American Film Market 2014 marked as official sales launch
LONDON, 29TH SEPTEMBER 2014:Carnaby Sales & Distribution has acquired the worldwide sales rights to landmark British feature film, Tomorrow presented by Martin Scorsese. The hotly anticipated film, which began production in London last week, includes Stephen Fry amongst its star cast and marks the directional debut of Martha Pinson, Scorsese’s long-time script supervisor.
The deal was secured by Carnaby’s joint CEO, Sean O’Kelly, together with Roaring Mouse Productions’ Sebastian Street, Stuart Brennan, and Dean Woodford as part of a three-picture deal. Carnaby will handle worldwide rights for the film, excluding the USA, which is being handled by William Morris Endeavor (WME).
The American Film Market (AFM) in November 2014 will mark the official launch of Tomorrow, where Carnaby will screen the first footage of the film with select international buyers. Capitalising on the strength of Scorsese enthusiasts around the globe, Carnaby's focus will be on securing distribution in the key major territories whilst working alongside WME on domestic. Pre-sales interest has already been particularly strong, with buyers recognising the film’s appeal for both domestic and international audiences.
Produced by London based production companies, Roaring Mouse Productions & Studio 82, Tomorrow marks Martin Scorsese’s first ever voyage into British feature film as he takes on an executive producer role. Martha Pinson is at the helm as director. Pinson has directed an award winning short film and off-‐ Broadway plays as well as collaborating with Oliver Stone and Sidney Lumet. She has also worked on Scorsese’s four most-‐recent narrative films: The Aviator, The Departed, Shutter Island, and Hugo. The script is being penned by Stuart Brennan andSebastian Street who are producing alongside Dean M. Woodford, whileEmma Tillinger Koskoff and Scorsesecome on as Executive Producers.Carnaby’s joint CEO’s Sean O’Kelly and Andrew Loveday are also executive producing on the film.
Sean O’Kelly, joint CEO, Carnaby Sales & Distribution said: “We are already working with actor and writer, Sebastian Street, for a number of leading roles in forthcoming pictures. When he first mentionedTomorrow we knew it was going to be special and jumped all over it. I’m enormously proud to be working alongside such a talented team. Not only doesTomorrow feature BAFTA-winning cast and crew, but the hard hitting and compelling storylines have a universal appeal which will resonate with audiences around the world. Tomorrow has something for everyone, from a Working Title love story, to elements of Hurt Locker and Dallas Buyers Club. We’re excited to bring this into the market.”
We are already working with actor and writer, Sebastian Street, for a number of leading roles in forthcoming pictures. When he first mentioned Tomorrow we knew it was going to be special and jumped all over it, we simply had to work on it!”
Producer, Dean Woodford, Studio 82, said:” I’m delighted to be working alongside Sean and Andrew. We were looking for a dynamic sales agent and a clever marketeer, with a vertically integrated approach. We’ve certainly found that with the Carnaby team.”
Andrew Loveday, joint CEO, Carnaby Sales & Distribution added: “I’m incredibly excited for the producers and up and coming talent that we have on board – it has all the hallmarks of a Good Will Hunting all over again!“
Tomorrow is a moving and inspirational feature film, which candidly explores the difficulty and loneliness soldiers encounter as they try to reintegrate back into society having served for their country; moving on from losses and injuries to forge a life, find sustaining work and experience love. The film is a very personal journey for both writers and boldly explores several hard-‐ hitting yet underexposed issues such as post-‐traumatic stress disorder, as well as HIV and AIDS. Confirmed cast for Tomorrow includes: Stephen Fry (The Hobbit), Stephanie Leonidas (Defiance),Sebastian Street (Age of Heroes), Stuart Brennan (Risen), Sophie Kennedy-‐Clark(Nymphomaniac 1 & 2, Philomena) Paul Kaye (Blackball, Game of Thrones) andJoss Stone (The Tudors).
Tomorrow is one of many titles on Carnaby's growing slate, which will see two additional films start production next month and another six in the first half of 2015. They currently have two titles in post-production which will premiere at AFM. Within the last year, Carnaby has made a real mark on the industry, as the development slate continues to grow and projects commence production.
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