Latido Films Brings Period War Action Film 'Carte Blanche' to Cannes Market
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Latido Films is presenting the period war action film 'Carte Blanche' at the Cannes market. Directed by Oscar-winning producer Gerardo Herrero, the film is set during the 1921 Rif War in Morocco and follows an elite Spanish Legion unit on a revenge mission. The project features a notable cast and was shot in the iconic Almería desert landscapes.
Facts First
- Latido Films is bringing the period war action movie 'Carte Blanche' to the Cannes market
- Directed by Oscar-winning producer Gerardo Herrero, who also produced 'The Secret in Their Eyes'
- Set in the Moroccan desert in 1921 during the Rif War, a conflict between Spain and Berber tribesmen
- Stars Ivan Pellicer, Salva Reina, and Victor Clavijo, with Clavijo playing the squad's sergeant
- Shot in the arid scrub-desert of Almería, a location famously used by directors David Lean and Sergio Leone
What Happened
Latido Films is bringing the period war action film 'Carte Blanche' to the Cannes market. The film is directed by Oscar-winning producer Gerardo Herrero. It is set in the Moroccan desert in 1921 during the Rif War, a conflict between Spain and Berber tribesmen. The plot follows an eight-man elite Spanish Legion unit commanded by a sergeant seeking revenge after his brother was tortured and murdered in a massacre. The story involves a raid on a local Berber village that leads to rape, torture, slaughter, and a suicide mission as the squad attempts to escape through an arid canyon while being cornered by local marksmen. Actor Ivan Pellicer plays the character Faura, a hero who maintains a moral compass. Salva Reina and Victor Clavijo also star, with Clavijo playing the squad's sergeant. The film was shot in the arid scrub-desert of Almería and uses crafted special effects.
Why this Matters to You
If you are a fan of historical war dramas or cinema, this project may bring a new, high-profile film to your attention, featuring acclaimed talent and filmed in iconic locations. The film's presence at the Cannes market is a key step towards securing international distribution, which could make it available in theaters or on streaming platforms in the future.
What's Next
The film's presentation at the Cannes market is a crucial step for securing international sales and distribution deals. A successful market reception could lead to announcements regarding a premiere date and wider release plans later this year or in 2025.