Culture, Media and Sport Committee had recommended a levy on streamers like Netflix and Disney+ to fund British content, citing a potential £50 million annual boost, but ministers conclude it is unnecessary given current market health.
Narrated by Liam Neeson, Maxine Peake, Nick Cave, Ruth Negga and Stephen Graham, the documentary film will have its world premiere on the closing night of the even, on 20th August.
The project, awarded in the category Ecotourism and Sustainable Travel in the Docu Competition, gains international recognition for showcasing Europe’s last wild river.
The goal is to highlight the vital work of rangers as guardians of our planet. The series will be distributed by BBC Studios Digital Brands via the BBC Earth YouTube and social media channels, reaching a global audience of over 13 million subscribers.
“Alma’s Summertime Musical,” to debut on June 9 features lively choreography by Ebony Williams and includes original songs by Joel Someillan and George Cuttingcane of Jollipop Entertainment.