Sophie Vartan

Commissioning Editor, NHU AFRICA

What are some of your top properties for MIPTV? (You can list up to 5 shows)
Into the Dragon’s Lair: Didier Noirot and Roger Horrocks embark on a thrilling diving adventure with giant Nile Crocodiles in the clear waters of the Okavango Delta.
Troop: An entertaining, fast-paced reality soap series on the daily dramas and fascinating psycho-social quirks of two neighbouring baboon troops in the Cape Peninsula, South Africa.
Animal Nation: A world television first, which explores the deep connection that exists between humans and animals, and how just by looking at an animal you can communicate with it.
Iceman – The Lewis Gordon Pugh Story: The incredible journey of Lewis Gordon Pugh, who swims in the freezing Antarctic and Arctic seas to raise awareness for global climate change.
Nature of Life: An Award-winning documentary which provides solutions to humanity’s greatest challenge yet – global climate change, and shows how indigenous African wisdom can hold the key.

Why will these programs appeal to buyers?
These programs will appeal to audiences all around the globe. Filmed in HD, they are inspirational, topical, contain exceptional cinematography, and have unique story lines which will keep audiences enthralled from start to finish.

What are your goals and expectations for MIPTV?
We are looking forward to meeting and networking with others in the industry, showcasing our incredible collection of diverse HD wildlife productions, commissioning new stories, and securing co-production partners.