Nevertheless we still have U.S. shows in our schedule, and they are still important.
Added layers of cable, streaming and international content help offset the black spots.
Content screenings will take place at the AMC Theatres and client lunches are being held at the Globe Garden.
NBC’s fall season drama ‘Found’Matt Miller/NBC
A cocktail reception andFast Xscreening are also planned at Manns Chinese Theatre in Hollywood.
Warner Bros. did not respond to requests for further comment on their slate.
It will be fascinating to see what they screen.
In Bob Igers second era, the powerhouse has moved towards a mixed streaming-licensing ecology.
Im very interested in what theyre offering in terms of rights, adds a UK buyer.
Disney declined to comment further.
Sony Pictures Television kicks off with an event on the Culver City lot before beginning its Screenings.
From the U.S. comes Peacock comedy half-hourTwisted Metal, based on the classic, high-octane PlayStation games.
Buyers roundly praise Sonys oft-taken strategy of releasing its slate early.
We dont compete with any of our customers and we partner with all of them.
Everything is for sale, and everything were screening has been made and can be delivered.
That makes it easy for people to come to Sony.
The Sky deal is a fantastic validation of our approach, says Le Goy.
A lot of people have been investing heavily in streaming, but weve been investing in content and partnerships.
The really important thing is they are tremendously impactful hits for somebody.
Our job over the next few days and weeks is pairing the right show with the right partner.
Bento Box Entertainment animated comedy pairKrapopolisandGinsbergare the key titles screening.
Both have been greenlit for multiple seasons, giving acquirers a guarantee of longevity.
Joel McHale single-cam comedyAnimal Controlis also a priority, having become Foxs most streamed debut.
Like Sony, Fox is touting its independence from streaming as an advantage.
Paramount declined to comment on this story.
Independents day
For the independents, events kick off this week at the Fairmont Century Plaza hotel.
Most notable among the names confirmed is Amazon MGM Studios Distribution, thenew sales division sitting within Amazon Studios.
Ottinger is hosting buyers at the Amazon offices.
We understand this will be more of a presentation than a full-on screening but interest is ramping up.
Of course, the writers strike is impacting everything in LA right now screenings included.
A lack of new product will inevitably drive up the prices of whats available.
This is not the first time Ive been in distribution during a strike, says one major distribution boss.
It tends to make library content more valuable but I dont want to say its a good thing.
Any concrete proposal would be dependent on clarity on production timelines, she adds.
Indeed, there is added risk for buyers.
Breslau is confident, however, that the LA Screenings remain an important date on the annual schedule.
