Leo Barraclough International Features EditorBerlin-based sales outfit M-Appeal has closed further deals for Jan Gassmann’s “99 Moons” in Italy (Teodora Film), France (La Vingt-Cinquième Heure) and Japan (AT Entertainment), following the film’s world premiere in the Cannes’ ACID sidebar.“99 Moons” follows the passionate and turbulent relationship of Bigna and Frank, two people from different worlds who become entwined in an erotic love story.
With raw and intimate cinematography (Yunus Roy Imer, “Systemcrasher”), the film takes an unflinching look at the magnetism and power games of sexual attraction.
The film is led by first-time actors Valentina Di Pace and Dominik Fellmann.Teodora Film will distribute the film in Italy, with a theatrical release planned in major cities for 2023.
Having recently distributed Joachim Trier’s “The Worst Person in the World,” Teodora has also acquired Italian distribution rights for Cannes Competition title “Triangle of Sadness” by Ruben Östlund.
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