Maude Apatow Directorial Debut ‘Poetic License’ Lands at Sony Pictures Classics After Row K Debacle (EXCLUSIVE)
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Maude Apatow’s feature directorial debut, "Poetic License," has officially been acquired by Sony Pictures Classics. The film stars Leslie Mann and previously earned rave reviews when it premiered at last year’s Toronto International Film Festival.
The acquisition follows a distribution debacle involving the film's original buyer, Row K Entertainment. Prior to landing at Sony Pictures Classics, the saga surrounding the project's release rights had faced complications, with Variety having previously reported on the Row K situation in March.
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Same story, different emphasis — here's what each outlet chose to lead with.
The Hollywood Reporter (US)Focuses on the film's critical acclaim and festival reception.
Variety (US)Emphasizes the resolved distribution drama and previous exclusive reporting.
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