It is a very common practice for many studios to buy reviews. Sometimes, bad shows carry good reviews, deceiving the audience’s judgment. HBO was recently hit with allegations regarding trolls, and Sony Pictures is on the verge of following them in the ditch.
To clarify the matter, Sony isn’t facing any allegations. Reports are coming in that Sony struck a deal with The Guardian, allowing the media outlet to be the first to report on films and TV adaptations.
Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) acquires diverse assets, encompassing film divisions like Columbia Pictures and TriStar, TV operations including Left Bank and Bad Wolf, along with Whisper for sports production. The deal also grants development rights to The Guardian’s news stories, both current and future, and access to the newspaper’s extensive 200-year archive.
In a similar context, The Guardian has similar deals with other platforms such as Netflix, the BBC, and Sky.
Sony Pictures Television’s Wayne Garvie expressed excitement about leveraging The Guardian’s journalism legacy for innovative dramas, documentaries, and movies. The collaboration signifies a thrilling opportunity to create compelling content with global appeal. Elizabeth Gabler of 3000 Pictures emphasized the vast potential of the deal across feature films and TV, praising The Guardian’s acclaimed documentary features. Both look forward to developing projects that blend creative spirit and audience connection.
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