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NEW YORK (May 2, 2006) - 24fps Productions, Inc. the award-winning
New York City based production company, is proud to announce that
two programs they co-produced have been acquired as part of National
Geographic Channels International's (NGCI's) global high definition
programming expansion.
NGCI's quest for high-quality high definition footage led to their
acquisition of 25 hours of original HD content from Rainbow Media
Holdings VOOM HD catalog, primarily their dynamic RUSH HD collection.
With distribution through ID Distribution (IDD), the deal includes
two one-hour documentaries 24fps Productions co-produced for RUSH
HD in 2004: “On A Single Breath” and “Free
Flight.”
These two one-hour programs, explore the outer limits of extreme
sports, from the underwater world of free diving to the untested
horizons of free flight in paragliders and ultralights.
On
a Single Breath follows 52-year old Annabel Briseno, on
her weeklong quest to break world records in four free diving disciplines.
As the week unfolds it becomes clear that a world record in free
diving is a precarious agreement of mind, body and sea that sometimes
collapses violently. _The serene beauty of high definition underwater
footage is juxtaposed with the dangers of a sport in which the body
must utilize survival reflexes to succeed. In the end, Annabel's
story is one of camaraderie and trust, not only with fellow divers,
but with the sea.
In FreeFlight,
the philosophy of maximizing the pilot's connection to the heavens
by minimizing the aircraft fuels an incredible visual experience
along the cliffs of Hawaii and the snow-covered altitudes of Aspen.
The host, a_conventional pilot, was treated to the most thrilling
flights of her life by stripping away the airplane and experiencing
flight in a new and intense way.
For Thomas Strodel, president and CEO of 24fps Productions, it's
a perfect match. “We couldn't be more pleased about NGCI's
decision to embrace high definition and to include these titles
as part of their global offerings. It offers a great opportunity
for more people to experience these powerful stories.”
More information about these programs can be found by visiting
www.24fpsproductions.com
ABOUT 24FPS PRODUCTIONS
24fps Productions, is a New York City-based independent production
company that specializes in creating original programming for cable,
broadcast, and satellite distribution. For more information, visit:
www.24fpsproductions.com
ABOUT NGCI
National Geographic Channels International (NGCI) invites viewers
to re-think the way they see television - and the world - with smart,
innovative programming. A business enterprise owned by National
Geographic Television & Film (NGT&F), FOX Entertainment
Group and the National Broadcasting Company (NBC), NGCI contributes
to the National Geographic Society's commitment to exploration,
conservation and education. Globally, National Geographic Channel
(including NGC U.S. which is a joint venture of NGT&F and Fox
Cable Networks Group) is available in over 286 million homes (including
day-part households) in 163 countries and 27 languages.
ABOUT RAINBOW MEDIA HOLDINGS LLC
A leader in the entertainment industry, Rainbow Media Holdings LLC
is a subsidiary of Cablevision Systems Corporation. Rainbow Media
creates and manages some of the country's most compelling and dynamic
programming with linear networks including national networks - AMC,
Fuse, IFC (The Independent Film Channel) and WE: Women's Entertainment;
its regional programming service - Rainbow Sports Networks; on-demand
networks including Mag Rack and sportskool; and the largest suite
of high definition channels available anywhere - the VOOM HD Networks.
Rainbow Media's other businesses include its film distribution,
production and exhibition division - IFC Entertainment; in addition
to its advertising sales division - Rainbow Advertising Sales Corporation
- and its full service network programming origination and distribution
company - Rainbow Network Communications.
ABOUT ID DISTRIBUTION
ID Distribution is one of the UK's most dynamic independent distributors.
Since its launch at MIPCOM in October 2004, the company is now recognized
as one of the most exciting players in the field. ID Distribution's
collaborative approach with producers is helping the company develop
ongoing relationships with some of the most creative independent
production companies in the UK and US. Now working with over 30
independent companies, ID has experienced phenomenal growth in the
last year and has equally ambitious plans going forward. ID Distribution
specializes in the international distribution of formats and completed
programming in factual and light entertainment, reality, lifestyle,
documentaries and current affairs. The company works closely with
producers to develop, finance and distribute programmes and formats
with global appeal, helping programme-makers realize the full potential
from their programming rights and ideas. The company undertakes
all commercial activity in the exploitation of primary, secondary
and ancillary programme rights, providing producers with strategic
commercial services, including advice on programming for foreign
markets.
Distributing programmes and formats for a wide range of producers
from both the UK and US, ID Distribution has the presence to assist
its producers to take the steps they need to build on their success
and maximize their identity, growth and revenue potential in the
international market. The company has unique experience in the US.
ID Distribution represents original programme ideas on behalf of
independent production companies, taking them to the network and
cable channels and introducing producers to local co-production
partners where required. For further information: www.iddistribution.tv.
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For Media Inquiries, Please Contact:
Karina Ramirez
646-638-0659
info@24fpsproductions.com
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