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Janus Films Acquires Lav Diaz Drama ‘Magellan’ Starring Gael García Bernal


The 'Magellan' movie starring Gael García Bernal has been acquired by Janus Films for release in North America at an undisclosed time.

Set in the 16th century, the film follows Magellan, a young and ambitious Portuguese navigator who rebels against the power of the King, who doesn’t support his dream of discovering the world. “We are thrilled that Lav Diaz’s work will reach a wider North American audience than ever before through his mesmerizing MAGELLAN, a unique collaboration between the modern master of Filipino filmmaking and one of the finest, most soulful actors of his generation,” said a spokesperson for Janus Films. Added Luxbox, “It is a real pleasure for us to team up again with Janus Films and we strongly believe that MAGELLAN, which is for us a masterpiece of arthouse cinema, is in very good hands.”

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