Amcomri Entertainment Acquires Interest in Screen Media Library assets for the UK and Ireland
Acquisition enhances profitability and solidifies rights to over 750 hours of feature films and TV content
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, July 11, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Amcomri Entertainment Inc. (“Amcomri” or the “Company”) (NEO: AMEN) (Frankfurt: 25YO) (OTC: AMNNF) announced today that Positivor Limited, an entity jointly owned by the Company and Bohemia Media Limited (the “Purchaser”) has acquired several high-quality Screen Media library assets for the UK and Ireland. Following the acquisition, the assets comprising the library will be distributed by Amcomri’s subsidiary, 101 Films in those territories.
“These acquisitions are in keeping with our high-margin business model, and build on our proven success in content acquisition,” said Robert Price, chief executive officer of Amcomri. “Having previously licensed the UK and Ireland distribution rights for this library, we already know how marketable these assets are. By acquiring the library assets, we increase our share of revenue and extend our distribution rights for the long-term.”
Andy Lyon, chief executive officer of 101 Films, added: “We are pleased to have secured long-term distribution rights for the UK and Ireland for these assets which include titles starring many of Hollywood’s and prime time’s finest celebrities, from Charlize Theron, Daniel Craig, and Jason Momoa to Kelsey Grammer, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Courtney Cox.”
Phil Hunt, founder of Bohemia Media Limited and Head Gear Films, commented: “The forming of this strategic alliance to purchase the Screen Media library assets for the UK and Ireland, further strengthens the mutually beneficial relationship we have enjoyed with Amcomri over the past three years.”
The Purchaser is majority-owned by Amcomri Productions Limited. The Purchaser is funding the purchase price with the proceeds of a loan from Head Gear Films, a financier of independent film and television. In connection with the loan the Purchaser has granted the lender security over the several Screen Media library assets that the Purchaser acquired.
Forward-Looking Statements
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About Amcomri Entertainment Inc.
Amcomri Entertainment Inc. (NEO: AMEN) (Frankfurt: 25YO) (OTC: AMNNF) provides global distribution capabilities for independent movie, documentary and TV series producers as well as for its own in-house productions. With decades of experience across all key media platforms, Amcomri is rapidly becoming the go-to team for independent producers seeking the broadest possible audience for their productions. The Amcomri Entertainment Inc. group of companies includes 101 Films, 101 Films International, Hollywood Classics International, Appreciated Media Global, Amcomri Productions and Abacus Media Rights.
For further information about Amcomri, see its disclosure documents on SEDAR at www.sedar.com or visit the company’s website at www.amcomrientertainmentinc.com.
About Bohemia Media
Bohemia Media is a London-based production and distribution company, representing film, TV, performance and theatre arts. Launched by Phil Hunt, managing director of UK-based Bankside Films and Head Gear Films, and producer Lucy Fenton, it focuses on projects made by under-represented groups.
Contact Information
Larry Howard
Amcomri, Chief Financial Officer
Email: larry.howard@amcomri.com
Phone: +353-87-686-8255
Pierre Boucher
MBC Capital Markets Advisors, President
Email: pierre@maisonbrison.com
Phone: 514-731-0000
