GREECE AUDIO VISUAL ENTERPRISES
Audio Visual Enterprises (A.V.E.) was established more than 20 years ago, and has grown to be Greece's largest production and distribution company. In addition to investing heavily in DVD production technology and e-commerce activities, A.V.E. has also focused on acquiring an increased number of theatrical films . Recent acquisitions include OUT OF TIME, MONSTER, HEAD IN THE CLOUDS starring Charlize Theron, Michael Winterbottom's IN THIS WORLD, Sundance Film Festival hit THE STATION AGENT, BEYOND THE SEA, RODGER DODGER, as well as THE BRIDGE OF SAN LUIS REY starring Robert DeNiro, BEND IT LIKE BECKHAM, IRREVERSIBLE, and APOCALYPSE NOW REDUX. A.V.E. is the exclusive Video distributor for Warner Home Video and Buena Vista Home Entertainment in Greece and Cyprus. A.V.E. has also recently acquired the Studio Canal library of films. A.V.E. has recently acquired the Ster chain of cinemas.
HONG KONG EDKO COMMUNICATIONS
In addition to their impressive production credits (CROUCHING TIGER, HIDDEN DRAGON, HERO) , Edko has acquired and released many theatrical features including: I AM NOT SCARED, IN THIS WORLD, DOOR IN THE FLOOR starring Jeff Bridges and Kim Basinger, Oscar winner NO MAN'S LAND, Palm d'Or winner THE SON'S ROOM, DANCER IN THE DARK, CHILDREN OF HEAVEN and MY BIG FAT GREEK WEDDING, TALK TO HER, and FAR FROM HEAVEN. They distribute 20th Century Fox and Columbia.
ISRAEL A.D. MATALON AND COMPANY
One of the major distribution companies in Israel, A.D. Matalon & Co. is the local distributor for Columbia and 20th Century Fox. In addition A.D. Matalon releases a wide variety of independent titles, from commercial blockbusters K-19 THE WIDOWMAKER, U-571 and AMERICAN PIE; to such specialized fare as Michael Winterbottom's IN THIS WORLD, MEMENTO, COLOR OF PARADISE, NINE QUEENS, and 13 CONVERSATIONS ABOUT ONE THING, ROGER DODGER, and SUNFLOWER.
ITALY DALL'ANGELO PICTURES
Dall'Angelo Pictures is one of the premier production and distribution companies in Italy. Over it's thirty-five year history, the company established itself in the area of producing, but the company has recently become a force in Theatrical, TV and Home Video distribution. Dall'Angelo Pictures has forged strong relationships with many leading film companies, focusing primarily on theatrical films, as well as high profile television movies. Recent theatrical acquisitions include HEARTBREAKERS, THE FOREIGNER, HELP I'M A FISH and THE MIRACLE MAKER. In anticipation of the emerging DVD market in the country, Dall'Angelo Pictures has also been steadily creating a library of classic films and first run DVD titles. Recent acquisitions include; THE LAST EMPEROR, DANCES WITH WOLVES, HALLOWEEN, STRAW DOGS, TAKE THE MONEY AND RUN, PRIZZI'S HONOR and CABARET.
MEXICO CINE, VIDEO Y TELEVISION
Established for more than 16 years in the entertainment industry, Cine, Video Y Television is one of Mexico's leading film distribution and production companies, with an emphasis on specialized theatrical fare, as well as video and television film distribution. CVT releases eight video titles a month and up to 15 theatrical movies a year. Recent acquisitions include WILBUR WANTS TO KILL HIMSELF, WALK ON WATER, KOPS, THE COOLER, GOODBYE LENIN, THE MAN WITHOUT A PAST, DON'S PLUM, DIVIDED WE FALL, INVINCIBLE, PAULINE AND PAULETTE, TRAIN OF LIFE, PI, HIMALAYA and PIEDRAS.
MIDDLE EAST JAGUAR FILM INTERNATIONAL
One of the most established distribution companies in the Middle East, Jaguar Film International has consistently acquired and released major theatrical features in the independent marketplace. With a solid distribution network throughout Lebanon, Egypt and the Gulf States, Jaguar continually reaches the broadest possible audience through its expert marketing capabilities.

Select titles include: MILLION DOLLAR BABY, BASIC INSTINCT 2, UNDERWORLD 2, BEYOND THE SEA, BARBARIAN INVASIONS, THE STATEMENT, RACING STRIPES, AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS, TERMINATOR 3, BLACKOUT, SAHARA, A WALK TO REMEMBER, CROSSROADS, HUMAN STAIN, UNDERWORLD, RUNAWAY BRIDE, AUTUMN IN NEW YORK, BROTHERHOOD OF THE WOLF, 51ST STATE, U-571, AMERICAN PIE, INSOMNIA, FEMME FATALE, MEMENTO.
PHILIPPINES SOLAR FILMS
Solar Films is one of the leading theatrical, video and television distributors in the Philippines. The company started out handling early Jackie Chan films and branched out into English language films. Solar works with many of the key independent film sales companies and most recently acquired MONSOON WEDDING, HABLA CON ELLA (TALK TO HER), THE EYE, MONSTERS BALL, CHARLOTTE GRAY and MIRANDA. Some of their big successes include: U-571, NINTH GATE, SKULLS, BRONX TALE, JUDGE DREDD, WHAT DREAMS MAYCOME, DIE HARD 3 and TOMBSTONE. They were recently named the local distributor for UIP.
PORTUGAL LNK ENTERTAINMENT
LNK is one of the leading theatrical, video and television distributors in Portugal. The company has strong relationships with many of the top production and sales companies and distributes films for New Line Cinema and Miramax. They distribute Video exclusively for 20th Century Fox. Among LNK's recent acquisitions are BASIC INSTINCT 2, BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN, SIN CITY, THE CONSTANT GARDENER, CHICAGO, THE HOURS, FAR FROM HEAVEN, LORD OF THE RINGS, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, THE BRIDGE OF SAN LUIS REY, CODE 46, MORVERN CALLAR, SERENDIPITY, MONSTERS BALL, IN THE BEDROOM, SHIPPING NEWS, KATE & LEOPOLD, THE TOUCH, UNDERWORLD, UNDERWORLD 2, BOOGEYMAN and Bernardo Bertolucci's DREAMERS.
SINGAPORE/MALAYSIA CATHAY ORGANISATION
Established in 1935, Cathay Organization is a multi-faceted entertainment/leisure conglomerate publicly listed on the Stock Exchange of Singapore. Locally, Cathay has produced over 80 films, and owns a library of more than 270 Asian titles. Over the years, Cathay has become one of the top distributors and exhibitors of theatrical films in Singapore and Malaysia, with a history of handling films from many independent sources as well as studios including Columbia and Disney. Cathay owns and operates 17 screens in Singapore (with another 8 under construction) and are building 10 screens in Malaysia. Among its recent independent acquisitions are: LOVE ME IF YOU DARE, LONG WEEKEND, CAMP, RUN LOLA RUN, INSOMNIA, AMELIE, BROTHERHOOD OF THE WOLF, MY BIG FAT GREEK WEDDING, and GOODBYE LENIN.
SPAIN DEA PLANETA
Planeta Group, the parent company of Dea Planeta, is the leading publishing group in Spain and is ranked seventh in the world. With the commitment to expanding operations, Dea Planeta was formed with the express purpose of producing, management of television rights, developing projects and distributing theatrical pictures throughout the territory.
Since its inception, the company has forged strong relationships with many leading film companies, and has gradually been increasing its acquisitions slate with titles including: SKY CAPTAIN AND WORLD OF TOMORROW, PRIME, DOWNFALL, COMING OUT, SAW, MAN ABOUT TOWN, FIND ME GUILTY, COUNTRY OF MY SKULL, LAWS OF ATTRACTION, AN UNFINISHED LIFE, DOOR IN THE FLOOR, the Sam Raimi produced THE GRUDGE, CONFIDENCE, SHATTERED GLASS, SWIMFAN.. Planeta co-produced the award-winning Roman Polanski film THE PIANIST. In addition, they have produced critically acclaimed local documentaries and feature films, including the award-winning THE SMOKING ROOM.
THAILAND TIGA CO., LTD.
Tiga is fast becoming one of the dominant forces in distribution in Thailand. Founded in 1977, Tiga began by focusing on video releasing before making the move into theatrical distribution in the late 1990s. Recent acquisitions include the Jet Li starrer DANNY THE DOG from writer /producer Luc Besson, European blockbuster TAXI 3, HE LOVES ME, HE LOVES ME NOT starring Audrey Tatou and 18 YEARS LATER.
TURKEY OZEN FILMS
Ozen Films is one of the oldest and largest distributor/ exhibitor companies of Film, Video, and television in Turkey. Founded in 1941 Ozen Films is the territorial theatrical distributor for Twentieth Century Fox as well as a distributor for other major independent theatrical movies. The company has close relationships with Lakeshore Entertainment and Summit Entertainment as well as dozens of other production companies. Ozen Films runs 3 cinema complexes and 2 cinema houses totaling close to 20 screens country-wide. Ozen recently acquired MILLION DOLLAR BABY, WEDDING CRASHERS, MONSTER IN LAW, AFTER THE SUNSET, SOLACE, GODSEND, CABIN FEVER, UNDERWORLD, UNDERWORLD 2, BASIC, MIND HUNTERS, THE HUNTED, MOTHMAN PROPHECIES, HUMAN STAIN, JUST VISITING, and AMELIE.
EASTERN EUROPE/EX-YUGOSLAVIA VTI
Video Top International is one of the leading distributors covering the territories of Croatia, Slovenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia and Montenegro, Macedonia, and Albania. Active since 1990, they distribute for UIP in Croatia, Serbia and Montenegro, BVI for theatrical in Serbia, and have been the local distributor for CIC, Fox Video, and Paramount Video. On the independent side, they have recently acquired titles from Lakeshore, Signature, Capitol, and have sub-distributed titles from Overseas Filmgroup, Nu Image, Media 8, Splendid. In addition to its theatrical features, the company releases 2-3 titles per week on video/DVD. Titles include: BLACK DAHLIA, IMAGINARY HEROS, THE WOODSMAN, SHADOWBOXER,
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