The North American rights to the inventive fantasy picture "Lost Cos," which was produced, written, and directed by the renowned Robin de Levita, have been acquired by Entertainment Squad, an independent distribution company. With this engrossing examination of identity and escape, De Levita, a three-time Tony Award winner known for theatrical hits like "Titanic," "42nd Street," and "Into the Woods," makes his cinematic debut.
Set against the vibrant backdrop of New York City, "Lost Cos" stars Evgeniya Radilova, recognized for her performance in "Limitless," alongside a diverse cast including Sammy Rubin, Jared Rinaldi, Rocco Nevers, Rob Franzese, Dena Tyler, Mark McCullough, Ross Degraw, Murray Hill, and debutant Zoë Vnak.
The movie centers on Radilova's captivating portrayal of Eni, a lady coping with painful childhood memories and the death of her soulmate. Her haven is the mysterious underground club Lost Cos, where captivating burlesque and cosplay performances blur the lines between truth and dream. However, when a cosplayer costumed as "Merman" is discovered dead on a beach in New Jersey and Eni becomes the target of an anonymous stalker, she must face her past and reinvent herself as a powerful new entity.
De Levita, who has produced over 70 theater productions across Broadway and London's West End, brings a theatrical vibrancy and depth to "Lost Cos.""'Lost Cos' goes beyond fantasy, thoughtfully exploring themes of identity, transformation, and the blurred boundaries between reality and escapism," said Entertainment Squad CEO Shaked Berenson, who lauded the film's current relevance. This story strikes a deep chord with audiences today, especially in light of the growing popularity of cosplay and fandom culture."
With honors at prestigious events like the Barcelona Planet Film Festival, Burbank International Film Festival, Calcutta International Cult Film Festival, London Independent Film Awards, Los Angeles Cinematography Awards, New York Cinematography Awards, and Chelsea Film Festival, "Lost Cos" has already gained recognition on the international festival circuit.
International distribution rights are handled by Princ Films, while de Levita's successful talks with Entertainment Squad and Princ Films were made possible by Sebastian Twardosz of Savant Artists. "Lost Cos" promises to provide a singular cinematic experience that examines the strength and attraction of transformation with its engrossing story and strikingly beautiful sequences.