Apichatpong Weerasethakul’s Four Restored Films Acquired by The Match Factory for World Sales
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Mubi-owned sales company The Match Factory has acquired the international rights to four newly 4K-restored feature films by Thai auteur Apichatpong Weerasethakul. The acquired works span over a decade of the director's career and include his acclaimed 2010 Palme d'Or winner, 'Uncle Boonmee Who Can Recall His Past Lives.'
The sales outfit plans to officially launch the restored quartet at the upcoming Venice International Film Festival.
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The Hollywood Reporter (US)Highlights the Venice debut context and singles out 'Uncle Boonmee'.
Variety (US)Emphasizes the technical 4K restoration and the career-spanning timeline.
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