Exclusive: Mubi has acquired world rights to Martine Syms’ feature The African Desperate, which is due to open theatrically in New York on September 16, with a wider rollout to follow.
The film had its world premiere at this year’s International Film Festival Rotterdam and North American premiere as the closing night film at New York’s New Directors/New Films. CAA Media Finance brokered the deal on behalf of the filmmakers.
Pic follows artist Palace Bryant (Diamond Stingily) on one very long day in 2017 that starts with her Mfa graduation from a white liberal arts college in upstate New York and ends at a Chicago Blue Line Station. Palace navigates the pitfalls of self-actualization and the fallacies of the art world.
Syms will present the film internationally as part of an in-person event tour throughout September and October in the U.S. and Europe. Following the theatrical release and events,...
The film had its world premiere at this year’s International Film Festival Rotterdam and North American premiere as the closing night film at New York’s New Directors/New Films. CAA Media Finance brokered the deal on behalf of the filmmakers.
Pic follows artist Palace Bryant (Diamond Stingily) on one very long day in 2017 that starts with her Mfa graduation from a white liberal arts college in upstate New York and ends at a Chicago Blue Line Station. Palace navigates the pitfalls of self-actualization and the fallacies of the art world.
Syms will present the film internationally as part of an in-person event tour throughout September and October in the U.S. and Europe. Following the theatrical release and events,...
- 7/6/2022
- by Andreas Wiseman
- Deadline Film + TV
Ways & Means, the indie film and television company, has named Thomas Grabinski as head of development.
The newly created role will report to principals Lana Kim and Jett Steiger, who founded the label in 2012.
Grabinski joins them from 3311 Productions, which made notable titles including “The Assistant,” “Brigsby Bear” and “John and the Hole.” He also served at Justin Lin’s Perfect Storm Entertainment.
“We have an incredible team at W&m and we’re so proud of the work that we’ve made together over the past 9 years. Looking forward, we couldn’t be more excited to continue our expansion into the Film & TV world — working with Thomas to uncover new stories and strengthen our relationships with writers and directors. Narrative work has always been an important part of the culture at W&m and we’re thrilled to have a true film lover like Thomas on the...
The newly created role will report to principals Lana Kim and Jett Steiger, who founded the label in 2012.
Grabinski joins them from 3311 Productions, which made notable titles including “The Assistant,” “Brigsby Bear” and “John and the Hole.” He also served at Justin Lin’s Perfect Storm Entertainment.
“We have an incredible team at W&m and we’re so proud of the work that we’ve made together over the past 9 years. Looking forward, we couldn’t be more excited to continue our expansion into the Film & TV world — working with Thomas to uncover new stories and strengthen our relationships with writers and directors. Narrative work has always been an important part of the culture at W&m and we’re thrilled to have a true film lover like Thomas on the...
- 10/11/2021
- by Matt Donnelly
- Variety Film + TV
Thomas Grabinski has been tapped has head of development for Ways & Means. In this newly created role, Grabinski will help develop the company’s growing feature and television slate. Grabinski comes from 3311 Productions and Justin Lin’s Perfect Storm Entertainment.
“We have an incredible team at W&m and we’re so proud of the work that we’ve made together over the past 9 years,” said Lana Kim and Jett Steiger. “Looking forward, we couldn’t be more excited to continue our expansion into the Film & TV world — working with Thomas to uncover new stories and strengthen our relationships with writers and directors. Narrative work has always been an important part of the culture at W&m and we’re thrilled to have a true film lover like Thomas on the team to guide and support these projects”
Founded in 2012 by Lana Kim and Jett Steiger, the company...
“We have an incredible team at W&m and we’re so proud of the work that we’ve made together over the past 9 years,” said Lana Kim and Jett Steiger. “Looking forward, we couldn’t be more excited to continue our expansion into the Film & TV world — working with Thomas to uncover new stories and strengthen our relationships with writers and directors. Narrative work has always been an important part of the culture at W&m and we’re thrilled to have a true film lover like Thomas on the team to guide and support these projects”
Founded in 2012 by Lana Kim and Jett Steiger, the company...
- 10/8/2021
- by Justin Kroll
- Deadline Film + TV
The Nowhere Inn: "From real-life friends Annie Clark (a.k.a. Grammy award-winning recording and touring artist St. Vincent) and Carrie Brownstein comes the metafictional account of two creative forces banding together to make a documentary about St. Vincent’s music, touring life, and on-stage persona. But they quickly discover unpredictable forces lurking within the subject and filmmaker that threaten to derail the friendship, the project, and the duo’s creative lives. From first-time filmmaker Bill Benz comes a densely woven, laugh-out-loud funny and increasingly fractured commentary on reality, identity, and authenticity. A story of two close friends who attempt to wrestle the truth out of a complex subject before the hall of mirrors that is their artistic lives devours them completely."
Directed by: Bill Benz Co-Written By: Annie Clark & Carrie Brownstein Starring: Annie Clark, Carrie Brownstein, & Dakota Johnson Music by: St. Vincent Produced by: Carrie Brownstein, Lana Kim,...
Directed by: Bill Benz Co-Written By: Annie Clark & Carrie Brownstein Starring: Annie Clark, Carrie Brownstein, & Dakota Johnson Music by: St. Vincent Produced by: Carrie Brownstein, Lana Kim,...
- 8/13/2021
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
IFC Films has acquired from Topic Studios the North American rights to “The Nowhere Inn,” the film starring, co-written by and centered on indie rock guitarist St. Vincent.
Annie Clark, aka St. Vincent, wrote the screenplay with “Portlandia” star and fellow musician Carrie Brownstein. The film is a genre-bending mockumentary of sorts that premiered at Sundance in the Midnight section back in 2020. IFC will now release “The Nowhere Inn” later this fall.
“The Nowhere Inn” is a metafictional story about how real-life friends Clark and Brownstein decide to make a documentary film about St. Vincent’s tour that Brownstein would direct. The movie within the movie examines St. Vincent’s music, touring life and public persona behind the scenes. But they quickly discover that in their effort to make the film and understand the person behind the St. Vincent guise, the real Annie Clark and the stage persona of St.
Annie Clark, aka St. Vincent, wrote the screenplay with “Portlandia” star and fellow musician Carrie Brownstein. The film is a genre-bending mockumentary of sorts that premiered at Sundance in the Midnight section back in 2020. IFC will now release “The Nowhere Inn” later this fall.
“The Nowhere Inn” is a metafictional story about how real-life friends Clark and Brownstein decide to make a documentary film about St. Vincent’s tour that Brownstein would direct. The movie within the movie examines St. Vincent’s music, touring life and public persona behind the scenes. But they quickly discover that in their effort to make the film and understand the person behind the St. Vincent guise, the real Annie Clark and the stage persona of St.
- 3/1/2021
- by Brian Welk
- The Wrap
Exclusive: Deadline has learned that IFC Films has just taken North American rights to The Nowhere Inn from Topic Studios. The pic, a fractured commentary on reality, identity, and authenticity, is produced, written by, and stars Carrie Brownstein and Grammy winner Annie “St. Vincent” Clark. The Nowhere Inn also reps the feature directorial debut of frequent Portlandia collaborator and scribe Bill Benz.
The movie, which made its world premiere at the 2020 Sundance Film Festival, marks the first feature length film in which Clark has simultaneously produced, starred and composed all the original music. A fall 2021 release is currently planned.
The Nowhere Inn is a metafictional account of two creative forces banding together to make a documentary about St. Vincent’s music, touring life, and public persona. But they quickly discover unpredictable forces lurking within subject and filmmaker that threaten to derail the friendship, the project, and the duo’s creative lives.
The movie, which made its world premiere at the 2020 Sundance Film Festival, marks the first feature length film in which Clark has simultaneously produced, starred and composed all the original music. A fall 2021 release is currently planned.
The Nowhere Inn is a metafictional account of two creative forces banding together to make a documentary about St. Vincent’s music, touring life, and public persona. But they quickly discover unpredictable forces lurking within subject and filmmaker that threaten to derail the friendship, the project, and the duo’s creative lives.
- 3/1/2021
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
Women in Film: Producer Amanda Marshall on Her Relationship with Miranda Bailey and Lake Bell’s ‘I Do Until… I Don’t’Producers Amanda Marshall and Miranda Bailey
Always at the forefront of the most innovative titles in independent film, producing partners Amanda Marshall and Miranda Bailey have supported the artists behind singular projects like “Swiss Army Man” and “The Diary of a Teenager Girl,” among countless others. Their latest production, “I Do…Until I Don’t” unites them with multitalented creator Lake Bell, who wrote, directed, and starred in the new comedy about the perils of marriage.
Recently, Marshall and Bailey’s creative relationship shifted as the latter embarked on two projects in the director’s chair: The Pathological Optimist and You Can Choose Your Family. In this new dynamic, their seasoned rapport is an invaluable asset, especially when considering that their approach to producing is hands-on.
Marshall...
Always at the forefront of the most innovative titles in independent film, producing partners Amanda Marshall and Miranda Bailey have supported the artists behind singular projects like “Swiss Army Man” and “The Diary of a Teenager Girl,” among countless others. Their latest production, “I Do…Until I Don’t” unites them with multitalented creator Lake Bell, who wrote, directed, and starred in the new comedy about the perils of marriage.
Recently, Marshall and Bailey’s creative relationship shifted as the latter embarked on two projects in the director’s chair: The Pathological Optimist and You Can Choose Your Family. In this new dynamic, their seasoned rapport is an invaluable asset, especially when considering that their approach to producing is hands-on.
Marshall...
- 8/31/2017
- by Carlos Aguilar
- Sydney's Buzz
Keep up with the wild and wooly world of indie film acquisitions with our weekly Rundown of everything that’s been picked up around the globe. Check out last week’s Rundown here.
– Grasshopper Film has announced the acquisition of all U.S. distribution rights to Michael Almereyda’s new documentary “Escapes,” a dynamic portrait of Hampton Fancher, executive produced by Wes Anderson. “Escapes” will open in theaters this summer followed by a VOD and Home Video release in the fall.
“Escapes” showcases the storytelling talents of Hampton Fancher, flamenco dancer, film and TV actor, and the unlikely producer and screenwriter of the landmark sci-fi classic “Blade Runner,” as well as screenwriter on the upcoming sequel “Blade Runner 2049.” Fancher’s running commentary – with a little help from Philip K. Dick and Ridley Scott – works in concert with extensive archival footage as Fancher relates death-defying escapades from a remarkable life.
– Grasshopper Film has announced the acquisition of all U.S. distribution rights to Michael Almereyda’s new documentary “Escapes,” a dynamic portrait of Hampton Fancher, executive produced by Wes Anderson. “Escapes” will open in theaters this summer followed by a VOD and Home Video release in the fall.
“Escapes” showcases the storytelling talents of Hampton Fancher, flamenco dancer, film and TV actor, and the unlikely producer and screenwriter of the landmark sci-fi classic “Blade Runner,” as well as screenwriter on the upcoming sequel “Blade Runner 2049.” Fancher’s running commentary – with a little help from Philip K. Dick and Ridley Scott – works in concert with extensive archival footage as Fancher relates death-defying escapades from a remarkable life.
- 3/10/2017
- by Kate Erbland
- Indiewire
The Orchard has acquired the worldwide distribution rights to teen drama Super Dark Times.
Owen Campbell, Charlie Tahan, and Elizabeth Cappuccino star in the debut feature of Kevin Phillips, which follows two teenaged best friends in the '90s as they attempt to cover up a gruesome accident.
Ben Collins and Luke Piotrowski wrote Super Dark Times, which was produced by Richard Peete, Jett Steiger and Edward Parks. Cameron Lamb, William Hall, Niraj Bhatia and Dan Burks executive produced.
Super Dark Times will screen at the upcoming Tribeca Film Festival. The Orchard is planning a theatrical release for the film later this year.
UTA...
Owen Campbell, Charlie Tahan, and Elizabeth Cappuccino star in the debut feature of Kevin Phillips, which follows two teenaged best friends in the '90s as they attempt to cover up a gruesome accident.
Ben Collins and Luke Piotrowski wrote Super Dark Times, which was produced by Richard Peete, Jett Steiger and Edward Parks. Cameron Lamb, William Hall, Niraj Bhatia and Dan Burks executive produced.
Super Dark Times will screen at the upcoming Tribeca Film Festival. The Orchard is planning a theatrical release for the film later this year.
UTA...
- 3/7/2017
- by Mia Galuppo
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Plus: Jason Blum in CinemaCon honour
Chilean film-maker Patricio Guzman, who was due to attend Iff Panama to deliver a four-day documentary seminar, has had to return home suddenly to France.
Guzman was due to lead the seminar and conclude on the fifth day with a screening of his Berlinale 2015 Silver Bear winner The Pearl Button (El Botón de Nácar).
The festival, which kicks off on Thursday, is liaising with industry attendees who registered for the event.
Jason Blum will collect the CinemaCon Producer Of The Year Award in Las Vegas on April 14. The Blumhouse Productions founder’s credits include Paranormal Activity, Insidious and The Purge franchises, as well as Oscar winner Whiplash. The Purge: Election Year opens on July 1 and Ouija 2 on October 21, both through Universal. CinemaCon runs from April 11-14.Mary Steenburgen, Paul Reiser, Amber Heard, Wyatt Cenac, Dolly Wells, and Chace Crawford have joined Lake Bell and Ed Helms on comedy What’s...
Chilean film-maker Patricio Guzman, who was due to attend Iff Panama to deliver a four-day documentary seminar, has had to return home suddenly to France.
Guzman was due to lead the seminar and conclude on the fifth day with a screening of his Berlinale 2015 Silver Bear winner The Pearl Button (El Botón de Nácar).
The festival, which kicks off on Thursday, is liaising with industry attendees who registered for the event.
Jason Blum will collect the CinemaCon Producer Of The Year Award in Las Vegas on April 14. The Blumhouse Productions founder’s credits include Paranormal Activity, Insidious and The Purge franchises, as well as Oscar winner Whiplash. The Purge: Election Year opens on July 1 and Ouija 2 on October 21, both through Universal. CinemaCon runs from April 11-14.Mary Steenburgen, Paul Reiser, Amber Heard, Wyatt Cenac, Dolly Wells, and Chace Crawford have joined Lake Bell and Ed Helms on comedy What’s...
- 4/7/2016
- by jeremykay67@gmail.com (Jeremy Kay)
- ScreenDaily
Lake Bell is preparing to commence principal photography in Los Angeles on her directorial follow-up to award-winning Sundance 2013 selection In A World…
Bell wrote and will star in the ensemble comedy alongside Ed Helms that Cold Iron Pictures and The Film Arcade are jointly financing.
What’s The Point? investigates the concept that marriage should be a seven-year contract with an option to renew.
Producing are Bell for More Films, Jett Steiger of Ways & Means, and Miranda Bailey and Amanda Marshall of Cold Iron Pictures. Executive producers are Jason Beck and Andy Bohn of The Film Arcade.
“Supporting female film-makers is incredibly important to us and we are so excited to produce Lake’s follow-up to the fantastic In A World…,” said Bailey.
UTA Independent Film Group and Jamie Afifi at Ziffren Brittenham negotiated the deal on behalf of the film-makers with The Film Arcade represented by attorney Greg S. Bernstein.
Bell wrote and will star in the ensemble comedy alongside Ed Helms that Cold Iron Pictures and The Film Arcade are jointly financing.
What’s The Point? investigates the concept that marriage should be a seven-year contract with an option to renew.
Producing are Bell for More Films, Jett Steiger of Ways & Means, and Miranda Bailey and Amanda Marshall of Cold Iron Pictures. Executive producers are Jason Beck and Andy Bohn of The Film Arcade.
“Supporting female film-makers is incredibly important to us and we are so excited to produce Lake’s follow-up to the fantastic In A World…,” said Bailey.
UTA Independent Film Group and Jamie Afifi at Ziffren Brittenham negotiated the deal on behalf of the film-makers with The Film Arcade represented by attorney Greg S. Bernstein.
- 3/23/2016
- by jeremykay67@gmail.com (Jeremy Kay)
- ScreenDaily
Ed Helms is set to star alongside Lake Bell in her latest directorial effort, “What’s the Point?” The film, which Bell also wrote, will be financed by Cold Iron Pictures and the Film Arcade. Production is set to begin in April. Produced by Bell, Jett Steiger (Ways & Means), Miranda Bailey and Amanda Marshall (Cold Iron Pictures), “What’s the Point?” will be executive produced by Jason Beck and Andy Bohn. Also Read: Lake Bell, Omari Hardwick, Jon Bernthal, Benjamin Bratt Join Thriller 'Shot Caller' “What’s the Point?” is a comedy that investigates the concept that marriage...
- 3/23/2016
- by Beatrice Verhoeven
- The Wrap
Lake Bell, the writer-director-actress behind In a World..., has set her next project. The multi-hyphenate will star alongside The Hangover's Ed Helms in What’s the Point?, which she also wrote and will direct. The film, which is set to begin production next month in Los Angeles, centers on the theory that marriage should be a seven year contract with an option to renew. Cold Iron Pictures and The Film Arcade will finance the film while Bell, Jett Steiger, Miranda Bailey, and Amanda Marshall will produce with Jason Beck and Andy Bohn acting as executive producers. Bell's acting credits include
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- 3/23/2016
- by Mia Galuppo
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
While Sam Smith and Beck dominated the 57th annual Grammy Awards, they were hardly the only winners Sunday night. From Pearl Jam's Jeff Ament (and Eddie Vedder, using his pseudonym "Jerome Turner") scoring Best Recording Package to Beyoncé taking home Best Surround Sound Album, here is the full rundown of all the Grammy winners.
Record of the Year
Sam Smith – "Stay With Me (Darkchild Version)"
Steve Fitzmaurice, Rodney Jerkins & Jimmy Napes, producers; Steve Fitzmaurice, Jimmy Napes & Steve Price, engineers/mixers; Tom Coyne, mastering engineer Label: Capitol Records; Publishers: Sony...
Record of the Year
Sam Smith – "Stay With Me (Darkchild Version)"
Steve Fitzmaurice, Rodney Jerkins & Jimmy Napes, producers; Steve Fitzmaurice, Jimmy Napes & Steve Price, engineers/mixers; Tom Coyne, mastering engineer Label: Capitol Records; Publishers: Sony...
- 2/8/2015
- Rollingstone.com
Aaaah….that crisp Park City air. Eric Lavallee, Nicholas Bell, and I Jordan Smith are returning to the Sundance Film Festival (@sundancefest) once again this year for another ten day cinematic marathon where we will surely discover a host of extraordinary new films from bright new filmmakers and veterans alike. While the city will be abuzz with must sees and fest happenings, the easiest way to keep tabs on how some of these filmmkers are living out the Park City & Salt Lake city event is via personal twitter feeds: which I’ve conveniently tracked down and listed in the click-thru pages below. Pull out your smart phones and track fest haps straight from the horses’ mouth, 140 characters at a time. And don’t forget to follow our twitter feed @ioncinema as we roam/cover #Sundance.
U.S. Dramatic Competition
Afternoon Delight
Director and screenwriter Jill Soloway – @jillwaysolo
Actors Josh Radnor – @JoshRadnor,...
U.S. Dramatic Competition
Afternoon Delight
Director and screenwriter Jill Soloway – @jillwaysolo
Actors Josh Radnor – @JoshRadnor,...
- 1/17/2013
- by Jordan M. Smith
- IONCINEMA.com
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