The Playmaker Acquires Zlin Film Festival Winner ‘What the Finn?!’ Ahead of German Films Previews (EXCLUSIVE)
variety.comLeo Barraclough International Features Editor Sales agency The Playmaker has signed with Lieblingsfilm to handle international sales for their Zlin Film Festival winner “What the Finn?!” (“Kannawoniwasein”). “What the Finn?!” is based on the children’s book by Martin Muser, which was adapted for the screen by Klaus Döring, Adrian Bickenbach and Stefan Westerwelle, who is also the director of the film.
The film had its world premiere at Zlin, where it won the main prize, the Golden Slipper Award for Best Feature Film for Children.
The Playmaker will present “What the Finn?!” at the upcoming German Films Previews in Potsdam (July 5 – 8), where it will screen for international buyers.
The Playmaker describes the film as an endearing and funny road movie for the whole family about finding courage and self-confidence.
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