Elsa Keslassy International CorrespondentSatisfaction Group, Arthur Essebag’s thriving Paris-based production company specializing in non-scripted shows, has acquired 100% of Sony Pictures Television France and its label Starling, creating an exclusive joint venture called Satisfy.Under the deal, Sony Pictures Television has acquired 20% of Satisfaction Group, and will be in charge of the international distribution of the company’s formats, some of which are among France’s highest-rated non-scripted programs.
Satisfaction will benefit from Sony Pictures Television’s sales force and platform outside of France, especially in North America and the U.S.Under the joint venture, Satisfaction Group will also gain access to Sony Pictures.
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