Naomi Osaka-Produced Tennis Drama ‘Julie Keeps Quiet,’ Belgium’s Oscar Entry, Gets North American Deal With Film Movement (EXCLUSIVE)
variety.comElsa Keslassy International Correspondent Film Movement has bought North American rights to Belgium Oscar entry “Julie Keeps Quiet” which is executive produced by tennis champion Naomi Osaka, and world premiered at Cannes’ Critics Week.
A feature debut directed by Leonardo Van Dijl, “Julie Keeps Quiet” went on to play Karlovy Vary and Toronto, and will next screen at the BFI London Film Festival following its Cannes bow.
The movie will have its U.S. premiere at the Hamptons Film Festival. The drama stars newcomer Tessa Van den Broeck as Julie, a young and promising tennis player who faces a dilemma when her prominent coach is suspended after the suicide of a former prodigy.
Suspicions of inappropriate conduct arise and pressure starts mounting for Julie to speak up. As she refrains from sharing her experiences, her silence leaves the investigation and the coach’s future in limbo. “Julie Keeps Quiet” is slated for a theatrical release in early 2025 and will be followed by a roll out on all leading digital platforms and home entertainment.
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