Former TF1 Studio’s distribution chief partners with Federation on new sales division

Sabine Chemaly

France’s Federation Studios has launched an international theatrical film sales label, to be led by the former head of TF1’s international distribution.

Ginger & Fed is headed up by Sabine Chemaly and has been created via a partnership between the former TF1 exec and her recently formed company, Ginger Films.

The move will allow Federation to increase its movie operations, building on stakes in production companies such as Bonne Pioche, Cheyenne Federation, Monkey Pack (Robin & Co) in France and Vertigo Films in the UK.

Chemaly, who spent more than a decade leading TF1 Studio’s international film and TV drama sales, will be in charge of both film acquisitions and international sales.

She will lead Ginger & Fed, whilst working closely with Federation’s sales team, which includes Monica Levy, Guillaume Pommier, Sarah Zarka, Lucile Avezard and Jeromine Ader.

Chemaly said: “I am thrilled to join forces with Federation to launch this label at a time when cinema worldwide is on the cusp of a new era and revival. The creativity and inspirational energy from the Federation team and their great producers, further confirms my belief that Ginger & Fed can bring some exciting feature films, either produced in-house or as third party acquisitions to the global market.

“Despite the challenges that our industry is facing, production and distribution partners have shown incredible resilience and our goal with Ginger & Fed is to contribute by reinforcing the strength of French and European cinema in the world.”