Searchlight presidents Stephen Gilula and Nancy Utley, will host live action films that del Toro will write, produce and sometimes direct.
A new film label where del Toro can develop horror, sci-fi and fantasy genre projects. All projects will be financed, marketed and distributed by Fox Searchlight.
First picture to go under the new deal is
Antlers has Scott Cooper directing a story about an elementary school teacher who takes in a troubled student that harbors a mysterious family secret with deadly consequences. Script was written by Nick Antosca & Henry Chaisson, based on the short story The Quiet Boy by Nick Antosca. Guillermo Del Toro will produce, with Kevin Turen serving as executive producer.
“For the longest time, I’ve hoped to find an environment in which I can distribute, nurture and produce new voices in smart, inventive genre films and channel my own. In Fox Searchlight, I’ve found a real home for live action production — a partnership based on hard work, understanding of each other and, above all, faith. After the wonderful experience I had with Fox Searchlight on ‘The Shape of Water,’ I am honored to have the opportunity to continue the relationship. I am more than grateful to Nancy, Steve, David and Matthew for their trust in me and for joining me on this adventure,” del Toro said in a statement.
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