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Myriad Pictures Acquires North American Rights to Thriller 'A Silent Death'

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Myriad Pictures has secured the North American distribution rights to the psychological crime thriller 'A Silent Death,' directed by Sebastian Schindel. The film, starring Joaquín Furriel, is set for a targeted release in the third quarter of 2026. Rights for other major territories have also been acquired, with negotiations ongoing in several key markets.

Facts First

  • Myriad Pictures acquires North American rights to the thriller 'A Silent Death'.
  • Targeted for release in Q3 2026, the film is set in 1980s Patagonia.
  • Stars Joaquín Furriel, Soledad Villamil, and Alejandro Awada.
  • Rights have been sold to Disney (Latin America), Movistar+ (Spain), and AV Jet (Taiwan).
  • Distribution negotiations are underway for France, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Korea, Italy, and Japan.

What Happened

Myriad Pictures has acquired the North American rights to 'A Silent Death,' a psychological crime thriller directed by Sebastian Schindel. The deal was negotiated between Myriad's Kirk D'Amico and representatives from FilmSharks. The film follows a hunting guide who uncovers a crime involving his niece in Patagonia during the 1980s. Joaquín Furriel leads a cast that includes Soledad Villamil and Alejandro Awada, with Guillermo Nieto serving as cinematographer.

Why this Matters to You

If you are a fan of international thrillers or Argentine cinema, you may have a compelling new film to look forward to in 2026. The involvement of actors known for acclaimed films suggests a high-caliber production. The broad international sales, including to The Walt Disney Company for Latin America, could make the film more widely accessible to you.

What's Next

The North American release for 'A Silent Death' is targeted for the third quarter of 2026. Negotiations are currently underway regarding distribution in several other major markets, including France, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Korea, Italy, and Japan, which could expand its global reach further.

Perspectives

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Distributors express enthusiasm for the film, describing it as a 'suspenseful, well-crafted and multi-layered' work that features 'superbly' directed performances and 'deft' cinematography that creates a 'chilling atmosphere'.
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Film Representatives praise the distributor as a 'legendary label with great eye for cinema' and believe they have 'found the best distributor for this cinematic gem in North America'.