In a further sign of consolidation among independent distributors, Rialto Distribution has closed its Sydney office while continuing to book films into Australian cinemas via its Auckland headquarters.
Kelly Rogers’ Rialto Distribution is ramping up its release slate after opening a Sydney office headed by Lisa Garner.
The arthouse market in Australia is alive and well but these days in concentrated largely on myriad film festivals, according to Rialto Distribution’s Kelly Rogers.
Emma Thompson will play a widow who hires a sex worker for a "night of bliss" in the UK comedy Good Luck To You, Leo Grande, directed by Sophie Hyde.
ANZ distributor The Reset Collective has hired Matt Soulos as its head of sales and distribution.
The Reset Collective is leveraging its unique partnerships with UK production company Genesius Pictures and international sales outfit Cornerstone Films across both distribution and production.
Lisa Garner and Justine Gross have joined The Yellow Agency as senior agents.