UPDATE: Picture Tree Intl. has just announced it will handle international sales for the gripping hostage thriller “Last Call,” set to debut ahead of the European Film Market (EFM). The film, directed by Sherif Francis, is inspired by true events and unfolds in real-time on New Year’s Eve 1999 in Athens.
In a dramatic turn of events, a desperate fugitive armed with a live grenade takes a family hostage, demanding to go live on television as the world counts down to the new millennium. As the situation escalates, a young journalist and divided police force become embroiled in the unfolding chaos, captivating an entire nation.
“This film interrogates the powerful themes of media influence and institutional failure,” the filmmakers stated, highlighting its global resonance beyond the story’s original Greek setting.
The film stars an ensemble cast, including Orfeas Avgoustidis, Maria Nafpliotou, Yorgos Benos, and Dimitris Lalos. Produced by Dionyssis Samiotis for Tanweer Productions, “Last Call” emerged victorious from over 300 submissions during the company’s “Tanweer Pitching Days” initiative.
Andreas Rothbauer, founder of Picture Tree Intl., expressed enthusiasm for the project, stating, “It immediately stood out for its gripping real-time structure and international marketability,” emphasizing its potential for theatrical release and premium platforms.
The film is set for a domestic theatrical release in Greece and Cyprus on March 19, targeting over 80 screens nationwide. This urgent project aims to engage audiences with its unpredictable pace and emotional intensity, reflecting the real-life events that inspired it.
As the teaser debuts, anticipation builds for “Last Call,” a film that blends suspense with a critical examination of media dynamics, making it a must-watch for global audiences. Stay tuned for more updates as the story develops and the film premieres at EFM.
