HanWay Filmshas boarded sales onCatherine Hardwickes upcoming comedy dramaA French PursuitstarringToni Collette, ahead of the EFM.
Simon will produce via New Sparta Productions alongside Collette with her Vocab Films production shingle.
They previously worked together onMiss You Alreadyand most recently onMafia Mamma.
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Maremako Films acted as the exclusive agent for the French producers in negotiating the remake option with CCM.
Its going to be irresistible, heartwarming fun, said CEO Hanway Films Gabrielle Stewart.
Toni Collette is represented by CAA, Jen Turner at Finley Management and United Management.
Olivia Hetreed is represented by Curtis Brown and Gersh.
