Big two revise film acquisition policy
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ITV and BBC have announced that they are considering a change in their acquisition policies for movies and series because of the inflated prices that Hollywood studios charge for over-rated and under-performing packages. David Liddiment, ITV director of programs, said the company will seek for exclusivity in its deals as well as buy out the pay window, which may be a more expensive strategy. Alan Howden, controller and program acquisition head of BBC, said his company shares Liddiment's move to change its acquisition policies.
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Is considering a change in its acquisition policies because of the inflated prices that Hollywood studios charge
Publication Name: Broadcast
Subject: Mass communications
ISSN: 0040-2788
Year: 1998
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BB chief warns on daytime talk shows
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Sir Christopher Bland, chairman of the BBC, expressed his concern with daytime chat shows. He spoke to the Royal Television Society's dinner, stating that shows like The Vanessa Show do have a place, as they can be a forum for important social issues presented in a non-scholarly format. However, bogus guest have appeared on the program, prompting the firing of some staff. Bland made it clear he was totally opposed to faking of any kind.
Publication Name: Broadcast
Subject: Mass communications
ISSN: 0040-2788
Year: 1999
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Power to the nations?
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The difficulties that Ofcom will encounter when it introduces Welsh, Scottish, and Irish language digital channels are discussed. Ofcom is introducing these language channels on demand from constituent nations. Suggestions are offered to overcome these problems.
Publication Name: Broadcast
Subject: Mass communications
ISSN: 0040-2788
Year: 2005
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