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Explore Terra Mater Studios’ latest projects, awards, and groundbreaking stories in nature, wildlife, and true-event narratives.

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Corporate · December 2024

Wrapping Up 2024: A Year of Milestones, Sustainability, and Impactful Storytelling

As 2024 comes to a close, we at Terra Mater Studios are reflecting on an incredible year filled with groundbreaking...

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Green · December 2024

Wild Vienna: A Celebration of Wildlife and Sustainability

We are thrilled to announce that Wild Vienna has been honoured with the Austrian Ecolabel, recognizing its commitment to environmentally...

Three tigers, two white and one orange, sit on platforms in front of a painted backdrop featuring a tiger's face. Dethroned as the top documentary, this captivating scene is streamed worldwide. Two award symbols are seen in the top corners.

Film Premiere · October 2024

Award-Winning Documentary ‘Dethroned’ to be Streamed Worldwide for Free!

Calling all wildlife enthusiasts! You won’t want to miss this! We’re excited to announce that the internationally acclaimed documentary Dethroned...

A majestic lion crowned in gold stands against a smoky, dramatic backdrop. The words "Dethroned" and "Original Music by Adrian Lo" are prominently displayed, evoking the cinematic quality of an award-winning documentary soundtrack cover.

Productions · October 2024

Soundtrack of Award-Winning Documentary Dethroned Now Available!

We are thrilled to announce that the powerful soundtrack from Dethroned, composed by Adrian Lo, is now available on all...

A green graphic celebrating the Emmy nominations highlights The Hummingbird Effect and Soul of the Ocean by Terra Mater Studios, featuring vibrant images of a colorful hummingbird and graceful whales underwater.

Awards & Nominations · August 2024

TERRA MATER STUDIOS PRODUCTIONS HONORED WITH TWO NEWS AND DOCUMENTARY EMMY NOMINATIONS

The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) has announced the nominations for the 45th Annual News & Documentary...

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Film Premiere · June 2024

“DETHRONED” Austrian Premiere: June 20th

We’re super excited to announce the Austrian premiere of “DETHRONED” on June 20th! This wildlife documentary will take you on...

Two lion cubs peeking over the back of an adult lioness in a field of tall green grass, their curious eyes looking directly at the camera. The morning light gently illuminates this wild Terra Mater scene.

Awards & Nominations · June 2024

Terra Mater Studios Climbs into Top 10 Factual Production Companies Worldwide

Terra Mater Studios have climbed the ranks in the factual production companies’ world, securing a spot in the Realscreen Top...

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Film Premiere · October 2023

Of Whales and Lions; two feature premieres in Autumn 2023

Autumn 2023 was a premiere-filled season for Terra Mater Studios: early September saw the Austrian premiere of PATRICK AND THE...

Impact · October 2023

Nomination: Austrian SDG Awards 2023

October 2023: On Monday, October 16th, 2023, Terra Mater Studios’ Green Team took part in the Austrian SDG Award 2023 ceremony...

Productions · October 2023

Terra Mater WILD

October 2023: Terra Mater Studios are happy to announce Terra Mater WILD, a joint nature and wildlife FAST channel by...

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Awards & Nominations · October 2023

Cannes Corporate Media & TV Awards and Jackson Wild Media Awards 2023

Cannes Corporate Media & TV Awards The Cannes Corporate Media & TV Awards, held annually in Cannes, France, honour outstanding...

Awards & Nominations · September 2023

GreenScreen 2023

September 2023, Eckernförde: Let’s celebrate some achievements in nature filmmaking! We’re thrilled to share some news from GREEN SCREEN Festival...

A pride of big cats rests on the ground. An adult lioness is cuddling with a cub in their small world, while another lion lies nearby. The scene depicts a peaceful moment in a natural setting.

Productions · July 2023

‘Big Cats, Small World’ is greenlit

The WNET Group’s Nature series produced for PBS, Terra Mater Studios, and Love Nature, a wildlife and nature brand with...

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Awards & Nominations · December 2022

WCSFP 2022: Lifetime Achievement Award

At the 2022 World Congress of Science and Factual Producers in Glasgow, Walter Köhler, CEO and founder of Terra Mater...

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Productions · November 2022

TERRA MATER STUDIOS procure film rights for “Alice’s Book“

“Alice’s Book: How the Nazis Stole My Grandmother’s Cookbook” is a family saga, spy thriller, historical investigation, and cross-border Holocaust...

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Awards & Nominations · October 2022

Double win at Wildscreen Festival 2022

Bristol/Vienna. Thursday evening, the British nature-film festival Wildscreen has announced the winners of the 2022 Panda Awards. The Austrian based...

Awards & Nominations · October 2022

TMS Productions win three Awards at Jackson Wild Summit 2022

Pamhagen/Burgenland/Austria. On Thursday evening the winners of the internationally acclaimed Jackson Wild Media Awards – known as the “Oscars of...

Corporate · September 2022

Terra Mater Studios and Autentic Distribution collaborate to provide premium Nature, History and Science content

Vienna/Munich. Terra Mater Studios, a subsidiary of Red Bull, and the sales division of Autentic GmbH, a joint venture between Patrick...

A group of sperm whales are clustered together in a star-like formation underwater. Nearby, Patrick, the diver, observes the awe-inspiring scene in the deep blue ocean. Sunlight penetrates the surface, illuminating "Patrick and the whale" for a truly serene view.

Awards & Nominations · August 2022

IMPRESSIVE PERFORMANCE: TERRA MATER STUDIOS FEATURE DOC IN THE OFFICIAL LINE-UP OF THE TORONTO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL 2022

Toronto/Vienna. The official festival line-up is in place for the 2022 TIFF Docs section. “Patrick and the Whale”, a feature...

A large sperm whale swims underwater next to Patrick, a snorkeler holding a camera, capturing the moment. The ocean is a deep blue, and rays of sunlight penetrate the water, highlighting the whale's massive body.

Awards & Nominations · August 2022

TERRA MATER STUDIOS CONTINUE TO SCORE NOMINATIONS: SEVEN FINALISTS FOR PANDA AWARDS 2022

Bristol/Vienna. After having secured a remarkable 10 nominations at the Jackson Wild Media Awards at the beginning of this week, Terra Mater...

Awards & Nominations · August 2022

NOMINATIONS GALORE: TERRA MATER STUDIOS PRODUCTIONS HIGHLY RATED AT THE JACKSON WILD MEDIA AWARDS 2022

Jackson Hole/Vienna. Terra Mater Studios are proud to announce they have received ten nominations at Jackson Wild – widely seen...

A dramatic image of a lion with heterochromatic eyes, one yellow and one blue, set against a dark background. The text "The Bastard King" is overlaid on the lion's face, earning an Honorable Mention at Jackson Wild for its striking visual success.

Awards & Nominations · October 2021

Audible Success & Honorable Mention at Jackson Wild

Jackson Hole/Vienna. On 1 October, the winners of the Jackson Wild Media Awards – regarded as the “Oscars” of the...

Awards & Nominations · September 2021

2021 Jackson Wild Media Awards

August 2021: TMFS are honoured to announce that “The Witness is a Whale” has been named a finalist at the...

Awards & Nominations · April 2021

TMFS YouTube channel nominated for a Webby Award

On April 20, 2021, the International Academy of Digital Arts & Sciences (IADAS) announced the Nominees for “The 25th Annual...

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Awards & Nominations · October 2020

Four Wins for TMFS at Nature Film “Oscars”

On 1 October, the winners of the Jackson Wild Media Awards – regarded as the “Oscars” of the nature film...

Collage featuring a polar bear, musk ox, and caribou under the aurora borealis on snow-covered terrain. A family in winter clothes walks below. Text reads: The Arctic: Our Last Great Wilderness. Explore more in our trailer release at www.ProtectTheArctic.org.

Productions · September 2020

The Arctic: Trailer release

September 2020: Without much further ado: please enjoy the newest trailer for ‘The Arctic: Our Last Great Wilderness’. The release...

A hippo, like an Emmy contender commanding attention, rises above the water with its mouth wide open, displaying its large teeth. Water splashes around as it emerges against a backdrop of blurred greenery, reminiscent of TMFS nominations making a splash in the world of entertainment.

Awards & Nominations · August 2020

A Shower of Nominations for TMFS: Emmy, Jackson Wild, Wildscreen

August 2020: Two Emmy nominations, eleven nominations at Jackson Wild – the world’s most distinguished nature film festival – and...

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Awards & Nominations · May 2020

Peabody Awards: ‘Sea of Shadows’ nominated for outstanding storytelling

Athens, USA/Vienna: The shortlist of 60 nominees for one of the broadcasting industry’s most prestigious prizes was announced on Wednesday,...

A person with a hat sits on a grassy hill beside an IMAX® camera on a tripod, overlooking America's Arctic landscape with a herd of animals in the distance. Snow-capped mountains rise under the clear sky.

Productions · January 2020

‘America’s Arctic’ goes IMAX®

January 2020: Terra Mater Factual Studios are proud to announce their upcoming giant screen documentary ‘America’s Arctic’, distributed by Cosmic...

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Awards & Nominations · October 2019

CCDA & IDA Awards nominations for ‘Sea of Shadows’ ahead of the Academy awards season

October 2019: ‘Sea of Shadows’ continues its successful festival campaign at the four most prestigious US-Documentary Film-Events. The nominees for...

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Awards & Nominations · September 2019

‘Sea of Shadows’ wins US Nature Film ‘Oscar’ at Jackson Wild

Jackson Hole/Vienna. Jackson Wild Media Awards have announced this year’s winners, and Terra Mater Factual Studios are proud to present...

A group of lions, including an adult and several cubs, is swimming in a body of water. The cubs' heads peek above the surface while the adult lion stands partially submerged. This breathtaking scene could earn a spot among the 2019 nominations for the Jackson Wild Media Awards.

Awards & Nominations · August 2019

Jackson Wild Media Awards 2019 nominations revealed

Jackson Hole/Vienna. Jackson Wild Media Awards have announced this year’s nominations, and Terra Mater Factual Studios are proud to see...

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Film Premiere · July 2019

Jane Goodall and Leonardo DiCaprio attend ‘Sea of Shadows’ US-Theatrical Premiere

July 2019 /United States. The Documentary-Thriller ‘Sea of Shadows‘ , directed by Richard Ladkani, produced by Terra Mater Factual Studios...

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Productions · July 2019

Science Pitch Success at Sunny Side of the Doc 2019

June, 2019. Terra Mater Factual Studios are happy to announce their win of the coveted Science Pitch at this year’s...

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Productions · May 2019

Audiences in New York and Dallas impressed by newest feature films

USA/May 2019: The latest Terra Mater Factual Studios feature documentaries ‘Sea of Shadows’ and ‘Watson’ are making waves at high...

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Film Premiere · April 2019

Newest Terra Mater Factual Studios Feature Documentary ‘Watson’ premieres at Tribeca Film Festival

New York City/Vienna: With ‘Watson‘, Terra Mater Factual Studios presents another documentary devoted to the protection of our planet. On...

Corporate · March 2019

Terra Mater Factual Studios and Off the Fence announce collaboration

Vienna/Amsterdam, 14 March 2019: Terra Mater Factual Studios (TMFS), a subsidiary of Red Bull, and Off the Fence B.V. (OTF),...

(L-R) Richard Ladkani, Walter Kohler, Wolfgang Knopfler, , Jack Hutton, Anita Ladkani, Andrea Crosta at the Award Ceremony during the 2019 Sundance Film Festival on February 2, 2019 in Park City, Utah.

Film Premiere · February 2019

Double Success for ‘Sea of Shadows’ at Sundance

February 2019: For our new feature documentary ‘Sea of Shadows’, directed by Richard Ladkani (The Ivory Game), produced by Terra...

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Film Premiere · January 2019

Sundance Premiere: ‘Sea of Shadows’

January 2019: We’re very proud to announce that the latest TMFS Feature Documentary, ‘Sea of Shadows’, just had its sold...

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Productions · January 2019

‘Sea of Shadows’ on Social Media

Sundance Film Festival (Jan 24th to Feb 3rd 2019) is approaching fast and Terra Mater Factual Studios is excited to...

Film Premiere · December 2018

‘Sea of Shadows’ to premiere at Sundance Festival 2019

November 2018: Following the award-winning Netflix original ‘The Ivory Game’, Terra Mater Factual Studios’ latest feature production ‘Sea of Shadows’...

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Awards & Nominations · October 2018

Catching a Festival Fever: Green Screen, Grierson & more

What a wonderful autumnal world: in mid-September, TMFS were happy to receive German Green Screen’s “Best Story”-Award for episode 1...

Awards & Nominations · July 2018

NaturVision: Best Camera award for ephemeral beings: Butterflies!

July 2018: TMFS are most delighted to have received the NaturVision Camera Award for the production ‘Sex, Lies and Butterflies’,...

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Awards & Nominations · July 2018

Wildscreen 2018 nominations

July 2018: Terra Mater Factual Studios are delighted to receive the news of three nominations at the 2018 Wildscreen Festival...

In the wild, a 2018 ROMY-winning scene unfolds with a lion family feasting. The adult male and female flank the cub, who wears a curious expression. Meanwhile, the female licks her lips amid the dry, grassy landscape.

Awards & Nominations · April 2018

The Lions Ruling the 2018 ROMY

On Thursday, April 05th 2018, the ROMY-Academy prizes were awarded at the Grand Hotel Vienna. The ROMY for the “Best...

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Behind the Scenes · January 2018

Behind the Scenes: Into the ‘red zones’ with ‘Chasing Quakes’

Behind the Scenes of: Chasing Quakes. Norcia and Amatrice are two of the towns in the central Italian region which...

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Awards & Nominations · December 2017

Nominations at Österreichischer Filmpreis 2018

TMFS are happy to have been presented with two nominations by the Akademie des Österreichischen Films (Academy of Austrian Film)...

Delighted winners: f.l.t.r.: Wolfgang Knöpfler (Producer Terra Mater Factual Studios), Carole Tomko (Managing Director Vulcan Productions), Richard Ladkani (Director “The Ivory Game“), Sarah Edelson (Head of Development Vulcan Productions), Walter Köhler (CEO Terra Mater Factual Studios)

Awards & Nominations · September 2017

Five Awards for TMFS at the US-Nature Film Oscars

Jackson Hole/Vienna. For the 15th time, awards have been handed out by the prestigious Jackson Hole Wildlife Film Festival, based...

TMFS-CEO Walter Köhler at the award ceremony. © Ole Packschies

Awards & Nominations · September 2017

Triple–Award Win: ‘The Ivory Game’ triumphs at the prestigious GreenScreen Nature Film Festival

Eckernförde/Vienna: On Saturday Night, Viennese production company Terra Mater Factual Studios was honoured within a festive gala for two productions...

Awards & Nominations · August 2017

Success for Terra Mater Factual Studios at the US nature film ’Oscars’

Jackson Hole/Vienna. The prestigious Jackson Hole Wildlife Film Festival has announced this year’s nominations. Terra Mater Factual Studios are proud...

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Awards & Nominations · July 2017

Nominations at the 38th Annual News & Documentary Emmy® Awards

We’re happy to announce that ’David Attenborough’s Light on Earth’ has been nominated in two categories at this year’s News &...

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Awards & Nominations · July 2017

A very special prize by NaturVision Film Festival for ’Islands in Time’

Ludwigsburg, Germany. NaturVision is Germany’s biggest and longest-running nature film festival, focusing on the natural world, wildlife, environment and sustainability....

Awards & Nominations · April 2017

‘The Ivory Game’ wins Beijing International Film Festival

‘The Ivory Game’, an outstanding feature documentary about the illegal ivory trade, was just honoured as ‘Best International Feature Documentary’...

Awards & Nominations · April 2017

A BAFTA-nomination for ‘David Attenborough’s Light on Earth’

TMFS are proud to announce having gained a nomination in the Specialist Factual category of the 2017 BAFTA TV Awards....

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Events · April 2017

Game-Changer Award and Genesis Award: further honours for ‘The Ivory Game’

GAME-CHANGER AWARD Last week, the Tusk Wildlife Gala 2017 took place in New York. It was held by the African...

Walter Köhler, CEO of TMFS, and Sabine Holzer, Head of TV of TMFS, and guests from US and UK

Events · April 2017

Splendid views at Terra Mater Factual Studios’ Dinner in Cannes

Cannes/Mougins. 80 very special guests were invited to Terra Mater Factual Studios’ annual MIPTV-Dinner on Sunday evening. An impressive preview...

Two colorful butterflies gracefully face each other on a thorny green branch against a blurred green background, their wings showcasing vibrant patterns of orange, black, and white.

Behind the Scenes · March 2017

Behind the Scenes: Sex, Lies and Butterflies

Colourful, beautiful, wonderful – butterflies are the gems of our parks and gardens. Currently, TMFS together with Thirteen/WNET are co-producing...

Guest speaker, Mikey Siegel speaks before the audience during the MindGamers: The Experience panel discussion at Red Bull HQ, in Santa Monica, CA, USA on 30 January, 2017.

Events · March 2017

MindGamers: blurring the line between Science and Entertainment

The official US release of grounded sci-fi and mind-bender ‘MindGamers’ is just round the corner. March 28th, 2017 is the...

Richard Ladkani and Walter Köhler at Cinema for Peace Award Gala

Awards & Nominations · February 2017

Cinema for Peace Green Award for ‘The Ivory Game’

‘The Ivory Game’, a capturing feature documentary by Terra Mater Factual Studios covering the worldwide illegal trade of ivory, was...

A mother bear strolls along a rocky path with her cubs trailing closely in the grassy area, as if heading to an annual festival of nature. A seagull observes from afar, while vibrant green foliage paints the backdrop of this timeless event.

Awards & Nominations · December 2016

A Year in Festivals

What’s been going on with TMFS productions and festivals this year? All in all, we’ve received over 100 nominations (107,...

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Awards & Nominations · December 2016

Oscar Chance for Terra Mater Film Studios

‘The Ivory Game’, Vienna-based Terra Mater Film Studios’ investigative documentary feature about global, illegal ivory trade, has made it on...

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Events · November 2016

It’s Festival Season!

November 2016: With autumn in full swing, various international film festivals are currently taking place – and are awarding TMFS...

Premiere at Gartenbaukino © Ludwig Schedl

Film Premiere · November 2016

Full house at ‘The Ivory Game’ premiere in Vienna

November 2016: Thursday, Nov 03rd, 2016 saw more than 700 guests at a fully booked Gartenbaukino Wien for the Austrian...

A soldier in camouflage uniform stands with a rifle, watching a large bonfire of burning elephant tusks. Smoke billows dramatically against the cloudy sky, reminiscent of scenes from an "Oscars of Nature Film," capturing the intensity and emotion worthy of Wildscreen nominations.

Productions · October 2016

Watch the official ‘The Ivory Game’ trailer now!

Terra Mater Film Studios are both happy and proud to announce the release of the official trailer for the award-winning...

Events · October 2016

MIPCOM 2016: What’s the deal?

Cannes, October 2016: The world’s most important TV market, MIPCOM, has just closed its gates in Cannes, France. Productions of...

TMFS representatives, among them CEO Walter Köhler and Head of TV Sabine Holzer, with Sir David Attenborough and delighted production partners.

Awards & Nominations · October 2016

Wildscreen 2016: And the Award goes to…

October 2016: Vienna-based Terra Mater Factual Studios were awarded the Golden Panda Award alongside four other Pandas at yesterday’s spectacular...

A large brown bear, like a newsworthy scene from the 2016 Emmy Awards, sits in a snowy landscape, feasting on an animal carcass by a river. Snow covers the bear's fur and the surrounding area, creating a wintery scene worthy of documentary acclaim.

Awards & Nominations · October 2016

What a win! The News & Documentary Emmy® Awards 2016

October 2016: The News & Documentary Emmy® Awards were handed out in a magnificent ceremony in New York City in...

Glowing green mushrooms with ribbed patterns, reminiscent of living light, grow on a dark piece of wood in a dim environment, creating an ethereal, otherworldly appearance—a vision worthy of 2016's Jackson Hole Science Media Awards.

Awards & Nominations · September 2016

Jackson Hole Science Media Awards 2016: In the Realm of Living Light

September 2016: Boston’s prestigious Jackson Hole Science Media Awards have handed out the grand prix of the festival – the...

At the 2016 GreenScreen Festival, where they dazzled audiences and won the Audience Award, four ostriches sprint across a flat, grassy landscape with their backs turned. Dust trails behind their feet as distant mountains stand under a clear blue sky in the background.

Awards & Nominations · September 2016

GreenScreen Festival 2016: Audience Award

September 2016: The internationally renowned German GreenScreen Festival, now in its tenth edition, has honoured the TMFS-production ‘Ostrich – A...

'The Ivory Game' team: director Kief Davidson, Executive Producer Leonardo DiCaprio and director Richard Ladkani

Film Premiere · September 2016

‘The Ivory Game’ premieres at Telluride and Toronto

September 2016: ‘The Ivory Game’ premieres at Telluride and Toronto: standing ovations at international premiere kicks off global fight to...

Film Premiere · September 2016

‘The Ivory Game’ in official selection at TIFF & Telluride

September 2016: Terra Mater Film Studios is proud to announce the international premiere of our production ‘The Ivory Game’. We...

A person walks on a surface alive with glowing blue bioluminescent organisms, their steps casting a mystical glow in the DARK. It's a scene worthy of Nature Film acclaim, echoing the wonder found in Wildscreen nominations as this breathtaking moment guides them under the starlit sky.

Awards & Nominations · August 2016

Jackson Hole Science Media Awards 2016: two Nominations

August 2016: The prestigious Jackson Hole Science Media Awards, taking place biannually, have recently published their official selection for this...

Golden Emmy Award statue with glowing swirl and text: TMFS celebrates its Five News & Documentary Emmy® Awards Nominations at the 37th Annual ceremony on a dark background.

RetroReport Awards & Nominations · July 2016

Five News & Documentary Emmy® Awards Nominations for TMFS

July 2016: Nominees for the 37th Annual News & Documentary Emmy® Awards announced The nominees for the 37th Annual News...

A person gazes intently at a glowing millipede perched on their finger, set against a dark background, reminiscent of a scene worthy of Wildscreen nominations.

Awards & Nominations · July 2016

The “Oscars” of Nature Film: 5 Wildscreen nominations for TMFS

July 2016: Time to celebrate: the nominations for the 2016 Wildscreen Festival in Bristol, United Kingdom, the most important nature...

Behind the Scenes · April 2016

Behind the scenes: Illuminating work with Sir David Attenborough

Natural History filmer and director of “David Attenborough’s Light on Earth”, Joe Loncraine provides some personal insights into fulfilling a...

A person with closed eyes lies on the grass, cradling a fluffy white vulture chick on their chest, reminiscent of scenes from *Brothers of the Wind*. They wear a patterned sweater. Behind them are rolling hills with patches of snow and a small pond, creating a tranquil mountain scene.

Awards & Nominations · April 2016

Romy Award for “Brothers of the Wind”

April 2016. Terra Mater Factual Studios proudly announce that the feature film production “Brothers of the Wind” received the prestigious Austrian Romy Award for Best...

Corporate · April 2016

MIPTV 2016: Bestseller docs from Terra Mater Factual Studios

April 2016. More than 100 hours of premium history, science and natural history programming sold to broadcasters in the US,...

A brown bear from Terra Mater Factual Studios stands on a snowy landscape, gripping a large fish in its jaws. Its wet and tousled fur gleams under the winter sun as it gazes downward in focus. Snow blankets the ground and surrounding area, reminiscent of scenes admired at MIPCOM 2015 in Cannes.

Corporate · October 2015

MIPCOM 2015, Cannes: Sales record for Terra Mater Factual Studios

October 2015: MIPCOM, Cannes: Sales record for Terra Mater Factual Studios At this year’s MIPCOM in Cannes, the world’s most...

Winners of 2015's NaturVision film festival

Awards & Nominations · July 2015

Great success for TMFS at Germany’s biggest nature film festival

July 2015: Terra Mater honoured with four awards at German NaturVision film festival. This year, Terra Mater productions dominated the...

A person stands on a lawn, proudly holding a red case with a gold medal and an open certificate from the Adult Education Awards. They smile in a gray shirt, surrounded by lush green trees and bushes, embodying the spirit of learning celebrated by TM Wissen.

Awards & Nominations · June 2015

TM Wissen wins at TV Adult Education Awards

June 2015: TMFS is proud to announce that editor-in-chief Markus Mooslechner has been awarded in the category ‘best series’ for...

A person stands confidently under a cloudy sky, wearing a dark shirt and jeans, reminiscent of a scene worthy of Terra Mater productions. They look off into the distance, where the dramatic sky adds depth and atmosphere to the image.

Behind the Scenes · March 2015

Behind the Scenes: Wild Weather with Richard Hammond

Weather as the ultimate force, which surrounds us all the time, gets more closely looked at by the three-part production...

Cameraman Graham Horder filming some of the 1000 Adult scarlet macaws bred at the Experencias Xcaret breeding centre.

Behind the Scenes · December 2014

Behind the Scenes: Planet Parrot – Macaw hatching

Patience was of major importance for the producers of ‘Planet Parrot’, when shooting hatching macaws in Mexico – but in...

Close-up of a painting focusing on the eyes of a person, reminiscent of Terra Mater productions. The image shows intricate details, highlighting the texture and subtle shading around the eyes, suggesting age and artistry in the brushwork. The background is dark, emphasizing the eyes.

Corporate · October 2014

Terra Mater productions selling fast at MIPCOM, Cannes

SBS, Australia’s high-quality public broadcaster, and the Vienna-based high-end documentary production company Terra Mater Factual Studios lay the foundation of...

Director and cameraman Jeff Turner filming a grizzly

Behind the Scenes · October 2014

Behind the Scenes: Wild Canada – A World of Wonders

This four-part documentary presents the breath-taking beauty of Canada’s nature. By displaying several memorable places such as the magical rainforests...

A person smiling inside a small submersible vessel, surrounded by water. The image captures their face through a clear, round window as sunlight filters through the water, creating a serene, Terra Mater-like underwater atmosphere reminiscent of nature films.

Awards & Nominations · September 2014

TMFS win Science Media Award

September 2014: ‘Richard Hammond’s Miracles of Nature’ awarded “best presenter-led programme” at leading science doc festival Science Media Awards in...

Awards & Nominations · August 2014

Terra Mater Factual Studios nominated at the Jackson Hole Science Media Awards

August 2014: Six nominations for Terra Mater Factual Studios’ science docs at the Jackson Hole Science Media Awards. 480 science...

Director and team on the adventurous hunt for images.

Behind the Scenes · July 2014

Behind the Scenes: Nile – The ultimate River

Austrian director Harald Pokieser spent two years on the banks of the Nile – the result is an awe-inspiring, three-part...

A person with a bandana is crouched beside a professional camera at a rocky Brazilian shore, capturing the rugged terrain and tide pools under cloudy skies.

Behind the Scenes · June 2014

Behind the Scenes: Brazil’s Tide Pool Predators

For the opulent and visually stunning series ‘Brazil – A natural History’, one of the directors of photography, Cristian Dimitrius,...

Four people, dressed in outdoor gear with some sporting hats and boots, sit around a campfire in the heart of Asia's Amazon. Nearby, two horses stand calmly among the trees and grass, as if waiting for black-billed capercaillies to join the scene.

Behind the Scenes · May 2014

Behind the Scenes: Asia’s Amazon and the black-billed capercaillies

Writer and director Franz Hafner shares some impressions on shooting the upcoming three-part documentary ‘Asia’s Amazon – The forbidden River’....

Behind the Scenes · May 2014

Behind the Scenes: Killer Whales – Fins of Change

Experienced wildlife-film director Ben Wallis takes the opportunity to share his thoughts on working on a highly dramatic documentary about...

Corporate · April 2014

TMFS launches theatrical label: CineMater

LONDON/VIENNA 09 April, 2014: Terra Mater Factual Studios, a subsidiary of Red Bull Media House, today announced the creation of...

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Awards & Nominations · April 2014

Terra Mater at the New York Festivals: 8 productions awarded

April 2014, New York: 3 gold medals, 5 silver and bronze awards for Terra Mater productions at one of the...

Behind the Scenes · March 2014

Behind the Scenes: Guadalquivir – The great River

The Terra Mater Factual Studios and Wanda Films co-production ‘Guadalquivir – The great River’ left producer José María Morales with...

People are seated and standing around a studio space, some engrossed in an 'Unnatural Selection' screen displaying an animal in motion. The setting has a casual atmosphere, with visible equipment suggesting a behind-the-scenes glimpse into an informal planning session.

Behind the Scenes · March 2014

Behind the Scenes: Unnatural Selection

Sarah Whalley, who, together with Steve Nicholls, produced and directed the documentary, shares her and the team’s experience when it...

Behind the Scenes · February 2014

Behind the Scenes: Namibia’s Desert Kingdom

Director Mike Birkhead was happy to share some insights and stories about working on the production ‘Namibia’s Desert Kingdom’, a...

Poster for *The Way of the Eagle* showcases large text with an eagle silhouette forming part of the letter E. Faces of a young boy and award-winning actor Jean Reno are partially visible. Names Manuel Camacho and Jean Reno appear above. Release date: January 2015.

Productions · February 2014

Award-winning actor Jean Reno joins the cast of ‘The Way of the Eagle’

Red Bull Media House’s Terra Mater Studios have secured Award-winning actor Jean Reno to play the role of Danzer in...

Close-up photo of a toucan's head, showcasing its vivid orange and yellow beak, blue eye, and black and white plumage. The blurred shades of blue in the background emphasize the bird's striking colors, reflecting the vibrant beauty of Brazil's tropical habitats.

Corporate · January 2014

Terra Mater and polyband: cooperation in Benelux

Terra Mater Factual Studios and polyband Medien GmbH (polyband) have agreed a multiannual partnership for the Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg....

A shiny gold trophy with ornate handles sits on a wooden table, gleaming like the ultimate prize. The background is softly blurred with warm glowing lights and wooden paneling, creating a celebratory and elegant ambiance reminiscent of grand festival news.

Awards & Nominations · January 2014

Prizes galore / Festival News and Reviews

2014 After a most successful year 2013, 2014 was kicked off by the Science Film Festival (Theme 2013: Energy and...

A group of zebras stands together in an open grassy field, their distinct stripes contrasting against the lush green. Dust rises as two zebras in the center rear up, playfully sparring, while others surround them with a backdrop of a distant horizon under a clear sky.

Behind the Scenes · December 2013

Behind the Scenes: Dust and Stripes

The current entry in the ‘Behind the Scenes’-cycle was written by Robyn Keene-Young, producer and writer of the award-winning natural...

A group of white cockatoos, resembling lively parrots with their yellow crests, stand on vibrant green grass in a city park. Skyscrapers rise against the clear blue sky in the background. One cockatoo takes center stage, making eye contact with the camera.

Behind the Scenes · December 2013

Behind the Scenes: Planet Parrot

To shoot some of the most colourful birds, for the production ‘Planet Parrot’ Producer Matt Hamilton and his team went...

Close-up of a brown bear with wet fur, small icicles hanging from its ears and whiskers. The bear's eyes are focused and intense against a blurred, snowy background, showcasing the untamed beauty of Wild Canada.

Behind the Scenes · November 2013

Behind the Scenes: Wild Canada

Read about director Ben Wallis’ personal experience of a shooting mission with cameraman Justin Maguire for the four-part production ‘Wild...

The cover of Terra Mater Magazine, a German Lead Award winner, showcases a person in traditional attire amidst a misty green forest. The magazine's title is elegantly displayed at the top in white text, adding to the serene and captivating scene.

Terra Mater Magazine · October 2013

Terra Mater Magazine awarded with prestigous German Lead Award

On September 13, 2013, Terra Mater, the nature and science magazine from Red Bull Media House Publishing GmbH, was awarded...

A close-up of a tropical pitcher plant with a large, curved lip showcases nature's artistry. The vibrant red and green colors highlight the deep, liquid-filled trap, as these plants, behaving badly by trapping unsuspecting prey, stand proudly among the forest floor foliage.

Behind the Scenes · October 2013

Behind the Scenes: Plants behaving badly

For shooting the documentary ‘Plants behaving badly’ the crew around director Steve Nicholls also travelled to Borneo – and had...

Awards & Nominations · September 2013

Terra Mater wins at Jackson Hole – Success at the US-Nature Film-‘Oscars’

The three-episode Terra Mater co-production ‘Richard Hammond’s Miracles of Nature’ prevailed against strong competitors and has won in the category...

A close-up of a young dingo lying on the ground, gazing directly at the camera. Its large ears are perked up, and its fur is a mix of reddish-brown and light tan, blending with the earthy background.

Behind the Scenes · September 2013

Behind the Scenes: The real Dingo

About the Documentary ‘The real Dingo’ shows how the dingo – like its ancestor the wolf – uses teamwork, calculation...

A lion moves calmly in a grassy field while two people observe from within a fenced enclosure. The man covers his ears, and the woman stands next to him wearing sunglasses. Behind the scenes, a camera operator is partially visible behind them.

Behind the Scenes · August 2013

Behind the Scenes: Lions on the Move

About filming in general and living in a cage Filming took place several days a month between July 2012 and...

Awards & Nominations · August 2013

Huge Success for Terra Mater Factual Studios at the US-Nature Film-‘Oscars’

After the announcement of the finalists of one of the most prestigious Nature Film Festivals in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, Terra...

A bearded man holds a microphone, speaking to a group of people at the 2013 Summer Party. The crowd listens attentively, some standing and others seated, as they enjoy the TMFS event. Glass doors and greenery provide a serene backdrop to this lively gathering.

Events · June 2013

TMFS Summer Party 2013

Third time’s the charm: while in the previous year the rain poured down, 2013 offered better meteorological perspectives for a...

Elderly man with a white beard and mustache, reminiscent of Hans Hass, wearing a dark suit, looks thoughtfully into the distance. He has a solemn expression, with a blurred background that suggests an indoor setting.

Photo Soucer: Kurier.at Team · June 2013

Hans Hass, 23.01.1919 – 16.06.2013

It is with great sadness that I learned of the passing of Professor Hans Hass, one of the most exceptional...

Two motorcyclists in racing gear speed across a desert landscape, reminiscent of the legendary Paris and Dakar. Dust swirls around as a blurred figure captures the action with a camera, while an off-road vehicle lingers in the background.

Productions · May 2013

Best Of: ‘Africa Race – Two Brothers between Paris and Dakar’

It has been the biggest adventure of their lives. Two brothers, Tobias Moretti and Gregor Bloéb have revived the original...

As the sun sets over Stonehenge, the large standing stones create a mesmerizing silhouette in a circular formation on the grassy field. The partly cloudy sky enhances the dramatic scene, casting long shadows that seem to mysteriously bring back echoes of the past.

Film Premiere · May 2013

German-language premiere: ’Stonehenge – Bringing back the Dead’

Wednesday, 22nd May, 2013 sees the german-language premiere of the Terra Mater Factual Studios/Oxford Scientific Films/Channel4 co-production ’Stonehenge – Bringing...

In a softly lit restaurant, a table set for dining showcases a menu labeled Terra Mater Factual Studios, alongside reviewed selections from MIPTV 2013. The arrangement features a blue candle holder with a glowing candle, elegant glassware, cutlery, and a water bottle on a pristine white tablecloth.

Events · May 2013

Reviewed: MIPTV 2013

MIPTV’s 50th edition was held from 08-11th April, 2013 in the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès – an already...

Two motorcyclists in racing gear stand next to their bikes in front of the Eiffel Tower, exuding reel feelings as they smile for a factual entertainment series. The sky is overcast and trees without leaves are visible in the background, setting the scene for this lively event.

Productions · February 2013

Factual Entertainment Series: Reel Feelings

The fact that Terra Mater Factual Studios is producing docusoaps does not imply that the result should be considered “dirty”...

A vibrant green and blue hummingbird, one of nature's jewelled messengers, perched gracefully on a thin branch against a blurred green background.

Awards & Nominations · November 2012

‘Hummingbirds’ flying high

As one of the first in-house productions of the Terra Mater Factual Studios since their founding in the beginning of...

Two people proudly stand together, holding an award that celebrates their success. They are smiling in front of a backdrop featuring logos for Wildscreen 2012, BBC Earth, and Discovery.

Awards & Nominations · October 2012

Success at Wildscreen 2012

And the “Green Oscar” goes to: Terra Mater Factual Studios Vienna, October 2012 – Great success for Terra Mater Factual...

Three people stand outdoors, smiling and holding trophies, as a banner for Terra Mater Factual Studios hangs behind them. Trees and greenery surround the winners, whose joy reminds us of the infectious energy found in hits of 2012.

Awards & Nominations · October 2012

Hits of 2012

Terra Mater notches up a Festival Success Vienna, October 2012 – ‘You, Planet – An Exploration in 3D‘ is a...

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