Read Between the Crimes: Building Success on Book IP

Berlinale Industry Events

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Mon Feb 17 15:00 – 15:45 Berlinale Series Market at CinemaxX
VOD available

Explore how bestselling crime novels are adapted into must-watch series. What makes book-based crime drama so irresistible to audiences worldwide? Top industry voices share insights into the creative and commercial strategies that turn gripping page-turners into binge-worthy hits.

Join our expert panel as they reveal the challenges and opportunities of adapting books for the screen, from capturing the essence of a novel to navigating the business of international distribution. Through the lens of standout Finnish series, discover how these adaptations are making waves in the international market and what lessons can be learned from their success.

Stick around after the discussion for a Happy Hour – first come, first served!

This event will take place at CinemaxX 3.

Hosted by

Berlinale Series Market Main Partner

Berlinale Series Market is funded by

Berlinale Series Market Media Partner

Speakers

Hugo Brisbois (he/him)

Co-founder of Oble

Helsinki Crimes S2

Severi Koivusalo (he/him)

Producer

Sunset Grove

Brendan Foley (he/him)

Screenwriter

The Man Who Died S2

Moderator

Johanna "Nunnu" Karppinnen (she/her)

COO, Head of International at Post Control