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A24 Acquires Sundance Dramedy 'Sorry, Baby' for $8 Million

Eva Victor's poignant and darkly comedic film about trauma premiered to acclaim at Sundance, marking one of the festival's few major acquisitions.

Eva Victor appears in Sorry, Baby (Photo by Mia Cioffy Henry)

Overview

  • 'Sorry, Baby,' written, directed, and starring comedian Eva Victor, follows a college professor navigating life after sexual assault.
  • The film premiered at Sundance's Eccles Theatre, receiving a standing ovation for its nuanced and compassionate storytelling.
  • A24 secured the worldwide rights to the film for approximately $8 million after a competitive bidding war with Neon and Mubi.
  • Produced by Barry Jenkins, the cast includes Naomi Ackie, Lucas Hedges, and John Carroll Lynch, among others.
  • The acquisition is one of only three major deals at this year's sluggish Sundance market, alongside 'Together' and 'Train Dreams.'