Magnolia Pictures and Participant have teamed up to acquire North American rights to the documentary film 'The Grab,' directed by Gabriela Cowperthwaite, known for her work on 'Blackfish.' The film, which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival, delves into the investigative work of journalists from The Center for Investigative Reporting as they uncover the manipulation of essential global resources by powerful entities.
The storyline follows the journalists as they navigate through high-profile sources and confidential data to shed light on the control exerted by countries, corporations, and the elite over crucial resources. The film is set to take viewers on a journey from Arizona to Zambia, exploring the repercussions of this power struggle on food and water scarcity.
Magnolia Pictures and Participant are positioning 'The Grab' as a high-stakes global thriller that exposes the unseen threats posed by the exploitation of vital resources. The film is slated for release in theaters and on demand on June 14.
Gabriela Cowperthwaite expressed excitement about collaborating with Magnolia and Participant, emphasizing their commitment to bold storytelling. The documentary has received critical acclaim, with Variety praising Cowperthwaite's storytelling prowess in unveiling the potential consequences of resource control.
'The Grab' is a production of Center for Investigative Reporting Studios and Rocklin|Faust, with a team of producers dedicated to bringing this essential story to audiences. The film's exploration of national security and global threats through investigative journalism promises to captivate viewers and spark important conversations.
The deal for North American rights was negotiated by Magnolia's SVP of Acquisitions and Participant's content and sales strategy team. International sales are being handled by ROCO Films, ensuring that 'The Grab' reaches a global audience with its eye-opening narrative.
