Read More: FilmRise Launches Subscription VOD Streaming Service CoolFlixFilmRise has picked up exclusive worldwide rights to "The Champions," a documentary about the redemption of the pit bulls rescued from Michael Vick's dog-fighting ring, and those who risked it all to save them. The film is director Darcy Dennett's documentary debut. The film premiered at the 2015 Hamptons International Film Festival, where it won their 2015 Zelda Penzel "Giving Voice to the Voiceless" Award, followed by winning the People's Choice Award at the 2015 Denver Film Festival. The official synopsis reads: "'The Champions' is an inspirational story about the pit bulls rescued from the brutal fighting ring of Atlanta Falcon’s star quarterback Michael Vick, and those who risked it all to save them, despite pressure from PETA and The Humane Society to euthanize the dogs. It is a story of second-chances, redemption and hope. This uplifting documentary takes...
- 11/24/2015
- by Sonya Saepoff
- Indiewire
FilmRise has acquired exclusive worldwide rights to The Champions – the inspirational doc that follows the journey of five pit bulls rescued from Michael Vick's notorious dog fighting ring and those who risked it all to save them. Directed by Darcy Dennett in his documentary debut, The Champions follows the journey of five dogs rescued from Atlanta Falcon’s quarterback Michael Vick's dog fighting ring, as they find their way into loving homes, despite opposition from PETA…...
- 11/24/2015
- Deadline
Plus… FilmRise acquired The Champions; Unified’s Red Band Films wraps shooting on The Rake; and Made In NY grant receipents announced.
Exclusive: Luca Guadagnino’s company has licensed Italian rights to Ferdinando Cito Filomarino’s tale of sexual awakening. Good Films will distribute in Italy and its slate includes Amy and The Lobster.
Antonia. (pictured) screens in Ventana Sur next week and chronicles the sexual awakening of a young female artist in Fascist Italy. Faliro House and Frenesy produced the film and the Italian Ministry Of Culture co-financed. Curator Films handles the bulk of internaitonal sales.
Brooklyn-based FilmRise has acquired exclusive worldwide rights in all media from Preferred Content to The Champions, Darcy Dennett’s documentary about the pitbulls rescued from Atlanta Falcon’s quarterback Michael Vick’s dog-fighting ring.Red Band Films, the new genre division of Unified Pictures, has wrapped filming on psychological thriller The Rake starring Shenae Grimes, Rachel Melvin, [link...
Exclusive: Luca Guadagnino’s company has licensed Italian rights to Ferdinando Cito Filomarino’s tale of sexual awakening. Good Films will distribute in Italy and its slate includes Amy and The Lobster.
Antonia. (pictured) screens in Ventana Sur next week and chronicles the sexual awakening of a young female artist in Fascist Italy. Faliro House and Frenesy produced the film and the Italian Ministry Of Culture co-financed. Curator Films handles the bulk of internaitonal sales.
Brooklyn-based FilmRise has acquired exclusive worldwide rights in all media from Preferred Content to The Champions, Darcy Dennett’s documentary about the pitbulls rescued from Atlanta Falcon’s quarterback Michael Vick’s dog-fighting ring.Red Band Films, the new genre division of Unified Pictures, has wrapped filming on psychological thriller The Rake starring Shenae Grimes, Rachel Melvin, [link...
- 11/24/2015
- ScreenDaily
Read More: Denver Film Festival Announces Full Schedule, Including 'Anomalisa' and 'Son of Saul' The 38th Denver Film Festival has unveiled its juried and audience award winners for this year's festival. The festival featured over 250 films, representing 39 countries and 17 titles from local Colorado productions. According to organizers, this year also attracted over 55,000 filmgoers during the 12-day celebration. Here are all the honorees listed below: People's Choice Award Winners Narrative Feature: "Brooklyn" Dir. John Crowley Documentary Feature: "The Champions" Dir. Darcy Dennett Short Film: "The House is Innocent" Dir. Nicolas Coles Music Video: "Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats 'S.O.B.'" Dir. Greg Barnes Juried Award Winners The Maysles Brothers Award for Best Documentary Film: "Hitchcock/Truffaut" Dir. Kent Jones The Krzysztof Kieślowski Award for Best Feature Film: "Rams" Dir....
- 11/17/2015
- by Sonya Saepoff
- Indiewire
Read More: 'White God' Director on Unleashing 250 Dogs on Budapest and Why More Films Should Take Risks An exclusive trailer has been released for the deeply emotional documentary "The Champions," which follows the rehabilitation and rescue of abused dogs recovered from dogfighting compounds in order to provide them with a second chance at non-violent life. The official synopsis reads, "'The Champions' is an inspirational story about the pit-bulls rescued from the brutal fighting ring of Michael Vick, and those who risked it all to save them, despite pressure from PETA and The Humane Society to euthanize the dogs. A story about second-chances, redemption and hope, this documentary takes us on a journey about prejudice, the power of resilience and the significance of human/animal relationships." The film is directed by Darcy Dennett and will screen at the 2015 Hamptons International Film Festival. Catch a peek of the heartbreaking story and.
- 10/8/2015
- by Aubrey Page
- Indiewire
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