Montmartre Films to produce Mélanie Laurent’s latest film Freedom

Content powerhouse, Banijay Entertainment, today announces high-end scripted label, Montmartre Films, will produce Mélanie Laurent’s latest film, Freedom, inspired by the real-life story of notorious French robber, Bruno Sulak.

Co-written by Mélanie Laurent and Chris Deslandes, the highly anticipated film will star Lucas Bravo (known for Emily in Paris) and is set to launch exclusively on Prime Video on November 1st. Delving into the fascinating life of Bruno Sulak - often likened to a modern-day Arsène Lupin - who was renowned for his audacious jewellery heists across France in the late 1970s and early 1980s. The film will depict his confrontations with police commissioner Georges Moréas (played by Yvan Attal), and his romantic involvement with Annie (portrayed by Léa Luce Busato). The cast also includes Rasha Bukvic, Steve Tientcheu, David Murgia, Léo Chalié, and Slimane Dazi.

Alain Goldman, CEO Montmartre Films says: 'Freedom is a story of daring escapes, love, and an unwavering quest for freedom. I look forward to bringing Bruno Sulak’s incredible journey to life with Mélanie Laurent's unique directorial vision and Lucas Bravo's compelling portrayal. It promises to be a riveting watch for viewers worldwide, blending drama and action'.

Montmartre Films, led by prolific producer Alain Goldman, joined Banijay France in 2022. The company boasts an impressive slate of premium films and series, with various projects underway, including a remake of L’homme qui rétrécit directed by Jan Kounen and starring Jean Dujardin, and Mercato by Tristan Séguéla featuring Jamel Debbouze.

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