VeneMovies on Comcast.

Venevision International announced that its VeneMovies channel has launched on Comcast cable systems.

“The Cisneros Group sees VeneMovies as another new opportunity that will benefit from the Group’s extensive experience in serving the needs of the Hispanic consumer and leveraging our diverse media assets. Supported by our Venevision International subsidiary, the leading and most diversified entertainment company in the Hispanic market, VeneMovies will benefit from its association with what has become a powerful media conglomerate,” said Gustavo Cisneros, Chairman of the Cisneros Group. “This is also another example of the revolution taking place in American culture and business that reflects the growing importance of the U.S.-Hispanic market and our deep commitment and involvement in its growth,” Mr. Cisneros said.

“We are pleased and excited to be joining forces with Comcast, the nation’s leading provider of cable entertainment, to launch a channel that supports and promotes the Latin film industry,” said Luis Villanueva, President & CEO of Venevision International. “We see VeneMovies as a prime destination for all movie lovers and a window for Latino film talent to show their exciting new work,” he said. “Ourslogan: “Enjoy It With Pride” reflects our commitment to showcasing to U.S. viewers the power and artistic excellence of the world of Spanish-language film,” Mr. Villanueva said. “The channel is also designed to appeal to all the varied nationalities that comprise the U.S.-Hispanic market, offering films of different genres (action, Romance, drama, comedy) from every Spanish-speaking country,” he added.