L’Autre is Films Distribution’s major asset at Venice
After the unexpected selection of L’Autre [+see also:
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Among those titles vying for the Golden Lion, L’Autre (formerly known as L’occupation - see news) is set to shine. Adapted from Annie Ernaux’s eponymous novel, the film stars Dominique Blanc, who will no doubt be among the most serious contenders for the Volpi Cup for Best Actress (official screening - August 31).
Produced by Patrick Sobelman for Ex Nihilo, the feature was made for €3.08m, which included an advance on receipts from the National Film Centre (CNC) and pre-sales from Canal+ and Ciné Cinéma. The film will be released domestically by Ad Vitam.
Films Distribution’s Venice line-up also includes Park [+see also:
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The title was produced by Les Films d'Ici with co-production backing from France 3 Cinéma, an advance on receipts and support from Canal + and Ciné Cinéma for an overall budget of €2.55m.
Finally, the Venice Days section will screen Sylvie Verheyde’s Stella [+see also:
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At the Toronto Film Festival (September 4-13), Films Distribution will be hoping for success with the international premieres of Rithy Panh’s The Sea Wall [+see also:
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(Translated from French)
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