EXCLUSIVE: Anick Poirier has been promoted to svp of international sales at Seville International as the company arrives in Toronto with a seven-strong slate.
The Montreal-based boutique sales division of eOne handles sales on festival world premiere selections Andrew Currie’s The Steps, Julio Medem’s Ma Ma and Hany Abu-Assad’s The Idol.
Also receiving their world premieres are Leena Yadav’s Parched and André Turpin’s Endorphine, while Andrew Cividino’s Sleeping Giant and Tim Godsall’s Len And Company are in line for North American premieres.
Poirier most recently served as vp of international sales at Seville International, which launched in March 2014. She joined the eOne fold when the company acquired Les Films Séville in 2008.
She has overseen an inaugural slate that featured Xavier Dolan’s Mommy and upcoming release It’s Only The End Of The World, as well as Sophie Deraspe’s The Wolves and The Olive Tree by Iciar Bollain.
“It’s been a privilege representing Seville International’s talented producers and filmmakers and finding homes around the world for our incredible films,” said Poirier.
“What an exhilarating ride it’s been so far and I’m fortunate to have such a strong team. The best is yet to come.”
“Anick’s passion and commitment to our partners are second to none,” said eOne Features president Xavier Marchand.
“With her knack for finding great projects, she has built Seville International into the leading independent boutique label with films from Canada and around the world. We are excited for TIFF and more success from Anick and her team in the coming months.”
Prior to Les Films Séville, Poirier served as senior sales executive at Cinar Corporation and worked as district sales manager Eastern Canada Division for Buena Vista Home Entertainment Canada.
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