Paragon Pictures floats global distribution arm

MUMBAI: Independent film and DVD producer Paragon Pictures has launched an in-house distribution company Osiris Entertainment.


Osiris Entertainment will sell Paragon Pictures’ feature film slate to the global broadcast and home entertainment marketplace. It will also represent releases from independent producers and plans to acquire two titles per month through 2009.


“We created Osiris Entertainment to serve not only the portfolio of Paragon titles, but also to bring transparency and accountability to the distribution of films from our independent production partners,” says Paragon Pictures president Evan Crooke.









The company has roped in Heidi Meier as Vice President – distribution to head the new division. In her new role, Meier will oversee acquisitions and new project development as well as manage all retail marketing campaigns. She will report directly to Evan Crooke.


Adds Crooke, “Meier brings to Osiris an extensive background in all facets of home entertainment marketing and distribution and we look forward to benefitting from her vast experience and expertise in the industry as we introduce our company throughout the worldwide marketplace.”

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