Together Films has secured international sales rights for “Lowland Kids,” a documentary produced by Darren Aronofsky that follows the story of Louisiana’s Isle de Jean Charles, which is facing severe climate-related threats. Directed by Danish filmmaker Sandra Winther, the film centers on two teenagers, Howard and Juliet, and their uncle Chris, as they confront the uncertainties of resettlement due to rising sea levels and previous devastation from Hurricane Ida in 2021.
The film is a collaborative project involving several production companies, including Protozoa and Misfit Entertainment. It illustrates the painful realities of climate change and the displacement of entire communities. Winther expressed excitement about sharing this impactful story, while the CPH:DOX program commended the film for its intimate storytelling that captures the essence of being a climate refugee in the U.S. South.
The documentary aims to bring attention to critical environmental issues and will kick off with its world premiere in Copenhagen on March 24, following earlier iterations that debuted in 2019. The acquisition deal was facilitated by Sarah Moss from Together Films and Lizzie Gillett of Misfit Entertainment, with plans for a campaign to engage U.S. audiences affected by climate change.
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