Peaky Blinders creator launches film and TV studio in Birmingham

Written by Kianna Best on Mar 27, 2023. Posted in Production News

Stephen Knight, creators of Peaky Blinders, has launched a new multi million pound film and tv studio in Digbeth, Birmingham. Bringing more production activity to Birmingham, the Digbeth Loc studio space will also be used for the upcoming Peaky Blinders film as well as BBC inspired musical drama This Town. With construction expected to be completed by 15 July, the first production at the site is planned to begin filming in October.

FIFTH SEASON expands their EMEA television distribution team

Written by Kianna Best on Feb 6, 2023. Posted in General Interest

Image courtesy of Fifth Season FIFTH SEASON  has announced the appointment of Jennifer Ebell to an expanded role of EVP EMEA Sales. This is a promotion from her previous role as SVP of EMEA Sales. In addition to this, the company has also acquired new hires from BBC Studios, The Walt Disney Studios., ITV Studios and Vubiquity. These changes are apart of FIFTH SEASON’S expansion of their EMEA television distribution team, following on from the recent promotion of president of television distribution, Prentis Fraser.

Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly screen industry on the rise

Written by Kianna Best on Jan 30, 2023. Posted in General Interest

Following a new lottery-funded report by Screen Cornwall and BFI, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly shows an increasing potential in the screen sector. On it’s way to becoming a “screen cluster of national significance”, the region’s impending success is credited to the recent successes in domestic independent filmmaking rooted in Cornish heritage and a skilled and growing regional crewbase. Recent projects to film in Cornwall include HBO's House of the Dragon and Hallmark's The Presence of Love. 

BBC’s Storyville appoints Emma Hindley as lead commissioning editor

Written by Kianna Best on Jan 18, 2023. Posted in General Interest

The BBC’s documentary strand Storyville has appointed Emma Hindley as lead commissioning editor. Hindley appointment comes after her temporary leadership since September after the departure of former editor Phillipa Kowarsky. The new lead commissioning editor will report to director of Unscripted Kate Phillips.

The unexpected international cartoon success of Bluey

Written by Kianna Best on Dec 1, 2022. Posted in Awards and Festivals

Bluey, a cartoon dog, has entered the homes and hearts of many across the world. The Screen Australia and Screen Queensland financed animated series has gone on to win a series of Awards, highlighted thought provoking conversations through a childlike lens and was even featured in Macy's Thanksgiving parade. Originally from Australia, the series is available for streaming through Disney+.

Wales Committee members announced for the PGGB

Written by Kianna Best on Nov 30, 2022. Posted in General Interest

The Production Guild of Great Britain (PGGB) announced today the members of its Wales Committee. Sponsored by Facilities by ADF. the Welsh branch marks the fourth out of the six national and regional committees planned. Paramount+’s Sexy Beast line producer Edward Rastelli-Lewis will chair the new committee.

Doctor Who is coming to Disney+

Written by Kianna Best on Oct 27, 2022. Posted in Production News

Doctor Who is making its way to Disney+ following BBC and Disney Branded Television joining forces. The streaming platform will become the home for the time travelling tv show outside of the UK  and Ireland. The next series is set for release in November 2023.

Exploring the waters of The Essex Serpent: An interview with Jonjo Stickland of Marine Department

Written by Kianna Best on Oct 17, 2022. Posted in Production News

With serpentine lakes and daunting rivers, Apple TV's The Essex Serpent is not for the thalassophobic. Leading the way to tackle the waterscapes of Maldon's Blackwater river and beyond, Marine Department leant its logistics and training experience to the production. The Location Guide spoke to marine coordinator Jonjo Stickland to find out a bit more.