Jan. 23, 2024
Among the 15 series selected for their outstanding market potential is “Kafka”, a dark-humoured event-series about the life of the famous eccentric author directed by David Schalko. By: Wee Yan Ling
The
Berlinale Series Market is prominent as the European Film Market’s (EFM) main
industry platform for global serial content and will be hosting its
tenth-anniversary edition from 19 to 21 February 2024 at CinemaxX Potsdamer
Platz. Buyers, creatives, industry experts and sales agents will be present at
the event.
There
will be a spotlight of 15 immaculate series carefully selected for their
exceptional market potential. They span various genres and originate from
Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Latvia,
Portugal, Spain, South Africa, and the United Kingdom. One of the productions that has
been chosen is the upcoming ORF Original Kafka with Joel Basman, Liv Lisa
Fries and David Kross
“Kafka is a celebration of Franz Kafka's legacy, brought to life with wit and humor by
an exceptional cast and team. We are proud to showcase this exceptional
original series as part of the Berlinale Series Market Selects, inviting
attendees to immerse themselves in the captivating world of one of literature's
most enigmatic figures.,” says Oliver Böhm, Managing Director of
ORF-Enterprise.
“This
recognition speaks for the series' allure and global potential. We're eager to
connect with industry professionals and buyers at the event, confident that Kafka will resonate strongly with international audiences. It's also a
testament to the fruitful collaboration between the broadcasters ARD and ORF,”
adds Armin Luttenberger, Head of Content Sales International at ORF-Enterprise.
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