Sony Pictures Classics Acquires Cannes’ Documentary Prizewinner ‘Rehearsals for a Revolution’
Sony Pictures Classics has acquired the documentary 'Rehearsals for a Revolution,' which won the best documentary prize at the Cannes Film Festival. The film, directed by Pegah Ahangarani, explores over 40 years of Iran's history through personal narratives and archival footage. This marks a significant debut for Ahangarani, who combines intimate storytelling with broader political themes.
- ▪Sony Pictures Classics acquired all rights to 'Rehearsals for a Revolution' in several regions including North and Latin America and Asia.
- ▪The documentary won the L’Oeil d’Or prize at the Cannes Film Festival.
- ▪Pegah Ahangarani's film combines personal archives and historical footage to depict Iran's political landscape over the last four decades.
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Home Film Global May 22, 2026 5:17am PT Sony Pictures Classics Acquires Cannes’ Documentary Prizewinner ‘Rehearsals for a Revolution’ By Leo Barraclough Plus Icon Leo Barraclough International Features Editor LeoBarraclough Latest Sony Pictures Classics Acquires Cannes’ Documentary Prizewinner ‘Rehearsals for a Revolution’ 13 minutes ago ‘Low Expectations,’ Starring Singer-Songwriter Marie Ulven, Sells to Multiple Territories Following Premiere in Cannes Directors’ Fortnight (EXCLUSIVE) 3 hours ago Spy Thriller ‘Gray,’ Starring Patricia Clarkson, Rupert Everett and Lydia West, Acquired by View TV Studios 20 hours ago See All The Party Film Sales Sony Pictures Classics has acquired all rights in North and Latin America, Asia (except Japan), New Zealand, Turkey, Portugal and worldwide…
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