Magenta Edge Films, the new specialty label from Bob Yari’s Magenta Lights Studios, has picked up Sabrina Greco’s dark comedy Lockjaw.
Greco’s first feature about life with your mouth wired shut bowed at Slamdance last year and is set to hit theaters from Aug. 8, before a VOD and digital release on Sept. 8.
“Magenta Edge Films moved quickly to bring Lockjaw into its early slate following its festival run. The film heralds a bold and witty voice in independent cinema that immediately stood out to us. The film is genuinely funny, with a sharp comedic voice and a confidence that marks a strong feature debut from Sabrina Greco. Supporting filmmakers and their creative voices is at the core of Magenta Edge, and we are excited to champion Sabrina and help bring her film to audiences.” Bill Vergos, head of digital film distribution at Magenta Light Studios and Magenta Edge Films, said in a statement.
Lockjaw stars Blu Hunt as Rayna, Colin Burgess as Mitch, her new boyfriend, Kevin Grossman as Noah, Nick Corirossi as the magician Robert, Ally Davis as artist Cleo, Sally Sum as Annabelle and Lena Redford as Genevieve. “Six weeks after a drunk-driving accident that left her jaw wired shut, Rayna tries to have a fun night out with her friends. Over the course of a wild night, she strains existing relationships and makes new enemies,” a synopsis from the film’s producers states.
