MipDrama 2022 Titles, From Michael Hirst’s ‘Billy the Kid’ to Germany’s ‘House of Promises’ and Italy’s ‘Bangla’
variety.comMarta Balaga The 7th MipDrama ended on Sunday with German series “House of Promises” named as the winner of the Buyers’ Coup de Coeur Award.
While the showcase received mixed reactions from the participants, gathered onsite in Cannes – with only Italy’s “Bangla” opting for a more humorous approach – the event marked a win for Finland’s Elisa Viihde, presenting “Evilside,” “Summer of Sorrow” and “The Invicibles” (with Viaplay also attached.) It must be some kind of a record that three out of 10 series are from the same commissioning broadcaster,” said Sari Lempiäinen, executive producer at Elisa Viihde. “We are excited and proud, as all of them are unique and brilliant.” Here’s a drill-down on the 10 shows profiled at this year’s MipDrama:“All That Is Left” (Sweden)Genre: Teen / Young AdultFormat: 8 x 20’-25′Production Companies: Erik McAllister for SVT and Lia Cederström for BalubaMain Broadcaster: SVTDistribution Company: SVT SalesWith its palpable sexual tension and the chemistry between three leads bringing to mind Bernardo Bertolucci’s 2003 drama “The Dreamers,” this Swedish entry, marketed towards teens and young adults, sees Matilda (newcomer Madeleine Ferraud), dealing with a broken heart the best way she can – also by spending her summer with two other boys (singer Oscar Zia and “Tigers” star Erik Enge).
Distributed by SVT Sales, it’s based on Sandra Beijer’s novel.“Bangla – The Series” (Italy)Genre: Comedy-DramaFormat: 8 x 30’Production Company: FandangoMain Broadcaster: RAIDistribution Company: FandangoIn 2019, Phaim Bhuiyan presented “Bangla” at the Rotterdam Film festival.
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