Amazon Studios and Macro Film Studios Reach Multi-Year First Look Deal

Amazon Studios and Macro Film Studios have teamed up for a new venture - a multi-year first look deal.

Under the new pact, Amazon Studios will have first rights to feature film projects Macro develops , will package and produce for Prime Video, which is available in more than 240 countries and territories around the world. News of the partnership was announced by Amazon Studios Head Jennifer Salke, along with Macro Founder and CEO Charles D. King and Macro Film Studios President James F. Lopez.

"With our ongoing goal of sharing MACRO Film Studios' premium and acclaimed content with global audiences, he really isn't a better partner than Amazon Studios," King and Lopez said in a joint statement. "Their reach extends to a national and international core and they are known around the world for their business acumen. and their long-term strategic thinking that is simply unmatched. We are convinced that we will do great things together. »

Salke added: "Charles, James and the whole team at MACRO Film Studios have an incredible track record of championing diverse voices and producing powerful, thought-provoking films. We are thrilled to join their vision in sharing these important stories with our clients around the world."

Macro Film Studios is just a branch of Macro, the cross-platform media company launched by King in 2015 representing the voice and perspectives of black people and people of color. The Company's other business segments include Macro Television Studios, which finances, develops and produces premium television shows, alongside the film studio; M88, the talent representation firm, with renowned clients such as Michael B. Jordan, Idris Elba, Taraji P. Henson and Gemma Chan; UNCMMN, the Digital Creators Management Directorate; branding and creative agency Brand Macro; and an affiliate venture capital firm, Mac Venture Capital.

To date, Macro's film projects have garnered 15 Oscar nominations, including three wins; two trophies came for 2021's "Judas and the Black Messiah," the first film with an all-black production team nominated for Best Picture. The company was also behind "Gentefied", which was nominated for a Peabody Award.

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