Action Flick & Indie Romance Hit Tokyo Market

The Tokyo International Film Festival's TIFFCOM market is currently showcasing two distinct films to international buyers: the French action-thriller "Red Bird" and the American indie romance "Step Back, Doors Closing."

"Red Bird," directed by Alexandre Laugier, Thomas Habibes, and Houssam Adili, features a plot centered on a young man investigating his father's suspicious death, leading him into a dangerous conspiracy. The film, produced by SOUTHfilms, emphasizes physical action and was released in French cinemas in January. Cappu Films has successfully sold distribution rights for the CIS region and is now seeking further international partners in Tokyo.

Additionally, "Step Back, Doors Closing," written and directed by Carter Ward, tells the story of two strangers who find a connection on a Washington, D.C. Metro train over 24 hours. The film premiered at Dances With Films in 2024 and has been released in the U.S., Canada, and the Caribbean by Freestyle Digital Media. Cappu Films is actively looking for distribution partners in other global territories.

Cappu Films, known for its work with independent filmmakers, represents a diverse library including action, horror, fantasy, arthouse, TV series, and classic Hong Kong cinema.