Emma Roberts, Kristen Stewart, Javier Bardem Lead Spotlight Films at European Film Market
The European Film Market opened with a diverse range of films showcasing talents from across the globe. Notable actors like Emma Roberts, Kristen Stewart, and Javier Bardem are set to feature in many spotlight films looking for buyers. The market offers a platform for international and domestic sales, promising exciting cinema experiences for audiences in the coming years.
Key Films Highlighted at the European Film Market
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At the Sea
Director: Kornél Mundruczó
Cast: Amy Adams, Murray Bartlett, Chloe East, Brett Goldstein
Synopsis: A woman’s return home after rehab leads her to confront deep-seated trauma.
Sales: MK2 Films (international); WME Independent (domestic)
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A Body in the Woods
Director: Stephen Cognetti
Cast: Emma Roberts
Synopsis: Set in the early 1900s, a woman faces supernatural occurrences while keeping vigil over a dead body.
Sales: Manifest Pictures
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Doctor Caligari’s Cabinet of Wonders
Director: John Erick Dowdle
Cast: Michael Shannon
Synopsis: A modern twist on a horror classic, revolving around a mesmerizing villain and his grisly trail of murders.
Sales: Anton (worldwide); Anton, CAA Media Finance (North America)
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The Exiles
Director: Midi Z
Cast: Sam Worthington, David Duchovny
Synopsis: A Westerner’s pursuit of wealth in Asia culminates in a shocking murder.
Sales: Mister Smith Entertainment (international); CAA (North America)
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Full Phil
Director: Quentin Dupieux
Cast: Kristen Stewart, Woody Harrelson
Synopsis: A wealthy man’s trip to Paris with his daughter is disrupted by a series of unexpected events.
Sales: Studiocanal (worldwide)
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The Good Samaritan
Director: Pierre Morel
Cast: Daisy Ridley
Synopsis: A couple’s heroic act turns into a perilous conspiracy while on vacation in Indonesia.
Sales: Highland Film Group (international); CAA Media Finance (domestic)
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Hello & Paris
Director: Elizabeth Chomko
Cast: Javier Bardem, Kate Hudson
Synopsis: A romantic comedy exploring the lives of a landscape architect and a bestselling novelist.
Sales: 193, a Legendary Company
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Last Flight
Director: Babak Anvari
Cast: Benedict Cumberbatch
Synopsis: Set against the backdrop of war, a young Afghan man seeks safety for his family.
Sales: Protagonist Pictures (international); WME Independent (domestic)
These films represent a sample of the innovative storytelling and engaging performances available at this year’s European Film Market. The event continues to be a crucial platform for filmmakers and distributors as they seek to connect with global audiences.
