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3D Joint Venture of Sony, Discovery Communications and IMAX Announces First Wave of Programming
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Forthcoming 24/7 3D Television Network Plans Broad Slate of Native 3D Original Productions and Strategic Acquisitions
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3D Joint Venture of Sony, Discovery Communications and IMAX Announces
First Wave of Programming
Forthcoming 24/7 3D Television Network Plans Broad Slate of Native 3D Original
Productions and Strategic Acquisitions
(LOS ANGELES) The 3D joint venture of Sony Corporation, Discovery Communications
and IMAX Corporation has commissioned a compelling and distinct collection of
original and exclusive series and completed several partner program acquisitions,
it was announced today by Tom Cosgrove, President and CEO of the joint venture.
The announcements represent an initial list of native 3D programs that will
be featured on the first 24/7, fully programmed 3D television network in the
U.S. when the channel launches in 2011.
"Today's announcement represents the first step in our commitment to provide
viewers with immersive, entertaining programming as we build the most extensive
library of original and exclusive 3D content available anywhere," said
Cosgrove. "As we work toward launch, we are focused on bringing together
a diverse slate of high-quality 3D offerings from both our strategic partners,
as well as premier production companies from around the globe."
The series and films announced today are (in alphabetical order):
Original Series
Abandoned Planet
Explore the strangest places on earth -- entire cities now completely devoid
of all humanity. This series of one-hour programs sheds light on why people
have abandoned the places they once called home and what happens after they
leave. Produced by Flight 33 Productions.
Africa in 3D
From Gannet Island and its 100,000 seabirds of the same name sharing one giant
rock, the 60,000 flamingos at Kamfers Dam, the Luangwa River and its 30,000
hippos and much more, this series of one-hour programs captures the richness
and diversity of the world's second-largest continent. Produced by Aquavision
Television Productions.
China
China's beauty is little seen, often hidden and always surprising. This hour-long
series studies the thronging cities, epic vistas and spiritual heartlands of
this huge and mysterious nation in stunning 3D. Produced by Natural History
New Zealand Ltd. (NHNZ).
Jewels of the World
This hour-long series gives viewers unprecedented access to UNESCO's 'World
Heritage' sites, where the planet's natural and cultural gems are catalogued
and protected, including: the historic sanctuary of Machu Picchu, Peru; the
Temple of Angkor Wat in Cambodia; and the Grand Canyon National Park in the
United States, among others. Produced by Natural History New Zealand Ltd. (NHNZ).
Exclusive U.S. Premieres
Attack of the Giant Jellyfish (Discovery)
This hour-long program explores the myths and realities behind the global explosion
of deadly jellyfish, including the giant Nomura, whose strength and size makes
them capable of capsizing boats and wreaking havoc on the high seas. Produced
by Story House Productions.
The Haunted (Discovery)
Using infrared cameras and sensitive recording devices, a paranormal team investigates
true, chilling and terrifying stories of animals and their owners who are experiencing
the unexplainable. This one-hour program is produced by Picture Shack Entertainment.
Into the Deep 3D (IMAX)
This IMAX special takes audiences on a spectacular three-dimensional exploration
of the undersea world. Using the IMAX 3D camera in its underwater housing for
the first time, this film captures unique marine life and magnificent underwater
vistas.
Magnificent Desolation: Walking on the Moon 3D (IMAX)
Through the magic of IMAX 3D, narrator Tom Hanks takes viewers to the lunar
surface to walk alongside the 12 extraordinary astronauts who have been there
to experience what they saw, heard, felt, thought and did.
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs (Sony)
Inspired by the beloved children's book of the same name, this animated 3D
feature follows inventor Flint Lockwood and a brainy weathergirl as they attempt
to discover why the rain in their small town has stopped, and food is falling
in its place.
Monster House (Sony)
A suburban home has become physically animated by a vengeful human soul looking
to stir up trouble from beyond the grave, and it's up to three adventurous kids
from the neighborhood to do battle with the structural golem in this comically
frightful tale.
Resources:
www.sony.net
www.discoverycommunications.com
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