Company Research Report: Roadside Attractions

Company Overview

• Name: Roadside Attractions

• Mission: Roadside Attractions is known for producing and distributing commercially and critically successful films with an emphasis on innovative strategies to maximize theatrical box office success.

• Founded: 2003

• Key People: Howard Cohen and Eric d’Arbeloff, co-presidents.

• Headquarters: 7920 Sunset Blvd., #402, Los Angeles, CA 90046

• Number of Employees: No information is available.

• Revenue: No information is available.

• Notable Achievements:

• Since its founding, Roadside Attractions films have grossed over $500 million.

• The company has garnered 23 Academy Award® nominations.

• Known for the releases like "The Peanut Butter Falcon," "Judy," "I Can Only Imagine," and "Manchester by the Sea."

Products

Film Distribution and Production

• High-Level Description: Roadside Attractions is an independent film distributor focused on releasing both independent and commercial films in North America. The company is known for its capacity to identify promising films from various film festivals and procure their distribution rights for North American markets.

• Key Features:

• Focus on independent films with distribution strategies that maximize box office returns.

• Strong emphasis on innovative marketing strategies to create impact in both commercial and specialty markets.

Recent Developments

Recent Acquisitions and Releases

1. Pamela Anderson’s ‘The Last Showgirl’

• Acquired North American rights; planned for an awards-qualifying run in Los Angeles.

• The film won the Special Jury Prize at the 2024 San Sebastián Film Festival.

2. ‘Riff Raff’

• Acquired for U.S. rights with Lionsgate’s Grindstone Entertainment Group.

• Features an all-star cast including Jennifer Coolidge, Ed Harris, Bill Murray, Gabrielle Union, Pete Davidson.

• Scripted by John Pollono, directed by Dito Montiel.

3. ‘Bob Trevino Likes It’

• Acquired after winning Audience and Grand Jury Awards at SXSW.

• To be released in early 2025; stars Barbie Ferreira and John Leguizamo.

4. ‘Exhibiting Forgiveness’

• Acquired Titus Kaphar’s acclaimed Sundance drama.

• Starring André Holland and features a storyline about an artist disrupted by his father’s re-entry into his life.

• Scheduled for nationwide release during the fall awards season.

New Partnerships and Strategic Moves

• Engagement with several strategic partners like Signature Films and Canopy Media Partners for co-productions.

• Formation of alliances with established directors and producers to enhance their film portfolio with unique narratives and storytelling.

Roadside Attractions continues to focus on distributing and producing films that are both commercially viable and critically acclaimed, maintaining a reputation for innovative execution within the highly competitive film distribution market.