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‘Red Bird’ Sells in CIS as D.C. Romance Seeks International Partners
At the Tokyo International Film Festival market, Cappu Films sold the French action film ‘Red Bird’ to Kinologistika LLC for the CIS region.
The CIS includes Russia and other former Soviet states.
‘Red Bird’ follows Max as he investigates the unexplained death of his father, who worked covertly as Red Bird, and uncovers a dangerous plot.
The film was shot in Marseille and released in French cinemas in January.
Cappu Films has also taken on international sales for ‘Step Back, Doors Closing,’ a romance set in Washington, D.C. It follows two strangers who meet on a Metro train and spend 24 hours talking as a relationship develops.
After its 2024 premiere at Dances With Films, it was released in the U.S., Canada and the Caribbean, and Cappu is seeking partners in other territories.
Cappu Films sold the French action film “Red Bird” to Kinologistika LLC for the CIS region.
The deal was announced as the film was offered to international buyers at the TIFFCOM market in Tokyo.
Cappu Films has also taken on international sales for the American indie romance “Step Back, Doors Closing.”
“Red Bird” was directed by Alexandre Laugier, Thomas Habibes and Houssam Adili and produced by SOUTHfilms.
“Step Back, Doors Closing” follows two strangers who meet on a Washington, D.C. Metro train and develop a romance over 24 hours.
- Who
- Cappu Films sold “Red Bird” to Kinologistika LLC and took on international sales for “Step Back, Doors Closing.
- What
- Red Bird” secured a distribution deal for the CIS region. Cappu Films is seeking international partners for the romance.
- When
- The deal was reported on October 29, 2026, during the Tokyo market.
- Where
- The deal covers the CIS region, including Russia and other former Soviet states. The films were presented at TIFFCOM in Tokyo.
- Why
- Not stated
This story does not have two clearly opposing sides.
Step Back, Doors Closing” bowed at Los Angeles’ Dances With Films.
Red Bird” was released in French cinemas.
Cappu Films’ CIS deal for “Red Bird” was reported as both films were offered to buyers at the Tokyo TIFFCOM market.
- Buyer
- Kinologistika LLC
- Territory
- CIS region, including Russia and other former Soviet states
- Red Bird” directors
- Alexandre Laugier, Thomas Habibes and Houssam Adili
- Step Back, Doors Closing” setting
- Washington, D.C.
- Step Back, Doors Closing” duration
- 24 hours
What people are saying
‘Red Bird’ brings the energy of its filmmakers and stunt team directly to the screen. We’re pleased to have secured a CIS deal and look forward to introducing the film to more distributors in Tokyo.
I could not be more proud or excited to partner with Cappu Films. Their support means the world not only to myself, but our entire cast and crew. We can’t wait for international audiences to see the version of Washington, D.C. we know and love. One where meet-cutes are still possible, and single weekends can change the trajectory of our lives forever.