Channel 4 rather than Netflix is ‘proud parent’ of Adolescence, says news boss
by Michael Savage Media editor from World news | The Guardian on (#6ZEH3)
Louisa Compton accuses Netflix of being TV tourists' and benefitting from talent developed over many years'
A senior Channel 4 figure has accused Netflix of acting like TV tourists" with the internationally acclaimed show Adolescence.
Louisa Compton, the head of news and current affairs at the broadcaster, said Channel 4 was the proud parents" of the runaway hit. She said rather than nurture British TV talent, Netflix had benefited from talent developed over many years by Channel 4 and other public service broadcasters.
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