Tag: MK2 Films

EntertainmentOct 27, 2026

MK2 Films Acquires Short Films by Prominent Directors

Paris-based sales company MK2 Films has expanded its catalog by acquiring short films from renowned international directors Brady Corbet, Kleber Mendonça Filho, and Céline Sciamma. The additions were announced during the Lumière Film Festival in Lyon, showcasing the company's dedication to distributing lesser-seen works by established auteurs. The newly acquired projects include Sciamma's introspective 'Tutti Frutti', Mendonça Filho's dialogue-driven 'South of Tehran' featuring Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi, and Corbet's early short 'Protect You + Me'. These films bridge connections to the directors' major feature-length achievements while offering fresh perspectives for festival programming and theatrical showcases.

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Entertainmentfilm-tvOct 7, 2026

MK2 Films Acquires Dardenne Brothers and Archipel 35 Library

Mk2 Films has significantly expanded its prestigious film library by acquiring Denis Freyd’s production company Archipel 35 alongside a collection of movies by renowned directors Jean-Pierre and Luc Dardenne. The strategic deal adds 43 acclaimed titles to a comprehensive collection that now exceeds 1,000 films. At the core of this acquisition are 20 critically acclaimed films created by the Dardenne brothers, known for their powerful explorations of social and political themes concerning youth and hardship. Alongside these works, the catalogue includes contributions from 18 other prominent international and European directors, further cementing mk2 Films' status as a heritage leader.

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