The distributor has acquired North American, UK and Australian and New Zealand rights to Ross Partridge’s drama.

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Partridge also stars as a kindly man who coaxes a young girl to join him for a week at his rural getaway. Newcomer Oona Laurence also stars.

The film is based on the novel by Bonnie Nadzam.

The Orchard plans a 2016 release after Danielle DiGiacomo brokered the deal with ICM Partners.