Gastón Solnicki‘s “The Souffleur” Lands Italian Distribution with Revolver & Madison Group
Venice, Italy – August 31, 2025 – Gastón Solnicki’s highly anticipated film, “The Souffleur,” starring Willem Dafoe, has secured distribution in Italy thru Revolver & Madison Group.The news comes following the film’s world premiere at the venice Horizons section of the Venice Film Festival, generating significant buzz amongst industry professionals and critics alike. This deal signals strong international interest in the Austrian production, promising a wide theatrical release for Italian audiences next year.
A Rising Star in Autonomous Cinema
Solnicki is quickly becoming a name to watch in independent film. “The Souffleur” represents a compelling addition to his growing body of work, and the partnership with Revolver & Madison Group is a testament to the film’s quality and potential. Filmladen has also acquired distribution rights for Austria, further expanding the film’s reach.
What’s “The Souffleur” About?
The film centers around Lucius, portrayed by Dafoe, a dedicated hotel manager facing an uncertain future. After three decades of service, he learns the hotel is being sold to an Argentine developer.
Here’s a breakdown of the core narrative:
A Fight for Home: Lucius, with the support of his daughter and loyal staff, embarks on a desperate attempt to preserve the onyl life he’s ever known.
Intrigue and Espionage: The struggle quickly escalates into a complex web of detours, espionage, and paranoia.
A Vanishing World: The film explores themes of displacement, memory, and the preservation of identity in a rapidly changing world.
The supporting cast includes Solnicki himself, newcomer Lilly Senn, Stephanie Argerich, and Claus Philipp. Rui Poças, known for his work on “Grand Tour,” served as the cinematographer.
Production Details & Key Players
“The Souffleur” is an Austrian production, brought to life by:
producers: Gabriele Kranzelbinder and Paolo Calamita (Little Magnet Films & KGP Filmproduktion) – known for “Museum Hours.”
Additional production: Eugenio Fernández Abril (Primo - “Peter hujar’s Day”) and Gastón Solnicki (Filmy Wiktora).
Industry Reactions & Praise for Dafoe
Paolo Maria Spina of Revolver & Madison Group expressed excitement about representing the film in Italy,specifically highlighting Dafoe’s “brilliant performance.” Magnify’s head of global sales, Austin kennedy, echoed this sentiment, stating that “The Souffleur” is a “true cinematic experience” and anticipates a positive reception from Italian audiences.
Solnicki himself recently shared his admiration for Dafoe in an interview with Variety* at the Venice Film Festival.He praised Dafoe’s courage and ambition, noting the actor’s willingness to embrace the challenges of the role. Solnicki playfully compared their working relationship to the legendary collaborations between Werner Herzog and Klaus Kinski, acknowledging the intensity and creative friction that fueled their process.
Looking Ahead
With distribution secured in Italy and Austria,”The Souffleur” is poised to captivate audiences with its compelling story and stellar performances.
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