All Columnists articles – Page 3
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CommentDanny Brocklehurst: Think hard before bringing a real-life murder case to screen
Audiences love true crime, but film-makers need to consider its impact on the community involved, says Danny Brocklehurst
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CommentKate Bulkley: Economic uncertainty won’t put the brakes on M&A boom
Hunger for intellectual property will continue to drive acquisitions from strategic buyers in spite of rising debt costs, says Kate Bulkley
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CommentLorraine Heggessey: Documentary-makers are still pushing the boundaries
As the 50th Grierson Awards shows, the genre is in great shape, but fresh voices are needed if it is to continue to flourish, says Lorraine Heggessey
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CommentPitching shows in the US is a whole new ball game
I’ve had to quickly master new terminology and working practices in a country where the deal is king, says Roy Ackerman
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CommentScript editors aren’t given the credit they deserve
These unsung heroes have one of the most important roles in the writing process, says Danny Brocklehurst
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CommentThe subscribers-at-any-cost model is no longer feasible
As consumers tighten their belts, streamers will have to embrace more traditional business models to survive, says Kate Bulkley
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CommentScott Bryan: Old gems can be as big a draw as shiny new releases
Archives full of brilliant shows are a powerful but underused weapon in the battle for viewers’ attention
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CommentPeter Bazalgette: Change of PM must not derail a vital media bill
Government upheaval should not distract those in power from getting the regulatory regime in order
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CommentAsh Atalla: Success can feel fleeting so cut yourself some slack
Pinballing between anxiety, joy and disappointment is the price we have to pay for working in such a stimulating sector
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CommentLorraine Heggessey: Plaudits and awards don’t excuse bad behaviour
TV needs to get its house in order if it is to continue to attract the brightest and best creative talent
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CommentKate Bulkley: Now is the moment to hop aboard the NFT express
With the market currently standing at £14bn, NFTs offer a direct link to fans and fresh monetisation opportunities
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CommentScott Bryan: Declining soaps need to find a way to hook younger viewers
The cancellation of Neighbours shows how vulnerable these former stalwarts of the schedules have become
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CommentPeter Bazalgette: A new kind of journalism has come to the fore in Ukraine
Social media videos combined with responsible reporting provide a powerful antidote to fake news and propaganda, says the ITV chair
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CommentFaraz Osman: Don’t let the UK’s thriving kids’ content sector wither
With the BBC licence fee frozen and the YACF culled, this vital part of the industry needs as much support as it can get
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CommentProduction is booming – but it might not be permanent
Beyond 2022, there are questions about whether high spending can be sustained, and which streamers will survive, says Kate Bulkley
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CommentIt’s high time subtitles were mandatory across the board
Improving accessibility for every viewer should be a requirement for all broadcasters, not an optional extra, says Scott Bryan
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CommentDon’t lose sleep over turning of the jobs merry-go-round
We all obsess over who’s in or out, but while people always move on, the quality of shows will win out, says Ash Atalla
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CommentBlack talent need chances to make it in the mainstream
Commissioning for Black History Month is one thing, but diverse casting all year round would make a bigger difference, says Fatima Salaria
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CommentSocial realism is helping broadcasters in SVoD battle
Series like C4’s It’s A Sin would never be greenlit by an SVoD – but they should, says Danny Brocklehurst
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CommentComparable data will benefit the commercial broadcasters
A cross-media measurement service puts TV in a better position to compete for advertising with the online giants, says Kate Bulkley