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Clio Barnard's Cannes Film Secures International Sales
Originally published Jun 4, 2026
By Ellise Shafer · Variety
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Key points
- Clio Barnard's film won the audience award at Cannes Directors’ Fortnight.
- The film 'I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning' has been sold internationally through Charades.
- Charades is handling worldwide rights for the film following its Cannes premiere.
Clio Barnard's film 'I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning' has won the audience award at Cannes Directors’ Fortnight and secured international sales through Charades. The film, which premiered at the Cannes sidebar, has attracted buyers across multiple territories. Paris-based sales company Charades is handling worldwide rights for the film. The deal underscores the growing interest in Barnard's work following its success at the prestigious festival.
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