Kino Lorber Acquires 'I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning'
The North American distribution deal for Clio Barnard's film sets a planned 2027 theatrical release.
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November 5, 2026
European Award Season 2027 Launches in 150 CitiesThe season, running November 2026 to January 2027, brings screenings and events for nominated and curated European films to cinemas across 50 countries.
November 4, 2026
A24 Acquires Club Kid for $17 MillionThe Jordan Firstman-directed film, which debuted at Cannes, won a bidding war among several studios and distributors.
November 4, 2026
MUBI Unveils Trailer for MinotaurAndrey Zvyagintsev's Grand Prix-winning drama is set for cinema release in the UK and Ireland on 27 November.
November 2, 2026
Intimate Scene Selected for Les Arcs CoproductionUkrainian director Zhanna Ozirna's veteran-focused feature is the only Ukrainian project among 17 European films picked for 2026.
November 2, 2026
Marrakech Festival to Open With The DebutThe 23rd Marrakech International Film Festival runs November 20-28 and will open with Jesse Eisenberg's The Debut, a gala screening out of competition.
November 2, 2026
Ottinger Decries 20-Minute Cut to Huppert Vampire FilmDirector Ulrike Ottinger says her vampire film The Blood Countess lost as much as 20 minutes against her wishes at the Tokyo International Film Festival.
November 1, 2026
Filmhouse Renews AFRIFF Partnership for 2026Filmhouse Group continues its support of the Africa International Film Festival with its 2026 edition, themed Frames of the Future.
October 31, 2026
First Reformed to Stream for Free on PlexThe critically acclaimed film by director Paul Schrader will be available to stream for free starting November 1.
October 30, 2026
Filmmaker Sabu Completes Long-Awaited Film Arrested MemoryThe director unveiled his latest project, set in Taipei, at the Tokyo International Film Festival.
October 29, 2026
Primetime Film to Release in U.K. and IrelandThe A24-distributed film starring Robert Pattinson hits theaters across the region this weekend.
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