Bomanbridge pairs with Two Wise Monkeys for factual dev slate

Singapore-based producer and distributor Bomanbridge Media has signed a first-look deal with Cher & The Loneliest Elephant producer Two Wise Monkeys Entertainment.

Phil Fairclough

Under the partnership, Bomanbridge has the first option to distribute and invest in veteran factual producer Phil Fairclough’s production company’s development slate.

Two Wise Monkeys’ current projects include a cooking/lifestyle series with singer Joss Stone, a new take on Bonnie and Clyde and a series showcasing incredible stories of survival and technology in the aviation world.

Its commissioned programming includes crime series Dying to be Famous, a cautionary tale about chasing fame, for Bounce, Court TV and Court TV Mystery and The Hunt for Escobar’s Hippos for the Smithsonian Channel.

Sonia Fleck

Sonia Fleck, Bomanbridge Media’s CEO, said: “Bomanbridge has kicked off an aggressive growth initiative both in content IP and partnering relationships and a first-look deal with Phil Fairclough is a perfect opportunity. Phil has a terrific track record as a producer in varied genres and is currently carrying an amazing slate of diverse projects. We look forward to launching the first development slate at MIPCOM.”

Fairclough, MD of Two Wise Monkeys, said: “I was looking for a like-minded partner who can help Two Wise Monkeys grow internationally and Sonia with her team at Bomanbridge Media have impressed me greatly with their commitment, skills, connections and ambition. We are truly looking together to create shows that are meaningful, distinctive and which will travel across global audiences.”