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BAC FILMS International

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BAC FILMS International
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Bac Films Distribution
Websiteurl
bacfilms.com
Company typeenum
Private
Founded yearint
1986
Short descriptiontext

BAC Films International is a Paris-headquartered independent film sales, distribution, and production company founded in 1986, serving international distributors, French exhibitors, and filmmaker co-production partners across Europe and worldwide.

Operating statusenum
Operating
Ownership categoryenum
Headcount rangeband
11–50
akta.pro rankint
HeadquartersParis, France
HQ citystring
Paris
HQ countrystring
France
HQ regionstring
Europe
Markets served

Serves global market

Offices1 record

Each record includes

City, Country, Type, Description, Source

Keyword5 values
film distribution, international sales, film production, independent cinema, theatrical distribution
Industry3 codes
1International Sales & Licensing (Territory Pre-Sales)
CodeMPADAJACPrimaryYes
2Theatrical Distribution (International)
CodeMPADAJABPrimaryNo
3Co-Production & Treaty Structuring
CodeMPADAAACPrimaryNo
NAICS code3 codes
  • Motion Picture and Video Distribution51212
  • Motion Picture and Video Distribution512120
  • Motion Picture and Video Production512110
SIC code2 codes
  • Services-Motion Picture & Video Tape Distribution7822
  • Services-Motion Picture & Video Tape Production7812
Product category
Film Distribution & International Sales
GTM motion1 record

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Type, Description, Source

Revenue model3 records
1French Theatrical Distribution
TypeTransaction Fee
Description

BAC Films releases films theatrically in France, generating revenue through box office receipts, theatrical rentals, and downstream rights (home video, TV, VOD). The company distributes across multiple genres including animation, drama, documentary, thriller, and comedy.

bacfilms.com
2International Sales (World Sales)
TypeLicensing Royalties
Description

BAC Films licenses film rights to international distributors across territories, generating revenue through upfront minimum guarantees and performance-based participation. The company maintains a catalog of over 550 films and actively manages international sales for its library titles.

bacfilms.com
3Film Production
TypeLicensing Royalties
Description

BAC Films co-produces and finances feature films alongside other production companies. Productions include Yakari, The Spectacular Journey (co-produced with Dargaud Media, Wunderwerk, Belvision, France 3 Cinéma, Gao Shan Pictures), The Siren (co-produced with Special Touch), Villa Caprice (JPG Films), and in-development titles Trash et Madeleine and Wolfmother.

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Marketing channels5 records

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Distribution channels4 records

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Cost components4 values
Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others
GTM typeB2B
B2B
Offering typeServices
Services
Core offering1 text field

BAC Films International is a Paris-based independent film company that operates three core divisions: French theatrical distribution (releasing feature films to French cinemas), international sales and licensing of film rights to foreign distributors across global territories, and film production and co-production of independent features. The company manages a catalog of more than 550 films and represents titles from established auteurs for worldwide exploitation, generating revenue through minimum guarantees, back-end participation, theatrical rentals, and downstream rights.

Differentiator
Functional benefit
Problem solved
Quantifiable outcome1 of 3 values shown
  • 10 Palme d'Or winners in catalog of 550+ films
+2 more records
Product overview1 text field

BAC Films International operates as an independent European film studio with three integrated divisions: Distribution France (theatrical release in France), International Sales (worldwide rights licensing), and Production (film development and financing). Founded in 1986, the company has released over 550 films including 10 Palme d'Or winners. Their portfolio spans independent auteur cinema, high-profile English-language projects, and animated features. Notable current productions include Yakari the Spectacular Journey, The Siren, and Trash et Madeleine.

Product and service4 records
1Distribution France
2International Sales (World Sales)
CategoryFilm International Sales & Licensing
Description

International sales and licensing of film rights to distributors worldwide, including festival submissions, territory-by-territory sales, and management of a catalog of over 550 films. The international sales division is co-headed by Marine Goulois and Andrea Dos Santos (since 2019), with Christine Gagliardo as Head of Servicing.

3Film Production (Co-Production)
CategoryFilm Production & Co-Production
Description

Film production and co-production services, developing and financing independent feature films for French and international markets. Active and in-development titles include Yakari The Spectacular Journey, The Siren, Villa Caprice, Trash et Madeleine, and Wolfmother.

4Downstream Rights Exploitation (VOD, Home Video, TV)
CategoryFilm Rights Exploitation (Secondary Windows)
Description

After theatrical release, BAC Films exploits downstream rights including VOD, DVD/home video, and television licensing. Managed by Frédéric Guillot (Royalties and international business affairs manager) covering French TV, video, and VOD sales.

Scale indicator4 records

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Type, Value, Description, Source

Partnership9 partners
1Dargaud Media
Strategic tierMajorTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Co-producer of Yakari, The Spectacular Journey alongside Wunderwerk, Belvision, France 3 Cinéma, and Gao Shan Pictures. Dargaud Media brings its extensive children's entertainment catalog and publishing expertise to this animated feature.

2France 3 Cinéma
Strategic tierMajorTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

French public broadcaster co-producer of Yakari, The Spectacular Journey. France 3 Cinéma provides financing and broadcast rights for the animated feature as part of BAC Films' co-production structure.

3Special Touch (Sébatien Onomo)
Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Co-producer of The Siren (La Sirène) with BAC Films. Special Touch is an independent production company contributing to the animated feature project developed by BAC Films.

4JPG Films
Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Co-producer of Villa Caprice (The Case) alongside BAC Films. JPG Films is a production company led by Jean-Pierre Guérin and David Grumbach that co-finances and co-produces feature films distributed by BAC.

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5Les Films d'Ici
Strategic tierMajorTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Co-producer of Funan alongside Epuar, Bac Cinema, and Lunamine. Les Films d'Ici is a renowned French documentary and animation production company that partnered with BAC Films on this acclaimed animated feature about the Khmer Rouge revolution.

6Kinovista
Strategic tierMinorTypeChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor
Description

Co-distributor with BAC Films of LETO by Kirill Serebrennikov in France. Kinovista handles joint theatrical distribution of this Cannes-selected film alongside BAC Films' French distribution operations.

7Valéry du Péloux / Artisans du Film
Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Producer of Young and Alive (L'Époque) by Matthieu Bareyre. Artisans du Film served as the production company for this documentary, with Valéry du Péloux as producer.

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8David Grumbach (President)
Strategic tierCoreTypeOthers
Description

David Grumbach has been President of BAC Films since taking over the company in 2013. He leads the company's strategy, international acquisitions, and co-production activities, having expanded BAC Films to include ambitious English-language projects and high-profile auteur films.

bacfilms.com
9Hopscotch Cinema
Strategic tierMinorTypeChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor
Description

Australian film distribution company handling Die My Love (starring Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson, scheduled for Cannes 2025 competition) in Australian territories. Hopscotch serves as a territorial distributor for BAC Films' acquired titles.

Recent move7 records

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Expansion highlight4 records

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Weaknesses4 records

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Competitive moat4 records

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Key risks6 records

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Key highlights7 records

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Named customers4 records

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Segment3 records

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Ideal customer profile3 records

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Profiles16 records

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Funding rounds1 record

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Investors1 record

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BAC FILMS International

Film Distribution & International Salesbacfilms.com

BAC Films International is a Paris-headquartered independent film sales, distribution, and production company founded in 1986, serving international distributors, French exhibitors, and filmmaker co-production partners across Europe and worldwide.

BAC FILMS International firmographics

Firmographics
Name
BAC FILMS International
Legal name
Bac Films Distribution
Website
https://bacfilms.com
Company type
Private
Founded year
1986
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
11–50 employees
Short description
BAC Films International is a Paris-headquartered independent film sales, distribution, and production company founded in 1986, serving international distributors, French exhibitors, and filmmaker co-production partners across Europe and worldwide.
Ownership category
akta.pro rank

BAC FILMS International industry classification

Industry
Product category
Film Distribution & International Sales
NAICS
Motion Picture and Video Distribution (51212), Motion Picture and Video Distribution (512120), Motion Picture and Video Production (512110)
SIC
Services-Motion Picture & Video Tape Distribution (7822), Services-Motion Picture & Video Tape Production (7812)
akta.pro primary industry
International Sales & Licensing (Territory Pre-Sales) (MPADAJAC)
akta.pro secondary industries
Theatrical Distribution (International) (MPADAJAB), Co-Production & Treaty Structuring (MPADAAAC)

Keywords

  • Film distribution
  • International sales
  • Film production
  • Independent cinema
  • Theatrical distribution

Where BAC FILMS International is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Paris
HQ country
France
HQ region
Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

BAC FILMS International business model

Business model
GTM type
B2B
Offering type
Services
Cost components
Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

  1. French Theatrical Distribution: BAC Films releases films theatrically in France, generating revenue through box office receipts, theatrical rentals, and downstream rights (home video, TV, VOD). The company distributes across multiple genres including animation, drama, documentary, thriller, and comedy.
  2. International Sales (World Sales): BAC Films licenses film rights to international distributors across territories, generating revenue through upfront minimum guarantees and performance-based participation. The company maintains a catalog of over 550 films and actively manages international sales for its library titles.
  3. Film Production: BAC Films co-produces and finances feature films alongside other production companies. Productions include Yakari, The Spectacular Journey (co-produced with Dargaud Media, Wunderwerk, Belvision, France 3 Cinéma, Gao Shan Pictures), The Siren (co-produced with Special Touch), Villa Caprice (JPG Films), and in-development titles Trash et Madeleine and Wolfmother.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

BAC FILMS International product offering

Product offering

Core offering

BAC Films International is a Paris-based independent film company that operates three core divisions: French theatrical distribution (releasing feature films to French cinemas), international sales and licensing of film rights to foreign distributors across global territories, and film production and co-production of independent features. The company manages a catalog of more than 550 films and represents titles from established auteurs for worldwide exploitation, generating revenue through minimum guarantees, back-end participation, theatrical rentals, and downstream rights.

Product overview

BAC Films International operates as an independent European film studio with three integrated divisions: Distribution France (theatrical release in France), International Sales (worldwide rights licensing), and Production (film development and financing). Founded in 1986, the company has released over 550 films including 10 Palme d'Or winners. Their portfolio spans independent auteur cinema, high-profile English-language projects, and animated features. Notable current productions include Yakari the Spectacular Journey, The Siren, and Trash et Madeleine.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

  • Distribution France
  • International Sales (World Sales) International sales and licensing of film rights to distributors worldwide, including festival submissions, territory-by-territory sales, and management of a catalog of over 550 films. The international sales division is co-headed by Marine Goulois and Andrea Dos Santos (since 2019), with Christine Gagliardo as Head of Servicing.
  • Film Production (Co-Production) Film production and co-production services, developing and financing independent feature films for French and international markets. Active and in-development titles include Yakari The Spectacular Journey, The Siren, Villa Caprice, Trash et Madeleine, and Wolfmother.
  • Downstream Rights Exploitation (VOD, Home Video, TV) After theatrical release, BAC Films exploits downstream rights including VOD, DVD/home video, and television licensing. Managed by Frédéric Guillot (Royalties and international business affairs manager) covering French TV, video, and VOD sales.

Quantifiable outcome

  • 10 Palme d'Or winners in catalog of 550+ films
  • +2 more outcomes

Companies that use BAC FILMS International

Customer profile

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

BAC FILMS International technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed No

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BAC FILMS International partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered major, core and minor.

  • Dargaud MediamajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-producer of Yakari, The Spectacular Journey alongside Wunderwerk, Belvision, France 3 Cinéma, and Gao Shan Pictures. Dargaud Media brings its extensive children's entertainment catalog and publishing expertise to this animated feature.
  • France 3 CinémamajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFrench public broadcaster co-producer of Yakari, The Spectacular Journey. France 3 Cinéma provides financing and broadcast rights for the animated feature as part of BAC Films' co-production structure.
  • Special Touch (Sébatien Onomo)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-producer of The Siren (La Sirène) with BAC Films. Special Touch is an independent production company contributing to the animated feature project developed by BAC Films.
  • JPG FilmscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-producer of Villa Caprice (The Case) alongside BAC Films. JPG Films is a production company led by Jean-Pierre Guérin and David Grumbach that co-finances and co-produces feature films distributed by BAC.
  • Les Films d'IcimajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-producer of Funan alongside Epuar, Bac Cinema, and Lunamine. Les Films d'Ici is a renowned French documentary and animation production company that partnered with BAC Films on this acclaimed animated feature about the Khmer Rouge revolution.
  • KinovistaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCo-distributor with BAC Films of LETO by Kirill Serebrennikov in France. Kinovista handles joint theatrical distribution of this Cannes-selected film alongside BAC Films' French distribution operations.
  • Valéry du Péloux / Artisans du FilmminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProducer of Young and Alive (L'Époque) by Matthieu Bareyre. Artisans du Film served as the production company for this documentary, with Valéry du Péloux as producer.
  • David Grumbach (President)coreOthersDavid Grumbach has been President of BAC Films since taking over the company in 2013. He leads the company's strategy, international acquisitions, and co-production activities, having expanded BAC Films to include ambitious English-language projects and high-profile auteur films.
  • Hopscotch CinemaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAustralian film distribution company handling Die My Love (starring Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson, scheduled for Cannes 2025 competition) in Australian territories. Hopscotch serves as a territorial distributor for BAC Films' acquired titles.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

BAC FILMS International competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Market position

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

BAC FILMS International social profiles

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BAC FILMS International financial estimates

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BAC FILMS International leadership team

Management profile

Number of profiles

Profiles16 records

BAC FILMS International funding detail

Funding detail

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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BAC FILMS International M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about BAC FILMS International

What does BAC FILMS International do?

BAC Films International is a Paris-based independent film company that operates three core divisions: French theatrical distribution (releasing feature films to French cinemas), international sales and licensing of film rights to foreign distributors across global territories, and film production and co-production of independent features. The company manages a catalog of more than 550 films and represents titles from established auteurs for worldwide exploitation, generating revenue through minimum guarantees, back-end participation, theatrical rentals, and downstream rights.

Is BAC FILMS International a public or private company?

BAC FILMS International is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.

When was BAC FILMS International founded?

BAC FILMS International was founded in 1986. It employs 11 to 50 people.

Where is BAC FILMS International based?

BAC FILMS International is headquartered in Paris, France, in the Europe region.

How does BAC FILMS International make money?

Three revenue lines are on record. French Theatrical Distribution is the primary driver. The others are international Sales (World Sales) and film Production.

Does BAC FILMS International have an API?

No public API is recorded for BAC FILMS International.

What industry is BAC FILMS International in?

BAC FILMS International's product category is Film Distribution & International Sales. Its primary akta.pro industry code is MPADAJAC, International Sales & Licensing (Territory Pre-Sales), with a secondary code of MPADAJAB, Theatrical Distribution (International). Its NAICS code is 51212 and its SIC code is 7822.

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