Pacific Northwest Pictures has hired Mark Slone as President, effective today. The announcement was made by PNP CEO Zanne Devine.
Slone is a long-time Canadian distribution executive who previously
held senior leadership positions at Alliance Films and eOne. He’ll be
based in Toronto for PNP. He’ll also be attending Berlin on behalf of
the company.
Said Devine, “PNP has built a strong feature film catalogue of over
100 films released theatrically and across all distribution platforms in
the Canadian market. We recognize that an opportunity exists in this
rapidly changing environment for a flexible film and television
strategy. With Mark joining the team, we are ready for growth. He will
expand our presence in Toronto and look for new opportunities for both
acquisition and production on a national and international basis.”
“With this move we are deepening our existing commitment to film
production, providing the right services to get Canadian movies made,”
added Devine.
“I am beyond enthusiastic to join the PNP team as they embark on this
ambitious growth phase,” commented Slone. “They clearly want to skate
where the puck is going, not where it’s been. I look forward to offering
filmmakers easy access to decision-making, fast replies and true
partnerships in the process of getting their stories to market. With
Zanne on the ground in LA, established Quebec and international sales
partners, and the talented and growing PNP team, we will be able to
embrace innovation, dedication and curation at every stage.”
SVP Emily Alden will continue to manage the release slate and
production and acquisition activities, reporting to Slone. Devine also
announced the hire of Sardé Hardie as Director of Sales and
Acquisitions. Most recently at eOne, Hardie is an experienced and
respected sales executive. She will be based in Toronto and report to
Alden.
Recent successes for PNP include Rob Reiner’s political thriller Shock and Awe, fashion icon documentary The Gospel According to André, and Paul Weitz’ Bel Canto starring Julianne Moore and Ken Watanabe. Today, PNP is opening in Canada, Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Wonders of the Sea 3D and narrated by Arnold Schwarzenegger.
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