Bringing the digital divide

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Sony Pictures Entertainment plans to use broadband as way of opening up new markets for its content. The company plans to do so through its Sony Pictures Digital Entertainment division, which was launched in March 2000. The division operates in the following areas: it oversees the production of digital and computer-generated imaging content; it strives to develop new online content and interactive programming using the studio's film and TV libraries; and it is working towards developing digital downloading of movies and other content.

Author: Hazelton, John
Strategy & planning, Organizational history, Motion Picture & TV Production, Motion Picture Production & Services, Video production companies, Film and video production companies, Digital television, Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc.

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Making connections

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A transition is taking place as CanadaEs Cineflix gears up to launch a production outfit in London. Cineflix International's Canadian connection could prove beneficial in terms of funding co-productions and is likely to put it in a strong negotiating position as distributors go on a charm offensive.

Author: Johnson, Debra
Canada, Management dynamics, Company business management, Cineflix International

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Hollywood strikes back

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High-budget films are still in demand despite falling movie ratings. This article focuses on the changes in the deal-making procedures between studios and broadcasters in Europe.

Author: Hazelton, John

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Subjects list: United States, Management, United Kingdom, Foreign operations, Motion picture industry, Movie industry
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