Exclusive: Participant has partnered with TelevisaUnivision’s Pantelion Films and 3Pas Studios on Radical, the Eugenio Derbez-led film written and directed by Chris Zalla. Radical will be released in U.S. and Mexico theaters on October 20. Additionally, international sales have been made in several territories including the UK, Germany and Australia.
Radical will be distributed in the U.S. by Paul Presburger and Edward Allen’s Miercoles Entertainment on behalf of Pantelion Films. The announcement arrives following the film’s successful turn at the Sundance Film Festival where it earned the “Festival Favorite Award” from a field of 111 films.
“We are so excited to bring Radical to as wide an audience as possible, giving us the opportunity to share this powerful story with both Eugenio’s massive core audience as well as the specialty market. To reach these very different markets and audiences, we could not be more thrilled...
Radical will be distributed in the U.S. by Paul Presburger and Edward Allen’s Miercoles Entertainment on behalf of Pantelion Films. The announcement arrives following the film’s successful turn at the Sundance Film Festival where it earned the “Festival Favorite Award” from a field of 111 films.
“We are so excited to bring Radical to as wide an audience as possible, giving us the opportunity to share this powerful story with both Eugenio’s massive core audience as well as the specialty market. To reach these very different markets and audiences, we could not be more thrilled...
- 7/11/2023
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Participant has formed a people and culture department that will operate with Danice Woodley at the helm of continued efforts to facilitate an inclusive workplace and produce equitable content.
The new department is a product of merging Participant’s former human resources and culture and values departments, which Woodley is being promoted to lead as executive vice president. Woodley will now report to Participant COO Gabriel Brakin.
“Participant is an excellent company to work for, with an unflagging commitment to impact and equity as central to our work and a genuine, core tenet of our mission and purpose,” Woodley said. “With the creation of this new department, we will powerfully reaffirm this commitment to our core principles, as we build a team that empowers and supports a diverse, inclusive, equitable workforce that continues to produce some of the most successful, impactful, and inspiring content in the industry today.”
Woodley’s...
The new department is a product of merging Participant’s former human resources and culture and values departments, which Woodley is being promoted to lead as executive vice president. Woodley will now report to Participant COO Gabriel Brakin.
“Participant is an excellent company to work for, with an unflagging commitment to impact and equity as central to our work and a genuine, core tenet of our mission and purpose,” Woodley said. “With the creation of this new department, we will powerfully reaffirm this commitment to our core principles, as we build a team that empowers and supports a diverse, inclusive, equitable workforce that continues to produce some of the most successful, impactful, and inspiring content in the industry today.”
Woodley’s...
- 11/17/2022
- by Katie Reul
- Variety Film + TV
National Geographic Documentary Films on Monday announced its acquisition of Oscar-nominated director Matthew Heineman’s documentary The First Wave, a ground-level view inside a New York hospital as the city battled the initial explosion of Covid-19.
The vérité-style film, from Participant and Heineman’s Our Time Projects, will be released in theaters by Neon later this year, followed by a worldwide premiere on National Geographic. Heineman, a Primetime Emmy winner and two-time DGA Award winner, embedded with health care workers at Long Island Jewish Medical Center in Queens, capturing the devastating impact of the pandemic from March through June 2020.
“The First Wave spotlights the everyday heroes at the epicenter of Covid-19 as they come together to fight one of the greatest threats the world has ever encountered,” National Geographic noted. “With poignancy and intimacy, the film unflinchingly bears witness to the unseen reality of a hospital overwhelmed by Covid—the...
The vérité-style film, from Participant and Heineman’s Our Time Projects, will be released in theaters by Neon later this year, followed by a worldwide premiere on National Geographic. Heineman, a Primetime Emmy winner and two-time DGA Award winner, embedded with health care workers at Long Island Jewish Medical Center in Queens, capturing the devastating impact of the pandemic from March through June 2020.
“The First Wave spotlights the everyday heroes at the epicenter of Covid-19 as they come together to fight one of the greatest threats the world has ever encountered,” National Geographic noted. “With poignancy and intimacy, the film unflinchingly bears witness to the unseen reality of a hospital overwhelmed by Covid—the...
- 3/29/2021
- by Matthew Carey
- Deadline Film + TV
Nat Geo has acquired the rights to “The First Wave,” a documentary about the fight against Covid-19 inside a New York City hospital, from “Cartel Land” director Matthew Heineman.
National Geographic Documentary Films is partnering with Neon, Participant and Our Time Projects on the release. Neon will release “The First Wave” to theaters later this year, prior to its premiere on National Geographic in 172 countries and 43 languages worldwide.
Heineman’s film is set inside Long Island Jewish Medical Center in Queens, one of the hardest hit hospitals in all of New York City. The film takes a cinema vérité, character-driven look at the “first wave” of the virus’ effect on the city during the first few harrowing months, with Heineman embedding himself among healthcare workers from March-June 2020.
With “The First Wave,” Heineman hoped to capture the unseen reality of a hospital overwhelmed by the pandemic, as well as the emotional...
National Geographic Documentary Films is partnering with Neon, Participant and Our Time Projects on the release. Neon will release “The First Wave” to theaters later this year, prior to its premiere on National Geographic in 172 countries and 43 languages worldwide.
Heineman’s film is set inside Long Island Jewish Medical Center in Queens, one of the hardest hit hospitals in all of New York City. The film takes a cinema vérité, character-driven look at the “first wave” of the virus’ effect on the city during the first few harrowing months, with Heineman embedding himself among healthcare workers from March-June 2020.
With “The First Wave,” Heineman hoped to capture the unseen reality of a hospital overwhelmed by the pandemic, as well as the emotional...
- 3/29/2021
- by Brian Welk
- The Wrap
In today’s film news roundup, SXSW winner “Saint Frances” gets a home, Kyle Chandler gets cast, Jeannine Tang gets promoted, and the La Film School honors its graduates.
Acquisition
Oscilloscope Laboratories has acquired U.S. rights to SXSW winner “Saint Frances,” written by and starring Kelly O’Sullivan.
The film premiered at the 2019 SXSW Film Festival and won the Audience Award in the narrative feature competition as well as a special jury recognition for breakthrough voice.
Oscilloscope will release the film in theaters before a roll out to digital platforms. O’Sullivan plays a flailing 34-year-old who lands a much-needed job nannying six-year-old Frances (played by Ramona Edith-Williams), but an unwanted pregnancy introduces an unexpected complication.
The film was produced by James Choi, Pierce Cravens, Ian Keiser, Eddie Linker, and Raphael Nash. Ryan Kampe of Visit Films negotiated the sale on behalf of the filmmakers.
Casting
Kyle Chandler will...
Acquisition
Oscilloscope Laboratories has acquired U.S. rights to SXSW winner “Saint Frances,” written by and starring Kelly O’Sullivan.
The film premiered at the 2019 SXSW Film Festival and won the Audience Award in the narrative feature competition as well as a special jury recognition for breakthrough voice.
Oscilloscope will release the film in theaters before a roll out to digital platforms. O’Sullivan plays a flailing 34-year-old who lands a much-needed job nannying six-year-old Frances (played by Ramona Edith-Williams), but an unwanted pregnancy introduces an unexpected complication.
The film was produced by James Choi, Pierce Cravens, Ian Keiser, Eddie Linker, and Raphael Nash. Ryan Kampe of Visit Films negotiated the sale on behalf of the filmmakers.
Casting
Kyle Chandler will...
- 8/15/2019
- by Dave McNary
- Variety Film + TV
Participant Media has promoted Jeannine Tang to General Counsel, where she will be tasked with overseeing all business and legal affairs for the production company behind Netflix’s Roma and When They See Us and Oscar Best Picture winners Spotlight and Green Book.
Tang, who joined Participant in January 2018 as Svp Business and Legal Affairs from The Weinstein Company, will report to Participant COO Gabriel Brakin.
“Jeannine has been a tremendous asset to Participant since joining the company, leveraging her extensive knowledge and expertise,” Brakin said Wednesday. “She has proven to be an instinctive leader, and I am excited to have her lead this dynamic team as they lay the foundation for creating impactful content for audiences worldwide.”
As Svp, Tang has overseen business and legal affairs for Participant’s TV slate that includes Netflix’s Emmy-nominated When They See Us, and has lead production and financing negotiations on upcoming...
Tang, who joined Participant in January 2018 as Svp Business and Legal Affairs from The Weinstein Company, will report to Participant COO Gabriel Brakin.
“Jeannine has been a tremendous asset to Participant since joining the company, leveraging her extensive knowledge and expertise,” Brakin said Wednesday. “She has proven to be an instinctive leader, and I am excited to have her lead this dynamic team as they lay the foundation for creating impactful content for audiences worldwide.”
As Svp, Tang has overseen business and legal affairs for Participant’s TV slate that includes Netflix’s Emmy-nominated When They See Us, and has lead production and financing negotiations on upcoming...
- 8/14/2019
- by Patrick Hipes
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Federal judges are withdrawing from the gerrymandering debate, but Magnolia Pictures is jumping in. Magnolia has acquired North American rights to Slay the Dragon from Participant Media with an eye toward a spring 2020 theatrical release for the timely gerrymandering documentary.
The documentary directed by Barak Goodman and Chris Durrance could hardly have more urgency given the ruling Thursday by the U.S. Supreme Court that federal judges must stay out of gerrymandering disputes, a decision that effectively gives state legislatures unfettered authority to redraw electoral maps as a tactic for consolidating political power. The ruling split the court (5-4 for the conservative majority) and gives a major advantage to the incumbent party that is currently in power in each state’s legislature.
Of the 49 states with a bicameral system (Nebraska has a unicameral legislature with members elected on a nonpartisan basis), the Gop holds sway in 30 states, making the...
The documentary directed by Barak Goodman and Chris Durrance could hardly have more urgency given the ruling Thursday by the U.S. Supreme Court that federal judges must stay out of gerrymandering disputes, a decision that effectively gives state legislatures unfettered authority to redraw electoral maps as a tactic for consolidating political power. The ruling split the court (5-4 for the conservative majority) and gives a major advantage to the incumbent party that is currently in power in each state’s legislature.
Of the 49 states with a bicameral system (Nebraska has a unicameral legislature with members elected on a nonpartisan basis), the Gop holds sway in 30 states, making the...
- 6/28/2019
- by Geoff Boucher
- Deadline Film + TV
Company enjoying sensational awards season run.
Participant Media, on a roll with 17 Oscar nominations earlier this week for Roma, Green Book and Rbg, has promoted Christina Kounelias to president of worldwide marketing, Krista Wegener to executive vice-president, and Gabriel Brakin to COO.
All three executives will continue to report to Participant CEO David Linde.
Brakin previously served as general counsel and executive vice president of business affairs and will oversee company-wide business operations, deal-making, and corporate and legal affairs. He will also coordinate Participant’s long-term strategy as it relates to the overall mission of championing entertainment that engages and...
Participant Media, on a roll with 17 Oscar nominations earlier this week for Roma, Green Book and Rbg, has promoted Christina Kounelias to president of worldwide marketing, Krista Wegener to executive vice-president, and Gabriel Brakin to COO.
All three executives will continue to report to Participant CEO David Linde.
Brakin previously served as general counsel and executive vice president of business affairs and will oversee company-wide business operations, deal-making, and corporate and legal affairs. He will also coordinate Participant’s long-term strategy as it relates to the overall mission of championing entertainment that engages and...
- 1/25/2019
- by Jeremy Kay
- ScreenDaily
Exclusive: After finishing a year in which it backed awards bait films Roma, Green Book, Rbg and America To Me, and starting 2019 with American Factory and The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind premiering here at Sundance, Participant Media has elevated three of its key executives. Christina Kounelias has been elevated to President of Worldwide Marketing; Krista Wegener has been upped to Executive Vice President and continues to lead Sales and Distribution for Participant; and Gabriel Brakin has been elevated to Chief Operating Officer. All three executives will continue to report to Participant CEO David Linde.
Brakin previously served as General Counsel and Executive Vice President of Business Affairs, and in his new role will oversee company-wide business operations, deal-making, as well as corporate and legal affairs for Participant’s overall long-term strategic plan. He will also be responsible for driving the overall integration and functionality of Participant’s mandate to...
Brakin previously served as General Counsel and Executive Vice President of Business Affairs, and in his new role will oversee company-wide business operations, deal-making, as well as corporate and legal affairs for Participant’s overall long-term strategic plan. He will also be responsible for driving the overall integration and functionality of Participant’s mandate to...
- 1/25/2019
- by Mike Fleming Jr
- Deadline Film + TV
Participant Media, which is on a roll with best picture Oscar nominations for Roma and Green Book and a feature documentary nomination for Rbg, announced three exec promotions from within its ranks today.
Gabriel Brakin, who previously served as general counsel and exec vp business affairs, has been named chief operating officer; Christina Kounelias, executive vp worldwide marketing and communications, has been elevated to president of worldwide marketing; and Krista Wegener, senior vp sales and distribution, has been promoted to executive vp sales and distribution. All three will continue to report to Participant CEO David Linde.
“I ...
Gabriel Brakin, who previously served as general counsel and exec vp business affairs, has been named chief operating officer; Christina Kounelias, executive vp worldwide marketing and communications, has been elevated to president of worldwide marketing; and Krista Wegener, senior vp sales and distribution, has been promoted to executive vp sales and distribution. All three will continue to report to Participant CEO David Linde.
“I ...
- 1/25/2019
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Participant Media, which is on a roll with best picture Oscar nominations for Roma and Green Book and a feature documentary nomination for Rbg, announced three exec promotions from within its ranks today.
Gabriel Brakin, who previously served as general counsel and exec vp business affairs, has been named chief operating officer; Christina Kounelias, executive vp worldwide marketing and communications, has been elevated to president of worldwide marketing; and Krista Wegener, senior vp sales and distribution, has been promoted to executive vp sales and distribution. All three will continue to report to Participant CEO David Linde.
“I ...
Gabriel Brakin, who previously served as general counsel and exec vp business affairs, has been named chief operating officer; Christina Kounelias, executive vp worldwide marketing and communications, has been elevated to president of worldwide marketing; and Krista Wegener, senior vp sales and distribution, has been promoted to executive vp sales and distribution. All three will continue to report to Participant CEO David Linde.
“I ...
- 1/25/2019
- The Hollywood Reporter - Film + TV
Netflix has picked up global rights (excluding Japan, China and UK free TV rights) to Chiwetel Ejiofor’s (12 Year’s A Slave) directorial debut The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind.
Ejiofor scripted the British film, which is based on the book of the same name by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer. Maxwell Simba stars with Ejiofor in the Malawi-shot story about a boy who can’t afford to go to school but dreams of building a windmill to save his village from famine.
Potboiler’s Andrea Calderwood and Gail Egan produce; executive producers including Joe Oppenheimer, Rose Garnett, Natascha Wharton, Jeff Skoll, Jonathan King, Phil Hunt, Compton Ross, Peter Hampden and Norman Merry.
The film will launch in 2019 on Netflix and in select cinemas in the U.S. and UK. Backing came from BFI and BBC Films with Head Gear, Metrol Technology and LipSync, in partnership with Participant Media. Cornerstone was the international sales agent.
Ejiofor scripted the British film, which is based on the book of the same name by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer. Maxwell Simba stars with Ejiofor in the Malawi-shot story about a boy who can’t afford to go to school but dreams of building a windmill to save his village from famine.
Potboiler’s Andrea Calderwood and Gail Egan produce; executive producers including Joe Oppenheimer, Rose Garnett, Natascha Wharton, Jeff Skoll, Jonathan King, Phil Hunt, Compton Ross, Peter Hampden and Norman Merry.
The film will launch in 2019 on Netflix and in select cinemas in the U.S. and UK. Backing came from BFI and BBC Films with Head Gear, Metrol Technology and LipSync, in partnership with Participant Media. Cornerstone was the international sales agent.
- 11/14/2018
- by Andreas Wiseman
- Deadline Film + TV
Chiwetel Ejiofor’s directorial debut, “The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind,” has landed at Netflix. The streaming giant has the British star’s film globally with the exception of China, where it does not have a service, Japan, and the U.K., where the free-tv rights are with the BBC.
Based on the bestselling book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer, the film follows 13-year-old boy William, played by newcomer Maxwell Simba, who finds a way to save his village in Malawi from famine. The true story was the subject of a documentary that played at SXSW in 2013, “William and the Windmill.”
Ejiofor (“12 Years a Slave”) wrote the screenplay and plays William’s father in the movie, which was shot in Malawi. “A global story such as this requires a global platform, and I’m thrilled to be working with Netflix on bringing William’s extraordinary tale of determination and inventiveness to audiences worldwide,...
Based on the bestselling book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer, the film follows 13-year-old boy William, played by newcomer Maxwell Simba, who finds a way to save his village in Malawi from famine. The true story was the subject of a documentary that played at SXSW in 2013, “William and the Windmill.”
Ejiofor (“12 Years a Slave”) wrote the screenplay and plays William’s father in the movie, which was shot in Malawi. “A global story such as this requires a global platform, and I’m thrilled to be working with Netflix on bringing William’s extraordinary tale of determination and inventiveness to audiences worldwide,...
- 11/14/2018
- by Stewart Clarke
- Variety Film + TV
HBO Documentary Films has acquired worldwide TV and streaming rights to Participant Media and Emerson Collective’s documentary feature Foster, from Oscar-winning filmmakers Deborah Oppenheimer and Mark Jonathan Harris (HBO’s Into the Arms of Strangers: Stories of the Kindertransport). The Sabine Films production, which recently had its world premiere at AFI Docs Film Festival in Washington, D.C., will debut on HBO in 2019.
In the docu, Oppenheimer and Harris upend myths about foster care. There are currently more than 400,000 children in foster care in the U.S., a number that continues to grow each year, according to the filmmakers. Drawing on unprecedented access, Foster traces a complex path through the Los Angeles Department of Children and Family Services, interweaving first-hand stories of those navigating the system with insights from social workers, advocates and others working in the justice system.
In addition, Participant Media is developing a social impact campaign...
In the docu, Oppenheimer and Harris upend myths about foster care. There are currently more than 400,000 children in foster care in the U.S., a number that continues to grow each year, according to the filmmakers. Drawing on unprecedented access, Foster traces a complex path through the Los Angeles Department of Children and Family Services, interweaving first-hand stories of those navigating the system with insights from social workers, advocates and others working in the justice system.
In addition, Participant Media is developing a social impact campaign...
- 8/23/2018
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Hot docs sell in Park City.
Magnolia Pictures and Participant Media have acquired worldwide rights from CNN Films to Rbg, while Neon scored its fourth deal of the festival, taking North America from Submarine to Three Identical Strangers, and Gunpowder & Sky took Hearts Beat Loud.
Magnolia Pictures and Participant Media picked up worldwide rights including theatrical, home video, Svod, and international television to Rbg, which CNN Films retains for Us broadcast.
Betsy West and Julie Cohen of Storyville Films directed Rbg, which debuted in Doc Premieres on Sunday and chronicles the life and legal legacy of the Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
Storyville Films and CNN Films produced the film, which chronicles the Supreme Court Justice’s personal and professional battles, her pioneering work for women and minorities, and her decade-long romance with her late husband.
Stacey Wolf, vice-president of business affairs for CNN Worldwide, brokered the deal with John and Eric Sloss of Cinetic Media on behalf...
Magnolia Pictures and Participant Media have acquired worldwide rights from CNN Films to Rbg, while Neon scored its fourth deal of the festival, taking North America from Submarine to Three Identical Strangers, and Gunpowder & Sky took Hearts Beat Loud.
Magnolia Pictures and Participant Media picked up worldwide rights including theatrical, home video, Svod, and international television to Rbg, which CNN Films retains for Us broadcast.
Betsy West and Julie Cohen of Storyville Films directed Rbg, which debuted in Doc Premieres on Sunday and chronicles the life and legal legacy of the Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
Storyville Films and CNN Films produced the film, which chronicles the Supreme Court Justice’s personal and professional battles, her pioneering work for women and minorities, and her decade-long romance with her late husband.
Stacey Wolf, vice-president of business affairs for CNN Worldwide, brokered the deal with John and Eric Sloss of Cinetic Media on behalf...
- 1/24/2018
- by Jeremy Kay
- ScreenDaily
Expanding its global network, Participant Media has struck an output deal with Nordisk Film Distribution for its films produced by Amblin Partners.
The multi-year pact covers the Scandinavian territories of Denmark, Norway, Sweden and Finland and follows a similar arragenement with eOne, for distribution in the UK, Benelux, Spain, and Australia and New Zealand.
Patrick Wachsberger’s Lionsgate International will handles sales through its relationship with Participant Media that began this year.
The Nordisk pact covers José Padilha’s Untitled Entebbe Project and Rupert Wyatt’s sci-fi thriller Captive State.
“Nordisk Film is a leader in the Scandinavian marketplace and we are thrilled to establish a long-term partnership with them,” Participant CEO David Linde said.
“Their talented marketing and distribution teams, combined with the increasing audience demand for a connection to real social action, will provide an even greater platform for our company.”
“We are extremely excited to have made this output agreement that strengthens our direct...
The multi-year pact covers the Scandinavian territories of Denmark, Norway, Sweden and Finland and follows a similar arragenement with eOne, for distribution in the UK, Benelux, Spain, and Australia and New Zealand.
Patrick Wachsberger’s Lionsgate International will handles sales through its relationship with Participant Media that began this year.
The Nordisk pact covers José Padilha’s Untitled Entebbe Project and Rupert Wyatt’s sci-fi thriller Captive State.
“Nordisk Film is a leader in the Scandinavian marketplace and we are thrilled to establish a long-term partnership with them,” Participant CEO David Linde said.
“Their talented marketing and distribution teams, combined with the increasing audience demand for a connection to real social action, will provide an even greater platform for our company.”
“We are extremely excited to have made this output agreement that strengthens our direct...
- 5/17/2017
- by jeremykay67@gmail.com (Jeremy Kay)
- ScreenDaily
Sebastián Lelio’s latest, exec produced by Pablo Larrain, is set to premiere in Berlin on Sunday.
Sony Pictures Classics (Spc) has acquired North America, Australia and New Zealand rights to Sebastián Lelio’s A Fantastic Woman (Una Mujer Fantastica).
The film is set to premiere in the Berlin Film Festival’s competition on Sunday, Feb 12.
Jackie director Pablo Larraín was a producer on the project alongside Fabula’s Juan de Dios Larraín, with German banner Komplizen Film. It was exec produced by Jeff Skoll and Jonathan King of Participant Media.
Participant’s King and Gabriel Brakin struck the deal with Spc.
A Fantastic Woman stars Daniela Vega and Francisco Reyes in the story of Marina, a waitress and singer, and Orlando, an older man, who are in love and planning for the future. After Orlando suddenly falls ill and dies, Marina is forced to confront his family and society, and to fight...
Sony Pictures Classics (Spc) has acquired North America, Australia and New Zealand rights to Sebastián Lelio’s A Fantastic Woman (Una Mujer Fantastica).
The film is set to premiere in the Berlin Film Festival’s competition on Sunday, Feb 12.
Jackie director Pablo Larraín was a producer on the project alongside Fabula’s Juan de Dios Larraín, with German banner Komplizen Film. It was exec produced by Jeff Skoll and Jonathan King of Participant Media.
Participant’s King and Gabriel Brakin struck the deal with Spc.
A Fantastic Woman stars Daniela Vega and Francisco Reyes in the story of Marina, a waitress and singer, and Orlando, an older man, who are in love and planning for the future. After Orlando suddenly falls ill and dies, Marina is forced to confront his family and society, and to fight...
- 2/9/2017
- by tom.grater@screendaily.com (Tom Grater)
- ScreenDaily
Sebastián Lelio’s latest, exec produced by Pablo Larrain, is set to premiere in Berlin on Sunday.
Sony Pictures Classics (Spc) has acquired North America, Australia and New Zealand rights to Sebastián Lelio’s A Fantastic Woman (Una Mujer Fantastica).
The film is set to premiere in the Berlin Film Festival’s competition on Sunday, Feb 12.
Jackie director Pablo Larraín was a producer on the project alongside Fabula’s Juan de Dios Larraín, with German banner Komplizen Film. It was exec produced by Jeff Skoll and Jonathan King of Participant Media.
Participant’s King and Gabriel Brakin struck the deal with Spc.
A Fantastic Woman stars Daniela Vega and Francisco Reyes in the story of Marina, a waitress and singer, and Orlando, an older man, who are in love and planning for the future. After Orlando suddenly falls ill and dies, Marina is forced to confront his family and society, and to fight...
Sony Pictures Classics (Spc) has acquired North America, Australia and New Zealand rights to Sebastián Lelio’s A Fantastic Woman (Una Mujer Fantastica).
The film is set to premiere in the Berlin Film Festival’s competition on Sunday, Feb 12.
Jackie director Pablo Larraín was a producer on the project alongside Fabula’s Juan de Dios Larraín, with German banner Komplizen Film. It was exec produced by Jeff Skoll and Jonathan King of Participant Media.
Participant’s King and Gabriel Brakin struck the deal with Spc.
A Fantastic Woman stars Daniela Vega and Francisco Reyes in the story of Marina, a waitress and singer, and Orlando, an older man, who are in love and planning for the future. After Orlando suddenly falls ill and dies, Marina is forced to confront his family and society, and to fight...
- 2/9/2017
- by tom.grater@screendaily.com (Tom Grater)
- ScreenDaily
The parties unveiled their new sales partnership on Tuesday, ending speculation as to who would handle Participant Media’s slate of narratives and select documentaries.
The partnership signals Participant CEO David Linde’s (pictured) intention to grow the company’s international presence and will kick off at the Efm in Berlin next month with previously announced Amblin films: thriller Entebbe from José Padilha and Rupert Wyatt’s sci-fi Captive State.
The deal will cover Participant films in all territories outside North America, including available non-output territories for films that under Participant’s deal with Amblin Partners.
Participant plans to provide Lionsgate International with up to five narrative films annually, along with several documentary features. The partnership deepens Lionsgate International’s roster of content suppliers, which includes CBS Films, Alcon Entertainment, Black Label Media and River Road.
The agreement builds on a long-standing collaboration that dates back to Participant’s strategic investment in what is now Lionsgate-owned...
The partnership signals Participant CEO David Linde’s (pictured) intention to grow the company’s international presence and will kick off at the Efm in Berlin next month with previously announced Amblin films: thriller Entebbe from José Padilha and Rupert Wyatt’s sci-fi Captive State.
The deal will cover Participant films in all territories outside North America, including available non-output territories for films that under Participant’s deal with Amblin Partners.
Participant plans to provide Lionsgate International with up to five narrative films annually, along with several documentary features. The partnership deepens Lionsgate International’s roster of content suppliers, which includes CBS Films, Alcon Entertainment, Black Label Media and River Road.
The agreement builds on a long-standing collaboration that dates back to Participant’s strategic investment in what is now Lionsgate-owned...
- 1/10/2017
- by jeremykay67@gmail.com (Jeremy Kay)
- ScreenDaily
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