Writer/director Stephen de Villiers’ debut feature film, The Run, has been picked up by Rialto for theatrical release in Australia and New Zealand. The dystopian thriller, shot in South Australia, follows a reluctant smuggler and a runaway teenage mother navigating a desolate coastal world while evading relentless pursuers.

The film stars Callan Mulvey, Charlotte Maggi, Felix Cameron, Taylor Wiese, and Tim Phillipps. Produced by Chloe Gardner for Arterial Films, the movie premiered at the Adelaide Film Festival and is now a contender for Best Feature at the South Australian Screen Awards.

Cinematographer Michael Tessari received the Gold award at the Australian Cinematographers Society Awards for his work on the project. The distribution deal with Rialto was finalized before the American Film Market, with global sales managed by Global Constellation.

De Villiers expressed excitement about partnering with Rialto, praising the audience response at the Adelaide Film Festival. Gardner highlighted Rialto’s support for Australian cinema, emphasizing their enthusiasm for The Run. Rialto CEO Kelly Rogers commended the film’s emotional depth, ensemble performances, and captivating visuals, stating that it deserves to be experienced on the big screen.

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