A24 Acquires US Distribution Rights to ‘Pillion’ Starring Alexander Skarsgard and Harry Melling

News

A24 has acquired US distribution rights to Harry Lighton’s UK feature debut Pillion starring Harry Melling and Alexander Skarsgard.

The distributor acquired the film from worldwide sales agent Cornerstone Films. Release plans are not yet confirmed.

About the Film

Pillion shot this summer in the UK and is currently in post-production. Based on Adam Mars-Jones’ novel Box Hill, the film follows a romance between a shy young man and the handsome leader of a kinky, queer motorbike club.

Crew and Production

Element Pictures’ Emma Norton, Ed Guiney and Andrew Lowe are producing the film with Lee Groombridge.

The film is financed by BBC Film and the BFI, in association with Fremantle, Picturehouse Entertainment and September Film. Picturehouse will release the film in the UK, having made Pillion its first production venture, with September distributing in Benelux.

Executive Producers

Executive producers are BBC Film’s Eva Yates, BFI’s Louise Ortega, Picturehouse’s Clare Binns, Fremantle’s Christian Vesper, September Films’ Pim Hermeling and Skarsgard.

About Harry Lighton

Element Pictures is owned by Fremantle. Lighton was named a ScreenStar of Tomorrow in 2018.

Conclusion

A24’s acquisition of Pillion marks an exciting development for the film’s US release. With its unique storyline and talented cast, the film is sure to generate buzz in the industry.

Frequently Asked Questions

* What is the plot of Pillion? The film follows a romance between a shy young man and the handsome leader of a kinky, queer motorbike club.
* Who is producing the film? Element Pictures’ Emma Norton, Ed Guiney and Andrew Lowe are producing the film with Lee Groombridge.
* When will the film be released? Release plans are not yet confirmed, but A24 has acquired the US distribution rights.