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27-02-2025
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Hong Sangsoo's ‘What Does That Nature Say to You' Lands Distribution Deals Across Multiple Territories
Korean auteur Hong Sangsoo's latest Berlinale competition entry 'What Does That Nature Say to You' has secured distribution deals across multiple territories, Seoul-based sales agent Finecut has revealed. The film has been picked up by Arizona Films (France), Ama Films (Greece & Cyprus), Minerva Pictures (Italy), L'atalante Cinema (Spain), Cola Films (Taiwan) and The Cinema Guild (U.S.). Hong's minimalist drama, which follows a young poet who spends a day with his girlfriend's family, marks the director's 12th film to screen at the Berlinale. The pic stars Ha Seongguk ('A Traveler's Needs,' 'Mimang') and Kwon Haehyo ('A Traveler's Needs,' 'By the Stream'). More from Variety 'Walking With Dinosaurs' on the Slate as BBC Studios, ABC Australia Renew Partnership - Global Bulletin 'What Does That Nature Say to You' Review: Hong Sangsoo Takes a Blurry Lens to Early Adulthood Venkatesh's 'Sankranthiki Vasthunam' Powers Indian Box Office to $116 Million in January - Global Bulletin According to Finecut, the film's world premiere in Berlin was met with laughter and enthusiasm, with Hong's signature subtle humor resonating strongly with audiences and international buyers alike. The prolific filmmaker has become a Berlinale darling in recent years, collecting an array of Silver Bear awards. Hong won the Silver Bear grand jury prize for 'A Traveler's Needs' in 2024 and 'The Novelist's Film' in 2022, the Silver Bear for best screenplay for 'Introduction' in 2021, and the Silver Bear for best director for 'The Woman Who Ran' in 2020. United Media and Met Film are developing 'Queen Panther,' a documentary series chronicling the extraordinary life of Olivera Ćirković, the former leader of the infamous Pink Panther criminal organization. The series will explore Ćirković's remarkable journey from celebrated Yugoslav national basketball star to criminal mastermind who became Interpol's most wanted fugitive, and her eventual path to redemption. Ćirković was once a national sports hero in both Greece and former Yugoslavia, playing professionally for Greek club Pangrati and helping them reach champion level. Her life took a dramatic turn after falling in love with a criminal who introduced her to the Pink Panthers network. She quickly ascended the ranks, becoming a key figure known for her skills as a thief and leadership abilities. After a heist went wrong, Ćirković was sentenced to eight years in a high-security prison. During her second incarceration, she executed a daring escape from Athens' notorious Korydallos prison, becoming the only inmate ever to successfully break out of the facility. The series will be filmed across Serbia, Greece, and other international locations. Executive producers include Al Morrow, Stewart le Maréchal, Rebecca Banovic, and Jerry Rothwell, with Met Film Sales handling worldwide distribution. United Media is also developing a scripted series based on Ćirković's autobiographical book 'Me, The Pink Panther.' Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week Grammy Predictions, From Beyoncé to Kendrick Lamar: Who Will Win? Who Should Win? What's Coming to Netflix in February 2025
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13-02-2025
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Horror Film ‘Noise,' Occult Toon ‘Exorcism Chronicles' Sell for Korea's Finecut Ahead of EFM
Korean sales powerhouse Finecut is ramping up its slate ahead of Berlin's European Film Market (EFM), securing a raft of international deals for its animated occult thriller 'Exorcism Chronicles: The Beginning' and multi-sensory horror film 'Noise.' 'Exorcism Chronicles,' which bows theatrically in Korea on Feb. 21, has been snapped up by Pro Films for Bulgaria, Polyband for German-speaking territories, Cineplex for Latin America, and Cola Films for Taiwan. The supernatural toon, adapted from a Korean literary sensation that moved 10 million copies and gained 238 million online views, follows a doctor-turned-priest protecting a supernaturally gifted child from dark forces within a mystical temple. More from Variety Filmax Snags 'Another Man' From Rising Star Director David Moragas Director-Driven Projects - and Genre (Still) - the Focus at EFM as Buyers Look to Awards Season's Bold Offerings Anonymous Content, Germany's BTF Launch Joint Venture, Kicking Off With Ari Folman's 'Death and the Penguin' (EXCLUSIVE) The project comes from animation house Locus Animation Studios, the outfit behind 'Red Shoes and the Seven Dwarfs,' which saw theatrical rollouts in over 120 territories. 'Exorcism Chronicles' has already built festival buzz following premieres at both Annecy and Sitges. Meanwhile, Finecut has expanded the reach of 'Noise,' its genre offering that weaves social commentary about residential noise disputes into its horror framework. Fresh territories include Cambodia (Westec Media), Japan (Twin), Latin America (Great Movies), Malaysia and Brunei (Antenna Entertainment), Poland (Media4Fun), Taiwan (Cai Chang International) and Vietnam (Lumix Media). These add to previously announced pickups by France's KMBO, CIS's Red Castle Group, Indonesia's PT Prima Cinema Multimedia and Thailand's Iris Cinema. The feature debut of Cannes Cinefondation alum Kim Soo-jin stars Lee Sun-bin and Kim Min-seok in the story of a hearing aid user who encounters supernatural phenomena tied to her sister's vanishing. The film, which competed in Sitges' Panorama section, is slated for Korean release in May. Finecut's EFM slate also features Hong Sangsoo's Berlinale Competition title 'What Does That Nature Say to You' and 'A Girl with Closed Eyes' starring 'Pachinko' breakout Kim Minha. The company will additionally unveil first footage from 'Tristes Tropiques,' the latest from action specialist Park Hoon-jung ('New World,' 'The Witch' franchise). The sales agent has also locked new deals on music drama 'Secret: Untold Melody,' toplining K-pop star D.O. of EXO, with Great Movies (Latin America) and Westec Media (Cambodia) acquiring rights following its recent Korean theatrical run. Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week Grammy Predictions, From Beyoncé to Kendrick Lamar: Who Will Win? Who Should Win? What's Coming to Netflix in February 2025
