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Welcome to Global Breakouts, Deadline’s fortnightly strand in which we shine a spotlight on the TV shows and films killing it in their local territories. The industry is as globalized as it’s ever been, but breakout hits are appearing in pockets of the world all the time and it can be hard to keep track. So we’re going to do the hard work for you.

To New Zealand we head for a gripping series that deals with themes of betrayal, redemption, ageing and sexism, which has been making waves locally. Starring Robyn Malcolm and Peter Mullan, After the Party showcases New Zealand production at its very best. With a number of big deals across the line, including to the UK’s Channel 4, this one could be coming to a small screen near you soon.

Name: After the Party

Country: New Zealand

Producer: Lingo Pictures & Luminous Beast...

Writers: Matthew Grainger, Jonathan King Directors: Peter Burger Cast: Jason Behr, Mia Blake, David Fane, Robbie Magasiva, Caroline Cheong, Michael Hurst, Nathaniel Lees Rating: R Studio: Sony Release Date: June 24, 2008 I really didn’t know how I felt about having to review a movie called The Tattooist. I’m not one of those people who think tattoos are bad. I’m also [...]Sharethis.addEntry({ title: "DVD Review: The Tattooist", url: "http://www.literaryillusions.com/LIreviews/2008/06/27/dvd-review-the-tattooist/" });...

Sony Pictures Home Entertainment has announced The Tattooist (review) on DVD, which stars nm0004736 autoJason Behr[/link], nm1632485 autoMia Blake[/link], and nm0403628 autoMichael Hurst[/link]. DVD Active reports that the nm0127310 autoPeter Burger[/link] directed horror will be available to own on June 24th and should retail at around $24.94. The film itself will be presented in 1.78:1 anamorphic widescreen, along with an English Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround track. Extras will include a commentary with Director nm0127310 autoPeter Burger[/link] and Actor nm0004736 autoJason Behr[/link], 5 featurettes (Behind the Scenes, Behind the Tattoo Designs, The Colors of The Tattooist, Real Life Samoan Tattoo, Becoming a Chief) and deleted scenes. "Tattooist" casts Behr as a tattoo artist who becomes fascinated by the Samoan tatau tradition, but his desire to learn the ancient skill brings him into conflict and danger with the island mysticism and a deadly spirit is released as a result.