Arte France’s documentary ‘Tax Me (If You Can)’ has secured multiple global distribution deals ahead of its premiere.
Arte France has announced that its documentary, Tax Me (If You Can), directed by Thomas Lafarge, has secured multiple distribution agreements with public broadcasters across Europe. The deals were revealed just ahead of the documentary's premiere on Arte's streaming platform, arte.tv, on September 8, 2026, and its forthcoming broadcast on the ARTE channel on September 14, 2026.
As reported by Variety, the Paris-based The Party Film Sales has finalized agreements with prominent European networks including RTVE in Spain, RTS in Switzerland, RTV in Slovenia, and YLE in Finland. These deals come at a time when public broadcasters face significant challenges, making the swift acquisition of the documentary by leading European networks particularly noteworthy.
Estelle de Araujo, co-head of international sales at The Party Film Sales, expressed optimism regarding the quick response from broadcasters. She noted, "Managing to secure leading European broadcasters so quickly, ahead of the first broadcast, is a very encouraging sign, particularly in the current challenging market where public broadcasters and their funding are facing significant pressure." This highlights the growing interest in the themes of wealth concentration and taxation that the documentary addresses.
Tax Me (If You Can) is a timely exploration of economic issues through a lens that scrutinizes the ultra-wealthy. Lafarge, known for his previous work on The World According to Amazon and In the Murky Waters of BNP Paribas, delves into the contrasting concepts of soaring fortunes for the wealthy over the last two decades and the pressing calls for higher taxes.
The documentary engages with current political discourse and showcases perspectives from notable economists like Gabriel Zucman. De Araujo emphasized that the film’s focus on critical issues aims to resonate with global audiences, discussing not just tax policies but also the broader implications of wealth distribution.
With its recent deals sealed, The Party Film Sales is set to pitch Tax Me (If You Can) at the Unifrance Rendez-Vous in Le Havre, running from September 7-10, 2026. De Araujo anticipates additional deals, particularly from regions expressing interest, including the Nordics, Japan, and Eastern Europe.
The documentary's engagement with high-profile economic topics and the challenge of interviewing wealthy individuals about sensitive financial matters serve to heighten its relevance. Lafarge highlighted the difficulty of getting ultra-rich individuals to discuss their finances candidly, an issue that remains prevalent not just in France but globally. The anticipation leading up to its release could further activate discussions around wealth concentration, tax reforms, and socioeconomic equality.
The swift acquisition of Tax Me (If You Can) by multiple broadcasters signals a strong international interest in documentaries addressing challenging economic dialogues. As thematic concerns about wealth and taxation grow in public discourse, Lafarge's film could significantly contribute to ongoing debates about economic policy and social justice, fostering greater awareness and advocacy for change.
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