Mediagazer: Head of 'Japan's HBO' faces tough job of what will play back home (Gina Hall/L.A. Biz)

9:25 PM ET, February 3, 2014

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Ian Burrell / The Independent:

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Gina Hall / L.A. Biz:

Head of 'Japan's HBO' faces tough job of what will play back home — Unlike consumer goods, creative content offers a unique challenge. While all cultures tend to consume filmed entertainment, the kind of content differs from country to country. Kayo Washio, head of U.S. operations of WOWOW …

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Reuters:

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