L . A . SCREEN I NGS 2009 Indie Programming Guide 1. E1’s The Bridge 2. Echo Bridge’s Degrassi: The Next Generation 3. Dori Media’s Champs 12 4. Flor Latina’s Swindlers 5. TPI’s Run or Die: The Fernando Araujo Story 6. Ledafilms’ Impact 7. Mediaset’s 4 Single Fathers La Quiero A Morir After 20 years of marriage, Manuela’s husband leaves her for her closest friend and she is left alone and broke with two daughters. Todas Odian A Bermudez Chauvinistic journalist Bermudez is faced with many challenges when the woman he tormented in college becomes his boss. Oye Bonita Monchi is a humble man with big dreams — he must simultaneously charm his way into beautiful Diana’s heart and pursue a career as a singer. Gabriela Gabriela’s career as a skating champion is thrown off course when a car accident leaves her seriously injured. DORI MEDIA Hochhaus zur Palme, Bleicherweg 33 Zurich, Switzerland CH-8002 T: (41) 43 817 7050 F: (41) 43 817 7055 www.dorimedia.com Champs 12 Charlotte takes control of a soccer club in order to wreak vengeance on its star, Gonzalo, a man who once humiliated her. Split Fifteen-year-old Ella is torn between two worlds and two loves — human and vampire. Cupid: The Business of Love After a deadly car crash, two rival divorce lawyers are resurrected to start a wedding planning agency in an attempt to keep themselves out of hell. Amanda O Famous diva Amanda O wakes up one day robbed of her identity and must fight to reclaim her life of celebrity. Danny Hollywood A filmmaker is transported 40 years into the past and into the arms of pop star Danny Hollywood. Maybe This Time A witty, sexy, bittersweet look at the current dating scene as seen through the eyes of eight singles in a big city. The Champion Sa’ar’s and Tom’s friendship suffers a devastating blow when they discover that Sa’ar’s father is responsible for the death of Tom’s parents. E1 ENTERTAINMENT 175 Bloor Street East, North Tower, Suite 1400, Toronto, Ontario M4W 3R8 T: (416) 646-2400 F: (416) 979-9255 www.e1enttv.com Copper Workplace drama centered around five rookie cops plunged into the high stakes world of big city policing. The Bridge Follows the struggles of a charismatic police union leader who battles criminals on the street and corruption within his precinct as well. The Courageous Heart of Irena Sendler Movie based on the true story of a Catholic social worker who rescued over 2,500 children from the Warsaw Ghetto and concentration camps during WWII. Majority Rules Becky Richards is a typical skateboarding, Xbox-playing 15-year-old, until she accidentally becomes a mayoral candidate in Mayfield ... and wins. Deadliest Sea Action-packed film based on the true story of a fishing vessel that set sail from Kodiak, Alaska into the face of an arctic storm. Re-Vamped Eight recently dumped women form a firstclass burlesque troupe and get their confidence back to perform a show that will bring their exes to their knees. The Dating Guy An adult animated comedy that follows four friends on their quest for love. No idea is too stupid and no drink is too strong, so long as they get a little action. ECHO BRIDGE ENTERTAINMENT 75 Second Avenue, Suite 500 Needham, MA 02494 T: (914) 954-3062 F: (415) 366-3104 www.echobridgeentertainment.com Degrassi: The Next Generation (Season 8) Award-winning teen drama set in the fictional Degrassi universe that candidly explores reallife teen issues. Rich Bride Poor Bride Explores the human drama of what it takes to pull off the “perfect” wedding. At the End of My Leash Dog advocate and human-being life coach Brad Pattison brings his innovative tough-love training and counseling skills into human/dog relationships. Lidia’s Italy Journey with beloved chef Lidia Bastianich to her 10 favorite regions around Italy, then return to her kitchen to prepare a sumptuous meal as you, the viewer, cook along. Lunar Jim A stop-motion animated series that transports pre-schoolers into an exciting world of discovery, fun and adventure. Instant Star After winning a singing/songwriting contest, Jude Harrison must cope with the ups and downs of becoming a superstar. Da Vinci’s Inquest Vancouver coroner Dominic Da Vinci attempts to solve the mysteries behind death in a world where there are no simple solutions. FLOR LATINA 636 Juan B. Justo Avenue Buenos Aires, Argentina CP 1425 T: (5411) 4778 1003 www.flor-latina.com Swindlers Based on the film Nine Queens , this is the story of an “odd couple” of swindlers, Leo and Vicky. Urban Tales This show explores the fascinating legends and oral traditions of many of the world’s most magical cities, including Paris, New York, Madrid, Bogota, and Buenos Aires. Enchantment Intense stories centered on a team of medical professionals. General Hospital Anna, a head nurse, and Giacomo, a dashing surgeon, are irresistibly attracted to each other, yet are faced with obstacles from their respective troubled pasts. Capri The story of a mysterious, beautiful woman, two brothers both madly in love with her, and an entire mansion to share between them. The Teacher Camilla is a high school teacher surrounded by mysterious occurrences. With the help of an attractive police inspector, she must solve homicides. Leavin’ You a Song 20 singers aged nine to 16, a live 30-piece orchestra and a spectacular stage set create one of the world’s best known pop festivals. LEDAFILMS Virrey Olaguer y Feliu 2462, Piso 3 Capital Federal Buenos Aires, Argentina 1426 T: (5411) 4788 5215 F: (5411) 4788 5220 www.ledafilms.com Impact After a massive meteor collides with the moon, disastrous abnormalities begin to take place on Earth. Sea Wolf Captain Wolf Larsen squares off with a young literary critic who has come aboard the Captain’s ship and is forced to labor as a ship boy. Defiance Three Jewish brothers escape from Nazi-occupied Poland into the Belarussian forest, where they join Russian resistance fighters and endeavor to build a village. In the Name of the King The life of a hardworking man is changed forever when a marauding band of animalistic brutes thunders down on his unsuspecting village. War, Inc. A government assassin is sent to a Middle Eastern war zone and assigned to kill a rogue leader while posing as a chaperone for an Arab pop star. Fireflies in the Garden The semi-autobiographical story centers on the complexities of love and commitment in a family torn apart by tragedy. The Velveteen Rabbit An entertaining live-action and animated adaptation of the best-selling children’s storybook, starring Jane Seymour. MEDIASET DISTRIBUTION Via Aurelia Antica Rome, Italy 422 00165 T: (39) 06 6639 0588 F: (39) 06 6639 0560 www.mediasetdistribution.com White Crimes A non-profit association helps those who have suffered from medical injustice in this investigative series. Great Anatomy Laughter is the best medicine in this crazy hospital run by long-time friends Enzo, Gianni and Francesco. Last Godfather The fascinating true story of a manhunt that lasted 40 years in search of one of history’s most elusive crime bosses. The Blood and The Rose Three friends reunite in 19th century Rome to share experiences, adventures, dangers and mysteries. The Tunnel to Freedom The true story of two youngsters who, armed with only courage and imagination, started digging a tunnel under the Berlin Wall in 1961. 4 Single Fathers Four men living in New York and starting new lives as single fathers are constantly faced with some sort of calamity. Mothers Know Best A TV movie about two mothers teaming up to interfere in the budding relationship between their children. RCTV INTERNATIONAL 4380 NW 128th Street Miami, Florida 33054 T: (305) 688-7475 F: (305) 685-5697 www.rctvintl.com Worlds Apart Tragedy shatters the life of Maria Esperanza, a working-class student who then devotes her life to bringing her assailant to justice. The Way About Her A young couple must reconcile their liberal ideals with their conservative surroundings. Passionate Revenge Young Nicolas returns to Hacienda Cantarrana, (Continued on Page 30) MAY 2 0 0 9 V I D E O • A G E 28 (Continued from Page 26) 1 2 3 6 7 4 5
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