The deal, announced in November 2023, will see Sony Pictures Entertainment gain exclusive first access rights to the full range of the Guardian’s global journalism, with the aim of developing suitable materials for audio-visual adaptation
Tara Bohn joins as head of global content development and Lindsay Poulton is appointed as editorial director, film and TV.
Prior to taking up this role, Tara has had a successful career building and managing premium content slates as a producer, as well as a studio and network executive.
Most recently, an executive on Amazon Studios’ Series team, where she worked across development and current series domestically and internationally, including: Reacher (Skydance); Carnival Row (Legendary); The Outlaws (BBC/Big Talk), and Nine Perfect Strangers (Fifth Season/Hulu).
Tara has also worked closely with SPE on projects such as The Good Doctor (ABC) and The Scandal Anthology (BBC/Prime), among others.
Lindsay Poulton is the Guardian’s first editorial director, film & TV and will represent Guardian journalism and core editorial purpose in the partnership as the organisation extends its presence into the global film and TV industry.
Alongside this expanded focus, Lindsay continues in her role as Head of Documentaries, commissioning and curating the Guardian’s Documentary strand, building on the huge success she has achieved, including the Oscar-winning Colette and BAFTA-winning The Black Cop.
The team brings together leading production development and journalistic experience, and in partnership with Sony’s film and TV talent, Tara and Lindsay will build the right strategic approach to find the most powerful ways to adapt stories for the screen rooted in Guardian journalism and ethos. Both new roles will be based at the Guardian’s London HQ.
Tara Bohn, head of global content development, film & TV, says: “I am honoured to lead global film/TV content for this exciting new venture. In a rapidly shifting entertainment landscape, IP adaptations have become an essential and steadying force.
“This partnership is poised to emerge as a key leader in that space. With the Guardian’s trailblazing work and talented team, including Lindsay, combined with Sony’s powerhouse creative, I am confident we will deliver culturally defining content across all genres and formats to millions of viewers worldwide.”
Lindsay Poulton, editorial director, film & TV, The Guardian, says: “I’m delighted to lead editorial strategy and representation across our film and tv partnerships and productions, and to embed this exciting new collaboration with Sony in the Guardian’s distinctive ethos and purpose.
“We are renowned for our agenda setting journalism and I’m excited to extend the impact of that work in imaginative new ways. Working alongside Tara and in deep collaboration with Sony’s creative talent, I’m thrilled to be part of this brilliant team as we bring powerful new stories to the screen.”
