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| A 4k restoration of Pan's Labyrinth will have a theatrical release Photo: Courtesy of Studiocanal Classics |
The label will see theatrical releases of films from Studiocanal's 18,000-strong library, along with home entertainment releases.
Over the past seven years, the label has invested close to 25 million euros into the 4K restoration of nearly 1000 classic feature films.
Among the theatrical releases are a 40th anniversary celebration and 4k restoration of Michael Man's Manhunter: The Final Cut, which will open in cinemas on September 25. There will also be a 35th anniversary release for James Cameron's Terminator 2: Judgment Day and a new 4k restoration of Guillermo Del Toro's Pan's Labyrinth. Other notable releases including a Jacques Tati retrospective, again presented in restored 4K.
Worldwide home entertainment releases include a directors’ cut of the Coen brothers’ directorial debut Blood Simple, and Inside Llewyn Davis, Joseph Loseys Accident and Richard Attenborough’s Chaplin.
Studiocanal CEO Anna Marsh said: “We are immeasurably proud to announce Studiocanal Classics today. Our world-class library represents a unique opportunity to champion some of the most beloved, iconic, timeless and influential films spanning more than 100 years of cinema history.
“Through expert restoration, thoughtful curation and innovative audience engagement, we have a responsibility to preserve the enduring impact and cultural legacy of these extraordinary films and filmmakers, while bringing celebrated classics back to cinemas around the world. We believe that every generation, in every corner of the world, should have the opportunity to discover, celebrate and revere some of the greatest films ever made. Because great films live forever.”
Watch clips from some of the selection below:
