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London, 2 July 2007
Verve And Dogwoof Swell Ranks Of Independent Distributors In FDA

Film Distributors’ Association (FDA), the trade body for UK theatrical distributors, announced today that Verve Pictures and Dogwoof Pictures are joining FDA with immediate effect. This brings FDA membership to twenty companies, including fourteen UK independents.

Verve Pictures’ current release is The Flying Scotsman, directed by Douglas Mackinnon. The remarkable true story of cycling gold medalist, Graeme Obree, the film features a highly acclaimed performance by Jonny Lee Miller in the title role, alongside Laura Fraser, Billy Boyd and Brian Cox. This autumn, Verve will release Jon Poll’s new comedy, Charlie Bartlett, starring Robert Downey, Jnr, Hope Davis and Anton Yelchin.

Dogwoof Pictures recently launched Nick and Marc Francis’s riveting documentary, Black Gold, with a West End premiere. Their latest release is Olivier Peyon’s Les Petites Vacances starring Bernadette Lafont as an enigmatic grandmother who takes her two grandchildren on an extended holiday. Specialising in independent world cinema, Dogwoof is very pro-active in reaching audiences through online initiatives.

Mark Batey, FDA Chief Executive, said:

“In recent years, both Verve and Dogwoof have established themselves successfully in a crowded market place through innovative marketing and careful distribution of a wide range of specialised films. We are really delighted that they are joining FDA and look forward to their expert contributions to industry matters.”

For further information

Julia Short, Verve Pictures
Tel 020 7436 8000
Email: julia@vervepics.com
www.vervepics.com

Anna Godas, Dogwoof Pictures
Tel 020 7395 1217
Email: anna@dogwoofpictures.com
www.dogwoofpictures.com

Mark Batey, FDA
Tel 020 7437 4383
Email: mbatey@fda.uk.net
www.launchingfilms.com