Distribution : France’s Newen Studios Rebrands as Studio TF1 as It Fully Steps Into Theatrical Distribution (EXCLUSIVE) by Amanda Toney

It's great to hear more theatrical distribution news, Amanda Toney! One of the things movies do is provide a temporary escape, and people can enjoy that escape in theaters. Streaming is great, but it's hard sometimes to enjoy that escape when you're at home or events -- the places you might be trying to get an escape from.

How cool! My favorite snipet: Branco said the timing was ripe for Studio TF1 to solidify its standing in the French film market “which has shown resilience and growth.” He pointed out the health of the local box office where French movies are thriving alongside Hollywood blockbusters.

The global indie film industry is growing and amazing work is coming from everywhere. Excited to see the films they produce and distribute and to see more competitors get into the game.

This is an exciting move for Studio TF1, Amanda Toney! France has such a rich storytelling tradition, and having a powerhouse like TF1 step more boldly into the theatrical space could open up some great opportunities for filmmakers looking to break into the European market.

Expanding further into theatrical distribution feels like a smart play for them, especially with the growing demand for more diverse content worldwide. It’ll be interesting to see how they leverage their existing TV expertise to develop theatrical projects that appeal to both local and international audiences.