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Michael Angelo Covino and Kyle Marvin Debut 'Splitsville' at Cannes After Six-Year Hiatus

The filmmakers navigated pandemic and strike-related challenges to create a globally appealing comedy set for theatrical release in August 2025.

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Actor Kyle Marvin, Director Michael Covino, Producer Emily Korteweg and TheWrap Executive Editor-Awards, Steve Pond speak onstage during the Film Spotlight: “Splitsville” at the Entertainment Marketing Summit: 78th International Cannes Film Festival on May 17th, 2025 (Photo Credit: Brand Innovators/TheWrap)

Overview

  • Michael Angelo Covino and Kyle Marvin premiered their new comedy 'Splitsville' at the Cannes Film Festival on May 19, 2025.
  • The film marks their return six years after 'The Climb,' with production delayed by the COVID-19 pandemic and SAG-AFTRA strikes.
  • Under a first-look deal with Topic Studios, the duo wrote three scripts, selecting 'Splitsville' for its budget-friendly and marketable design.
  • Distributor Neon partnered with the filmmakers from the project's inception and will release the film in theaters on August 22, 2025.
  • Producer Emily Korteweg highlighted the film's focus on elevated comedy tailored to resonate with a global audience.