The movie stays true to the spirit of the original work and its beloved characters, while telling a completely new story of the iconic girl from the Swiss Alps. Heidi embarks on a thrilling mission to save a lynx in peril.
The CEO and producer at Toon2Tango describes the new partnership with Leonine and the creation of Leonine Animation Studios, a new venture for the kids’ content arena.
Mediawan & Leonine Studios, the joint venture between France’s Mediawan and Germany’s Leonine, has acquired 51% of Drama Republic, the UK production banner behind hit BBC drama “Doctor Foster” and Netflix original “The Irregulars".
Etspueler will oversee the development and cooperation of Leonine’s production brands i&u TV and Odeon Entertainment, along with any future unscripted acquisitions. She will also launch an as-yet-unnamed production brand for Leonine, which will develop entertainment and non-fiction formats by female artists.
French media group has revealed a plan to acquire a raft of content firms across Europe by striking a deal to buy Lagardere Studios and taking a minority stake in fast-growing German firm Leonine.