Fandango Sales Boards Venice Opener ‘The Girl With the Leica’

Fandango Sales has acquired international sales rights for the film "The Girl With the Leica," directed by Alina Marazzi. The film has been selected to open the Venice Film Festival's Horizons section. This marks a significant acquisition for Fandango Sales, positioning the film for global distribution.

"The Girl With the Leica" offers a portrait of Gerda Taro, a pioneering German-Jewish photojournalist. Taro was also a war photographer, an anti-fascist, and an artist whose significant legacy has historically been overshadowed. The film aims to bring her contributions to the forefront.

The selection as the opening film for the Venice Film Festival's Horizons section, which typically showcases emerging and innovative cinema, highlights the film's potential artistic merit and its role in contemporary discourse. The festival is scheduled to take place from August 28 to September 7, 2024.

Alina Marazzi, the director, is known for her work exploring complex historical and personal narratives. Her previous films have often delved into themes of memory, identity, and the role of women in history. "The Girl With the Leica" is expected to continue this thematic exploration through the lens of Taro's life and work.