Prepare
to be Taken
The ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ has secured the exclusive television rights to the highly
anticipated Steven Spielberg executive-produced sci-fi drama mini-series,
TAKEN, in a deal with DreamWorks SKG.
TAKEN
is an epic saga that weaves together the stories of three families
over 50 years of alien abductions.
Set
against the backdrop of actual historical events and featuring spectacular
special effects, TAKEN creates a powerful and emotional tale of
mankind's encounters with extraterrestrials.
Sue
Deeks, Senior Editor, Acquired Series, ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ said: "TAKEN is
a compelling science fiction drama. We are truly delighted with
this acquisition which we know will thrill and entertain ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ viewers."
Speaking
on behalf of DreamWorks, Hal Richardson, head of DreamWorks Television
Distribution commented: "We are extremely pleased that the
ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ has licensed our latest and most ambitious television project,
continuing their commitment to bring quality entertainment to the
UK audience."
Steven
Spielberg added: "I am also pleased to know that the ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½, which
has long been a part of my life, has expanded their relationship
with its commitment to TAKEN."
Notes to Editors
TAKEN
is a 10-part mini-series which will be shown on ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ TWO and ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½
Choice early next year.
DreamWorks
SKG was formed in October, 1994, by its three principal partners
- Steven Spielberg, Jeffrey Katzenberg and David Geffen - to produce
live-action motion pictures; animated feature films; network, syndicated
and cable television programming; home video entertainment; records;
books; toys; consumer products and interactive entertainment.
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