Toronto Platform’s ‘The Currents’ Sold to Dulac Distribution France
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Dulac Distribution Acquires French Rights to “The Currents” Ahead of TIFF Premiere
Overview
Dulac Distribution has secured the French distribution rights to “The Currents” (“Las Corrientes”) from Luxbox Films, ahead of the drama’s world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). This marks the first major territory sale for the Swiss-argentine co-production, wich Luxbox acquired in July 2023.
The Film: ”The Currents” (“Las Corrientes”)
“The Currents” is a drama directed by Milagros Mumenthaler.The film centers on Lina, a 34-year-old Argentine stylist who experiences a sudden urge to return home to Buenos Aires after receiving an award in Switzerland. Upon her return, subtle changes begin to occur within her.
Dulac Distribution’s Strategy
Dulac Distribution plans a wide release of “The Currents” across 80 screens nationwide in france during the first quarter of 2026. This strategy reflects the company’s confidence in the film’s potential and builds upon the success of their previous collaboration on “Chile 1976,” which achieved both critical acclaim and commercial success in France two years prior.
According to Dulac Distribution, they are ”delighted to embark on this new collaboration” with Luxbox. They praised the film as an “elegant drama featuring subtle, almost imperceptible variations,” and highlighted Isabel Aimé Gonzales Sola’s superb performance as the film’s unsettling main character.
Key Players
| Role | Name | Company/affiliation |
|---|---|---|
| Director | Milagros Mumenthaler | Autonomous Filmmaker |
| Distributor (france) | Dulac Distribution | Dulac Distribution |
| International Sales | Luxbox films | Luxbox Films |
| Lead Actress | Isabel Aimé Gonzales sola | Independent Actor |