Magnolia Lands TIFF Drama ‘Carolina Caroline’

Original story by: Deadline Last updated: Oct 22, 2025

Context: Magnolia Pictures has acquired North American rights to the romantic crime thriller "Carolina Caroline." The film, directed by Adam Carter Rehmeier and starring Samara Weaving and Kyle Gallner, premiered at the Toronto Film Festival.
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Detailed Summary:
- The film "Carolina Caroline" follows Caroline Daniels (Samara Weaving) as she teams up with a charismatic con man (Kyle Gallner) for a life of crime and passion across the American Southeast, driven by her desire to leave her small Texas town.
- The movie features a script by Tom Dean and a soundtrack with music from artists like Jason Isbell and Chris Stapleton.
- Production was handled by Trevor and Tim White's Star Thrower, Stephen Braun's Bee-Hive Productions, Eric B. Fleischman and Chris Abernathy's The Wonder Company, Chris Ward's Create & Complete, MacPac Entertainment, and FilmNation.
- Magnolia Pictures plans a theatrical release for the film next year.
- Director Adam Carter Rehmeier, known for "Dinner In America" and "Snack Shack," expressed excitement about working with Magnolia and highlighted the electric chemistry between Weaving and Gallner.
- Both Samara Weaving and Kyle Gallner have notable previous works, with Weaving reprising a role in "Ready Or Not 2" and Gallner recognized for his diverse performances.
- The acquisition deal was negotiated by Magnolia's SVP of Acquisitions John Von Thaden and various agencies representing the filmmakers.