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Sony launches second Italian FTA channel

July 3, 2017 11.27 Europe/London By Robert Briel

Sony Pictures Television Networks will launch Cine Sony in Italy on September 7, a new free-to-air channel dedicated to the world of cinema.

Sony Pictures Television Networks is expanding its Free-To-Air footprint and increasing investment in the Italian market with Cine Sony following the launch of kids’ channel, POP, in May. Cine Sony replaces Capri Gourmet, which Sony Pictures Television Networks acquired in April 2017.

Cine Sony will leverage Sony Pictures’ rich cinema heritage with a mix of film, documentaries and behind the scenes programmes. The channel will launch with the FTA premiere of Captain Phillips, and offer a slate of both new and classic movies ranging from L’uomo delle Stelle, to Jerry Maguire and Spiderman 3, along with documentaries and specially commissioned programmes exploring the history and culture of cinema.

Cine Sony’s first commissions, La Fabbrica dei Sogni and Cine Classic will be produced by Coming Soon in Rome. La Fabbrica dei Sogni is a programme dedicated to the history of Italian cinema presented by author and web editor Antonio Bracco and film critic Federico Gironi; while Cine Classic delves into the history of the Hollywood movie, presented by the author, radio and TV presenter LaMario.

“We’re thrilled to launch Cine Sony in Italy as part of our expansion in Free-To-Air and are excited to be adding our second channel as we build our portfolio in this key European market.,” said Kate Marsh, EVP, Western Europe for Sony Pictures Television Networks.

“Cine Sony will be a unique take on the world of cinema combining film, documentary and commentary. It will celebrate the world of cinema in Italy, a country that is rich in cinema heritage.”

Sony Pictures Television Networks also announced today that Viacom International Media Networks Pubblicità & Brand Solutions will represent advertising sales for Cine Sony, with Persidera providing DTT capacity.

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Filed Under: Channels, Newsline, Terrestrial Tagged With: Cine Sony, Italy, Kate Marsh, Sony Pictures Television Networks Edited: July 3, 2017 11:27

About Robert Briel

Arnhem-based Robert covers the Benelux, France, Germany, Austria and Switzerland as well as IPTV, web TV, connected TV and OTT. Email Robert at rbriel@broadbandtvnews.com.

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