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Over
the last several years, the international broadcast marketplace
for non-fiction film has grown tremendously. In that time,
Solid Entertainment has earned a celebrated reputation providing
award winning documentary programming.
Established in 1994, Solid Entertainment has grown to represent over 300 broadcast
documentary titles. We represent shows created by independent producers as well
as network programs created for Discovery Channel, National Geographic Channel,
HBO, Cinemax, PBS, TLC, Military Channel, Spike!, and The Travel Channel.
We continue to specialize in one-hour and feature length programming in the categories
of current affairs, history, military, adventure, science, technology and wildlife.
OUR PROGRAMMING:
At Solid Entertainment no two programs are alike. Our hallmark is quality programming,
which our buyers expect. We offer an expansive and diverse catalogue, which provides
us with a unique opportunity to help fulfill broadcasters needs and remain open
to a variety of filmmakers and subjects.
There are two elements essential in the design of programs we represent: global
appeal and the strong narrative structure. The programs in Solid Entertainment’s
catalog are selected first and foremost for their relevance to the worldwide
broadcast market.
Some other factors we consider when evaluating a program include: |
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The
power of the imagery. |
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The
sophistication of the editorial choices. |
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The
clarity of the story told. |
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Appropriate
use of the medium. |
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We
expect high production value when it is thematically
necessary and forgive rougher images when they help support
the story. |
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Most
importantly, we look for a distinct and captivating documentary
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RELATIONSHIPS:
Over the years Solid Entertainment has established a strong foundation of relationships with both producers and broadcasters. These relationships are the lifeblood of our business and we care for them as such. We represent the industry’s leading producers and consistently provide broadcasters with high caliber programming – relevant and timely.
Our marketing strategy includes attendance at the worldwide television festivals of NATPE, MIP-TV, MIPDOC, MIPCOM, HOT DOCS, IFP, the Realscreen Summit, and others. During these times we promote our films and their producers in the larger market setting, as well as during private meetings with broadcast executives. Buyers look to select companies to provide them with new programming. When we call on a buyer, or when they call on us, they expect the best. Market after market, year after year we deliver.
Marketing is a constant process. Before and after markets, and on a daily basis we engage in frequent dialogues via email, by telephone and in personal meetings with our clients. We continuously work to ensure that our broadcast clientele have every opportunity to screen and evaluate our films. Other marketing methods include advertising, press releases, producer interviews and direct e-mail placement.
Solid Entertainment has been successfully licensing programs worldwide for over a decade via such broadcasters as:
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Animal Planet
ARTE
BBC
BBC2
BBC Horizons
BSkyB
Channel 4
Canal+
The Discovery Channels (worldwide)
France 2/3
France 5
HBO
History Channel
M6
NBC
NHK
NOS-EO
National Geographic Channels(worldwide)
Odyssee
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ORF
Orbit
Planete
Premiere
Showtime
STAR Entertainment
Channel
SPIEGEL TV
STERN-TV
SBS6
SF-DRS
TaurusFilm
The Travel Channel
TSR
TV Ontario
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RAI
RTI
RTP
REAL-TV
VTM
ZDF
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PRESIDENT:
Solid Entertainment Founder and President Richard Propper is the former President of the International Documentary Association, and executive producer of over twenty internationally broadcast documentary films. He is regularly invited to participate in panels and forums at the IFP market, Realscreen Summit, and the non-fiction certificate program at UCLA. After more than ten years at the helm of Solid, he still enjoys the business. "I like the filmmakers and the buyers," he says. "I think that we are changing the world a little bit by bringing truly good stories."
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Richard
Propper
Director of Domestic and International Licensing |
CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS
Solid Entertainment
15840 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 205
Encino, CA 91436
USA
Telephone: (818) 990-4300
Facimile: (818) 990-4320
E-Mail: info@solidpgms.com
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