Rebuilding has found U.S. distributor Bleecker Street. Pathe This wonderful film stars award-winning actor Josh O’Connor in the title role. Max Walker-Silverman helms the film, masterfully creating Dusty’s heartbreaking story. Dusty, a cowboy with a landscape-altering past, specifically his ranch home burning to the ground after a record-shattering wildfire hammers his state of Montana. In a bid to reclaim his life, Dusty embarks on a journey of reconnection with his estranged daughter and ex-wife, exploring themes of resilience and family bonds.
Rebuilding premiered in the Premieres Section at the Sundance Film Festival. It dramatically transformed the Broadway landscape with its incisive storytelling and brilliant execution. The film vividly portrays Dusty’s struggles as he navigates the aftermath of the wildfire, reconstructing his life alongside fellow survivors in an emergency camp. This emotional backdrop opens up a tremendous opportunity for some deep character evolution. It’s responsible for the tenderest moments of this year’s impressive festival, making it truly one to remember.
Key Collaborations and Sales
Bleecker Street has a proven track record of fruitful partnerships, and this purchase is their second joint venture with director Max Walker-Silverman. The pair first collaborated on A Love Song, a film that landed critical praise in 2022. With Bleecker Street taking the lead, they negotiated the deal with CAA Media Finance for Rebuilding. Creative producer Miranda King held down the fort for the creative team during development negotiations.
Bleecker Street recently purchased the U.S. rights for Rebuilding. At the same time, mk2 Films has come aboard to handle international sales. This partnership will help bring the film to a worldwide audience. Ultimately, it will make it more visible to international markets, cementing its position in the overall exotic cinematic landscape.
Upcoming Release Details
There’s a big wave of excitement for Rebuilding as it prepares to have its world premiere. Come see us at the San Francisco International Film Festival this Thursday, April 17th! After this event, Bleecker Street would like to release the film theatrically nationwide later this year. Finally, it’s the synergy between a great story and an outstanding ensemble cast that will excite and engage moviegoers from coast-to-coast.
Already, expectations are sky-high for Rebuilding. We can’t wait to watch audiences engage with Dusty’s journey of healing and reconciliation. The film’s journey through personal loss and recovery strikes at the heart of what many are going through, making it an especially relevant and inspirational film to today’s world.