Together Films Acquires Rights to Swedish Period Love Drama 'Lisa & Lilly'
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London-based sales agent Together Films has acquired the international rights to the Swedish period love drama 'Lisa & Lilly'. The film, based on a true story and set in 1910s Stockholm, will begin filming in mid-August with a fall 2027 release planned. The project is a major co-production backed by several Nordic broadcasters and film institutes.
Facts First
- Together Films acquires international sales rights to the Swedish love drama 'Lisa & Lilly'.
- Production begins in mid-August for six weeks in Stockholm and Tallinn with a €4 million ($4.7 million) budget.
- The film is the feature debut of director Julia Lindström, known for Netflix's 'Young Royals'.
- Backed by a major Nordic co-production consortium including SVT, Yle, DR, and support from the Swedish Film Institute.
- A local release via Scanbox Entertainment is planned for fall 2027.
What Happened
London-based sales and impact outfit Together Films has acquired the international rights to the Swedish love drama 'Lisa & Lilly'. The film is produced by Nordic Drama Queens, a Scandinavian production company owned by Fifth Season. Filming is scheduled to begin in mid-August for six weeks, with locations in Stockholm, Sweden, and Tallinn, Estonia. The project has a budget of €4 million ($4.7 million).
Why this Matters to You
If you are a fan of international cinema or period dramas, you may have a compelling new film to look forward to. The acquisition by Together Films could increase the film's chances of securing distribution in your country. The project's backing by major public broadcasters and film institutes suggests a focus on quality storytelling that might resonate with audiences interested in historical LGBTQ+ narratives.
What's Next
Principal photography will commence in mid-August. The official cast will be announced on May 13 in Cannes. Following production, the film is scheduled for a local release in fall 2027 via Scanbox Entertainment, with international sales handled by Together Films.