Searchlight Pictures has entered into a first-look film and television agreement with Dirty Films, the production company led by Cate Blanchett, Andrew Upton, and Coco Francini. This partnership will see the specialty studio develop and produce feature films alongside Dirty Films, as well as create series for streaming platforms through Searchlight Television.

Matthew Greenfield, president of Searchlight Pictures, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating, “Dirty Films has consistently championed distinctive voices and ambitious storytelling. Cate, Andrew, and Coco are unique creative partners, and we are excited to continue supporting filmmaker-driven cinema through this partnership.”

Representing Dirty Films, Blanchett, Upton, and Francini shared, “We are honored to collaborate with Searchlight Pictures, whose passion for cinema and collaborative spirit align perfectly with our own. Together with Matthew Greenfield and his talented team, we look forward to promoting bold, entertaining, and thought-provoking stories across both film and television for audiences worldwide.”

Cate Blanchett’s connection with Searchlight Pictures dates back to her international feature debut in “Paradise Road.” She has also appeared in several Searchlight releases, including Guillermo del Toro’s “Nightmare Alley” and Richard Eyre’s “Notes on a Scandal,” the latter earning her an Academy Award nomination. Blanchett is a two-time Oscar winner with notable credits such as “Blue Jasmine,” “The Aviator,” “Carol,” and “Tár.”

Recently, Searchlight Pictures and Dirty Films completed production on Alice Birch’s directorial debut, “Sweetsick,” starring Blanchett. The first-look deal was negotiated by Paul Hoffman on behalf of Searchlight Pictures, with Dirty Films represented by CAA during the discussions.

Dirty Films has also recently finished work on Jenny Suen’s “Peaches” and the Zellner Brothers’ “Alpha Gang.” Their recent projects include Warwick Thornton’s “The New Boy,” Christos Nikou’s “Fingernails,” the award-winning podcast “Climate of Change,” and the VR interactive experience “Evolver.”

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