16/09/2015 - Debut feature has won awards around the world

UK sales agent Starline Entertainment has acquired world rights for Tom Browne’s award winning debut feature Radiator [+see also:
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Genevieve Stevens produced for Turnchapel Films along with Rattling Stick.  Barbara Broccoli (Skyfall [+see also:
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Starline Partner and Director of Acquisitions Piers Nightingale said, “Striking the perfect temperature between sharply observed humour and tender humanity, Radiator has been spreading its warmth across audiences worldwide, shown by its growing collection of awards. We are delighted to be working with Tom, Genevieve and the rest of the team as we bring this wonderful film to the international market."

Browne said, “We are delighted and excited that Starline are bringing Radiator to a worldwide audience. The film has already enjoyed both critically and at festivals internationally proves that its story is of great interest and moment.”