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Banijay Rights has sealed the deal for the gripping crime drama “Fallen,” created by Camilla Ahlgren, the acclaimed showrunner of “The Bridge,” and starring Sofia Helin. Produced by Banijay-owned Filmlance, a leading Scandinavian company, the series has already secured international sales.
A Stellar Cast and Global Distribution
The highly anticipated series was unveiled at the Goteborg Film Festival’s TV Drama Vision conference. “Fallen” has been picked up by renowned broadcasters around the world. Canal+’s channel Polar+ in France, MHz Choice in the U.S., NPO in the Netherlands, SBS in Australia, ERT in Greece, and Syn Hf in Iceland are among the networks that have acquired the show.
Intriguing Plot and Talented Team
Written by Ahlgren, Martin Asphaug, and Alex Haridi, “Fallen” is a six-part drama featuring Sofia Helin and Hedda Stiernstedt. The series follows the story of Iris Broman, played by Helin, who becomes the head of Kalla Fall, a group dedicated to solving cold cases in Malmö. After a personal tragedy in Stockholm, Iris moves to the seaside town of Ystad, where she resides in her half-sister Kattis’ house. However, Iris’s arrival in Skåne reopens a cold case, leading to unexpected twists that intertwine the lives of multiple characters.
International Appeal and Success
Banijay Rights CEO, Cathy Payne, expressed delight in the enthusiastic response from global buyers. Payne attributed the success to the show’s “riveting drama,” the remarkable performances by Sofia Helin and Hedda Stiernstedt, and the “incredible suspense and excitement” it evokes. Camilla Ahlgren, the creative force behind the series, shared her joy at seeing “Fallen” gain international recognition, emphasizing her pride in knowing that audiences worldwide will have the opportunity to enjoy it.
Accomplished Production Team
“Fallen” was brought to life by Filmlance’s Anna Wallmark as the producer, with Lisa Dahlberg serving as the executive producer at TV4. The series is directed by Linnea Roxeheim, known for her work on “Portkod,” alongside Olof Spaak.
Filmlance and Banijay’s Continued Success
Filmlance, headed by Hanne Palmquist, is part of Banijay’s extensive network of over 60 scripted labels. The company has a proven track record of delivering successful Scandinavian hits, including “Ronja the Robber’s Daughter,” “Top Dog,” “Beck,” and “Caliphate.”
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Source: Variety