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Particle6 Productions has been commissioned to produce its second series for Hearst Networks EMEA, Two Sides of History.
The five-part digital series will bring together two people from different backgrounds who are linked to the same event in recent history. They will discuss their own views and reflect on how the subject has shaped their lives. Topics include the 1980s miners’ strike and the Covid-19 pandemic.
The miners’ strike episode will feature contributors from both sides of the strike. The Covid-19 episode will feature a frontline doctor and an anti-vaxxer.
Two Sides of History will be made available on Hearst Networks EMEA’s pay-TV channel Sky HISTORY, as well as VOD platforms, HISTORY Play, YouTube and social media.
Particle6 was previously commissioned to produce True Crime Secrets for Hearst Networks EMEA’s Crime+Investigation Play.
“We are delighted to greenlight this second series from Particle6 Productions,” said Sam Pearson, head of short-form commissioning at Hearst Networks EMEA. “Eline and the team are smart storytellers, skilled in creating punchy narratives that grab the attention of today’s digital audiences. Two Sides of History promises to not only be compelling viewing but also a challenging and thought-provoking watch.”
Eline van der Velden, founder and CEO of Particle6 Productions, added, “Hearst Networks EMEA has fully embraced the power of digital and short-form programming, and as it continues to grow this part of its business, we are excited to be along for the ride as a content partner. We are immensely proud of Two Sides of History. It is a simple concept in outline, but it shows how multifaceted big historical events are and why it is important to hear different people’s viewpoints to help understand the bigger picture.”
