Mads Mikkelsen stands on the brink of seizing the limelight in the adrenaline-fueled action thriller "Sirius," heralding the directorial bow of Oscar-lauded editor Lee Smith, whose flawless symphony with cinematic genius Christopher Nolan on monumental hits such as "Interstellar" and "Dunkirk" has garnered him widespread acclaim. This breathtaking Arctic odyssey draws its inspiration from the exhilarating true-life exploits of the Sirius Patrol, the Danish special forces elite entrusted with the formidable mission of guarding Greenland's sprawling, 8,700-mile expanse of frozen coastline—a realm of ice and mystery. Tony Mosher has deftly crafted the screenplay, his steady and confident touch imbuing the narrative with a compelling rhythm and sure-footed pace.
Smith's resume also shines brightly with collaborations with esteemed directors like Sam Mendes ("Empire of Light") and Peter Weir ("Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World"). Neon's affiliate Decal has secured the honor of distributing "Sirius" across the United States, heralding its maiden wide domestic release. Meanwhile, international distribution rights will be auctioned at the prestigious Cannes Film Market, with Neon orchestrating the foreign sales.
Pascal Degove and Matt Williams will spearhead production under Future Artists Entertainment, with Deborah Acoca serving as executive producer. Neon boasts an illustrious history at the Cannes Film Festival and market, having premiered Sean Baker's "Anora" last year, which went on to claim the coveted 2025 Best Picture Oscar. This festival season, Neon showcases Joachim Trier's "Sentimental Value," Julia Ducournau's "Alpha," Raoul Peck's "Orwell: 2+2=5," and Michael Angelo Covino's comedy "Splitsville," featuring Dakota Johnson and Adria Arjona.
Decal's recent slate includes the true-crime drama "McVeigh," starring Alfie Allen; the romantic comedy "Which Brings Me to You," led by Lucy Hale and Nat Wolff; and the Wattpad sensation "Perfect Addiction." Mikkelsen is represented by a formidable trio of UTA, Art Management, and Viewpoint. Smith is backed by Gersh, while Mosher's talents are represented by Gersh, Circle of Confusion, and Behr Abramson.
