Key Facts
Mubi has acquired worldwide rights to 'Making Marie Antoinette,' a documentary by the late Eleanor Coppola that offers an intimate behind-the-scenes look at Sofia Coppola's 2006 film 'Marie Antoinette.' The documentary marks the 20th anniversary of the original film and is built from approximately 80 hours of previously unseen footage shot by Eleanor Coppola on set.
Details of the Documentary
The footage was captured in 2005 at the Palace of Versailles, where Sofia Coppola's production became the first film ever granted permission to shoot at the historic site. The documentary showcases the craftsmanship behind the film, including Milena Canonero's lavish costume design and the experience of a young female director tackling a daring period piece on a grand scale.
Edited by Aaron Matthews, with input from Eleanor Coppola's close friends Davia Nelson and Liz Bird, the documentary fulfills Eleanor's wish to turn the material into a feature-length film. Diane Lane voices Eleanor Coppola, reading passages from her journals that reflect on her time on set and her relationship with her daughter.
Impact and Significance
'Making Marie Antoinette' is both a portrait of the making of a landmark film and an intimate mother-daughter story. Efe Cakarel, Mubi's Founder and CEO, praised Sofia Coppola as a defining filmmaker and noted that revisiting the film through Eleanor's eyes is incredibly moving. Sofia Coppola said she and her mother began reviewing the footage during lockdown, and it was always Eleanor's wish to create a feature-length documentary.
Production and Release
The documentary is produced by Lorenzo Mieli, Mario Gianani, Rachel Dengiz, Youree Henley, and Sofia Coppola. Financing came from Our Films (a Mediawan company), Mediawan Rights, and Entourage Pictures. Mubi will announce release plans in the near future.
What Readers Should Know
- The documentary features 80 hours of unseen footage from the set of 'Marie Antoinette.'
- It was shot at the Palace of Versailles in 2005.
- Diane Lane provides the voice of Eleanor Coppola.
- Mubi holds worldwide rights and will distribute the film.
FAQ
What is 'Making Marie Antoinette' about?
It is a documentary directed by Eleanor Coppola, featuring behind-the-scenes footage from the set of Sofia Coppola's 2006 film 'Marie Antoinette,' capturing the filmmaking process and the mother-daughter relationship.
Who acquired the rights to the documentary?
Mubi acquired worldwide rights to 'Making Marie Antoinette.'
When was the footage shot?
The footage was shot in 2005 at the Palace of Versailles during the production of 'Marie Antoinette.'
Who voices Eleanor Coppola in the documentary?
Diane Lane reads passages from Eleanor Coppola's journals in the film.