The national broadcaster Rai is turning Mario Tobino’s novel Le Libere Donne di Magliano into a television series in Italy. Set in a Tuscan psychiatric institution during WWII, the drama promises to delve into themes of women’s resilience and societal problems. The series, produced by Endemol Shine Italy and Rai Fiction, stars Lino Guanciale, Grace Kicaj, Gaia Messerklinger, and Fabrizio Biggio in leading roles. Endemol Italy’s head, Leonardo Pasquinelli, praised the project as “a powerful narrative of resilience, freedom, and self-worth,” underlining its historical and contemporary relevance.
The international television market is brimming with activity. At the Unifrance TV Export Awards in Paris, various productions were recognized for their brilliance. Newen Connect’s art heist drama Cat’s Eyes gained critical acclaim, with CEO Rodolphe Buet applauding its high-quality storytelling and bold vision.
In Australia, SBS made waves by acquiring a sizable collection of international content from Beta Film. This agreement covers approximately 200 hours of programming, including the television adaptation of Elsa Morante’s classic novel La Storia, the Serbian political drama Operation Sabre, and the royal series Maxima. The acquisition also includes popular international series, including Sisi, La Unidad, and Helsinki Syndrome.
The global media landscape is constantly shifting. Institutions such as the Banff World Media Festival are responding to the changes, as seen by recent board nominations. Executives from Fifth Season, YouTube, and Banijay Rights have joined the board, demonstrating a dedication to promoting international media relationships and creative collaboration.
Déjate Ver (Show Yourself), a comedy-drama in Spain, has acquired traction with distribution deals in Latin America and Australia. This series, which explores identity, personal fulfillment, and technology, has won critical acclaim, including the Critics’ Choice Award from the Seriencamp festival.
As the television industry grows and adapts, these initiatives highlight the necessity of storytelling that crosses cultural boundaries.
