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Woolf's Novel Inspires Modern Romantic Comedy
4 Feb
Summary
- Film secures numerous international distribution deals.
- Ensemble cast includes acclaimed actors like Timothy Spall.
- Story follows an astronomer avoiding romance in Edwardian London.
WestEnd Films has finalized numerous international distribution deals for "Virginia Woolf's Night & Day," a contemporary un-romantic comedy drawing inspiration from Virginia Woolf's celebrated novel. The film is set to premiere at the EFM market, with its first international trailer now released.
The ensemble cast features notable actors such as Haley Bennett, Timothy Spall, and Jack Whitehall. Distribution agreements have been reached for territories including the U.K., Italy, Spain, Portugal, Poland, the Middle East, and for airline screenings. Wild Bunch is handling distribution for Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
Directed by Tina Gharavi and written by Justine Waddell, the film centers on Katharine Hilbery, an astronomer who actively avoids romantic entanglements. WestEnd highlights the film's blend of Edwardian aesthetics with themes of activism and social change, noting the contemporary relevance of exploring women balancing career and romantic love.
