การเปลี่ยนแผนฉายจากโรงภาพยนตร์เป็นสตรีมมิง
Jon Watts ได้นำ ‘Wolfs’ เวอร์ชันตัดต่อสุดท้ายให้ทีมงานของ Apple ชมและพวกเขาตื่นเต้นกับมันมาก. แต่ในทันทีที่ Apple เปลี่ยนแผนในนาทีสุดท้ายจากฉายในโรงภาพยนตร์เป็นฉายบนบริการสตรีมมิง, สิ่งนี้ทำให้เขาเสียใจมาก. Apple ไม่ได้แจ้งให้ทราบเหตุผลหรือปรึกษาร่วมกันกับเขา.ไม่มีใครบอก Jon Watts จนกระทั่งใกล้ถึงช่วงที่จะเปิดตัวภาพยนตร์. เขาได้ขอให้ Apple ไม่ต้องอ้างถึงการเขียนบทภาคต่อของเขาและคืนเงินสำหรับเขียนบทภาคต่อคืนแก่บริษัท. เขาไม่เชื่อใจทาง Apple แล้ว.
‘Wolfs’ เป็นภาพยนตร์อาชญากรรมที่มีคู่หูนักแสดงที่ผู้ชมชื่นชอบมาตั้งแต่ ‘Ocean’s Eleven’ (2001), ‘Ocean’s Twelve’ (2004) และ ‘Ocean’s Thirteen’ (2007). นักแสดงที่มีคู่หูคือ พิตต์และคลูนีย์ ซึ่งเป็นผู้นำแสดงในภาพยนตร์.
Apple TV+ และการมอบทุนสำหรับภาพยนตร์
Apple กำลังเร่งขยายเนื้อหาสำหรับ Apple TV+ โดยมอบทุนมหาศาลให้ผู้สร้างภาพยนตร์ชื่อดังหลายคน. เช่น ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ (2023) ของ มาร์ติน สกอร์เซซีและ ‘Napoleon’ (2023) ของ ริดลีย์ สกอตต์ ซึ่งใช้ทุนสร้าง 200 ล้านเหรียญ.ภาพยนตร์ทั้ง 2 เรื่องข้างต้น ได้รับการฉายในโรงภาพยตร์ แต่ไม่ประสบความสำเร็จในวงกว้าง. Apple ตัดสินใจเปลี่ยนแผนการฉายภาพยนตร์ใหม่ให้อยู่บนบริการสตรีมมิงเพื่อสร้างกระแสให้ผู้ชมสนใจ Apple TV+ มากขึ้น.
Jon Watts ภูมิใจกับภาพยนตร์และชอบการได้ร่วมงานกับ แบรด พิตต์และ จอร์จ คลูนีย์. เขาพร้อมที่จะร่วมงานกันอีกครั้ง แต่ความจริงคือ Apple ไม่เป็นผู้ที่ยกเลิการสร้างภาคต่อของ ‘Wolfs’ แต่เขาเป็นคนยกเลิกเอง.
Recent Purchase and Its Significance
Satellite Television & Radio Australia has recently made a significant purchase. They acquired an Appear TV XC flexible, modular head-end solution from Magna Systems for their VAST service. Adrian French from Magna explains, "Satellite Television & Radio Australia works closely with regional councils across Australia. They design and provide DTV transmission solutions, delivering terrestrial broadcasting to communities and leveraging VAST's distribution to access essential services. VAST includes programming from major networks like the ABC, SBS, Channel 7, Channel 9, and Channel 10, along with time-shifted versions where applicable. With aging equipment and the transition to high-definition broadcasting for several channels, they were tasked with enhancing and upgrading the re-broadcasting capabilities of various councils. That's where Magna came in, and we supplied them with the Appear TV XC Platform."Requirements and the Chosen Solution
Satellite Television & Radio Australia had specific requirements. They needed the option to receive multiple satellite feeds, a common Interface (CI) CAM for decrypting all services, full PID remapping functionality to rebuild correct PSI/SI table information for specific regional council locations, the ability to rebuild Electronic Program Guides, and a minimum of four ASI outputs for transport stream delivery to their downstream DVB-T modulator across seven sites in Western Australia. To meet these demands, they purchased the Appear TV XC5100 platform from Magna.The XC Platform is a highly flexible and modular head-end solution for IPTV and broadcast distribution. It offers advanced media compression, stream processing, and robust de-scrambling capabilities. It supports distribution across various networks such as cable, satellite, terrestrial, and hospitality applications, providing versatile performance to meet all media needs.French further elaborates, "The XC Platform is a flexible, all-in-one solution for broadcast distribution. Its modular, high-density chassis design serves the broadcast distribution market, delivering a complete broadcast solution from a single platform. It is tailored to meet the unique content distribution needs of broadcasters and media service providers. For regional councils, it offers a low-footprint, reliable, and flexible solution to handle satellite feeds and present DVB-T ready transport streams for downstream modulation and transmission."Work with Regional Councils
Satellite Television & Radio Australia collaborates with regional councils in Australia to maintain terrestrial broadcast delivery to local communities. This Appear TV solution from Magna Systems now enables remote communities to stay connected with the wider Australia, receiving news, sports, and entertainment for free.Glenn Welsh, the MD of Satellite Television & Radio Australia, adds, "In some cases, we are simply replacing older equipment, while in others, it's a green field installation. For a greenfield site, we are the prime integrator responsible for the design and installation of the antenna, satellite dish, modulator, and key elements of the overall solution. The Appear equipment lies at the heart of the workflow as it manipulates the source content and generates the required output for retransmission based on the location."Performance and Advantages
It is evident that the Appear TV XC Platform supplied by Magna to Satellite Television & Radio Australia not only meets their needs but exceeds expectations in terms of performance, flexibility, and versatility. Adrian French concludes, "The density of the XC Platform solution was a crucial factor as real estate footprint is of great importance. Compared to other solutions that use multiple boxes, the Appear's sleek 1RU dual PSU chassis incorporates all I/O and processing requirements. The robustness of the solution is also paramount given the remote locations, and the durability provided by the Appear units is unmatched. The ease of control and management was also a key aspect to ensure simplicity throughout the product's life. Another significant bonus is the ability to accommodate the customer's preferred system architectures while reducing complexity. Finally, Satellite Television & Radio Australia required support from a local supplier who holds spares in the market for quick turnaround due to the remote planning required to attend sites. This service and support have been and are being provided by Magna Systems."Experience the Global Impact of Cross-Cultural Life Swaps
The Swap Project: A Unique Cultural Exchange
The Swap Project format by Fuji Television Network truly has the potential to make a global impact. As two participants from different corners of the world with the same profession come together and swap lives, it becomes a powerful medium to showcase the diversity and similarities among cultures. This cross-cultural comedic social experiment not only entertains but also educates, allowing viewers to gain a deeper understanding of different ways of living and thinking.
Through this format, we see how small differences in daily life can lead to big surprises and lessons. It breaks down barriers and stereotypes, fostering a sense of unity and appreciation for different cultures. The Swap Project is not just a show; it is a cultural bridge that connects people from different parts of the world.
R4 Street Dance: Uniting Leading Artists and Dancers
R4 Street Dance is another exciting offering from Fuji Television Network. This show brings together leading artists and dancers to form dance crews, which then compete in intense battles. The judges carefully assess the performances, looking for creativity, skill, and passion.
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Where Does the Sea Begin: Conveying Parental Love
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Fuji TV truly offers a diverse collection of unscripted and scripted formats. From the cross-cultural adventures of The Swap Project to the dance battles of R4 Street Dance and the emotional exploration of family in Where Does the Sea Begin, there is something for everyone. With their commitment to quality and innovation, Fuji TV continues to captivate audiences around the world.