Beta Cinema Acquires 'Agnes & Amir' Ahead of Munich Premiere
Originally published Jun 26, 2026
By Leo Barraclough · Variety
AI-generated summary based on Variety · Aggregated by Filmarian · Human-reviewed and approved on Jun 26, 2026
Key points
- Beta Cinema acquired international sales rights for 'Agnes & Amir' before its Munich Film Festival premiere.
- The film is a feel-good comedy based on a true story directed by Helena Hufnagel.
- The story follows Iranian refugee Amir as he awaits a decision on his status in Germany.
Beta Cinema has secured international sales rights for the feel-good comedy 'Agnes & Amir' ahead of its premiere at the Munich Film Festival. Directed by Helena Hufnagel, the film is based on a true story and centers on Iranian refugee Amir awaiting a decision on his status in Germany. The acquisition highlights the film's potential for global distribution and audience appeal. The film's heartwarming narrative and real-life inspiration are expected to draw attention from international buyers and festival attendees.
Read the original story: Variety — by Leo Barraclough