Jour2Fête Acquires French Rights to Quebec Period Dramedy 'La Portraitiste'
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Jour2Fête has acquired the French distribution rights to 'La Portraitiste', a period dramedy currently filming in Quebec. The deal was signed in Cannes with Montreal-based sales company H264. The film, directed by Annie St-Pierre and written by Florence Longpré, blends magical realism with a 1962 Montreal setting.
Facts First
- Jour2Fête acquires French distribution rights to the Quebec film 'La Portraitiste'
- The film is a period dramedy with magical realism set in Montreal in 1962
- Directed by Annie St-Pierre and written by Florence Longpré, who also stars
- Currently filming in Quebec and produced by Roger Frappier, Sylvie Lacoste, and Véronika Molnar
- Distribution deal signed in Cannes with Montreal-based international sales company H264
What Happened
Jour2Fête has acquired the French distribution rights to the period dramedy 'La Portraitiste'. The deal was signed in Cannes with H264, a Montreal-based international sales company. The film is currently filming in Quebec. It is directed by Annie St-Pierre and written by Florence Longpré, who also stars in the film. The producers are Roger Frappier, Sylvie Lacoste, and Véronika Molnar.
Why this Matters to You
If you enjoy French-language cinema, you may have access to a new Quebecois film in France later this year or next. The film's blend of period setting and magical realism could offer a distinctive viewing experience. The involvement of established talent like director Annie St-Pierre, whose short film was shortlisted for an Academy Award, and producer Roger Frappier, who was Oscar-nominated for 'The Power of the Dog', suggests a project with artistic pedigree.
What's Next
'La Portraitiste' is currently filming. Its completion and subsequent release in France will depend on the production schedule and Jour2Fête's distribution plans. The film's reception could influence future collaborations between Quebec filmmakers and French distributors.