Nanni Moretti’s 'It Will Happen Tonight' has been widely sold prior to its Venice premiere, marking a significant pre-festival success.
Veteran Italian director Nanni Moretti has secured significant international sales for his latest film, “It Will Happen Tonight.” The announcement was made by the Paris-based international sales company Playtime, which has pre-sold the film ahead of its world premiere at the Venice Film Festival. The film will be showcased in competition, adding to its anticipation.
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“It Will Happen Tonight” features prominent actors, including French star Louis Garrel and Italian A-lister Jasmine Trinca, known from works like "La Storia" and "Supersex." The movie has already been distributed across various markets, including Germany (Neue Visionen), Austria (Panda), and Switzerland (Xenix), among others. This broad distribution indicates strong interest in Moretti’s latest venture.
Nicolas Brigaud-Robert, co-CEO of Playtime, emphasized Moretti's reputation in European cinema, stating, "With 'It Will Happen Tonight,' he takes on Italian romance as a genre, bringing to it his unmistakable Moretti touch." His comments provide insight into the film's thematic focus and the challenge of entering a well-trodden genre.
The film marks a notable return for Moretti, as it's been over twenty years since he launched a movie at the Venice Film Festival. During his career, he has presented nine movies at Cannes, showcasing his established status in international cinema. While specific plot details for “It Will Happen Tonight” remain undisclosed, it is reportedly inspired by the short story collection “Hungry Heart” by Israeli author Eshkol Nevo.
Moreover, Sacher Film and Fandango produced the film, collaborating with RAI Cinema. The independent European group Vuelta is co-producing through its French division, further highlighting the film’s international collaborative spirit.
The wide pre-sale of “It Will Happen Tonight” underscores audience and distributor confidence in Moretti's work. As the film prepares for its premiere, both new viewers and longtime fans are likely to have heightened expectations for this love story, which aims to sweep them off their feet according to the distributor's commentary.
The Venice premiere not only garners attention for the film but also raises Moretti's profile as he once again enters a competitive festival circuit. With European cinema continuously evolving, fans are eager to see how Moretti infuses modern sensibilities into traditional romantic storytelling.
As “It Will Happen Tonight” gears up for its debut at the Venice Film Festival, the film will be subject to scrutiny from critics and audiences alike. Whether it resonates with the festival's audience remains to be seen, but its strong sales indicate a promising start. With the competitive landscape of film festivals, how this film fares could influence Moretti's future projects and his position within the cinematic landscape.
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