The Berlinale Series Market has unveiled its selection of shows. This specialized market for global television content will feature Spanish series at the Berlinale Market Selects screenings, including “Internal Affairs,” a drama about one of Spain’s first female police officers starting her first assignment, and “Honor,” an adaptation of the popular Israeli show in which a judge attempts to conceal his son’s criminal actions.
In a post-climate catastrophe world, the television series “Sanctuary,” produced by Alex de la Iglesia, AtresmediaTV, and Alex de la Iglesia and Carolina Bang at their Banijay-supported studio Pookepsie Films, offers a future where women are confined to protective domes during pregnancy due to pollution. However, things aren’t as simple as they seem.
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Developed by Alex de la Iglesia, AtresmediaTV, and Alex de la Iglesia and Carolina Bang at their Banijay-supported Pookepsie Films, the series “Sanctuary” envisions a future where women must live in protective domes during pregnancy to safeguard them from pollution caused by climate change. But there’s more to it than they realize.
At the same time, “City of God” director Fernando Meirelles and “Borgen” scriptwriter Maja Jul Larsen plan to present their works in the Co-Production Series section at BSM.
Spain has been chosen as the Country in Focus at this year’s EFM.
Among the highlighted nations, I find myself captivated by a diverse array: Australia-U.S., Brazil, Estonia and Ukraine, France, Greece, Iceland, Canada, Norway, Portugal and Poland, South Africa, South Korea, and New Zealand. Each one holds its unique charm that I can’t help but admire.
In “Broken Spies,” the story revolves around captivating casinos, hotels, and clandestine hideouts inhabited by cunning female spies, all working tirelessly to alter the course of war. On the other hand, “Crows” presents a chilling tale where a series of murders stirs up the peace in a community, leaving it to an inexperienced investigator to unveil the hidden truth. Lastly, the main character in “My Dear Mother” is forced to confront difficult realities when her mother’s lifeless body is discovered on the beach.
In the first person perspective as a fan:
“Exploring ‘Concrete Market’ transports me into a post-apocalyptic reality after a devastating earthquake, where only one structure remains upright. On the other hand, stepping back to the 80s with ‘Brazil’s Oxygen Masks Will (Not) Drop Automatically’, I find myself immersed in a heart-wrenching tale of a team of flight attendants hatching a plan to secretly distribute AZT in an effort to combat HIV and AIDS.
In the story “A Night to Live,” two outcasts stand on the brink of jumping off a Parisian building. However, their unexpected meeting leads them to postpone their jump, at least for one night. The main character in “Reincarnate” is considering suicide on the day he’s released from prison, where he served 18 years for murdering his partner, Caio. But an encounter with someone who claims to be Caio’s reborn spirit changes everything. Lastly, “Suture” is a tale set in Brazil, focusing on a medical student and a surgeon compelled to work for a criminal organization.
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In the novel “A Night to Live,” two social outcasts are about to leap from a building in Paris. Following their unexpected meeting, they decide to stay alive, at least for one more night. The protagonist of “Reincarnate” is contemplating suicide on the day he’s released from prison, where he spent 18 years for murdering his partner, Caio. However, an encounter with someone who claims to be Caio reborn turns his life around. In the Brazilian story “Suture,” a medical student and a surgeon are forced to work for a criminal organization against their will.
In “Sunny Nights,” a pair of siblings set sail to Sydney to launch a spray tan enterprise, illuminating their journey. However, their adventure takes a grim turn when they encounter the city’s criminal underbelly. Contrastingly, in “The Morning After,” young individuals navigate relationships and anxieties about the future, carving out their unique paths. In “n00b” from New Zealand, a well-liked boy finds himself exposed, leading him to unite with other outcasts and immerse himself in an unfamiliar digital world.
This year, the Berlinale Series Market is highlighting intricate depictions of women and prioritizing narratives that mirror the richness of human life’s variances, as mentioned by Tanja Meissner, a director from Berlinale Pro.
Among intriguing female lead characters, the Icelandic drama “Vigdís” follows the journey of the world’s first woman to be elected president. In Norway’s “Heajastallan – A Sámi Wedding,” a woman is portrayed whose social status might significantly transform with her son’s upcoming nuptials, and “Maria: The Unknown Callas” delves into the life of the girl before she rose to fame as a legendary diva and one of the greatest opera singers in history.
Among engaging female lead characters, the Icelandic drama “Vigdís” follows the journey of the first woman globally to be chosen as president. In Norway’s “Heajastallan – A Sámi Wedding,” we meet a woman whose son’s upcoming nuptials might significantly impact her social status. Lastly, “Maria: The Unknown Callas” introduces the girl who became renowned as a legendary diva and one of history’s greatest opera singers.
In the 11th installment of the Co-Pro Series, ten extra projects will be featured, beginning with “The Best of Families,” produced by Apple Tree Productions. This Danish drama, created by Maja Jul Larsen (of “Borgen” fame) and directed by Charlotte Sieling, delves into the effects of a chemical factory on diverse families and the environment during the 1950s. “Miami Wildlife,” a collaboration between Brazil and the USA, will be helmed by Fernando Meirelles, and it centers around an unconventional drug lord. Similarly, “Shit Happens,” an Austrian production based on real events, tells the story of a single mother who rises to power in a significant hashish ring.
In “Die Experten,” Emmy-winning author Julian Pörksen brings Merle Kröger’s novel to life, focusing on German rocket scientists in Egypt during the 60s, espionage, and the complex political climate of the region. The Swiss series “The Guard” delves into crime within the Vatican, while “Our People,” a collaboration between Slovakia, Czech Republic, and Germany, will add to Berlin’s lineup after winning at Series Mania. “Ruth’s Ghosts” is an upcoming dystopian tale exploring abortion, self-determination, and legal jurisdiction in the United States. For literature enthusiasts, the upcoming release “Lucy. Maud.” promises a deep dive into the life story of L.M. Montgomery, the creator of the beloved classic “Anne of Green Gables.
In “Recipes of a Nervous Breakdown,” well-known figures are featured, narrating the true account of celebrated chef and author Sophie White as she navigates through a sudden mental collapse. Meanwhile, “Sk8 or Die” is a production written and directed by award-winning creators Tom Hern and Halaifonua Finau, focusing on the life of barefoot skateboarder Lee Ralph.
Additionally, the upcoming showcase titled “Up Next: Germany” is set to reveal exciting local series for the coming year. These include “Parallel Me,” a captivating tale about a young woman’s magical journey through various alternatives of her own life, “Euphorie,” inspired by the original format “Euphoria” from the Israeli cable channel HOT, “All In,” which chronicles the story of a young Muslim woman’s quest to become an astronaut, and “The Nazi Cartel,” a joint documentary investigation into the establishment of the first narco-state in Bolivia in 1980.
At long last, I’m excited to share that during the upcoming festival, my heart will swell with pride as “Underage” – the brilliantly crafted Brazilian film – graces the screens in the Generation section at Berlinale. Additionally, another masterpiece, “Other People’s Money,” hailing from Germany, Austria, and Denmark, has been selected for the Panorama segment. Last but not least, I eagerly anticipate the screening of “The Narrow Road to the Deep North,” a captivating collaboration between Australia and the USA, as part of the Berlinale Special. Can’t wait to immerse myself in these exceptional cinematic journeys!
The Berlinale Series Market will take place from 16-19 Feb. You can find the full lineup here:
“As Espias” (“Broken Spies”)
Portugal, Poland
Amidst global conflicts, Portugal appears as a tranquil haven by the Atlantic Ocean. Yet, beneath its serene facade, its lavish casinos, hotels, and hidden retreats serve as a backdrop for a daring network of female spies. These women covertly share critical information that could significantly impact the course of the war.
Creator: Pandora da Cunha Telles
Showrunner: Pandora da Cunha Telles
Directors: João Maia, Laura Seixas
with Madalena Almeida, Maria João Bastos, Ana Vilela da Costa
Production company: Ukbar Filmes, Krakow Film Klaster
Broadcaster: RTP
World Sales: TBD
“Asuntos Internos” (“Internal Affairs”)
Spain
Clara, one of Spain’s earliest female police officers, embarks on her debut assignment in a perilous Madrid district. She discovers an intricate heroin smuggling operation and, with the assistance of two women struggling with drug-related issues, bravely exposes it, potentially putting her own life at risk. This cop drama is a significant production by Spanish public broadcaster RTVE, in collaboration with Mediacrest, and is set in 1979.
Creators: Pedro García Ríos, Rodrigo Martín Antoranz
Showrunners: Alberto Macías, Winnie Baert
Directors: María Togores, Samantha López Speranza
with Laia Manzanares, Silvia Abascal, Nacho Fresneda
Production company: Mediacrest El Clasico, AIE; Mediacrest Entertainment and RTVE
Broadcaster: RTVE
World Sales: RTVE
“Corbeaux” (“Crows”)
Canada
A string of grisly killings has sent shockwaves through the city. Enter Gabrielle, a spirited yet unconventional detective recently moved nearby, who finds herself partnered with Clémence, an experienced investigator nearing retirement, in their joint effort to unravel these mysteries.
Creator: Pierre-Louis Sanschagrin
Director: Stéphane Lapointe
with Mylène Mackay, Pascale Bussières, Lou Thompson
Production company: Encore in collaboration with Illico +
Broadcaster: Illico + (TVA)
World Sales: Encore Television-Distribution
“Heajastallan – Bryllupsfesten” (“Heajastallan – A Sámi Wedding”)
Norway
Garen, being at the lowest rung of her Sámi community’s social ladder, views her son’s upcoming wedding as an opportunity for elevation. However, the question remains whether she can bring harmony among her troubled siblings to organize a flawless traditional Sámi event, or if it will merely lead to a ticking time bomb towards chaos?
Creator: Åse Kathrin Vuolab
Directors: Pål Jackman, Åse Kathrin Vuolab
with Sara Margrethe Oskal, Ánte Siri, Inga Márjá Utsi, Ivan Aleksander Sara Buljo
Production company: Tordenfilm, Mer Film, Forest People
Broadcaster: NRK
World Sales: REinvent Studios
“Honor” (“Your Honor”)
Spain
In this version of the show “Kvodo,” Judge Daniel Romero’s child Alex unintentionally takes the life of a motorist and in a state of fear, abandons the site. When it is discovered that the deceased was the offspring of a menacing gang leader, Romero makes the daring choice to conceal the crime, putting everything at stake in order to shield his son from harm.
Directors: Chiqui Carabante, Luis Prieto
with Dario Grandinetti, José Luis García Perez, Paco Márquez
Production company: Atresmedia TV in collaboration with Portocabo
Broadcaster: Atresplayer, Antena3
“Konkeuriteu Maket” (“Concrete Market”)
South Korea
After the devastating earthquake, leaving behind only one standing apartment building, it transformed into a trading hub where goods are exchanged.
Creator: Byun Seung-Min
Showrunner: Kwak Jae-Min
Director: Hong Ki-Won
with Lee Jae-In, Hong Kqung
Production company: Climax Studio
World Sales: Lotte Cultureworks
“Maria: The Unknown Callas”
Greece
This film tells the extraordinary tale of an ordinary girl from Athens during World War II, who ultimately rose to become a globally renowned diva. The biography delves into Maria Callas’s formative years, highlighting her significant relationships with influential individuals who significantly impacted her destiny.
Creator: Olga Malea
Director: Olga Malea
with Eleni Radou, Renia Loizidou, Cleopatra Eleftheriadou, Carmen Rouggeri
Production company: ERT S.A., the Hellenic Broadcasting Corporation
Broadcaster: ERT S.A. / ERTflix & ERT 1
World Sales: ERT S.A., the Hellenic Broadcasting Corporation
“Minu Kallis Ema” (“My Dear Mother”)
Estonia/Ukraine
One day, a mother who had been brutally killed was discovered on the beach, leading to speculation about whether drug addict Alina (30) was a calculating murderer or a long-suffering victim of domestic abuse throughout her life.
Creators: Raoul Suvi, Toomas Ili, Tiina Lokk
Director: Doris Tääker
with Doris Tislar, Elina Reinold, Indrek Ojari
Production company: Zolba Productions
Broadcaster: Elisa Estonia
World Sales: Film.UA Distribution
“Máscaras de Oxigênio (não) cairão automaticamente” (“Oxygen Masks Will (Not) Drop Automatically”)
Brazil
In the lively Rio de Janeiro during the late 1980s, a team of Fly Brasil cabin crew members, spearheaded by a gay and HIV-positive flight attendant, devised a plan to secretly transport AZT in an effort to extend the lives of individuals affected by HIV and AIDS.
Creator: Thiago Pimentel
Director: Marcelo Gomes and Carol Minên
with Johnny Massaro, Ícaro Silva, Bruna Linzmeyer
Production company: Warner Bros. Discovery, Morena Filmes
Broadcaster: MAX
World Sales: Morena Filmes
“n00b”
New Zealand
As the beloved high school heartthrob and party enthusiast Nikau finds himself exposed, he experiences a dramatic shift in social standing, moving from popular to shunned. Finding solace among other social outcasts, he explores a new realm on the internet. In unity, they traverse the challenges of high school life as well as the digital world, pursuing love, companionship, and self-understanding.
Creators: Victoria Boult, Rachel Fawcett
Director: Josh Frizzell, Victoria Boult
with Max Crean, Jaxson Cook, Shervonne Grierson, James Sexton, Felicia To’a
Production company: Great Southern Television
Broadcaster: Three / ThreeNow (Warner Bros. Discovery New Zealand)
World Sales: Oble
“Nos vies en l’air” (“A Night to Live”)
France
Mina, a young girl often tormented, and Ocean, a well-off yet emotionally shattered youth, find themselves on a Parisian rooftop, each contemplating suicide. They strike a deal: they’ll spend one night together, exploring life’s possibilities, and at dawn, they’ll decide whether to continue living or not. Could this single night offer them the strength to opt for life instead of death?
Directors: Anthony Jorge, Jonathan Cohen-Berry
with Inès Kermas, Anthony Goffi
Production company: Wanda Productions
Broadcaster: francetv slash
World Sales: France tv distribution
“Reencarne” (“Reincarnate”)
Brazil
18 long years spent behind bars for a crime I regret taking Caio’s life, I had planned to end my days upon release. But then, on the fateful day, a young woman named Veronica barged in, asserting she was none other than Caio reborn. With her claim hanging in the air, we found ourselves on a journey together, determined to unravel the mystery of Caio’s death and bring his true killer to justice.
Director: Bruno Safadi
with Taís Araújo, Welket Bungué, Julia Dalavia,
Production company: Estúdios Globo
Broadcaster: Globoplay
“Santuario” (“Sanctuary”)
Spain
In a world scarred by climate catastrophe, pregnant women seek refuge within the Sanctuary – a protective dome shielding them from toxic air. However, the tranquil solitude of this secluded compound is shattered upon Pilar’s arrival, revealing the ominous secrets it had been concealing all along.
Directors: Zoe Berriatúa, Rodrigo Ruiz Gallardón
with Aura Garrido, Lucia Guerrero, Alba Ribas, Anna Canepa, Jaime Ordoñez
Production company: Atresmedia TV in collaboration with Pokeepsie Films
Broadcaster: Atresplayer
“Sutura” (“Suture”)
Brazil
ICaro, an exceptionally talented medial apprentice, and Dr. Mancini, a skilled but shaky-handed surgeon, are compelled to serve within a criminal underworld. Balancing their dual identities, they navigate a perilous course that seems to leave little room for escape.
Creator: Fabio Montanari
Showrunners: Zasha Robles, Gustavo Mello
Director: Diego Martins, Jéssica Queiroz
with Cláudia Abreu, Humberto Morais, Juliana Paiva
Production company: Boutique Filmes, Spiral International
Broadcaster: Amazon Prime Video
World Sales: Zasha Robles, Spiral International
“Sunny Nights”
Australia/U.S.
A pair of American siblings embark on a journey to Sydney with the aim of launching a tanning salon business. However, their lives take an unexpected turn as they become entangled in Sydney’s criminal network. Now, they find themselves struggling to navigate between survival, avoiding imprisonment, and maintaining financial solvency.
Creators: Nick Keetch, Ty Freer
Showrunner: Trent O’Donnell
Director: Trent O’Donnell
with Will Forte, D’Arcy Carden, Rachel House
Collaborating production groups: Jungle Entertainment, Echo Lake Entertainment, along with Cineflix Rights, are joining forces on this project.
Broadcaster: Stan (Australia)
World Sales: Worldwide exc Australia
“The Morning After”
South Africa/France/Germany
Life’s feeling like a sandy shore lately! With a dash of wit and finesse, The Morning After delves into the contemporary topics of liquor, camaraderie, and carving out one’s journey in this grand adventure we call life. As a fan, I can’t wait to see where it takes us next!
Directors: Cindy Lee, Karen Jeynes
with Amara Okereke, Tarryn Wyngaard, Gaosie Raditholo
Production company: Paradoxal, Both Worlds
Broadcaster: Amazon South Africa and sud-Saharan
World Sales: Federation Studios
“Vigdís”
Iceland
A four-act play chronicling the life of Vigdís Finnbogadóttir, a young woman from the 1940s who overcame self-doubt to run for president in 1980, making history as the world’s first female elected leader. Her journey embodies bravery, optimism, and the struggle for equal rights.
Creators: Ágústa M Ólafsdóttir, Rakel Garðarsdóttir, Björg Magnúsdóttir
Showrunner: Ágústa M Ólafsdóttir
Directors: Björn Hlynur Haraldsson, Tinna Hrafnsdóttir
with Nína Dögg Filippusdóttir, Elín Hall
Production company: Vesturport
Broadcaster: RÚV
World Sales: REinvent Studios
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