Alpha Violet has secured international sales rights to ‘Prince’ by Federico Borgia prior to its world premiere at the London Film Festival.
On September 3, 2026, it was announced that Paris-based sales agency Alpha Violet has obtained the international sales rights to the dark comedy film, ‘Prince’, directed by Uruguayan filmmaker Federico Borgia. The film is set to have its world premiere at the 70th BFI London Film Festival this October.
‘Prince’ invites audiences into the realms of class disparities and domestic absurdity, set against the opulent yet decaying backdrop of Punta del Este, Uruguay. The narrative follows Jaime, a former lover turned butler, who finds himself in a peculiar situation after the sudden death of Isabel, a wealthy Argentine woman. Her will stipulates that her Afghan Hound, Prince, inherits her luxurious estate—an arrangement that complicates familial relationships amid greed and personal turmoil. Former heirs to Isabel's properties, including her estranged son and granddaughter, move into the estate to contest Prince's inheritance, leaving Jaime to grapple with mounting pressures to protect both Prince and the estate from family disputes.
Led by producer Pancho Magnou Arnábal and co-producer Isabel García of Montelona, ‘Prince’ also involves Daniel Werner from Werner Cine and Federico Eibuszyc of Pucará Cine. The film features performances from actors including Roberto Suárez, Maitina De Marco, and Esteban Bigliardi. This film marks Borgia’s solo feature directorial debut, following his previous works such as ‘Clever’ (2015) and the award-winning documentary ‘The Champion of the World’ (2019).
In remarks about the acquisition, Keiko Funato of Alpha Violet emphasized the film's unique blend of humor and poignancy, noting that it is an unexpectedly playful exploration of greed, loyalty, and family dysfunction. Funato, alongside Virginie Devesa, expressed enthusiasm for the film’s distinctive narrative quality. This acquisition aligns with Alpha Violet's broader goal of championing original and compelling cinema, with a diverse slate that includes other projects like ‘Memorizu’, ‘Sad Girlz’, and ‘Flies’.
The acquisition of ‘Prince’ by Alpha Violet indicates a growing interest in international storytelling, particularly those that encapsulate cultural nuances. With its themes of class division and personal grief, the film has the potential to resonate widely with audiences, especially at a prestigious event like the London Film Festival.
The world premiere of ‘Prince’ at the London Film Festival will provide a crucial platform for the film to gain international exposure. As global audiences continue to seek diverse narratives that reflect complex human experiences, the film may capture attention, potentially enhancing Borgia's profile in the global cinema landscape.
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