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RCN at ATF: from bio to dramas

At ATF 2024, RCN Estudios showcases several series that have achieved success on its linear signal, reflecting the diversity of local storytelling and betting on narratives that resonate internationally. The company highlights a variety of titles, ranging from biographical dramas to musical series, offering captivating stories that aim to connect with audiences beyond borders.

Alexander Marín, VP distribution

One standout title is Rigo, a biographical series that tells the story of Rigoberto Urán, one of Colombia’s most beloved cyclists. Directed by Juan Carlos Mazo and Catalina Hernández, and produced by Ana María Pérez, the series seeks to capture the essence of perseverance embodied by the athlete.

On the same line there’s Darío Gómez, also a bio-series that offers an emotional perspective on the life of Colombian Singer Darío Gómez, seen through the eyes of the women who shaped his journey. From his mother, Abigail, who nurtured his love for music, to his first wife, Ligia, who inspired his early dreams and heartbreak songs, and Olga, his manager and wife, who propelled his career while facing personal struggles. Lastly, Vanessa, his later love, brought him balance and redemption. Through these relationships, we witness not only the artist but the man behind the legend, rising above his tragedies to become the “King of Broken Hearts”.

Darío Gómez, bioseries

Another prominent title is the drama series Simply Ana, which explores the personal journey of Ana, played by Paola Turbay, as she navigates love and betrayal after discovering her husband’s infidelity. Under the direction of Luis Carlos Sierra and Olga L. Rodríguez, and produced by Yalile Giordanelli, the series has captivated local audiences.

RCN’s lineup also includes Crimson Red, a series currently airing in Colombia, created by acclaimed screenwriter Fernando Gaitán. The plot follows Juana Levy, a hardworking woman who uses her charisma to build her beauty products business in a challenging environment.

Additionally, RCN’s extensive catalog features Nurses, a series that portrays life inside a university hospital in Latin America through the eyes of nurse María Clara Gonzales. Directed by Víctor Cantillo and Luis Carlos Sierra, and produced by Ana María Pérez, the show has become a hit by offering an intimate look at the healthcare sector.

RCN also recently announced an exclusive distribution partnership with CosMedia Inc., granting them exclusive rights for localization and distribution of the company’s series and film catalog in the Latin American market.