EXCLUSIVE: Samuel Goldwyn Films has acquired North American rights to Heads or Tails?, a Western starring John C. Reilly as Buffalo Bill, which they’ve slated for release in theaters this year, following its world premiere at this year’s Cannes Film Festival.
Also starring Nadia Tereszkiewicz and Alessandro Borghi, the film takes place after a deadly rodeo and a stolen kiss, as Rosa and her cowboy lover flee across the Italian wilderness, pursued by Buffalo Bill and the story he refuses to rewrite.
Alessio Rigo de Righi and Matteo Zoppis (The Tale of King Crab) are the pic’s directors. It’s produced by Tommaso Bertani and Alex C. Lo.
“HEADS OR TAILS? is highly original and our favorite film from Cannes this year,” said Samuel Goldwyn CEO Ben Feingold. “We are excited to bring the film to theaters and other platforms after its release in Italy later this year.”
The filmmakers commented, “We’re beyond thrilled to bring our western, Heads or Tails, to North American audiences! This is a major milestone for us, and we’re honored to partner with Samuel Goldwyn Films, whose enthusiasm and belief in the film has been inspiring. We’re very grateful to be setting out on this journey with their team.”
Miles Fineburg negotiated the deal for Samuel Goldwyn Films, with Steven Farneth and Jason Ishikawa of Cinetic Media negotiating on behalf of the filmmakers. RAI Cinema is handling international sales.
