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Ali Asgari's 'A Bit of Light' secures international distribution ahead of Venice premiere

Sales company Salaud Morisset closed distribution deals across Europe and Latin America for the Iranian drama prior to its debut in Venice.

Updated Aug 26, 2026 · 12:26 UTC1 reports

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International distribution rights for director Ali Asgari's new film 'A Bit of Light' have been acquired across multiple territories ahead of its Venice premiere.
The drama, which stars Misagh Zareh, centers on a physician in contemporary Iran whose life unravels after his arrest by the government.
Sales agent Salaud Morisset has secured deals in countries including France, Italy, Spain, and Brazil, with additional territories currently in negotiations.

Salaud Morisset closed distribution agreements for 'A Bit of Light' in France, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Benelux, Bulgaria, Greece, and Brazil.[The Hollywood Reporter]
Offers for distribution in the United Kingdom, Germany, and Central Europe remain under active negotiation.[The Hollywood Reporter]
The film is scheduled to make its world premiere in competition at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival, taking place September 2–12.[The Hollywood Reporter]
Misagh Zareh stars as a medical practitioner in Iran who resolves to take his own life following his arrest by state authorities and the closure of his practice.[The Hollywood Reporter]
The project was produced by Milad Khosravi of Seven Springs Pictures alongside several co-production entities.[The Hollywood Reporter]

Distribution agreements for the United Kingdom, Germany, and Central Europe have not yet been finalized.[The Hollywood Reporter]