CHILLER 13: THE DECADE'S SCARIEST MOVIE MOMENTS SHATTERS RECORDS Wednesday, January 05th, 2011
Network's First-Ever Original Special Scares Up 2.7 Million Viewers
New York, NY- January 5, 2011 - Chiller ended a victorious 2010 with the triumph of its
first-ever original special, Chiller 13: The Decade's Scariest Movie Moments.Cumulatively, between its premiere on
December 17 @ 8pm and its subsequent encore airings through January 2, 2.7
million unduplicated viewers flocked to Chiller to count down the best
scares of the past decade.
Other ratings
highlights include:
Across all airings, 27% of the
Chiller 13 audience were new viewers to Chiller prime.
Chiller 13's
premiere on Friday, 12/17 was watched by 421,000 unduplicated viewers, up
+63% from Friday's 8-9:30pm timeslot average in Adults 18-49, +53% in
Adults 25-54 and +27% in total viewers.
The special is the
first in an exciting anticipated slate of original programming for Chiller
coming in 2011.
Chiller 13: The
Decade's Scariest Movie Moments, produced by Emmy
Award-winning company Associated Television International, features a diverse
group of pop culture mavens and horror movie experts looking back on the top 13
scary movie moments of the past 10 years.Featured participants include renowned special makeup effects supervisor
Greg Nicotero (The Walking Dead), comedians Dan Gurewitch & David
Young (collegehumor.com), actress Betsy Russell (the Saw anthology),
writer Steve Niles (30 Days of Night), actor Tony Todd (Final Destination)
and horror film director Lucky McKee (May), among others.
Chiller is the only
cable channel devoted to delivering viewers round-the-clock scares.Chiller’s eclectic slate of
adrenaline-fueled, soul-stirring entertainment includes a broad offering of
films, including feature-length premieres every Friday, international
programming (Afterlife, Apparitions), documentary and reality
shows (Fear Factor), anthology series (Masters of Horror) and
some of the most thought-provoking and suspenseful series ever on television (Buffy
the Vampire Slayer, The X-Files, Tales from the Darkside,Twin Peaks, Millennium).Chiller is currently available in 40 million homes.To learn more, visit: www.chillertv.com.Chiller.Scary Good.
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THE HOLLYWOOD CHRISTMAS PARADE BENEFITING MARINE TOYS FOR TOTS Thursday, October 28th, 2010
LIVE FROM HOLLYWOOD NOVEMBER 28
Larry King Named Grand Marshal of 2010 Hollywood Christmas Parade Hollywood Christmas Parade will help bring the joy of Christmas to children in need by naming Marine Toys for Tots as its Official Charity
Parade to Be Presented In Hollywood, CA at 6:00 P.M., Sunday, November 28 with a World Premiere Telecast on Hallmark Channel, Friday, December 10
"The Hollywood Christmas Parade Benefiting Marine Toys for Tots," with Grand Marshal Larry King, a Hallmark Channel Original Special World Premiere, will be held in Hollywood, CA on Sunday, November 28, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. and will be a World Premiere telecast on Hallmark Channel, the biggest holiday destination in television, on Friday, December 10.
The Hollywood Christmas Parade, an American tradition for over eighty years, will be taped for multiple telecasts throughout December. With the Parade's World Premiere on Hallmark Channel, and an encore on Hallmark Movie Channel, the event is also in national syndication in over 90% of the country, making this year's parade available to the largest television audience in its history. The Parade will also have live performances from top music acts, adding to the appeal of this treasured holiday event.
Actor Erik Estrada ("World's Funniest Moments", "CHiPs") and Television Host Laura McKenzie ("World's Funniest Moments", "Laura McKenzie's Traveler") will serve as parade broadcast hosts which will feature celebrities from film, television and stage, award-winning bands, colorful equestrians, floats and specialty characters. As always, the grand finale of the parade features an appearance by Santa Claus.
Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Hallmark Channels said, "Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movie Channel are America's family networks and are a touchpoint in many homes throughout the holidays. We are also enthusiastic supporters of Toys for Tots, an anchor organization for helping economically disadvantaged children at Christmas. We are grateful to have our networks, Toys for Tots and the Parade come together to help kids, and we are proud to have "The Hollywood Christmas Parade Benefiting Marine Toys for Tots' on our air."
David McKenzie, Emmy award-winning producer and president of Associated Television International said, "We're delighted to have legendary broadcaster Larry King serve as our Grand Marshal. We're also proud to welcome Marine Toys for Tots as part of this year's celebration. The exceptional work they do in bringing the joy of Christmas to less fortunate children is a cause that has been embraced by communities throughout the nation."
Lieutenant General Pete Osman, USMC (Ret), President and CEO of the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, said, "Toys for Tots truly appreciates being selected as the charity partner of the 2010 Hollywood Christmas Parade. We believe our presence in the parade will offer a reminder to families across the nation to think of others this holiday season. By donating a new unwrapped toy or by making a cash contribution to the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, we will be able to bring smiles to children on Christmas morning who otherwise might be forgotten."
Larry King has been the host of CNN's Larry King Live for 25 years and has over 50 years in broadcasting. He's won many industry awards including Peabody awards and an Emmy. King has been dubbed "the most remarkable talk-show host on TV ever" by TV Guide and "master of the mike" by TIME magazine. He has done more than 40,000 interviews including exclusive sit-downs with every U.S. president since Gerald Ford.
"The Hollywood Christmas Parade Benefiting Marine Toys for Tots" is produced by Associated Television International. Executive Producer is David McKenzie.
About the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation The Marine Toys for Tots Foundation is a not for profit organization authorized by the U.S. Marine Corps and the Department of Defense to provide fundraising and other necessary support for the annual Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program. Now in its 63rd year, Toys for Tots brings the joy of Christmas and sends a message of hope to less fortunate children through the gift of a new toy during the Christmas holiday season. A gift offers a child hope, recognition and a positive memory that will be cherish for a lifetime. Many of the gifts we provide, such as books, games and sports equipment, make a significant contribution to the educational, social and recreational development of these children. In 2009, Marines distributed gifts to 7.4 million children in over 690 communities nationwide. The Marine Toys for Tots Foundation relies on individual donations from the American public as well as support from corporate sponsors, to include its Four Star Partners Babies “R†Us, Build A Bear, Hasbro, Inc; JAKKS Pacific, Inc; Pier 1 Imports, Scholastic, Toys "R" Us, Inc. and UPS Store. For more information, visit http://www.toysfortots.org/.
About Associated Television International Associated Television International has been successfully producing television series, specials and feature films for over three decades. ATI's programs have aired on all U.S. broadcast networks and the major cable channels. For the last two years, ATI garnered critical acclaim and ratings success producing "The World Magic Awards." Current series in production include "Heroes Among Us," "Masters of Illusion," "World's Funniest Moments," "Real Vice Cops Uncut" and "Laura McKenzie's Traveler." Among ATI's many honors are an Emmy nomination for "Who's Who of World Giving" and Emmy Awards for "America's Invisible Children" and "On the Edge: the Poverty Crisis in Africa."
PUBLICITY CONTACTS FOR TOYS FOR TOTS AND ASSOCIATED TELEVISION INT'L:
Associated Television International David Stephan, 323.556.5600 x 141 dws@ati.la
Hallmark Channel, owned and operated by Crown Media Holdings, Inc., is a 24-hour basic cable network that provides a diverse slate of high-quality entertainment programming available in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to a national audience of 90 million subscribers. The top tier program service is distributed through more than 5,450 cable systems and communities as well as direct-to-home satellite services across the country. Hallmark Channel is the nation's leading network in providing quality family programming with an ambitious slate of original TV movies, general entertainment and home and lifestyle content. Hallmark Channel's sibling network is Hallmark Movie Channel, also available in HD and SD, which focuses on the family-friendly movies with a mix of classic theatrical films, presentations from the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame library, original Hallmark Channel movies and special events.
THE CW TO AIR THE GULF IS BACK Tuesday, August 17th, 2010
THE CW TO AIR "THE GULF IS BACK,"
AN INSPIRING TRIBUTE CONCERT HONORING THE COURAGE OF GULF COAST RESIDENTS,
ON FRIDAY, AUGUST 27, 8:00-9:00 PM ET
photo credit: Paul Gregory
David Hasselhoff Hosts the One-Hour Special
Filled with Musical Performances and Real-Life Stories of Resiliency
In the Face of an Environmental Disaster
Dean Cain, Shannon Elizabeth and B.B. King will appear, along with musical acts including Lonestar, Ricky Skaggs, Taylor Hicks, Bo Bice and Brian McKnight
August 17, 2010 (Burbank, CA) -The CW Network will air THE GULF IS BACK, an emotionally charged one-hour special paying tribute to the people of Mississippi and the entire Gulf region, on Friday, August 27 (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET).
Actor and singer David Hasselhoff will host the special, which focuses on the resiliency of the residents of the Gulf Coast region and how they are bouncing back from the worst oil spill in the nation's history while working tirelessly to restore their communities and lives.
Musical performances filmed during two days of free concerts at the Coast Coliseum in Biloxi, Mississippi will include such artists as Lonestar, Ricky Skaggs, Bo Bice, Taylor Hicks, Ace Young, Kyle and Chris Massey, Terri Clark, Drake Bell and Brian McKnight.The show will also feature special appearances by stars including Dean Cain, Shannon Elizabeth and B.B. King, along with moving real-life stories of the heroic actions taken by everyday people to overcome problems caused by the devastating oil spill.Additional stars will be joining the show and filming segments during the next week.
The special is produced by Associated Television International and will air in HD.
"THE 37th ANNUAL DAYTIME EMMY AWARDS" TO BE BROADCAST LIVE SUNDAY, JUNE 27, ON THE CBS TELEVISION NETWORK Friday, April 23rd, 2010
THE
37TH ANNUAL DAYTIME EMMY AWARDS will be broadcast Sunday, June 27
(9:00-11:00 Live, PM, ET/delayed PT) from the Las Vegas Hilton in Las
Vegas on the CBS Television Network. This is the first time the awards
ceremony will take place in Las Vegas.
"The
Daytime Emmy Awards are one of the cornerstones of our business and we
are thrilled to be back on CBS," said Herb Granath, Chairman, National
Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS). "Last year's show
was one of the most entertaining events in our history, and this year's
Las Vegas-based broadcast promises to be even more exciting."
Associated
Television International (ATI) will produce the show with ATI President
and Emmy Award winner David McKenzie serving as executive producer.
"After last year's Daytime Emmy Awards, we are delighted to be working
with NATAS again," said McKenzie. "Being on the top-rated network
gives us the opportunity to reach a wide audience and moving the show
to Las Vegas allows us a dazzling range of production choices."
"Daytime
series have a loyal and passionate following," said Jack Sussman,
Executive Vice President, Specials, Music and Live Events, CBS
Entertainment. "We're excited to honor these series and their viewers
in primetime with this annual showcase."
Details regarding tickets will be available shortly.
Nominations will be announced on May 12.
The
Daytime Emmy Awards recognize outstanding achievement in all fields of
daytime television production and will be presented to individuals and
programs broadcast from 2:00 AM-6:00 PM during the 2009 calendar year.
THE
37TH ANNUAL DAYTIME EMMY AWARDS is a presentation of the National
Academy of Television Arts & Sciences in cooperation with the
Academy of Television Arts & Sciences.
All balloting for THE
37TH ANNUAL DAYTIME EMMY AWARDS will be compiled by the independent
accounting firm of Lutz and Carr, LLP. American Airlines is the
official airline of the Daytime Emmy Awards.
About The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences The
National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) is a
professional service organization dedicated to the advancement of the
arts and sciences of television and the promotion of creative
leadership for artistic, educational and technical achievements within
the television industry. It recognizes excellence in television with
the coveted Emmy Award for News & Documentary, Sports, Daytime
Entertainment, Daytime Creative Arts & Entertainment, Public &
Community Service, Technology & Engineering, and Business &
Financial Reporting. Regional Emmy Awards are given in 19 regions
across the United States. NATAS also presents the National Academy of
Television Arts and Sciences Global Media Awards, which recognize
excellence in the world-wide intersection of digital entertainment and
technology. Beyond awards, NATAS has extensive educational programs,
including National Student Television and its Student Award for
Excellence for outstanding journalistic work by high school students,
as well as scholarships, publications and major activities for both
industry professionals and the viewing public. For more information,
please visit the website at www.emmyonline.tv.
About Associated Television International Associated
Television International has been successfully producing television
series, specials and feature films for over three decades. ATI's
programs have aired on all U.S.broadcast networks and the major cable
channels. For the last two years, ATI garnered critical acclaim and
ratings success producing "The World Magic Awards." Current series in
production include "Heroes Among Us," "Masters of Illusion," "World's
Funniest Moments," "Real Vice Cops Uncut" and "Laura McKenzie's
Traveler." Among ATI's many honors are an Emmy nomination for "Who's
Who of World Giving" and an Emmy Award for "America's Invisible
Children."
Hollywood Christmas Parade - More Celebs Announced Tuesday, November 17th, 2009
MORE CELEBS ANNOUNCED
Hollywood, CA (November 17, 2009) The producers of The Hollywood Christmas Parade/Live Positively Presented by Coca-Cola have just announced additional names of celebrities who will be participating in this year's parade to be presented on Sunday, November 29, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. The live parade on November 29th will be taped for a national two-hour primetime television event to air twice in December 2009.
Celebrities announced today include: Archibald Mouse (Archibald Swiss Cheese Mountain); Kate Flannery ('The Office'); Jonathan Goldsmith (who portrays The Most Interesting Man in the World); Louis Gossett, Jr. (Academy Award Winner, 'An Officer and a Gentleman'); Lorenzo Lamas ('Renegade,' 'Leave it to Lamas'); Councilmember Tom LaBonge (Los Angeles City Council); Eva La Rue ('CSI: Miami'); Kristy & Lindsey Landers (Official Hot Mess - O.H.M.); Brian McKnight (Recording Artist and Host of 'The Brian McKnight Morning Show With Pat Prescott on WTWV Radio'); 'Night At The Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian' (20th Century Fox Movie); Oscar Nunez ('The Office'); Ole Skool Crew Supreme Dance Team (Cheerleaders for the Women's Professional Basketball Team, The Sparks);
Naya Rivera ('GLEE'); Victoria Ruffo ('En nombre del amor'); Antonio Sabato, Jr. ('My Antonio'); 'Santa's Buddies' (Movie from The Walt Disney Company); Kim Wayans ('In Living Color'); Shawn Wayans ('In Living Color'); Devon Werkheiser ('Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide'); and Ace Young ('American Idol').
Susan Lucci, Emmy Award winning star of 'All My Children,' will appear as Grand Marshal of the parade. Erik Estrada (World's Funniest Moments;' 'CHiPs') and Laura McKenzie (Emmy Award Nominee; 'Laura McKenzie's Traveler') will serve at the Parade Broadcast Hosts. Kyle Massey ('That's So Raven;' 'Corey in the House') and Christopher Massey (Emmy Award Nominee; 'Zoey 101') will serve as Parade Route Reporters who will interact with parade attendees on camera. The holiday season will be ushered in by a special appearance of Santa Claus.
Soap Opera Stars who will be participating in the parade include: Eric Braeden, Judith Chapman, Jeanne Cooper, Hayley Erin, Sean Kanan, Kate Linder, Vanessa Marano, Kevin Schmidt and Yvonne Zima from 'The Young and the Restless;' Julie Berman, Carolyn Hennesy ('Cougar Town'), John Ingle and Dominic Zamprogna from 'General Hospital;' and Lesley-Anne Down, Jennifer Gareis and Heather Tom from 'The Bold and the Beautiful.'
The Hollywood Christmas Parade, an American tradition, promises to be extra special this year. This is the first time in over 80 years that the parade will air nationally as a two-hour television, primetime event. MyNetworkTV will telecast the parade on December 10, 2009 (with an Encore Presentation airing on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2009). Associated Television International will produce the special.
Proceeds from the telecasts of the parade will benefit this year's official charity, Feed The Children, a nonprofit relief organization which delivers food, medicine, clothing and other necessities to individuals, children and families who lack these essentials due to famine, war, poverty or natural disasters.
As part of the parade, the Coca-Cola Company will have six floats. Each float will have a theme that embodies Coca-Cola's 'Live Positively' philosophy, which guides the Company's commitment to making positive contributions to its customers, consumers and communities.
This year's parade is produced by Hollywood's Santa Parade LLC. Presenting Sponsors include: Live Positively Coca-Cola, The City of Los Angeles and Associated Television International. MyNetworkTV serves as a Media Sponsor. Community Sponsors include: Metro, Laemmle Theatres, 20th Century Fox, Galaxy Press, Way to Happiness, Winter Wonderland, Mail by Santa and 93.1 Jack FM.
Reserved Grandstand Seating for The 2009 Hollywood Christmas Parade/Live Positively Presented by Coca-Cola are now available for purchase within Associated Television International's 'live set' area located on Hollywood Boulevard between Orange Street and Highland Avenue. Tickets are $35 per ticket. Group Discounts are available. To order tickets, please call toll free at 1-866-PARADE1 (1-866-727-2331).
One of the easiest ways to get to the parade is to take Metro. There are two stations located on the parade route, one at Hollywood Boulevard and Highland Avenue, and another at Hollywood Boulevard and Vine Street. For further information or to plan the best route, use the Metro Trip Planner at http://www.metro.net/.
THE 2009 HERO AWARDS �HEROES AMONG US� SPECIAL Thursday, April 23rd, 2009
STAR STUDDED TV SHOW, HOSTED BY DEAN CAIN, WILL HONOR EVERYDAY PEOPLE WHO DO EXTRAORDINARY THINGS
The 2009 Hero Awards "Heroes Among Us" special will tape Saturday, May 30th at Spartacus Square on the Universal Studios back lot. This one hour televised special will air this summer on MyNetworkTV and will benefit the international, nonprofit charitable organization Feed The Children. The show will present awards to exceptional individuals who, through their unwavering acts of heroism, kindness and philanthropy, show how one person can make a difference. The show will be produced and distributed by Emmy Award winning production company Associated Television International.
Hosted by actor Dean Cain, the show will feature musical performances by Brian McKnight and his sons Brian Jr. and Nikolas, American Idol alumnae Kimberley Locke and LaKisha Jones, Lee Greenwood and the Greater Los Angeles Choir. Presenters include Tatyana Ali, Maria Conchita Alonso, Anthony Anderson, Daniel Baldwin, Kelly Hu, Jason London, Christopher Massey, Kyle Massey, Judd Nelson, Lou Diamond Phillips, Efren Ramirez, Kevin Sorbo, Olympic figure skating medalist Sasha Cohen, Erik Estrada, boxer Sugar Shane Mosley and Tom Arnold among others.
Feed The Children, founded in 1979 by Larry and Frances Jones, is a Christian, international, nonprofit relief organization that delivers food, medicine, clothing and other necessities to individuals, children and families who lack these essentials due to famine, war, poverty or natural disasters. Since its founding, the organization has reached out to help children and their families in all 50 states and 118 countries around the globe. For more information, please visit http://www.feedthechildren.org/
Associated Television International has been successfully producing television series specials and feature films for over three decades. ATI's program have aired on all US broadcast networks and the major cable channels. For the last two years, ATI garnered critical acclaim and ratings success producing "The World Magic Awards." Current series in production include, "Real Heroes Among Us," "Masters of Illusion," "World's Funniest Moments," "Real Vice Cops Uncut," and "Laura McKenzie�s Traveler." Among the many honors presented to ATI are an Emmy nomination for "Who's Who of World Giving," and an Emmy Award for "America's Invisible Children." For more information, please visit http://www.associatedtelevision.com/
N.A.T.A.S. ANNOUNCES THE 36th ANNUAL DAYTIME ENTERTAINMENT Tuesday, April 07th, 2009
THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF TELEVISION ARTS & SCIENCES ANNOUNCES The 36th ANNUAL DAYTIME ENTERTAINMENT EMMY AWARDS
Daytime Emmy Awards To Be Telecast August 30th, 2009 On The CW Television Network at 8:00 p.m. (ET) from The Historic Orpheum Theatre in Los Angeles
Sesame Street to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award for 40 Years of Educational Television
New York, April 7, 2009, The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) today announced the broadcast of the 36th Annual Daytime Entertainment Emmy Awards on The CW Television Network on Sunday, August 30th, 2009 from the historic Orpheum Theatre in Los Angeles, CA. The show is a unique partnership between Associated Television International (ATI), NATAS and MGM Worldwide Television, which is handling worldwide distribution of the telecast.
"The Daytime Emmy Awards are one of the cornerstones of our business," said Frank Radice, President & Chief Marketing Officer, NATAS. "There wouldn't be a television awards season without them. From the extravagant red carpet to the great entertainment, the viewer will experience the show through new approaches which will make this year's show more robust and relevant than ever before."
ATI President and Emmy award winning producer David McKenzie with Paul Sharratt, will executive produce the show. "We are thrilled to be working with NATAS, MGM and the CW on this year's special presentation," stated Jim Romanovich, ATI's President of Worldwide Media and Entertainment. "As the producers of many successful event specials, including The World Magic Awards, and as fans of the daytime genre, it is our quest to make this a fast paced, fun-filled entertainment special that celebrates the best of daytime."
"We're pleased to have this prestigious franchise on our network," said Dawn Ostroff, President, Entertainment, The CW. "It is not only a terrifically entertaining show with a core female following similar to our own, but will also give us a promotional platform as we launch our Fall 2009 schedule."
Jim Packer, Co-President of MGM Worldwide Television, stated: "MGM is always looking at creative ways to work with our partners in bringing compelling product to the marketplace, and this is clear example of executing that strategy." Through the use of innovative programming from social networking sites, audiences will be availed of unprecedented interactivity between the program and audience. Westwood One Radio, the official radio partner of the event will also be offering a wide range of exciting participatory contests for their listeners.
Nominations will be released on May 14th, 2009, some of which will be announced on NBC's Today with Kathy Lee Gifford and Hoda Kotb (10am ET). The complete list will be available that evening at a nominating event at the Hearst Tower, in Manhattan, home of the official print partner of the Daytime Emmy Awards, Good Housekeeping Magazine.
A multi page insert dedicated to The Daytime Emmy� Awards and the Nominees will appear in the September issue of Good Housekeeping.
In addition to honoring the best in Daytime Entertainment Drama Series, Talk & Morning Shows, Variety, Cooking, Animation, and Courtroom Drama, this year's Lifetime Achievement Award will be awarded to Sesame Street for its 40 years of educating and entertaining our children, their children and most of us!
The Daytime Entertainment Emmy� Awards recognize outstanding achievement in all fields of daytime television production and are presented to individuals and programs broadcast from 2:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. during the 2008 calendar year.
The 36th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards is a presentation of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences in cooperation with the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.
All balloting for the 36th Annual Daytime Entertainment Emmy Awards will be compiled by the independent accounting firm of Deloitte & Touche LLP. American Airlines is the official airline of the Daytime Entertainment Emmy Awards. You can follow the 36th Daytime Entertainment Emmy Awards on our Twitter page at: www.twitter.com/theemmys
About The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) is a professional service organization dedicated to the advancement of the arts and sciences of television and the promotion of creative leadership for artistic, educational and technical achievements within the television industry. It recognizes excellence in television with the coveted Emmy� Award for News & Documentary, Sports, Daytime Entertainment, Daytime Creative Arts & Entertainment, Public & Community Service, Technology & Engineering, and Business & Financial Reporting. Regional Emmy Awards are given in 19 regions across the United States. NATAS also presents the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Global Media Awards� which recognizes excellence in the world-wide intersection of digital entertainment and technology. Beyond awards, NATAS has extensive educational programs including National Student Television and its Student Award for Excellence for outstanding journalistic work by high school students, as well as scholarships, publications, and major activities for both industry professionals and the viewing public. For more information, please visit the website at http://www.emmyonline.tv/
About Associated Television International Associated Television International has been successfully producing television series specials and feature films for over three decades. ATI's program have aired on all US broadcast networks and the major cable channels. For the last two years, ATI garnered critical acclaim and ratings success producing "The World Magic Awards." Current series in production include, "Real Heroes Among Us," "Masters of Illusion," "World's Funniest Moments," "Real Vice Cops Uncut," and "Laura McKenzie's Traveler." Among the many honors presented to ATI are an Emmy nomination for "Who's Who of World Giving," and an Emmy Award for "America's Invisible Children." http://www.associatedtelevision.com/.
About Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Inc. Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Inc., through its operating subsidiaries, is actively engaged in the worldwide production and distribution of motion pictures, television programming, home video, interactive media, music and licensed merchandise. The company owns the world�s largest library of modern films, comprising around 4,100 titles. Operating units include Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc., Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures Inc., United Artists Films Inc., Ventanazul, MGM Television Entertainment Inc., MGM Networks Inc., MGM Domestic Networks LLC, MGM Distribution Co, MGM International Television Distribution In, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Home Entertainment LLC, MGM ON STAGE, MGM Music, MGM Worldwide Digital Media, MGM Consumer Products and MGM Interactive. In addition, MGM has ownership interests in international TV channels reaching nearly 120 countries. MGM ownership is as follows: Providence Equity Partners (29%), TPG (21%), Sony Corporation of America (20%), Comcast (20%), DLJ Merchant Banking Partners (7%) and Quadrangle Group (3%). For more information, visit http://www.mgm.com/.
For More Information: Paul Pillitteri, Director Communications, NATAS 212-484-9414 ppillitteri@emmyonline.tv
SPIKE TV HAS A FRONT SEAT TO ALL THE ACTION WITH “REAL VICE COPS UNCUT” Monday, June 30th, 2008
Premiering On Spike TV
Wednesday, August 6 At 10 PM
New York, New York, June 30, 2008 - Spike TV
has acquired the first season of the unscripted series, "Real Vice Cops Uncut," produced by
Associated Television International (ATI). Filmed on location in various American cities, the
series features exclusive ride-along access with local police agencies as they take down
real-life criminals involved in the world of narcotics, prostitution and gambling. Six half-hour
episodes of "Real Vice Cops Uncut" premieres on Spike TV starting Wednesday, August 6 (10:00 –
10:30 PM, ET/PT).
"Non-stop, action-packed programs speak directly to our
audience," says Spike TV vice president of programming and acquisitions, John Griffin. "Real
Vice Cops Uncut" satisfies their need by plunging viewers into the action right along with the
squads."
The series chronicles the exploits of real vice squads from across the
United States including Memphis, Las Vegas, Miami, Detroit, Atlanta, Dallas and Orlando. Viewers
are given an eye-opening look at the dangerous and unpredictable conditions that squad members
are thrust into as they protect and serve their constituents. "Real Vice Cops Uncut" lets the
viewer in on everything from the plan, to the execution and ultimately, the arrest of hard
criminals.
Viewers can also catch the action of "Real Vice Cops Uncut" at
Spike.com. Episodes will be available online following the weekly premiere.
"`Real
Vice Cops Uncut’ is an unprecedented television experience," says Jim Romanovich, President of
Worldwide Media & Entertainment for ATI. "We have been allowed exclusive access to various
vice divisions to see how their undercover operations really work without compromising the
security of its officers who have to remain undercover. In this series, you will see all the
action and intense situations you could ever expect. This is not Crockett and Tubbs. There is no
Porsche, houseboat, or pastel wardrobe. These are some of the toughest officers I have ever seen
doing the toughest job imaginable."
Executive producers for "Real Vice Cops Uncut"
are Jim Romanovich and David McKenzie and Bryan Albright is producer/director.
About Associated Television International:
Associated Television
International has been successfully producing and distributing television series, specials and
feature films for over three decades. ATI's corporate mission is to produce projects that are
both educational and entertaining for audiences worldwide. Its programs have aired on all US
broadcast networks and the major cable channels. Recently they have produced such programs as
"2007 World Magic Awards"- MyNetwork’s highest rated program in history, "Life Below The Line:
The World Poverty Crisis," "Unlocking DaVinci's Code," Emmy-nominated "Who’s Who of World
Giving" and the Emmy-winning "America’s Invisible Children" for the CW.
About
Spike TV:
Spike TV is available in 96.1 million homes and is a division of MTV
Networks. A unit of Viacom (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B), MTV Networks is one of the world’s leading
creators of programming and content across all media platforms. Spike TV’s Internet address is
www.spike.com and for up-to-the-minute and archival press information and photographs, visit
Spike TV's press site at http://www.spike.com/press.
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Press
Contacts:
Kevin Sornatale Spike TV 212-767-8621 kevin.sornatale@spiketv.com
David Stephan Associated Television
International 323-556-5600 x. 141 dws@ati.la
Associated Television International Announces Production of Ambitious Documentary: A History of The Black Artist In the Entertainment Industry Thursday, June 12th, 2008
Los Angeles, June 12, 2008 – Associated Television International (ATI) will be embarking on the production of an ambitious documentary detailing the saga of Black artists in the entertainment industry; it was announced by David McKenzie, president of the company.
McKenzie, who conceived the project, will direct and act as executive producer of the work, alongside executive producers Blair Underwood and actor/producer Tommy Morgan Jr. through their Intrepid Inc. banner.
“Our goal is to chronicle the triumphs and hardships endured by a multitude of artists, relating stories through their own voices,” commented McKenzie. “We hope to interview entertainers from many decades in an effort to tell a compelling story that captures the shifts in societal tolerance and awareness.”
Underwood added, “Tommy and I are so proud to be part of an endeavor which we’re confident will resonate with viewers across the nation.”
Although Intrepid Inc. is in its infancy, the company already has several film and television projects in various stages of development. This past December, they produced two one-hour specials titled “Million Dollar Christmas” for TLC. The show followed a group of lottery winners in St. Louis, Missouri – coworkers at a social services office – who went from modest lifestyles to multimillionaire status. The viewer saw how their newfound fortune is affecting their lives for better or worse. Underwood is currently starring on ABC’s “Dirty Sexy Money.” He is also receiving Emmy buzz for his work this season on HBO’s acclaimed groundbreaking drama “In Treatment.”
About Associated Television International Associated Television International has been successfully producing and distributing television series, specials and feature films for over three decades. ATI's corporate mission is to produce projects that are both educational and entertaining for audiences worldwide. Its programs have aired on all US broadcast networks and the major cable channels. Recently they have produced such programs as 2007 World Magic Awards, Life Below The Line: The World Poverty Crisis, Unlocking DaVinci's Code and the Emmy-nominated America’s Invisible Children and Who’s Who of World Giving. Arsenio Hall will be hosting ATI’s Funniest Moments airing this Fall on MyNetworkTV.
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Contact: David Stephan Associated Television International (323) 556-5600 x141
Lee Wallman (for Intrepid Inc.) (310) 553-8884
Associated Television International names Ralitsa Trifonova, Director of International Sales Monday, March 31st, 2008
For Immediate Release
Los Angeles, March 31, 2008 -- Ralitsa Trifonova has been named Director of International Sales for Associated Television International (ATI), it was announced today by Jim Romanovich, ATI’s President of Worldwide Media and Entertainment.
Trifonova will be working out of ATI’s Los Angeles office and will be responsible for sales and contract negotiations for international territories such as Eastern Europe, the CIS, the Middle East, Europe and Scandinavia.
Fluent in four languages, Trifonova was previously based in Belgium where she worked in motion picture marketing. She also served in high level sales positions for multi-national companies in Bulgaria. "I immediately recognized Ralitsa’s intelligence and tenacity and I’m certain she will help us take the company to new heights in an ever-changing media world. She is a talent on the rise who will be an integral part of helping to grow our international department,” said Romanovich.
About Associated Television International
Associated Television International has been successfully producing and distributing television series, specials and feature films for over three decades. ATI's corporate mission is to produce projects that are both educational and entertaining for audiences worldwide. Its programs have aired on all the US broadcast networks and the major cable channels. In the last year, such programs as The World Magic Awards, Life Below The Line: The World Poverty Crisis, The Unauthorized Biography of Johnny Cash, America’s Invisible Children, and Unlocking DaVinci's Code, all received acclaim.
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Contact: David Stephan Associated Television International 323) 556-5600 x141 dws@ati.la
Associated Television produces ground breaking documentary on the homeless education crisis Thursday, October 04th, 2007
Los Angeles – October 4, 2007
AMERICA’S INVISIBLE CHILDREN: The Homeless Education Crisis in America
It’s a staggering figure, but there are over 1.3 million homeless children in the United States alone. Each day, they are faced with the basic struggles of survival with their families, while many of them are also making a concerted effort to get some form of education, usually with little or no school supplies. In an exclusive CW network special, respected journalist Joan Lunden hosts a compelling and heartbreaking program airing Monday, October 8th at 3 P.M. Join Joan as she takes a personal look at these homeless children and brings to light some very private stories of youngsters whose lives have been disrupted by the lack of permanent or adequate housing. They have become the new statistics in the ever growing homeless population.
Offering their own insight on this plight are teachers and celebrities such as pop singer Jewel, actor Steve Guttenberg and educator Stedman Graham who will shed some light on what we, as parents and Americans, can do about this increasing problem and what it means to the future of our country.
In this special, reporter and host Joan Lunden, looks at the dire state of homeless children and their struggle to get a basic education. She introduces us to some remarkable children who have no permanent place to call home or the simple educational resources to advance themselves in society. Many arrive at school with a host of special needs and problems. You will be amazed at just what these youngsters go through each day just to go to school. America’s Invisible Children: The Homeless Education Crisis in America will hopefully raise awareness and shed some light on these children who deserve a chance at bettering their lives.
About Associated Television International Associated Television International has been successfully producing and distributing television series, specials and feature films for over three decades. ATI's corporate mission is to produce projects that are both educational and entertaining for audiences worldwide. Its programs have aired on all US broadcast networks and the major cable channels. Recently they have produced such programs as 2007 World Magic Awards, Life Below The Line: The World Poverty Crisis, Unlocking DaVinci's Code and the Emmy-nominated America’s Invisible Children and Who’s Who of World Giving. Arsenio Hall will be hosting ATI’s Funniest Moments airing this Fall on MyNetworkTV.
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Contact: David Stephan Associated Television International (323) 556-5600 x141
Associated Television International Names James Romanovich President, Worldwide Media and Entertainment Justin Pierce Tapped as Senior Vice President Wednesday, August 22nd, 2007
Los Angeles (August 22, 2007): Signifying plans to expand its range of programming, Associated Television International (ATI) has named James Romanovich, President, worldwide media and entertainment, and Justin Pierce as Senior Vice President. The announcement was made by company president David McKenzie. Romanovich will head up all areas of distribution including marketing and sales, as well as overseeing the production of key projects, while working closely with Pierce, who’ll be spearheading the development of new reality and scripted programming. ATI just produced "Diana: The Legend and Legacy of A Princess," a 90-minute special for MyNetworkTV. Joan Collins hosts the project with Romanovich serving as an executive producer and Pierce as production executive.
Most recently, Romanovich spent two years heading up domestic television and international sales at Allumination Filmworks, working under Jeff Sagansky and Kerry McCluggage. At Allumination, he structured several deals with top rated cable networks, as well as establishing and managing a syndication division. Previously, Romanovich spent fifteen years at ATI, serving in posts of increasing scope and responsibility. He began his career in Chicago as a morning disc jockey.
Prior to joining ATI, Pierce headed up JP Consulting Group after tenures in corporate communications and media relations at Fox Television Studios and Columbia TriStar Television. An attorney, Pierce previously acted as consultant to Joan Collins’ Gemini Star Productions, where he helped set up her successful 7-hour CBS mini-series "Sins," Additionally, he orchestrated product licensing opportunities for Ms. Collins. Pierce began his career as a rock music journalist. Current ATI projects include the "World Magic Awards," a fall event that will be broadcast as a network special, "Real Vice Cops," set to premiere on ITV in the UK with a US debut in '08 and "Laura McKenzie’s Traveler," which is entering its second season in syndication this September. ATI is also prepping several network and cable specials to be announced shortly.
Flash in the can: associated TV builds niche with instant videos based on pop culture hits Monday, July 03rd, 2006
Joel Russell July 3, 2006 DAVID McKenzie thinks most independent producers in Hollywood have the process backward.
Instead of developing a movie concept and then trying to sell it to a studio, he believes they should start with the moment of final sale and work in reverse back to creation.
That seemingly odd strategy has paid off for McKenzie's Associated Television International, a Los Angeles-based producer of syndicated TV shows and home videos. Then again, McKenzie has an advantage. His fare includes quasi-documentary instant knockoffs of popular movies such as the "The Da Vinci Code," "Pirates of the Caribbean" and the recent Johnny Cash biopic "Walk the Line." "We are a sales and marketing organization first and then we are producers, said McKenzie "Our business strategy is based on the idea that no one in retail wants something they have to explain. If you have a product that cleans scissors, it explains itself. If you have an inspirational video called 'My Mountain Isn't High Enough,' the customer has to pick it up, read the packaging and make a decision. That doesn't work for video retailers." Instant books on popular themes, such as the Iraq War or Paris Hilton, have been staples of the publishing industry for years. Now they are paying off well for Associated Television as it has moved the concept to video.
Take retail giant Wal-Mart Stores Inc., which told McKenzie it wanted a documentary about police SWAT teams to take advantage of the hype surrounding an upcoming movie, "S.W.A.T." from Columbia Pictures. Other companies might have reacted by putting together a production deal, but Wal-Mart wanted the video in six weeks. Since Associated was already staffed to produce a great deal of material, it had in place the infrastructure of writers, directors, producers, camera crews and editors. In just five weeks, the company churned out "S.W.A.T.: The Real Story," which soon became Wal-Mart's No. 3-selling video. The company has replicated the technique by producing easy-sell titles. If retailers think politics, movies, holidays or a celebrity death will throw a subject into the spotlight of public opinion, ATI can deliver a relevant video.
The company hit the mother lode of knockoffs with the success of Dan Brown's novel "The Da Vinci Code." First ATI examined the book's thesis objectively in "Unlocking Da Vinci's Code." Anticipating that ardent Christians would object to the book, ATI produced a video rebuttal called "Exposing the Da Vinci Code." Then came "Da Vinci Code Tour," which took viewers to locations portrayed in the book. The final video examines the eccentric artist at the center of the controversy: "The Secret Life of Leonardo Da Vinci." A more typical example occurred with the death of Johnny Cash and the release of the biographical film "Walk the Line." ATI answered with "The Unauthorized Biography of Johnny Cash." "The idea in the market was that people were interested in Johnny Cash," said John Ross, the supervising producer at ATI, who turned around the project in four months. "But we saw this as a documentary that would stand on its own, not just because of the release of the film. People will be interested in Johnny Cash and listening to his music for a long time." ATI titles such as "Real Pirates of the Caribbean" "The Spirit of Princess Diana" (including directions for conducting a seance to contact her) and "A Tribute to Pope John Paul II" feature subjects that enjoy occasional publicity jolts, but are also permanently embedded in the public consciousness. As a result, ATI can sell through various distribution channels, including broadcast syndication, cable, pay-per-view, foreign TV, in-flight and home video. Spotlighting the market
ATI started in 1967, producing specials for the three broadcast networks. Currently, its TV output is focused on syndication and international sales. Top shows include "American Adventurer" with Erik Estrada, "Laura McKenzie's Travel America," and "Mysteries, Magic & Miracles." An hour of syndicated programming runs 48 minutes, leaving 12 minutes for commercials. ATI gets six minutes, which it normally sells to national advertisers. The other six minutes go to the TV station for local ads. In a typical month, ATI controls about $18 million in syndicated ad time, McKenzie estimates. As the company has moved into the home video market, it has frequently leveraged that time by using it to flog its own products. When the Johnny Cash bio launched, it had almost 800 30-second TV spots behind it. McKenzie's advice to other entrepreneurs comes down to a single word: control. "If you do not have control of the marketing, you do not control your fate," said McKenzie. "'If you don't control the money, you're in trouble. You have to be as close to the source of sales as possible," he said. While McKenzie refused to divulge the ATI's total revenues, he said the company expects a profit of 30 percent to 35 percent on each product. That figures grows as the product moves through its various distribution windows.
However, Robert Lorsch, chief executive of holding company RHL Group in Los Angeles, has advertised some of his companies on ATI's syndicated shows as well as invested in TV projects. "The good news is I never lost money. That doesn't come easy in the television business," said Lorsch, who is working with them to promote his latest venture, mymedicalrecords.com, by sponsoring segments on medical and travel shows. BY JOEL RUSSELL Staff Reporter COPYRIGHT 2006 CBJ, L.P. COPYRIGHT 2008 Gale, Cengage Learning
