CANNES (May 19, 2016) – Film Mode Entertainment (FME), one of the leading independent entertainment companies, specializing in the sales, licensing, representation, marketing and distribution of commercially viable content across the globe announces Mathilde Epstein has joined FME as COO to the ever-expanding company.
“I’m thrilled to announce Mathilde has officially joined Film Mode.” Said Clay Epstein, President of Film Mode Entertainment. “Mathilde and I met in the industry years ago, and soon after married. I am extremely lucky to have her in my life as both my partner in life and business. Her experience in and approach to global sales is unmatched. Having led various companies through their most lucrative times and as an IFTA Board Member, she has tireless worked for the betterment of our industry. As COO, her operational prowess, and savoir affaire will be a vital asset in in the company’s growth and success.
Epstein grew up in Lyon, France and earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Business and Marketing from the Ecole Superieure de Commerce in Bordeaux, France.
In 2006, Epstein joined Lightning Entertainment, as Director of International Sales. In 2008, she was promoted to Vice President of International Sales, where she took on more managerial duties in addition to her sales responsibilities and subsequently as Head of Sales, where her responsibilities included the expansion to the entire sales and acquisitions department.
Epstein has played a key role in the global distribution of such prestigious titles as JUNEBUG starring Academy Award Nominee Amy Adams, COLUMBUS CIRCLE with Selma Blair, Amy Smart, Giovanni Ribisi and Jason Lee,KILL THE IRISHMAN with Ray Stevenson, Val Kilmer Vincent D’Onofrio, Christopher Walken and Linda Cardellini,THE MERRY GENTLEMAN starring Academy Award Winner, Michael Keaton, Kelly MacDonald and Bobby Cannavale, STAND OFF directed by Academy Award Winner Terry George with Brendan Fraser, TROUBLE WITH BLISS with Academy Award Winner Brie Larson and Thomas C. Hall, ASK ME ANYTHING with Britt Robertson, BONNEVILLE, starring Academy Award Winner, Jessica Lange, Academy Award Winner, Kathy Bates and Academy Award Nominee, Joan Allen, and MOMENT OF TRUTH with Academy Award Nominee, Thomas Haden Church, Academy Award Winner, Melissa Leo and Academy Award Nominee Elisabeth Shue.
“ I’m excited to be working alongside Clay.” Said Mathilde.“Although the company is still new, we have accomplished a great deal in a year. We believe in the strength of a husband and wife team and feel confident we are poised for continued growth with the team we have assembled.
Additionally, Mathilde Epstein was listed in the Screen Daily 50 Future Leaders in Sales and Acquisition. She is a Board Member of the Independent Film and Television Alliance (IFTA) and lives in Los Angeles with her husband and son.
About Film Mode Entertainment
Film Mode Entertainment is a leading worldwide sales agent and production entity, focusing on commercially driven feature films of all genres and budget sizes. Film Mode represents projects at all stages of the filmmaking process, often as Executive Producer, with the aim of helping our producers and distributors achieve maximum exposure for their films. Film Mode’s recent successes include SUGAR MOUNTAIN starring Jason Momoa, LITTLE PINK HOUSE starring two time, Academy Award nominated, Catherine Keener and the SXSW official entry, THE GOOD NEIGHBOR starring the legendary James Caan. Upcoming productions include VIKING DESTINY starring Terence Stamp. In 2017, Film Mode launched DocMode to focus on award winning Documentaries that impact the world. Film Mode is based in Beverly Hills, CA. with a satellite office in New York City.
Film Mode Entertainment is a leading worldwide sales agent and production entity, focusing on commercially driven feature films of all genres and budget sizes. Film Mode represents projects at all stages of the filmmaking process, often as Executive Producer, with the aim of helping our producers and distributors achieve maximum exposure for their films. Film Mode’s recent successes include SUGAR MOUNTAIN starring Jason Momoa, LITTLE PINK HOUSE starring two time, Academy Award nominated, Catherine Keener and the SXSW official entry, THE GOOD NEIGHBOR starring the legendary James Caan. Upcoming productions include VIKING DESTINY starring Terence Stamp. In 2017, Film Mode launched DocMode to focus on award winning Documentaries that impact the world. Film Mode is based in Beverly Hills, CA. with a satellite office in New York City.
-posted by Vanessa McMahon
