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Charades Acquires Worldwide Rights to Clio Barnard's Next Film
2 Feb
Summary
- Charades secured worldwide rights for Clio Barnard's upcoming film.
- The film adapts Keiran Goddard's novel and features a strong ensemble cast.
- BBC Film and BFI are co-financing, with Curzon handling UK distribution.

Charades has acquired the worldwide rights to Clio Barnard's anticipated film, "I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning." This project, previously announced in 2025, is based on Keiran Goddard's novel and adapted by writer Enda Walsh.
The film features a notable ensemble cast, including Anthony Boyle, Joe Cole, Jay Lycurgo, Daryl McCormack, and Lola Petticrew. It tells the story of five childhood friends whose youthful dreams of the future begin to fade as they reach thirty.
Produced by Tracy O'Riordan, the film is co-financed by BBC Film and the BFI, with National Lottery funding. Curzon Film is set to handle the United Kingdom distribution. The film will be launched at the European Film Market in Berlin.




