Vanishing Point: BBC’s Animated Gift to Kids
– BBC Studios Kids & Family Productions have cooked up a fresh and bubbly animated show, known as “Vanishing Point”.
– This comedy-action series has been commissioned by BBC Children’s & Education and France Télévisions, as a treat for kids aged 8 and above.
– The creation is the brainchild of none other than the BAFTA-winning dynamic duo, Tom Gran and Martin Woolley.
– “Vanishing Point” is defined by its humor, action-packed storyline, and energy, holding a promise to keep the young ones entertained and electrified.
Tom Gran and Martin Woolley: The Dynamic Duo
– The creators of “Vanishing Point”, Tom Gran and Martin Woolley, are not strangers to the magical world of animation, as their extensive and decorated portfolio precedes them.
– This duo is best known in the industry for their creative impulses and high-quality animated projects that have earned them a prestigious BAFTA award.
The Lively World of Vanishing Point
– While not much has been revealed about “Vanishing Point” yet, what we do know is that the series is energy-packed, brimming with humor, and loaded with enough action to make you feel like you’re on a rollercoaster!
Hot Take
Well, isn’t this heart-warming news, in the same way that you’d feel “warmed” if you were suddenly engulfed in a ball of animated, action-packed fire? BBC Studios has definitely pulled a rabbit out of its digital hat, a rabbit named ‘Vanishing Point’. Commissioned by two major networks and pieced together by two BAFTA-winning creators, it’s like a three-course meal cooked by master-chefs. It masquerades as a kid’s show, but let’s face it, we’ll all be taking “work from home” days just to binge-watch this stuffed-crust pizza of a series! So kids, buckle up, it’s time to vanish into the world of ‘Vanishing Point’. And remember, grown-ups, we didn’t give you the excuse to “work from home”. That was all you!
Exciting new action-comedy animation series, Vanishing Point, has been announced by BBC Studios Kids & Family Productions today.
Image courtesy of BBC Studios
Greenlighted by BBC Children’s & Education and France Télévisions, the new series Vanishing Point, from the BAFTA-winning creators Tom Gran and Martin Woolley, is made for children aged 8+ and consists of 26 episodes, each 22 minutes long.
The plot of Vanishing Point revolves around a group of four teenagers whose lives are thrown into chaos when their town is infested by ordinary items possessing strange and unpredictable powers.
Based in the rundown seaside town of Vanishing Point, the series introduces our unlikely heroes Ivy, Cole, Zefi, and Splash, who team-up with the grumpy junkyard owner and expert of the bizarre objects, Bernie, to uncover the mystery of these items.
Protecting their town from the strange objects thought to have extra-dimensional powers trapped inside, become a thrilling adventure for these youngsters.
The variety of strange items, ranging from a fridge magnet creating havoc by manipulating metal items to a bow tie that forces its wearer to disclose their deepest feelings, ensures new excitement and fun in every episode.
The plot thickens with the presence of ominous inter-dimensional agents trying covertly to drain the town of its cosmic energy.
Vanishing Point promises a refreshing mix of comedy-action storytelling, injecting robust humor into thrill-packed escapades.
BBC Studios Kids & Family collaborates with France’s Watch Next Media and Ireland’s Kavaleer Productions, for this exciting coproduction commissioned by the BBC Children’s & Education for CBBC and also by France Télévisions. Support from Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland and CNC, France has also been crucial in the production of this series.
Cecilia Persson, Managing Director, BBC Studios Kids & Family, expressed her excitement:
The unique storytelling approach of Vanishing Point excites us and we can’t wait to reveal it to the global audiences. We are dedicated to creating shows that resonate with children worldwide. The support from CBBC and France Télévisions has been significant from the early stages of Vanishing Point. Working with Watch Next Media and Kavaleer Productions has allowed us to combine creative brilliance with commercial skill to create a show that perfectly encapsulates humor, action, and mystery.
Philippe Alessandri, CEO, Watch Next Media, shared his thoughts:
Cooperating with BBC Studios Kids & Family on Vanishing Point presents an exciting opportunity to cater to the 8+ audience with a funny, action-packed show, sprinkled with existential dilemmas raised by apparently ordinary objects. The creative brilliance of Tom and Martin is evident in their desire to create a show where extraordinary events happen in ordinary settings, which encourages kids to perceive their world differently.
Gary Timpson, MD Kavaleer Productions, added:
We are thrilled to collaborate with BBC Studios Kids & Family on their exceptional series, Vanishing Point, and to once again partner with Watch Next Media.
Sarah Muller, Senior Head of Commissioning for 7+ for BBC Children’s & Education stated:
Vanishing Point with its twists and turns around the teen characters’ adventures is bound to captivate families. This comedy animation series underlines our unwavering investment and dedication towards the global animation industry.
Finally, Pierre Siracusa, Director of Animation, Young Audiences and Education, opined:
Vanishing Point is an amusing comedy adventure that will delight viewers over the age of 8. This wonderful partnership between talented artists across the Channel has resulted in a delightful series.
Original article: https://www.skwigly.co.uk/bbc-vanishing-point/