Metrograph Pictures Explained

Metrograph Pictures is an American independent film production and distribution company founded in 2019.

History

In 2019, Metrograph announced it would be launching Metrograph Pictures, a distribution company focusing on releasing modern and classic films.^[1]

The company has distributed film restorations including Duet for Cannibals (1969), A Bigger Splash (1973), Possession (1981), Hyenas (1992), Made in Hong Kong (1997), Downtown 81 (2000), and Goodbye, Dragon Inn (2003).^[2]

In February 2024, David Laub joined to expand the company, focusing on acquiring more films and potentially producing and financing additional films.^[3] The company's first acquisition was Good One by India Donaldson, released in August 2024.^{[4] [5]}

In July 2025, it was announced that Metrograph Pictures was quietly dissolving after its distribution film chief David Laub was hired to work as senior vice president of publicity and marketing for Neon. Films they initially bought such as Happyend and Miroirs No. 3 were put back on the film sales market to be bought elsewhere.

Filmography

2020s

Notes and References

1. Web site: NYC Arthouse Cinema Metrograph Launches Theatrical Distribution Company. IndieWire. Kate. Erbland. January 14, 2019. March 22, 2025.
2. Web site: Metrograph Pictures. Metrograph. March 22, 2025.
3. Web site: A24’s David Laub Joins Metrograph Pictures To Expand Label With New Theatrical Releases. Deadline Hollywood. Jill. Goldsmith. February 6, 2024. March 22, 2025.
4. Web site: Metograph Pictures Acquires Sundance Darling Good One: Feature Debut from Director India Donaldson Stars Breakout Lily Collias. February 13, 2024. March 22, 2025.
5. Web site: ‘Good One’ Trailer: The Sundance Coming-of-Age Favorite Is Now Destined for Cannes. IndieWire. Ryan. Lattanzio. May 8, 2024. March 22, 2025.
6. Web site: ‘Meanwhile on Earth’ Trailer: ‘I Lost My Body’ Director Jérémy Clapin’s Live-Action Debut Is a Cosmic Mystery. IndieWire. Samantha. Bergeson. July 17, 2024. March 22, 2025.
7. Web site: ‘The Black Sea’ Trailer: Crystal Moselle and Derrick B. Co-Direct a Verité Ode to Unexpectedly Upending a Life. IndieWire. Samantha. Bergesen. September 26, 2024. March 22, 2025.
8. Web site: U.K. Oscar Contender Santosh Sets U.S. Release Date, Unveils Trailer (EXCLUSIVE). Variety. Naman. Ramachandran. October 23, 2024. March 22, 2025.
9. Web site: GAZER: New Poster And Release Date For Indie Thriller, Out This April. Screen Anarchy. Andrew. Mack. February 4, 2025. March 22, 2025.
10. Web site: ‘April,’ One of 2024’s Best and Most Searing Festival Films, Sets U.S. Release Date. IndieWire. Ryan. Lattanzio. January 17, 2025. March 22, 2025.