The Martin Scorsese documentary ‘Made in England: The Films of Powell and Pressburger’ has been acquired by Mubi. The arthouse streaming platform has secured rights for several territories. The documentary, produced and narrated by Scorsese, will have its world premiere at the Berlin Film Festival.
Directed by David Hinton, the documentary is described as Scorsese’s personal and moving look at two of British cinema’s greatest filmmakers. Powell and Pressburger have created timeless classics like “The Red Shoes” and “Black Narcissus.” Scorsese has expressed deep admiration for their work, calling it grand, poetic, and wise.
The documentary takes a deep dive into the genius of Powell and Pressburger, with Scorsese sharing his personal journey of being captivated by their films from a young age. The film is produced by Nick Varley and Matthew Wells and has notable executive producers such as Olivia Harrison and Thelma Schoonmaker.
Financed by BBC Film and the National Lottery through Screen Scotland, the film has gained substantial support from various entities. The deal for the documentary was struck between Altitude Film Sales and Mubi. This acquisition is a remarkable development for both the documentary and the platform.
