all3media international & Balloon Entertainment Sign First-Look Deal

LONDON: all3media international has entered a first-look deal with U.K. indie Balloon Entertainment.

The production outfit is led by Bryan Elsley, creator of the hit drama Skins, and Harry Enfield, a BAFTA-winning comedian, actor, writer and director. The company, which was formed in 2013, produces the comedy drama Dates for the U.K.’s Channel 4 and the satirical documentary special Harry and Paul’s History of the 2s for BBC Two.

Steve Macallister, the CEO of all3media international, commented: “We’re thrilled to announce this new first-look deal. Securing ongoing partnerships with such renowned talent is a key part of our strategy to bring the best and most original programming to international audiences. At Balloon Entertainment, Bryan and Harry are drawing upon an absolute wealth of experience in creating hit comedy and drama content, combined with an ambition to discover and support the most promising up-and-coming creatives. This approach ensures that they have some fantastic projects in the pipeline, which we know will prove very popular with our global clients.”

Elsley said: “We are delighted to be consolidating a long relationship with all3media international. A multi-award-winning year gives us the confidence to move forward with a strong and resurgent distributor focused on the new broadcasting environment.”