Roeg Sutherland, co‑head of Creative Artists Agency’s (CAA) media finance department and its international film group, addressed the Zurich Summit on Saturday morning, highlighting a surge in American interest in foreign‑language cinema.
Sutherland said U.S. audiences are increasingly turning to international titles, a trend he believes can be bolstered by the success of the upcoming film “La Bola Negra.” He argued that the movie’s performance could serve as a catalyst for broader optimism in the market.
He also noted that “more money” is now available for film projects than at any previous time, a development he attributes largely to a rise in private‑equity investment flowing into the entertainment sector.
The CAA executive emphasized that this influx of capital, combined with growing audience appetite for global content, creates a favorable environment for producers and financiers seeking to back cross‑border productions.
While no specific financing figures were disclosed, Sutherland’s comments suggest that the convergence of audience demand and private‑equity funding could reshape the economics of international film distribution.
<small>Source: Variety — read the original story there.</small>