Zeitgeist Films Acquires Sundance Award-Winning Film 'How to Divorce During the War'
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Zeitgeist Films, in association with Kino Lorber, has acquired North American rights to Andrius Blazevicius' film 'How to Divorce During the War'. The film, which premiered at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival and won the Directing Award, is set for a theatrical release this summer.
Facts First
- Zeitgeist Films acquires North American rights to the film 'How to Divorce During the War'
- The film premiered at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival and won the Directing Award
- A theatrical release is planned at New York's IFC Center this summer, followed by a national rollout
- The story follows a couple seeking divorce just before Russia's invasion of Ukraine
- The deal was negotiated by Zeitgeist Films co-presidents and the CEO of New Europe Film Sales
What Happened
Zeitgeist Films, in association with Kino Lorber, has acquired the North American rights to Andrius Blazevicius' film 'How to Divorce During the War'. The film made its world premiere in the World Cinema Dramatic Competition at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival, where Blazevicius received the Directing Award. Zeitgeist Films plans a theatrical release of the film at New York's IFC Center this summer, with a national rollout to follow.
Why this Matters to You
If you are interested in international cinema, you may have access to a new award-winning film this summer. The theatrical release at the IFC Center and subsequent national rollout could provide an opportunity to see a story that intertwines personal crisis with global events. The film's exploration of a divorce set against the backdrop of the 2022 invasion of Ukraine might offer a unique perspective on how major conflicts affect ordinary lives.
What's Next
The film is scheduled for a theatrical release at New York's IFC Center this summer. A national rollout is likely to follow, bringing the Sundance award-winning story to audiences across North America.