Soccer drama 'Forza' heads to Tokyo market with international sales deal
Marco Balsamo's film, featuring AC Milan legend Alessandro Costacurta, will be shopped internationally at TIFFCOM.
At a glance
- EST N8 has acquired international sales rights to "Forza"
- The film will be presented at TIFFCOM in late October
- First public screening scheduled for Jakarta Film Week on October 25
- Shot in Bali and Milan; marks Balsamo's directorial debut
A soccer drama titled "Forza" has been acquired for international sales by EST N8, which will present the film at the Tokyo International Film Festival's TIFFCOM market from October 28 to 30. The film was shot between Bali and Milan and marks the directorial debut of Marco Balsamo.
The film will have its first public screening on October 25 at Jakarta Film Week, ahead of its market debut in Tokyo.
Why it matters
The film's acquisition by a sales agent and presentation at a major international market indicates industry confidence in the project's commercial potential.
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