Mubi Buys Mascha Schilinski’s Cannes Competition Film ‘Sound of Falling’ for U.S., U.K., Ireland, Turkey and India (EXCLUSIVE)

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It’s been learned that Mubi has acquired the rights to Mascha Schilinski’s film “Sound of Falling,” which competed at Cannes, for distribution in the U.S. and various international regions, according to our source.

Besides the U.S. Mubi has taken “Sound of Falling” for the U.K., Ireland, Turkey and India.

The play, which had its first performance a week ago and received overwhelming praise, is the next project from Schilinski after her 2017 debut “Dark Blue Girl.”

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The recently premiered drama is Schilinski’s latest work following her successful debut in 2017 with “Dark Blue Girl.”

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Last week, the new play from Schilinski was unveiled to great acclaim. It serves as a follow-up to her hit debut “Dark Blue Girl” from 2017.

Mubi is a haven for anyone passionate about cinema, according to Schilinski. It’s where art-house masterpieces mingle with fresh, intriguing films and hidden cinematic treasures that might otherwise be overlooked. We’re thrilled that ‘Sound of Falling’ has become part of Mubi’s film family, she stated. I’ve been by its side throughout its journey, ensuring its protection until now. It was granted the privilege of its world premiere in competition at the Festival de Cannes, and I can’t wait to see it embark on its new adventure with Mubi,” the director concluded.

Fionnuala Jamison, managing director of MK2 Films, remarked that working with Mubi feels more like continuing a discussion rather than sealing a deal. They both have a profound appreciation for cinema in all its manifestations, and this new partnership is another milestone in a relationship based on shared curiosity and creative faith. Notably, MK2 is handling the global distribution of “Sound of Falling”.

According to Guy Lodge of EbMaster’s, the film was praised as a powerful epic that propels its director into the major filmmaking circles. The movie is incredibly impressive due to its remarkably balanced and daring approach in its sophomore effort.

Mubi has recently added another acquisition to its collection, this time secured during the Cannes Film Festival. Additionally, the company has obtained the rights for Kleber Mendonça Filho’s “The Secret Agent” in North America, Latin America (excluding Brazil), the United Kingdom, Ireland, and India.

The company created “The Mastermind” and kept control of various regions for its release, even before the festival started, they acquired distribution rights for the United Kingdom, Ireland, Latin America, Turkey, and India for Joachim Trier’s “Sentimental Value.” This film was met with a stunning 15-minute standing ovation on Wednesday at the festival. Throughout the event, Mubi also secured various rights – including those for the U.S. – for Lynne Ramsey’s “Die My Love,” and later acquired distribution rights for Latin America and India for Julia Ducournau’s genre-blending drama “Alpha.

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2025-05-22 15:46