Channel 4 Making Sean Combs Doc; Cantilever Launches Distribution Outfit; TVF Boosts Sales Team – Global Briefs
Channel 4 Behind Doc On Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs
Channel 4 is making a documentary about Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, the disgraced rapper who is set to go on trial this year. Lion TV’s Diddy: In Plain Sight will explore the world of Combs, from the highs of his extreme success to his abusive behavior and some of what went on behind the scenes at his infamous White Parties. Having initially been accused of sexual assault and abuse by his former partner, he is currently detained at the Metropolitan Detention Center on charges of sex trafficking and racketeering, with trial set to start on May 5. The doc is directed by Gussy Sakula-Barry, (Loaded: Lads, Mags and Mayhem) and executive produced by Daniel Pearl. In 2023, Channel 4 made an In Plain Sight doc about Russell Brand, which included a number of allegations against the comedian and TV host.
‘The Amazing Maurice and Bollywoof’ Producer Opens Sales Outfit
The Amazing Maurice and Bollywoof producer Cantilever Media is launching a sales outfit. Kazoo Films will be dedicated to animated features for kids and families. Run by Cantilever founder Andrew Baker, Kazoo plans to release up to four films annually, including both Cantilever Media productions and collaborations with international producers and sales agents. “We have identified a gap in the market for a film distribution company that focuses solely on animated feature films,” said Baker. “Kazoo Films’ slate will prioritize independent, commercial family films that we can release theatrically in the UK & Ireland.”
TVF International Boosts Sales Team
Great British Train Journeys From Above seller TVF International has hired three people to its sales team and made two promotions. Ben Nohr has been promoted to Senior Sales and Acquisitions Executive: Europe. Nohr, who has worked at TVF International for two years, will continue working with broadcast partners in France, Scandinavia, Iberia, and Italy. In his new role, he will also spearhead TVF’s production partnerships across Iberia, Italy and Latin America. Zoe Stinson has been promoted to Acquisitions and Productions Executive. She joined TVF International in 2023 after relocating to London from Melbourne. Elsewhere, TVF International expanded its sales team, hiring Musa Ali, Zuzanna Lebek, and Ayushi Singh.
