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Mondo TV Group Heidi Bienvenida / Invention Story / Robot Trains Two seasons of Mondo TV Group’s first-ever live-action franchise are available at MIPTV. Season one, Heidi Bienvenida a Casa, and the second installment, Heidi Bienvenida al Show, are “teenage life represented on screen,” says Micheline Azoury, the company’s head of acquisitions and TV sales. “Teen comedy-drama is a popular genre these days and one that many broadcasters are keen to include in their schedules. This show has that winning formula, delivered by a highly experienced team.” Invention Story, meanwhile, is a co-pro from Mondo TV and Henan York Animation done in 3D CGI. Another highlight is Robot Trains. Mondo TV is co-producing season two of the series along with CJ E&M. “We are engaging with experienced, creative partners, as well as producing inhouse, and this approach is already bearing fruit,” Azoury adds.
Robot Trains
“We are strengthening and enriching the portfolio we offer to broadcasters from all over the world.”
—Micheline Azoury
Rainbow 44 Cats / Winx Club / Regal Academy The latest addition to Rainbow’s catalog, 44 Cats is a CGI preschool comedy series that follows the daily adventures of felines Lampo, Milady, Pilou and Polpetta, who are all part of a music band called The Buffycats. The four kittens transform a garage into their “Clubhouse.” There is also the long-running animated series Winx Club, about a group of fairies who battle evil forces. Season eight of Winx Club is slated to premiere in 2019, marking the 15-year anniversary of the series. Regal Academy follows Rose Cinderella and her classmates, who are all related to fairy-tale characters. “Regal Academy is a great comedy for 6- to 9-year-olds that appeals to a very balanced audience in terms of gender,” says Iginio Straffi, Rainbow’s founder and CEO. “It’s fresh, funny, original and incredibly entertaining, so kids across the world love it!” 44 Cats
“It’s our job to satisfy the demand—from both broadcasters and audiences— for high-quality storytelling, so that is why we care so much about the quality of our shows.” —Iginio Straffi
Saban Brands Power Rangers Super Ninja Steel /Rainbow Butterfly Unicorn Kitty This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Power Rangers franchise. Saban Brands is celebrating the milestone with Power Rangers Super Ninja Steel, including a special anniversary episode. “With 25 continuous years on the air and nearly 900 episodes, it’s an incredible milestone,” says Frederic Soulie, the company’s executive VP of global distribution and consumer products. “Power Rangers and its 25th season is a great example of how the messages of teamwork, inclusivity and diversity appeal to fans of all ages.” The company is also presenting Rainbow Butterfly Unicorn Kitty from the creative talents behind The Fairly OddParents and SpongeBob SquarePants. Saban Brands is debuting the comedy in partnership with Funrise. Rainbow Butterfly Unicorn Kitty delves into the importance of friendship and self-expression.
“At MIPTV, we look forward to celebrating Saban Brands’ current milestones but also connecting on many of the new properties we have in development.” Rainbow Butterfly Unicorn Kitty
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—Frederic Soulie