Les Productions Avanti Ciné Vidéo Inc : Founded in 1989, Avanti Ciné Vidéo has become one of the most dynamic production companies in Quebec. The television producer distinguishes itself by the diversity, originality and quality of its programs, which are broadcast on major networks. Several of its concepts have been successfully exported abroad, including the cult series Un gars, une fille, which has been sold in over 23 countries. Since its inception, Avanti Ciné Vidéo has grown steadily and has won a considerable number of awards, including numerous Gémeaux and Félix awards. Since 2000, Avanti Ciné Vidéo has been under the presidency of Mr. Luc Wiseman, who is the sole shareholder of the company. Luc Wiseman's primary vocation is to produce quality programs that contribute to the reputation of Quebec's television production expertise. He has surrounded himself with a solid team of content producers: Jean-Pierre Plante, Dominick Trudeau, Claude Maher and Monic Lamoureux. The types of productions include documentaries, dramas, game shows, youth programs, magazine/variety shows, and more. Some titles produced by the company are: Smash (5-episode, 60-minute comedy-drama), 2003; 3 x rien (26-episode, 30-minute comedy-drama), 2002-2003; Catherine (111-episode, 30-minute sitcom, and 3 60-minute specials), 1999 to 2003; Un gars, une fille (130-episode, 30-minute comedy), 1997 to 2003; Chick'n Swell (43-episode, 30-minute comedy), 2000 to 2003; Les Détecteurs de mensonges (game show, 900 episodes, approx. 30 minutes), 1990 to 1993, and 1999 to 2001; Piment fort (game show, 1297 episodes, 30 minutes), 1993 to 2001; Willie (drama series, 5 episodes, 60 minutes), 2000; and La Petite vie (comedy, 61 episodes, 30 minutes), 1993 to 1999. The company's management team includes: Luc Wiseman, President; Monic Lamoureux, General Manager; Patricia Blais, Executive Director; Jean-Pierre Plante, Content Producer; Claude Maher, Content Producer; Dominick Trudeau, Content Producer; Nelson Harvey, Content Producer; Jocelyne Marquis, Content Producer; and Sylvie Roy, Associate Producer.
