GFD Inks Non-Theatrical ‘Secret of Kells’ Deal | The Irish Film & Television Network

These distribution rights mean that the group will oversee and allow for screenings of the film outside of showings in cinemas and homes. As a result of the move GFD will be in charge of the screenings the film receives in schools, universities, clubs, buses, play groups, pubs and outdoor shows etc. Anyone hoping to show the film in the above mentioned locations should contact the group for more information.

The story for Cartoon Saloon’s ‘Secret of Kells’ takes place in the fortified Kells Abbey in remote 9th century Ireland which is threatened by the Vikings. It tells the tale of twelve-year-old Brendan as he explores the art of illuminating the darkness and discovers the means of protection against the raids of the barbarians. The feature, directed by Tomm Moore (The Three Wise Men) and produced by Paul Young (Skunk Fu), this year enjoyed an Oscar nomination as an animated feature and has previously won an IFTA, the Audience Award for Best Feature Film at the 33rd Annecy Animation Festival in France and the Edinburgh Film Festival’s Standard Life Audience Award. Furthermore Tomm Moore was named Director of the Year and Cartoon Saloon, along with Les Armateurs and Vivi Film, being named Producer of the Year at this year’s Cartoon Movie Tributes.

GFD Communication had its foundation in General Film Distributors Ltd., which was founded in 1958. In 1986 GFD Communication Ltd was founded to reflect the change in emphasis and kind of work being undertaken at that time which had moved on from exclusively distributing Film to Audio Visual, Sound System and related products.

The GFD Film Library supplies Movie Films on Video and DVD to Non-Theatrical audiences throughout the country. For more information about the workings of the company visit www.gfd.ie.

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