Date posted: February 6, 2009

UFC and HBO Boxing step aside, there’s a new fighter in town.  Needlefish Films, under the umbrella of Telefilm Canada, which boasts the largest exhibition at the MipTV television market in Cannes in 2009, is excited to be representing their latest project for the world.

The Real Grudge Match, which is a pop culture phenomenon, is a half hour television series about regular people with real grudges who try to settle their score in the ring in front of thousands of screaming fans. Hilarious commentators deliver insightful play-by-play as these average-Joe warriors, with exceptional stories, try relentlessly to knock out their ex-best friends, bosses, rivals, accountants, enemies, etc. 

It is sure to be a big hit at the market! For more details view ‘The Real Grudge Match’ in the ‘In Develepment’ section.

Needlefish Films will also be promoting ‘A Downhill Life’ which is a reality TV series about young, extreme athletes competing for the opportunity of a lifetime. Following one of the fastest growing sports in North America and set in world-renowned and picturesque Whistler, Canada, hundreds of downhill mountainbikers and freeriders flaunt their skills to prove that they’re the next Top Rider.

Following a 3 episode preliminary competition, only 8 riders remain and they are roomed together in a villa with the cameras rolling 24/7, capturing every moment of the competitive drama and eclectic personalities. Over 8 weeks, the riders fight to avoid elimination as they are put through vigorous competitions that challenge them mentally and physically, on and off of the hill.

Their true characters are tested and only one rider proves victorious, is crowned the next Top Rider and is awarded a professional contract and sponsorship that will change their life forever.