Picture Tree Intl. Scores Spanish Supernatural Crime Thriller ‘The Osha Rule,’ Starring Mariela Garriga
¡Prepárate, mi gente! The film scene is buzzing with excitement as the Berlin-based sales agency, Picture Tree Internacional, scoops up the supernatural crime thriller, "The Osha Rule". They're gearing up to turn heads at the Cannes Film Market, where they'll be on the hunt for distribution partners. The cameras are set to roll this August 2024, marking the start of principal photography.
¿Qué crees? "The Osha Rule" masterfully mixes the thrilling world of crime with spine-chilling supernatural horror. The story centers around a young Latino gang member who, after snagging stolen goods from a rival gang, finds himself dragged into a mysterious Santería ritual. But that's just the beginning, amigos. Soon, he and his little sister are plagued by the eerie disturbances of a supernatural entity. Things look grim until a valiant social worker steps in, risking it all to help the siblings dodge their dark destiny.
Adding a dash of star power to this thrilling mix, Mariela Garriga leads the cast under the skilled dirección of Ángel González. You might remember Ángel's debut, "Compulsion", which not only premiered at the Sitges Fantastic Film Festival but also made waves globally on Amazon.
Mariela Garriga isn't just any star, compadres. She's shone brightly in "Mission Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One" and continues her streak in the film's upcoming second instalment. Her talent also graces the Paramount+ series “Bosé”, about the iconic Miguel Bosé, and the Netflix hit “Luis Miguel,” which dives into the life of the beloved Mexican cantante. As if that's not enough, Garriga is also filming "When Nobody Sees Us" with Maribel Verdú, a prestige addition to Warner Bros.'s new streaming service, Max. She's also set to captivate audiences in “Close to Me” alongside Riccardo Scamarcio, directed by the talented Stefano Sardo.
"The Osha Rule" boasts a production dream team that includes Sangre Yoruba, Paul Mateos Verdejo, and Egoitz Rodriguez, with Blacklight Films and Euskalreel stepping in as co-producers, and a little ayuda from RTVE. As the team at Cannes Market puts the final touches on their casting, anticipation is high for the big reveals.
Picture Tree Internacional isn't just bringing "The Osha Rule" to the table. Their Cannes lineup is sizzling with must-see films like Constantin Film's box office sweetheart, “Chantal and the Magic Kingdom,” an enchanting fantasy adventure. Don't miss the heartwarming Finnish father-daughter tango comedy “Butterflies,” the stirring saga of a female hero in “Vena,” the Swedish cinematic treasure “A Quiet Resilience,” and “Raptures,” an innovative drama set against the backdrop of a religious cult in the early 20th century.
With rights extending across home entertainment, VOD, and pay-TV in Spain, and negotiations for domestic theatrical distribution reaching their climax, Picture Tree Internacional is poised to make a splash. So, stay tuned, amigos, because "The Osha Rule" and its compañeros are coming to a screen near you, promising thrills, chills, and a whole lot of cine magia. ¡Qué emocionante!
