Outsider Pictures Will Bring Venezuela’s 2024 Oscar Submission ‘The Shadow of the Sun’ to U.S. Theaters Next Spring (EXCLUSIVE)

variety.com:

Jamie Lang Paul Hudson’s Outsider Pictures has acquired U.S. theatrical rights to Venezuela’s 2024 International Feature Oscar submission “The Shadow of the Sun” by director Miguel Angel Ferrer. “The Shadow of the Sun” is the story of Alex, a young deaf man who asks his older brother Leo to accompany him in a musical competition.

With the help of his brother’s voice, Alex has the chance to fulfill a lifelong dream, one that will push his skills to their limit and test his resilience in a culture not interested in inclusion. “Part of the reason I made this movie, and what I know it’s successfully achieved from all the reactions that we’ve gotten, is for Venezuelans to see their invincible spirit on the screen,” said Ferrer. “The story has already been accepted by all Venezuelans who have seen it, regardless of political inclination, societal status, sexual orientation, religion, etc.” “Although the film’s main narrative is an intimate tale, Ferrer says the film also explores larger themes relevant to all Venezuelans. “The movie is not political on the surface, but underneath the story, there’s an undercurrent of economic struggles, gangs, and all the trials and tribulations that every single Venezuelan knows like the back of their hand. “Despite everything, the characters persist and make it to the finish line.