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Mediawan CEO 'understands Canal+'s annoyance' amid dispute

From Libération · () French

Translated from French, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Mediawan CEO Pierre-Antoine Capton stated he understands Canal+'s "annoyance" amid a dispute over editorial independence.
  • Capton asserted that the billionaire owner of Canal+ does not pressure him regarding editorial choices or guests on his shows.
  • He expressed a desire for appeasement in the ongoing tensions between the production company and the broadcaster.

Pierre-Antoine Capton, CEO of Mediawan, acknowledged Canal+'s "annoyance" in an ongoing dispute, while also seeking to de-escalate tensions. The producer of popular television shows, some aired on Canal+, addressed the situation during a meeting organized by the Association des journalistes médias (AJM).

Capton assured attendees that he experiences no pressure from the billionaire owner of Canal+, Vincent Bolloré, concerning his editorial decisions or the selection of guests for his programs. This statement comes amidst concerns about Mediawan's editorial independence and its relationship with the broadcaster.

"I understand the annoyance," Capton said, referring to Canal+'s reaction. He emphasized his commitment to maintaining editorial integrity and expressed a desire for a more appeasing atmosphere moving forward. The producer aims to navigate the complexities of their professional relationship while upholding journalistic standards.

I understand the annoyance

— Pierre-Antoine CaptonReferring to Canal+'s reaction amid the dispute.
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Originally published by Libération in French. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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