Mubi, the arthouse streaming service, has secured the worldwide rights to 'Making Marie Antoinette', a captivating documentary offering an intimate glimpse into the production of Sofia Coppola's iconic 2006 film. This behind-the-scenes look is a testament to the enduring legacy of Coppola's mother, Eleanor Coppola, who directed the documentary using over 80 hours of footage she shot on the set of her daughter's third feature film. The film stars Kirsten Dunst as the ill-fated Queen of France, alongside Jason Schwartzman, Judy Davis, Rose Byrne, and Jamie Dornan, who made his film debut. The production's attention to detail, particularly in costume design, was recognized with an Oscar for Milena Canonero.
Sofia Coppola, in a heartfelt statement, shared her mother's vision for the documentary, which came to fruition during the pandemic. She expressed the emotional journey of revisiting the footage, capturing the film's production through Eleanor's eyes, both as a filmmaker and a mother. The documentary's production team, including Sofia Coppola, Lorenzo Mieli, Mario Gianani, Rachel Dengiz, and Youree Henley, ensured a meticulous editing process with Aaron Matthews, incorporating insights from Eleanor's close friends, Davia Nelson and Liz Bird. The film's financing came from Mediawan-owned Our Films and Entourage Pictures.
Mubi's acquisition of 'Making Marie Antoinette' is a strategic move, building on their successful distribution of Sofia Coppola's last feature, 'Priscilla'. Efe Cakarel, Mubi's founder, praised Sofia Coppola's unique voice and sensibility, emphasizing the documentary's bold, beautiful, and irreverent nature. The release plans for 'Making Marie Antoinette' are yet to be announced, leaving audiences eagerly anticipating this intimate portrait of a legendary film production.
