Aubri Ibrag tried different career options before she caught the acting bug. She began as a social media content creator, influencer, and model, earning a spot as one of the top influencers in Victoria, Australia. Growing up, Ibrag aspired to compete in the Olympics but that changed over the years. Ibrag took her time before launching her acting career which hit the ground running. The Dagestani-Australian actress began her career on a high note with a main role in the Australian teen drama television special Dive Club. Interestingly, she had no experience as a diver before joining the Dive Club...
- 3/15/2024
- by Banks Onuoha
- TVovermind.com
On the heels of the celebrated season one finale, Apple TV+ has announced a season two renewal for “The Buccaneers,” the acclaimed drama from The Forge inspired by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Edith Wharton’s unfinished final novel of the same name. The series stars Kristine Frøseth as Nan St. George, Alisha Boe as Conchita Closson, Josie Totah (“Saved by the Bell”) as Mabel Elmsworth, Aubri Ibrag (“Dive Club”) as Lizzy Elmsworth and Imogen Waterhouse as Jinny St. George. Emmy Award winner Christina Hendricks (“Mad Men”) is Mrs. St. George, with Mia Threapleton as Honoria Marable. The complete first season of “The Buccaneers” is now streaming on Apple TV+. Since its global premiere on November 8, “The Buccaneers” has been hailed as a “lavish period drama that feels fresh and modern, with a fast-paced, twisting narrative” that is a “decadent and delicious” “shot of adrenaline” and “a ton of fun to watch.
- 12/19/2023
- by Hollywood Outbreak
- HollywoodOutbreak.com
“The Buccaneers” has been renewed for a second season at Apple TV+.
The 19th century period drama from U.K. scripted production company The Forge is based on Edith Wharton’s unfinished novel of the same name. It tells the story of a group of party-loving American girls in 1870 who descend upon London to bag a husband and inadvertently find themselves navigating an Anglo-American culture clash.
“Sent to secure husbands and titles, the buccaneers’ hearts are set on much more than that, and saying ‘I do’ is just the beginning…” reads the logline.
Leading the cast are Kristine Frøseth (“The Assistant”) as Nan St. George, Alisha Boe (“13 Reasons Why”) as Conchita Closson, Josie Totah (“Saved by the Bell”) as Mabel Elmsworth, Aubri Ibrag (“Dive Club”) as Lizzy Elmsworth and Imogen Waterhouse (“Nocturnal Animals”) as Jinny St. George.
Also starring are Christina Hendricks (“Mad Men”) as Mrs. St. George while...
The 19th century period drama from U.K. scripted production company The Forge is based on Edith Wharton’s unfinished novel of the same name. It tells the story of a group of party-loving American girls in 1870 who descend upon London to bag a husband and inadvertently find themselves navigating an Anglo-American culture clash.
“Sent to secure husbands and titles, the buccaneers’ hearts are set on much more than that, and saying ‘I do’ is just the beginning…” reads the logline.
Leading the cast are Kristine Frøseth (“The Assistant”) as Nan St. George, Alisha Boe (“13 Reasons Why”) as Conchita Closson, Josie Totah (“Saved by the Bell”) as Mabel Elmsworth, Aubri Ibrag (“Dive Club”) as Lizzy Elmsworth and Imogen Waterhouse (“Nocturnal Animals”) as Jinny St. George.
Also starring are Christina Hendricks (“Mad Men”) as Mrs. St. George while...
- 12/19/2023
- by K.J. Yossman
- Variety Film + TV
Commissions
The BBC Studios Natural History Unit has commissioned three series for BBC One, BBC Two and iPlayer. “Mammals” (6 x 60’), coproduced by France Televisions, Zdf and BBC America, offers insights into the most widespread animal group in the world.
“Big Little Journeys” (3 x 60’), coproduced by PBS, follows the real-life adventures of six tiny animals as they voyage into the unknown. “Wild Scandinavia” (3 x 60’), coproduced by PBS and Sveriges Television, and narrated by actor Rebecca Ferguson (“Dune”), celebrates the wildlife, landscapes and culture of the furthest northern reaches of Europe.
BBC Studios is handling international distribution and will present the series to international customers at BBC Studios Showcase taking place on Feb. 27 and 28.
Meanwhile, the BBC has also commissioned two one-off entertainment shows to celebrate the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest. “The Greatest Show on Earth” (working title), produced by Little Gem, will celebrate 25 years since the U.K. last hosted the contest,...
The BBC Studios Natural History Unit has commissioned three series for BBC One, BBC Two and iPlayer. “Mammals” (6 x 60’), coproduced by France Televisions, Zdf and BBC America, offers insights into the most widespread animal group in the world.
“Big Little Journeys” (3 x 60’), coproduced by PBS, follows the real-life adventures of six tiny animals as they voyage into the unknown. “Wild Scandinavia” (3 x 60’), coproduced by PBS and Sveriges Television, and narrated by actor Rebecca Ferguson (“Dune”), celebrates the wildlife, landscapes and culture of the furthest northern reaches of Europe.
BBC Studios is handling international distribution and will present the series to international customers at BBC Studios Showcase taking place on Feb. 27 and 28.
Meanwhile, the BBC has also commissioned two one-off entertainment shows to celebrate the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest. “The Greatest Show on Earth” (working title), produced by Little Gem, will celebrate 25 years since the U.K. last hosted the contest,...
- 2/21/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Apple TV+ is busily adding cast to its The Buccaneers-inspired drama series, with Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again‘s Josh Dylan the latest to join alongside Guy Remmers (Lessons), Matthew Broome (Scandaltown) and Barney Fishwick (Living).
Deadline revealed Christina Hendricks will play Mrs. St. George in the series adaptation of Edith Wharton’s unfinished final novel last week and the latest quartet join previously announced Kristine Froseth (The Assistant), Alisha Boe (When You Finish Saving The World), Josie Totah (Saved by the Bell), Aubri Ibrag (Dive Club), Imogen Waterhouse (The Outpost) and Mia Threapleton (Shadows).
Dylan, who also starred in BBC adaptation Noughts and Crosses, will play Lord Richard Marable, a repressed English lord swept up in a holiday romance with fiery American heiress Conchita. Remmers is English bachelor Theo, Duke of Tintagel, Broome is charming English playboy Guy Thwarte and Fishwick is Marable’s brother Lord James Seadown.
Deadline revealed Christina Hendricks will play Mrs. St. George in the series adaptation of Edith Wharton’s unfinished final novel last week and the latest quartet join previously announced Kristine Froseth (The Assistant), Alisha Boe (When You Finish Saving The World), Josie Totah (Saved by the Bell), Aubri Ibrag (Dive Club), Imogen Waterhouse (The Outpost) and Mia Threapleton (Shadows).
Dylan, who also starred in BBC adaptation Noughts and Crosses, will play Lord Richard Marable, a repressed English lord swept up in a holiday romance with fiery American heiress Conchita. Remmers is English bachelor Theo, Duke of Tintagel, Broome is charming English playboy Guy Thwarte and Fishwick is Marable’s brother Lord James Seadown.
- 7/21/2022
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
Apple TV+ has given an eight-episode series order to a one-hour drama inspired by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Edith Wharton’s unfinished final novel The Buccaneers, with Kristine Froseth (The Assistant), Alisha Boe (When You Finish Saving The World), Josie Totah (Saved by the Bell), Aubri Ibrag (Dive Club), Imogen Waterhouse (The Outpost) and Mia Threapleton (Shadows) cast as the buccaneers.
Written by series creator Katherine Jakeways and directed by BAFTA winner Susanna White, the as-yet untitled series is currently in production in Scotland.
The official logline: Girls with money, men with power. New money, old secrets. A group of fun-loving young American girls explode into the tightly corseted London season of the 1870s, kicking off an Anglo-American culture clash as the land of the stiff upper lip is infiltrated by a refreshing disregard for centuries of tradition.
Written by series creator Katherine Jakeways and directed by BAFTA winner Susanna White, the as-yet untitled series is currently in production in Scotland.
The official logline: Girls with money, men with power. New money, old secrets. A group of fun-loving young American girls explode into the tightly corseted London season of the 1870s, kicking off an Anglo-American culture clash as the land of the stiff upper lip is infiltrated by a refreshing disregard for centuries of tradition.
- 6/23/2022
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Kristine Froseth, Alisha Boe to Star in Adaptation of Edith Wharton’s ‘The Buccaneers’ for Apple TV+
Kristine Froseth and Alisha Boe are set to star in an adaptation of Edith Wharton’s final novel, “The Buccaneers,” for Apple TV Plus.
Froseth, who has previously appeared in “The Assistant,” will play Nan St George while Boe, who had a central role in “13 Reasons Why,” is set to play Conchita Closson.
Rounding out the cast as the buccaneers are Josie Totah (“Saved by the Bell”) as Mabel Elmsworth, Aubri Ibrag (“Dive Club”) as Lizzy Elmsworth, Imogen Waterhouse as Jinny St. George and Mia Threapleton (“Shadows”) as Honoria Marable.
Creator Katherine Jakeways (“Tracey Ullman’s Show”) is writing the show while BAFTA winner Susanna White (“Bleak House”) is directing. Production is currently underway in Scotland.
Jakeways and White will also executive produce the series alongside Beth Willis (“Doctor Who”) and George Faber (“National Treasure”). It is being produced by The Forge Entertainment for Apple TV+.
Wharton’s “The...
Froseth, who has previously appeared in “The Assistant,” will play Nan St George while Boe, who had a central role in “13 Reasons Why,” is set to play Conchita Closson.
Rounding out the cast as the buccaneers are Josie Totah (“Saved by the Bell”) as Mabel Elmsworth, Aubri Ibrag (“Dive Club”) as Lizzy Elmsworth, Imogen Waterhouse as Jinny St. George and Mia Threapleton (“Shadows”) as Honoria Marable.
Creator Katherine Jakeways (“Tracey Ullman’s Show”) is writing the show while BAFTA winner Susanna White (“Bleak House”) is directing. Production is currently underway in Scotland.
Jakeways and White will also executive produce the series alongside Beth Willis (“Doctor Who”) and George Faber (“National Treasure”). It is being produced by The Forge Entertainment for Apple TV+.
Wharton’s “The...
- 6/23/2022
- by K.J. Yossman
- Variety Film + TV
Australia’s Steve Jaggi Company Hatches Film and TV Slate Deal With Nicely Entertainment (Exclusive)
Australia’s Steve Jaggi Company and the Los Angeles-based Nicely Entertainment have hatched a pact to develop and produce a significant slate of film and TV series.
“A Royal in Paradise,” the third movie collaboration between the two partners and the first under the new deal, started production this week in Australia’s Queensland.
Previously, the two collaborated on young adult series “Dive Club” and romantic feature “This Little Love of Mine,” which claimed to be the first Australian film into production during the global pandemic. Both productions were sold to Netflix.
The new deal calls for them to develop a minimum of six new TV projects, including both dramas and YA series, and two to three new movies per year.
Starring Rhiannon Fish (“The 100,” “Home and Away”) and Mitchell Bourke (“The Family Law”), “A Royal in Paradise” is directed by Adrian Powers (“Forbidden Ground”) from a script by...
“A Royal in Paradise,” the third movie collaboration between the two partners and the first under the new deal, started production this week in Australia’s Queensland.
Previously, the two collaborated on young adult series “Dive Club” and romantic feature “This Little Love of Mine,” which claimed to be the first Australian film into production during the global pandemic. Both productions were sold to Netflix.
The new deal calls for them to develop a minimum of six new TV projects, including both dramas and YA series, and two to three new movies per year.
Starring Rhiannon Fish (“The 100,” “Home and Away”) and Mitchell Bourke (“The Family Law”), “A Royal in Paradise” is directed by Adrian Powers (“Forbidden Ground”) from a script by...
- 6/14/2022
- by Patrick Frater
- Variety Film + TV
New York-based film and television studio and streaming network FilmRise has struck a production and distribution deal with Los Angeles-based Nicely Entertainment.
Under the terms of the deal, FilmRise will co-produce and exclusively distribute in the U.S. holiday-themed films “Sappy Holiday,” starring Vanessa Sears (“The Last Man”) and John McLaren (“Heartland”) and “Snowball Effect” along with two newly completed productions from Nicely – “Adeline,” starring John Schneider (“Dukes of Hazard”) and “Snapshot to Love,” starring Lexi Giovagnoli (“Christmas Lovers Anonymous”) and Benedict Mazurek (“Danger! Danger!”).
In addition, FilmRise is picking up U.S. digital distribution rights to some 20 holiday films in the Nicely library.
Along with the FilmRise Streaming Network, the new productions will be offered to a range of broadcasters and digital partner platforms. In 2021, FilmRise entered a similar deal with Reel One Entertainment, which focuses on female-lead, feel-good romance and holiday films, that included FilmRise acquiring 15 new releases,...
Under the terms of the deal, FilmRise will co-produce and exclusively distribute in the U.S. holiday-themed films “Sappy Holiday,” starring Vanessa Sears (“The Last Man”) and John McLaren (“Heartland”) and “Snowball Effect” along with two newly completed productions from Nicely – “Adeline,” starring John Schneider (“Dukes of Hazard”) and “Snapshot to Love,” starring Lexi Giovagnoli (“Christmas Lovers Anonymous”) and Benedict Mazurek (“Danger! Danger!”).
In addition, FilmRise is picking up U.S. digital distribution rights to some 20 holiday films in the Nicely library.
Along with the FilmRise Streaming Network, the new productions will be offered to a range of broadcasters and digital partner platforms. In 2021, FilmRise entered a similar deal with Reel One Entertainment, which focuses on female-lead, feel-good romance and holiday films, that included FilmRise acquiring 15 new releases,...
- 3/14/2022
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Canada’s Incendo and Los Angeles-based Nicely Entertainment have struck a development and production partnership beginning with the scripted limited series, “The Christmas Checklist.”
The four-episode series will be available in the marketplace for the 2022 holiday season.
Written by Lisa Hepner, “The Christmas Checklist” is a holiday-themed limited TV series targeted for release in December 2022. Incendo and Nicely Entertainment will develop and produce the series with Incendo responsible for distribution in English and French Canada, and Nicely Entertainment overseeing the U.S. and all other international territories.
Here’s an official synopsis of the movie: In “The Christmas Checklist,” Emily Richmond faces the daunting task of fulfilling her mother Ruby’s last wish — to complete a 12-task Christmas Checklist before Dec. 25. Freelance writer Noah covers Emily’s compelling story for the local paper, and as Emily works through her list, Noah’s article turns from vividly inspiring to personally cherished.
The four-episode series will be available in the marketplace for the 2022 holiday season.
Written by Lisa Hepner, “The Christmas Checklist” is a holiday-themed limited TV series targeted for release in December 2022. Incendo and Nicely Entertainment will develop and produce the series with Incendo responsible for distribution in English and French Canada, and Nicely Entertainment overseeing the U.S. and all other international territories.
Here’s an official synopsis of the movie: In “The Christmas Checklist,” Emily Richmond faces the daunting task of fulfilling her mother Ruby’s last wish — to complete a 12-task Christmas Checklist before Dec. 25. Freelance writer Noah covers Emily’s compelling story for the local paper, and as Emily works through her list, Noah’s article turns from vividly inspiring to personally cherished.
- 3/1/2022
- by Manori Ravindran
- Variety Film + TV
Blue Fox Entertainment and The Steve Jaggi Company have anounced that principal photography has kicked off for their upcoming romantic holiday co-production “Mistletoe Ranch,” shooting in Australia.
Rhiannon Bannenberg directs the romantic homecoming story, which stars Mercy Cornwall (“Dive Club”) and Jordi Webber (“Power Rangers”) starring in the two lead roles.
“Mistletoe Ranch” is the story of Aimée, a young professional photographer whose job it is to follow boss Gustav, a world-famous photographer himself. As the holidays approach, Aimée receives notice that her family’s traditional Christmas celebrations are under threat, as her late mother is no longer around to host.
Breaking away from her high-pressure job, Aimée returns to Mistletoe Ranch for the first time in seven years to see what is threatening the family’s festivities. There, she must face her ex-fiancé James and a perilous financial situation. Forced to work side-by-side to save the ranch, recent bitterness...
Rhiannon Bannenberg directs the romantic homecoming story, which stars Mercy Cornwall (“Dive Club”) and Jordi Webber (“Power Rangers”) starring in the two lead roles.
“Mistletoe Ranch” is the story of Aimée, a young professional photographer whose job it is to follow boss Gustav, a world-famous photographer himself. As the holidays approach, Aimée receives notice that her family’s traditional Christmas celebrations are under threat, as her late mother is no longer around to host.
Breaking away from her high-pressure job, Aimée returns to Mistletoe Ranch for the first time in seven years to see what is threatening the family’s festivities. There, she must face her ex-fiancé James and a perilous financial situation. Forced to work side-by-side to save the ranch, recent bitterness...
- 2/10/2022
- by Jamie Lang
- Variety Film + TV
While the removal of mandatory hotel quarantine in parts of the country is welcome, producers remain wary of state border closures and crew shortages on the road to sector recovery.
As of this month, fully vaccinated international travellers arriving in Nsw or Victoria are no longer required to complete 14 days of isolation prior to entering the community.
For Ambience Entertainment’s Michael Boughen, the move needs to be accompanied by greater consistency in other facets of Covid policy.
The Sydney-based producer of upcoming Netflix action film Interceptor described quarantine as “one part of a complex puzzle”.
“More clarity is needed around state [policies] and the knee-jerk reactions to closing borders and restricting movement before there’s a serious positive outcome,” he said.
Michael Boughen
“Two Ambience productions, and we are not unique, have been badly impacted by snap border closures forcing re-casting and re-crewing, often only hours before people were due to travel,...
As of this month, fully vaccinated international travellers arriving in Nsw or Victoria are no longer required to complete 14 days of isolation prior to entering the community.
For Ambience Entertainment’s Michael Boughen, the move needs to be accompanied by greater consistency in other facets of Covid policy.
The Sydney-based producer of upcoming Netflix action film Interceptor described quarantine as “one part of a complex puzzle”.
“More clarity is needed around state [policies] and the knee-jerk reactions to closing borders and restricting movement before there’s a serious positive outcome,” he said.
Michael Boughen
“Two Ambience productions, and we are not unique, have been badly impacted by snap border closures forcing re-casting and re-crewing, often only hours before people were due to travel,...
- 11/19/2021
- by Sean Slatter
- IF.com.au
Director Christine Luby is swapping out Crystal Bay Penguin Sanctuary for Dolphin Bay for her third production with the Steve Jaggi Company, currently underway in South East Queensland.
Having helmed You, Me and the Penguins earlier this year, Luby is now turning her attention to The Mystery of Dolphin Bay, which follows 15-year old Quinn Perkins, played by US actress Izabela Rose, as she spends the summer working as an intern with her best friend Daniela (Ella Proberts) and marine biologist father Charlie (Rowan Chapman).
While she enjoys researching the reef’s unnatural shift in biodiversity, Quinn notices a shift in her relationship with her long-time friend Daniela, and soon agrees to join fellow intern Teddy (Jayden McGinlay) on a treasure hunt as a distraction.
Mysterious events start to occur, and the teens assume that they are being haunted by local legend Everly Fallow.
After receiving Everly’s journal from his daughter,...
Having helmed You, Me and the Penguins earlier this year, Luby is now turning her attention to The Mystery of Dolphin Bay, which follows 15-year old Quinn Perkins, played by US actress Izabela Rose, as she spends the summer working as an intern with her best friend Daniela (Ella Proberts) and marine biologist father Charlie (Rowan Chapman).
While she enjoys researching the reef’s unnatural shift in biodiversity, Quinn notices a shift in her relationship with her long-time friend Daniela, and soon agrees to join fellow intern Teddy (Jayden McGinlay) on a treasure hunt as a distraction.
Mysterious events start to occur, and the teens assume that they are being haunted by local legend Everly Fallow.
After receiving Everly’s journal from his daughter,...
- 11/14/2021
- by Sean Slatter
- IF.com.au
A location has been confirmed for Screen Queensland’s new production facility in Far North Queensland, with the studio to be built on a 6,500 square metre building site just outside the Cairns CBD.
Construction will commence early next year on the facility at the corner of Spence and Fearnley Streets, which is set to house a sound stage and support facilities, including production offices, construction, wardrobe, and hair and makeup departments, along with an events space and permanent creative tenancy opportunities.
The $6.8 million studio forms part of the Queensland Government’s plan to grow the screen industry in Far North Queensland, having appointed Speaker of the Queensland Parliament and Member for Musgrave, Curtis Pitt, as Fnq Screen Champion earlier this year.
Pitt said he was pleased to see the project reach the next stage.
“After months of planning, stakeholder roundtables, and industry consultation, led by Screen Queensland and working with Cq University,...
Construction will commence early next year on the facility at the corner of Spence and Fearnley Streets, which is set to house a sound stage and support facilities, including production offices, construction, wardrobe, and hair and makeup departments, along with an events space and permanent creative tenancy opportunities.
The $6.8 million studio forms part of the Queensland Government’s plan to grow the screen industry in Far North Queensland, having appointed Speaker of the Queensland Parliament and Member for Musgrave, Curtis Pitt, as Fnq Screen Champion earlier this year.
Pitt said he was pleased to see the project reach the next stage.
“After months of planning, stakeholder roundtables, and industry consultation, led by Screen Queensland and working with Cq University,...
- 10/18/2021
- by Sean Slatter
- IF.com.au
Photo: ‘Dive Club’ ‘Dive Club,’ a Netflix original, will be releasing this September 3 for all Netflix users, and let me tell you, this is going to be the perfect television series for all teenage drama lovers. ‘Dive Club’ follows a group of teenage girls who all dive together in their quaint ocean town, but there is more to the story than that. The television series was filmed in Australia, which provides the most beautiful realistic views for the television series’ setting. The town in the show is called Cape Mercy. The ‘Dive Club’ girls are doing what any dive club might be doing on any given day; they’re out on the ocean enjoying the day diving, laughing, and mysteriously finding a seemingly buried treasure while diving. Related article: ‘In the Heights’ – Behind the Scenes and Full Commentary/Reactions from Cast & Crew Related article: The Hollywood Insider’s CEO Pritan Ambroase...
- 9/8/2021
- by Chelsea Black
- Hollywood Insider - Substance & Meaningful Entertainment
Don’t know if you’ve heard but Netflix is doing pretty well with their local language releases. Now, with its list of new releases for September 2021, Netflix is leading with one of its biggest international hits.
Season 5 of the worldwide smash Money Heist is set to premiere its first half on Sept. 3. This Spanish series (called La Casa de Papel in its native tongue) about a group of geographically-named thieves found new life on Netflix to become a global phenomenon. Other international series of note this month include Sex Education and Jaguar.
Netflix’s roster of originals in September 2021 is pretty packed even beyond that. The final season of Lucifer premieres on Sept. 10. That will be followed by He-Man and the Masters of the Universe on Sept. 16 (not to be confused with Masters of the Universe: Revelation) and Mike Flanagan’s next horror series, Midnight Mass, on Sept. 24.
There...
Season 5 of the worldwide smash Money Heist is set to premiere its first half on Sept. 3. This Spanish series (called La Casa de Papel in its native tongue) about a group of geographically-named thieves found new life on Netflix to become a global phenomenon. Other international series of note this month include Sex Education and Jaguar.
Netflix’s roster of originals in September 2021 is pretty packed even beyond that. The final season of Lucifer premieres on Sept. 10. That will be followed by He-Man and the Masters of the Universe on Sept. 16 (not to be confused with Masters of the Universe: Revelation) and Mike Flanagan’s next horror series, Midnight Mass, on Sept. 24.
There...
- 8/31/2021
- by Alec Bojalad
- Den of Geek
Another month, another hefty lineup of Netflix original films and television series arriving on the streaming platform. For September 2021, Netflix will debut not just new episodes of Emmy-nominated reality show “Nailed It!” but numerous high profile features including Worth (September 3) with Michael Keaton and Stanley Tucci, “Kate” (September 10) with Mary Elizabeth Winstead, and “The Starling” (September 24) with Melissa McCarthy and Kevin Kline.
Ahead, the biggest new movies and shows coming to Netflix in September.
Coming Soon
Baki Hanma — Netflix Anime
Baki Hanma continues his quest to become the most powerful fighter and prepares for his battle with the strongest creature in the world — his father.
Bangkok Breaking — Netflix Series
Newly arrived in Bangkok, Wanchai joins the road rescue service and unravels a city-wide conspiracy with the help of a journalist.
Crime Stories: India Detectives — Netflix Documentary
Cameras following Bengaluru police on the job offer a rare glimpse into the complex...
Ahead, the biggest new movies and shows coming to Netflix in September.
Coming Soon
Baki Hanma — Netflix Anime
Baki Hanma continues his quest to become the most powerful fighter and prepares for his battle with the strongest creature in the world — his father.
Bangkok Breaking — Netflix Series
Newly arrived in Bangkok, Wanchai joins the road rescue service and unravels a city-wide conspiracy with the help of a journalist.
Crime Stories: India Detectives — Netflix Documentary
Cameras following Bengaluru police on the job offer a rare glimpse into the complex...
- 8/25/2021
- by Christopher Rosen
- Gold Derby
The natural delights of Far North Queensland are the focus of a new 8K documentary that has begun production in the Sunshine State.
Designed to be a family co-viewing experience, Luke Wheatley’s Beyond the Reef will showcase the Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest, Fraser Island, and Whitsunday Islands, while offering insights and stories into the renowned landscapes.
The film is a co-production between the Steve Jaggi Company and In Three Production, with Beckie Adams (The 48 Hour Destination), Steve Jaggi and Spencer McLaren producing, and Kylie Pascoe and Kelly Son Hing co-producing.
Brisbane post-production facility Serve Chilled has been enlisted to deliver the film in Dolby Vision Hdr with an accompanying Dolby Atmos soundtrack, after Dop Simon Christidis captures the region with a Red Monstro 8k.
Wheatley said he was “hugely excited” to be partnering with Jaggi and the rest of the production team on the project.
“I am passionate...
Designed to be a family co-viewing experience, Luke Wheatley’s Beyond the Reef will showcase the Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest, Fraser Island, and Whitsunday Islands, while offering insights and stories into the renowned landscapes.
The film is a co-production between the Steve Jaggi Company and In Three Production, with Beckie Adams (The 48 Hour Destination), Steve Jaggi and Spencer McLaren producing, and Kylie Pascoe and Kelly Son Hing co-producing.
Brisbane post-production facility Serve Chilled has been enlisted to deliver the film in Dolby Vision Hdr with an accompanying Dolby Atmos soundtrack, after Dop Simon Christidis captures the region with a Red Monstro 8k.
Wheatley said he was “hugely excited” to be partnering with Jaggi and the rest of the production team on the project.
“I am passionate...
- 6/22/2021
- by Sean Slatter
- IF.com.au
Free TV Australia believes the proposals outlined in the Federal Government’s media reform green paper will not meet the needs of viewers or the broadcast sector, but says there is “time to get this right”.
Global streamer Netflix has also unsurprisingly voiced its opposition to the paper, which it describes as “inflexible and overly prescriptive”.
Unlike the screen guilds, Free TV does not support the proposed content obligations for SVOD and AVOD platforms, citing the potential for “significantly increased” pressure on “already scarce” production facilities; subsequent rising production costs; a potential decrease in the diversity of content available to Australian consumers; and a move to more “globalised” local content to the detriment of production of local cultural material.
The lobby group also believes that imposing regulatory obligations on SVODs could disincentivise existing co-production arrangements, as seen between Netflix and Network 10 on the teen mystery drama Dive Club.
The view is shared by Netflix,...
Global streamer Netflix has also unsurprisingly voiced its opposition to the paper, which it describes as “inflexible and overly prescriptive”.
Unlike the screen guilds, Free TV does not support the proposed content obligations for SVOD and AVOD platforms, citing the potential for “significantly increased” pressure on “already scarce” production facilities; subsequent rising production costs; a potential decrease in the diversity of content available to Australian consumers; and a move to more “globalised” local content to the detriment of production of local cultural material.
The lobby group also believes that imposing regulatory obligations on SVODs could disincentivise existing co-production arrangements, as seen between Netflix and Network 10 on the teen mystery drama Dive Club.
The view is shared by Netflix,...
- 5/31/2021
- by Sean Slatter
- IF.com.au
As the Queensland Government pushes forward with its strategic plan to grow the screen industry in Far North Queensland, it has formally appointed Curtis Pitt as Fnq Screen Champion.
The Speaker of the Queensland Parliament and Member for Musgrave will work with Screen Queensland and key stakeholders to grow investment in the region, including jobs and production infrastructure.
Pitt will be charged with promoting opportunities, building awareness of available funding for local screen practitioners, and chairing a steering group to facilitate delivery of a $6.8 million studio – a recent election promise.
“Beyond its reputation as an agricultural hub and a tourism hotspot, Far North Queensland is increasingly recognised as an attractive destination for local and international film and television production,” said Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk.
“To unlock the region’s potential, in 2019 I was in Cairns with Curtis Pitt to launch the Far North Queensland Screen Strategic Plan, to boost professional capability,...
The Speaker of the Queensland Parliament and Member for Musgrave will work with Screen Queensland and key stakeholders to grow investment in the region, including jobs and production infrastructure.
Pitt will be charged with promoting opportunities, building awareness of available funding for local screen practitioners, and chairing a steering group to facilitate delivery of a $6.8 million studio – a recent election promise.
“Beyond its reputation as an agricultural hub and a tourism hotspot, Far North Queensland is increasingly recognised as an attractive destination for local and international film and television production,” said Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk.
“To unlock the region’s potential, in 2019 I was in Cairns with Curtis Pitt to launch the Far North Queensland Screen Strategic Plan, to boost professional capability,...
- 5/27/2021
- by Staff Writer
- IF.com.au
The arrival of Hollywood superstars and government money for tentpole movies have grabbed headlines in Australia. But independent film productions are also moving ahead in post-covid Australia.
Production will start next month in Perth, Western Australia on “It Only Takes A Night,” a film that is both a romantic comedy and a female empowerment movie. A first feature for writer-director Callan Durlik, the film follows four best friends on a girl’s night out, and end up on a path none expected.
Eliza Taylor (“The 100”) takes the starring role at the top of an ensemble cast that also includes George Pullar, Sana’a Shaik (“2067,” Netflix’s upcoming “Dive Club”), Arielle Carver-o’Neill (“Ash vs Evil Dead”), Charles Grounds and Jaime Ureta and local actor Ana Ika making her feature debut. Production is by Durlik and Josh Horneman of Rookies Ambush (“The Naked Wanderer”), Megan Wynn of Wynn Media (“The Invisible Man...
Production will start next month in Perth, Western Australia on “It Only Takes A Night,” a film that is both a romantic comedy and a female empowerment movie. A first feature for writer-director Callan Durlik, the film follows four best friends on a girl’s night out, and end up on a path none expected.
Eliza Taylor (“The 100”) takes the starring role at the top of an ensemble cast that also includes George Pullar, Sana’a Shaik (“2067,” Netflix’s upcoming “Dive Club”), Arielle Carver-o’Neill (“Ash vs Evil Dead”), Charles Grounds and Jaime Ureta and local actor Ana Ika making her feature debut. Production is by Durlik and Josh Horneman of Rookies Ambush (“The Naked Wanderer”), Megan Wynn of Wynn Media (“The Invisible Man...
- 4/21/2021
- by Patrick Frater
- Variety Film + TV
Nicely Entertainment has hired Nent Studios U.K. executive Scott Kirkpatrick as executive VP of distribution and co-productions.
Kirkpatrick joins the Los Angeles-based Nicely following his departure from the Scandinavian Nent Group-backed distributor and producer, which was previously known as Drg. Kirkpatrick was senior VP of North American sales, co-production and global digital strategy for the outfit, which sells ITV’s “Doc Martin” and BBC and ABC Australia’s “The Cry.”
His appointment at Nicely Entertainment, which is just over a year old, marks a reunion for Kirkpatrick and founder Vanessa Shapiro, who previously worked together at MarVista Entertainment, where Kirkpatrick served as executive director of distribution. Previously, he worked at Icap Media as VP of sales and media brokerage, and Bennet Media Worldwide as director of international sales.
“I’m delighted that Scott and I will be working together again. He’s a talented executive with deep industry experience...
Kirkpatrick joins the Los Angeles-based Nicely following his departure from the Scandinavian Nent Group-backed distributor and producer, which was previously known as Drg. Kirkpatrick was senior VP of North American sales, co-production and global digital strategy for the outfit, which sells ITV’s “Doc Martin” and BBC and ABC Australia’s “The Cry.”
His appointment at Nicely Entertainment, which is just over a year old, marks a reunion for Kirkpatrick and founder Vanessa Shapiro, who previously worked together at MarVista Entertainment, where Kirkpatrick served as executive director of distribution. Previously, he worked at Icap Media as VP of sales and media brokerage, and Bennet Media Worldwide as director of international sales.
“I’m delighted that Scott and I will be working together again. He’s a talented executive with deep industry experience...
- 4/6/2021
- by Manori Ravindran
- Variety Film + TV
Gold Coast Film Festival returns with ‘Playing with Sharks’, ‘Dive Club’, ‘This Little Love of Mine’
The line-up for the Gold Coast Film Festival has been unveiled ahead of its return next month following a Covid-related hiatus.
The 12-day event will feature four world premieres, six Australian premieres, nine Queensland premieres, and two exclusive preview screenings across the Gold Coast, alongside Q&As with filmmakers and some of Australia’s leading cast and crew.
It will also be the first festival held under new director Aimée Lindorff, who took the reins from Lucy Fisher towards the end of last year.
Lindorff says this year’s program is about inspiring movie fans to return to the cinema and cinema-hopefuls to pursue their passion for the silver screen.
“We have an incredible mix of national and international films and documentaries starring some big names and tackling even bigger story lines,” she says.
“The prestigious Screen Industry Gala Awards will return at Movie World, where we will celebrate the...
The 12-day event will feature four world premieres, six Australian premieres, nine Queensland premieres, and two exclusive preview screenings across the Gold Coast, alongside Q&As with filmmakers and some of Australia’s leading cast and crew.
It will also be the first festival held under new director Aimée Lindorff, who took the reins from Lucy Fisher towards the end of last year.
Lindorff says this year’s program is about inspiring movie fans to return to the cinema and cinema-hopefuls to pursue their passion for the silver screen.
“We have an incredible mix of national and international films and documentaries starring some big names and tackling even bigger story lines,” she says.
“The prestigious Screen Industry Gala Awards will return at Movie World, where we will celebrate the...
- 3/10/2021
- by Sean Slatter
- IF.com.au
Adventure reality show “Australian Survivor” is to shoot in Queensland, Australia following the injection of cash from the federal government’s Location Incentive Fund. The first five seasons of the show, which airs on Network 10, had previously lensed in Pacific island countries Samoa and Fiji.
Preparations to shoot season six in Fiji had been under way before the coronavirus outbreak halted work in early 2020. Now, the Endemol Shine Australia show will be filmed deep in the outback, in Cloncurry, 1,700 km north-west of Brisbane. The area is known for its harsh climate and challenging weather conditions.
Federal Communications and Arts Minister Paul Fletcher said: “ ‘Australian Survivor was one of the many world–renowned productions jeopardized by the Covid-19 pandemic, which is why we are pleased to provide A$3.9 million ($3.02 million) to get the series back on our screens in 2021.” The federal Location Incentives Program, received a A$400 million ($310 million) funding...
Preparations to shoot season six in Fiji had been under way before the coronavirus outbreak halted work in early 2020. Now, the Endemol Shine Australia show will be filmed deep in the outback, in Cloncurry, 1,700 km north-west of Brisbane. The area is known for its harsh climate and challenging weather conditions.
Federal Communications and Arts Minister Paul Fletcher said: “ ‘Australian Survivor was one of the many world–renowned productions jeopardized by the Covid-19 pandemic, which is why we are pleased to provide A$3.9 million ($3.02 million) to get the series back on our screens in 2021.” The federal Location Incentives Program, received a A$400 million ($310 million) funding...
- 2/11/2021
- by Patrick Frater
- Variety Film + TV
Two feature films, three TV dramas, one children’s series, and one online project will share in $5.9 million of production funding from Screen Australia.
The projects include feature How To Please A Woman about a woman’s choice to take her all-male housecleaning business to a more intimate level; the previously announced ABC anthology drama series Fires, set during last summer’s devastating bushfires; Stan feature Gold, and a comedy about a single woman and her database of potential sexual partners in Spreadsheet for Viacom CBS.
Screen Australia’s head of content Sally Caplan said it was a testament to the resilience of the screen industry to have so many projects move into production during such a challenging period.
“It’s fantastic to kick off 2021 with such a great sample of the premium dramas that have been greenlit across the country,” she said.
“We’re so pleased to have supported...
The projects include feature How To Please A Woman about a woman’s choice to take her all-male housecleaning business to a more intimate level; the previously announced ABC anthology drama series Fires, set during last summer’s devastating bushfires; Stan feature Gold, and a comedy about a single woman and her database of potential sexual partners in Spreadsheet for Viacom CBS.
Screen Australia’s head of content Sally Caplan said it was a testament to the resilience of the screen industry to have so many projects move into production during such a challenging period.
“It’s fantastic to kick off 2021 with such a great sample of the premium dramas that have been greenlit across the country,” she said.
“We’re so pleased to have supported...
- 2/3/2021
- by Sean Slatter
- IF.com.au
Netflix director of local originals Que Minh Luu says the streamer hopes to “flex and experiment” with its storytelling from Australia in the year ahead.
It comes after Netflix announced, invested in, or brought to screen more than 15 new Australian titles last year, including originals such as the Heartbreak High reboot, Aunty Donna’s Big Ol’ House of Fun, Izzy Bee’s Koala World, Clickbait, The New Legends of Monkey S2, True Spirit, and Urzila Carlson: Overqualified Loser.
Luu, who joined Netflix last July after three and a half years as an executive producer at the ABC, tells If the year ahead is “ripe with creative ambition”.
“What we’re trying to do in Australia is broaden the scope of the kinds stories we currently have, enable our world-class talent and creatives to lean even further into making quality shows that feel culturally ours, and empower younger generations to break through,” she says.
It comes after Netflix announced, invested in, or brought to screen more than 15 new Australian titles last year, including originals such as the Heartbreak High reboot, Aunty Donna’s Big Ol’ House of Fun, Izzy Bee’s Koala World, Clickbait, The New Legends of Monkey S2, True Spirit, and Urzila Carlson: Overqualified Loser.
Luu, who joined Netflix last July after three and a half years as an executive producer at the ABC, tells If the year ahead is “ripe with creative ambition”.
“What we’re trying to do in Australia is broaden the scope of the kinds stories we currently have, enable our world-class talent and creatives to lean even further into making quality shows that feel culturally ours, and empower younger generations to break through,” she says.
- 2/1/2021
- by Sean Slatter
- IF.com.au
Producer Steve Jaggi has forecast varying fortunes for Australian screen businesses across the next 12-18 months, depending on their capacity.
Speaking from Port Douglas, where production has just wrapped on his Netflix series Dive Club, the proprietor of the Steve Jaggi company tells If the “limited window of opportunity” for Australian screen businesses to gain market share as a result of the country’s relative handling of Covid-19 is contrasted with rising barriers for entry.
“My prediction is that the next 18-24 months will be something of a bonanza for business with international outlooks and the ability to produce at volume and scale,” he says.
“The flip side of the coin is that solo producers and very small production companies will likely be snuffed out as the domestic market continues to contract at pace.”
Jaggi’s company was prolific in the second half of 2020, shooting three features, as well as the 12-episode Dive Club.
Speaking from Port Douglas, where production has just wrapped on his Netflix series Dive Club, the proprietor of the Steve Jaggi company tells If the “limited window of opportunity” for Australian screen businesses to gain market share as a result of the country’s relative handling of Covid-19 is contrasted with rising barriers for entry.
“My prediction is that the next 18-24 months will be something of a bonanza for business with international outlooks and the ability to produce at volume and scale,” he says.
“The flip side of the coin is that solo producers and very small production companies will likely be snuffed out as the domestic market continues to contract at pace.”
Jaggi’s company was prolific in the second half of 2020, shooting three features, as well as the 12-episode Dive Club.
- 1/20/2021
- by Sean Slatter
- IF.com.au
Miah Madden, Georgia May-Davis, Sana’a Shaik, Mercy Cornwall and newcomer Aubri Ibrag lead the cast of Network 10/Netflix’s teen mystery drama Dive Club, now shooting in Port Douglas.
Joining them is model Joshua Heuston in his screen debut, as well as Alexander Grant and Joseph Spanti.
The Steve Jaggi Company series follows four 16-year-olds who are skilled divers: Maddie (Madden), Lauren (Davis), Anna (Ibrag) and Stevie (Shaik).
After a cyclone, Lauren, the group’s charismatic trailblazer, goes missing. With the mystery of her disappearance, the arrival of a new friend, Izzie (Cornwall) and suspicious holes in the official investigation, the girls are plunged into a desperate search of their own that raises more questions the deeper they dive.
Netflix co-commissioned the show with Network 10, who has the first window in Australia.
Steve Jaggi is the showrunner and series creator, producing with Spencer McLaren, with Kelly Son Hing and Kylie Pascoe co-producing.
Joining them is model Joshua Heuston in his screen debut, as well as Alexander Grant and Joseph Spanti.
The Steve Jaggi Company series follows four 16-year-olds who are skilled divers: Maddie (Madden), Lauren (Davis), Anna (Ibrag) and Stevie (Shaik).
After a cyclone, Lauren, the group’s charismatic trailblazer, goes missing. With the mystery of her disappearance, the arrival of a new friend, Izzie (Cornwall) and suspicious holes in the official investigation, the girls are plunged into a desperate search of their own that raises more questions the deeper they dive.
Netflix co-commissioned the show with Network 10, who has the first window in Australia.
Steve Jaggi is the showrunner and series creator, producing with Spencer McLaren, with Kelly Son Hing and Kylie Pascoe co-producing.
- 11/9/2020
- by Jackie Keast
- IF.com.au
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