Taskovski Films announced November 13 its acquisition for world sales of Dulce Fernandes’ Tales of Oblivion, which world-premiered November 10 in IDFA’s Envision section and which concerns recent archaeological findings in southern Portugal that reveal Portugal’s forgotten role in the transatlantic trafficking of enslaved African people. The film “invokes the distance between what we want to forget and the urgency of memory.”
Comments CEO Irena Taskovski CEO: We’re excited to be the sales agent for Tales of Oblivion. This documentary by Dulce Fernandes uncovers a hidden piece of Portugal’s history, making us think about the past in a new way. The film explores tough topics like human trafficking and colonialism, and it encourages viewers to reflect on what happened. We’re proud to be part of a project that sparks important conversations and helps us understand our shared history better.”
Adds producer Pandora da Cunha Telles for Ukbar Filmes: “Working with [the] Taskovski Documentary powerhouse means unlocking limitless opportunities for our film. They not only connect it with key market players but also act as curators, creating innovative pathways to captivate audiences worldwide.”
Additionally, Taskovski Films is handling world sales on 1001 Days Zikethiwe Ngcobo, Chloe White, described as “a heartwarming film” directed by award-winning documentary filmmaker Chloe White and Kethiwe Ngcobo, and produced by Rose Palmer of Whalebone Films. The film makes its international premiere in the Luminous selection, and “delves into the critical first 1001 days of pregnancy to two years, a period of utmost importance for women in South Africa,” the film notes underline.
This year Taskovski Films celebrates its 20th anniversary. “We revel in two decades of cinematic excellence. Amid this milestone, our commitment to embracing innovative, playful, and daring forms of filmmaking remains unwavering. We persist in captivating and astonishing audiences worldwide with the magic of storytelling that knows no bounds,” the company writes.
