Katharina Rivilis's Debut Feature 'I'll Be Gone in June' Secures French Distribution Ahead of Cannes Premiere
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Katharina Rivilis's debut feature film, 'I'll Be Gone in June', has secured French distribution through Nour Films ahead of its world premiere in the Cannes Un Certain Regard section. The English-language drama, set in 2001 New Mexico, follows a teenage German exchange student. A release date in France is expected to be set later this year.
Facts First
- French distribution rights acquired by Nour Films, with a release date to be set later this year
- World premiere scheduled for the Cannes Un Certain Regard section
- Debut feature film from director Katharina Rivilis, inspired by her own exchange student experience
- An international co-production led by Wim Wenders's Road Movies, involving Germany, Switzerland, and the U.S.
- German distribution rights were previously acquired by DCM ahead of the festival
What Happened
Luxbox has closed a distribution deal for Katharina Rivilis’s film 'I’ll Be Gone in June' with Nour Films for release in France. The film will have its world premiere in the Cannes Un Certain Regard section. A French release date is to be set for later this year. DCM had previously acquired the German distribution rights for the film prior to the Cannes festival.
Why this Matters to You
If you are a fan of international cinema, you may have a new film from a promising director to look forward to in French and German cinemas later this year. The film's premiere at a major festival like Cannes often signals a level of quality and artistic ambition that could make it a noteworthy release. Its subject matter, exploring a personal story set against the backdrop of a major historical event, might offer a unique perspective on the aftermath of 9/11.
What's Next
The film will premiere at the Cannes Film Festival in the Un Certain Regard section. Following the festival, Nour Films will set a specific release date for its French theatrical run. The film's reception at Cannes could influence its wider international distribution and festival circuit journey.