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Alliance Entertainment Inks Exclusive Partnership with Magenta Light Studios

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Distribution Solutions, a division of Alliance Entertainment (NASDAQ: AENT), has secured an exclusive distribution partnership with Magenta Light Studios for physical home entertainment releases in the US and Canada. The agreement covers domestic sales, authoring, manufacturing, and trade marketing for all upcoming Magenta Light Studios physical releases. The partnership's first release will be Strange Darling, launching on DVD and Blu-ray on November 12, 2024. The horror film, which features Willa Fitzgerald and Kyle Gallner, achieved $3M at the domestic box office and holds a 95% Critics Score on Rotten Tomatoes with a Certified Fresh rating.

Distribution Solutions, una divisione di Alliance Entertainment (NASDAQ: AENT), ha assicurato una partnership esclusiva per la distribuzione con Magenta Light Studios per le uscite di home entertainment fisico negli Stati Uniti e in Canada. L'accordo copre le vendite interne, l'autore, la produzione e il marketing commerciale per tutte le prossime uscite fisiche di Magenta Light Studios. La prima uscita della partnership sarà Strange Darling, disponibile in DVD e Blu-ray dal 12 novembre 2024. Il film horror, che vede la partecipazione di Willa Fitzgerald e Kyle Gallner, ha incassato 3 milioni di dollari al botteghino domestico e ha ottenuto un punteggio di 95% nei Critic Score di Rotten Tomatoes con una valutazione Certificata Fresca.

Distribution Solutions, una división de Alliance Entertainment (NASDAQ: AENT), ha asegurado una asociación de distribución exclusiva con Magenta Light Studios para lanzamientos físicos de entretenimiento en el hogar en los EE. UU. y Canadá. El acuerdo cubre ventas domésticas, autoría, fabricación y marketing comercial para todos los próximos lanzamientos físicos de Magenta Light Studios. El primer lanzamiento de la asociación será Strange Darling, que se lanzará en DVD y Blu-ray el 12 de noviembre de 2024. La película de terror, que cuenta con Willa Fitzgerald y Kyle Gallner, ha alcanzado 3 millones de dólares en taquilla doméstica y tiene una puntuación del 95% en Rotten Tomatoes con una calificación Certificada Fresca.

배급 솔루션(Distribution Solutions)은 Alliance Entertainment (NASDAQ: AENT)의 한 부서로, Magenta Light Studios와 미국 및 캐나다의 물리적 홈 엔터테인먼트 출시를 위한 독점 배급 파트너십을 확보했습니다. 이 협정은 모든 향후 Magenta Light Studios 물리적 출시를 위한 국내 판매, 제작, 제조 및 거래 마케팅을 포함합니다. 파트너십의 첫 번째 출시는 Strange Darling으로, 2024년 11월 12일 DVD 및 Blu-ray로 출시될 예정입니다. 윌라 피츠제럴드(Willa Fitzgerald)와 카일 갈너(Kyle Gallner)가 출연하는 이 공포 영화는 국내 박스 오피스에서 300만 달러를 기록했으며, Rotten Tomatoes에서 95%의 비평가 점수를 받았습니다.

Distribution Solutions, une division de Alliance Entertainment (NASDAQ: AENT), a sécurisé un partenariat exclusif de distribution avec Magenta Light Studios pour les sorties physiques de divertissement à domicile aux États-Unis et au Canada. L'accord couvre les ventes domestiques, l'autorisation, la fabrication et le marketing commercial pour toutes les prochaines sorties physiques de Magenta Light Studios. La première sortie de ce partenariat sera Strange Darling, qui sera lancée en DVD et Blu-ray le 12 novembre 2024. Le film d'horreur, qui met en vedette Willa Fitzgerald et Kyle Gallner, a généré 3 millions de dollars au box-office national et détient un score de 95% des critiques sur Rotten Tomatoes avec une note Certifiée Fraîche.

Distribution Solutions, eine Division von Alliance Entertainment (NASDAQ: AENT), hat eine exklusive Vertriebspartnerschaft mit Magenta Light Studios für physische Home-Entertainment-Veröffentlichungen in den USA und Kanada gesichert. Die Vereinbarung umfasst den nationalen Verkauf, die Autorenschaft, die Herstellung und das Handelsmarketing für alle kommenden physischen Veröffentlichungen von Magenta Light Studios. Die erste Veröffentlichung der Partnerschaft wird Strange Darling sein, die am 12. November 2024 auf DVD und Blu-ray erscheinen wird. Der Horrorfilm, der Willa Fitzgerald und Kyle Gallner zeigt, erzielte 3 Millionen Dollar an den nationalen Kinokassen und hält einen Kritikerwert von 95% auf Rotten Tomatoes mit einer Zertifikat Fresh-Bewertung.

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The exclusive distribution partnership with Magenta Light Studios represents a strategic expansion in Alliance Entertainment's physical media business. While the initial release of Strange Darling with its $3M box office performance and 95% Rotten Tomatoes score shows promise, the broader significance lies in securing exclusive rights to Magenta's future releases. Physical media, though declining, maintains a dedicated collector base with higher margins than digital distribution. This deal strengthens AENT's position in the specialty physical media market, particularly in the horror genre which historically performs well in home entertainment sales. The partnership diversifies AENT's content portfolio and could provide steady revenue streams from physical media enthusiasts, though the overall impact may be modest given current market trends toward digital consumption.

PLANTATION, Fla., Oct. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Distribution Solutions, a division of Alliance Entertainment (NASDAQ: AENT), has announced an exclusive distribution partnership with Magenta Light Studios for physical home entertainment releases in the US and Canada.

Distribution Solutions will handle domestic sales for all forthcoming Magenta Light Studios physical releases, as well as authoring, manufacturing and trade marketing for their slate.

“With Distribution Solutions, we've found a partner who shares our passion and commitment to bringing a versatile slate of films to audiences,” said Bob Yari, Co-CEO of Magenta Light Studios. “We're excited to kick things off with Strange Darling.”

The first title hitting the market under this agreement will be the November 12, 2024 DVD and Blu-ray release of indie box office success Strange Darling. The horror genre film starring Willa Fitzgerald, Kyle Gallner, Barbara Hershey, and Ed Begley, Jr. reached $3M at the domestic box office. The movie has a 95% Critics Score on Rotten Tomatoes, with a Certified Fresh rating.

“This deal launches an exciting, new partnership with Magenta Light Studios,” said Ilia Beizerman, SVP of Operations and Strategic Partnerships. “Strange Darling is a strong release to add to our Q4 and reinforces our commitment to fans and collectors of high-quality films on physical media.”

About Magenta Light Studios

Magenta Light Studios is a new production and distribution company formed by veteran producer Bob Yari. Founded on a principle to fill a crucial hole within the theatrical and television space, the studio looks to produce, distribute, and develop a versatile slate with an emphasis on storytelling and collaboration with its creators. Magenta Light Studios is dedicated to delivering quality independent films to the theatrical marketplace. 

The studio’s principal founder Bob Yari is best known for producing the 2004 drama Crash, which won the Academy Award for best picture. His credits include early-aughts films like Uma Thurman and Meryl Streep’s Prime and Edward Norton’s The Illusionist. More recently he’s served as executive producer on the massively lucrative Taylor Sheridan storytelling universe at Paramount, centered around Yellowstone and its many spinoffs. 

Magenta Light Studios’ upcoming project includes the release of JT Mollner’s cat-and-mouse thriller Strange Darling starring Willa Fitzgerald and Kyle Gallner and Ed Kaplan's Summerhouse starring Malcolm McDowell and Jacob Ward.

About Distribution Solutions 

Distribution Solutions, a division of Alliance Entertainment, is the largest aggregator and downstream distributor of independent and major studio film labels in North America. We are a supplier to all major and independent retailers, in addition to handling digital sales, delivery, and SVOD/linear licensing for over 60 content providers. Our partners include Disney, Lionsgate, DECAL, Criterion, Mill Creek Entertainment, AMC Networks/RLJ Entertainment, Vertical and Cineverse.  

Distribution Solutions offers comprehensive in-house Post-Production Services, Consumer Marketing, Design Services and Turnkey Operations Management—everything it takes to set our partners up for success. For more information, visit www.ds.aent.com.  

About Alliance Entertainment

Alliance Entertainment (NASDAQ: AENT) is a premier distributor of music, movies, toys, collectibles, and consumer electronics. We offer over 325,000 unique in-stock SKU’s, including over 57,300 exclusive compact discs, vinyl LP records, DVDs, Blu-rays, and video games. Complementing our vast media catalog, we also stock a full array of related accessories, toys, and collectibles. With more than thirty-five years of distribution experience, Alliance Entertainment serves customers of every size, providing a robust suite of services to resellers and retailers worldwide. Our efficient processing and essential seller tools noticeably reduce the costs associated with administrating multiple vendor relationships, while helping omni-channel retailers expand their product selection and fulfillment goals. For more information, visit www.aent.com.

Forward Looking Statements

Certain statements included in this Press Release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provisions under the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements generally are accompanied by words such as “believe,” “may,” “will,” “estimate,” “continue,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “expect,” “should,” “would,” “plan,” “predict,” “potential,” “seem,” “seek,” “future,” “outlook,” and similar expressions that predict or indicate future events or trends or that are not statements of historical matters. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding estimates and forecasts of other financial and performance metrics and projections of market opportunity. These statements are based on various assumptions, whether identified in this Press Release, and on the current expectations of Alliance’s management and are not predictions of actual performance. These forward-looking statements are provided for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to serve as and must not be relied on by an investor as, a guarantee, an assurance, a prediction, or a definitive statement of fact or probability. Actual events and circumstances are difficult or impossible to predict and will differ from assumptions. Many actual events and circumstances are beyond the control of Alliance. These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, including risks relating to the anticipated growth rates and market opportunities; changes in applicable laws or regulations; the ability of Alliance to execute its business model, including market acceptance of its systems and related services; Alliance’s reliance on a concentration of suppliers for its products and services; increases in Alliance’s costs, disruption of supply, or shortage of products and materials; Alliance’s dependence on a concentration of customers, and failure to add new customers or expand sales to Alliance’s existing customers; increased Alliance inventory and risk of obsolescence; Alliance’s significant amount of indebtedness; our ability to refinance our existing indebtedness; our ability to continue as a going concern absent access to sources of liquidity; risks and failure by Alliance to meet the covenant requirements of its revolving credit facility, including a fixed charge coverage ratio; risks that a breach of the revolving credit facility, including Alliance’s recent breach of the covenant requirements, could result in the lender declaring a default and that the full outstanding amount under the revolving credit facility could be immediately due in full, which would have severe adverse consequences for the Company; known or future litigation and regulatory enforcement risks, including the diversion of time and attention and the additional costs and demands on Alliance’s resources; Alliance’s business being adversely affected by increased inflation, higher interest rates and other adverse economic, business, and/or competitive factors; geopolitical risk and changes in applicable laws or regulations; risk that the COVID-19 pandemic, and local, state, and federal responses to addressing the pandemic may have an adverse effect on our business operations, as well as our financial condition and results of operations; substantial regulations, which are evolving, and unfavorable changes or failure by Alliance to comply with these regulations; product liability claims, which could harm Alliance’s financial condition and liquidity if Alliance is not able to successfully defend or insure against such claims; availability of additional capital to support business growth; and the inability of Alliance to develop and maintain effective internal controls.

For investor inquiries, please contact:

Dave Gentry
RedChip Companies, Inc.
1-407-644-4256
AENT@redchip.com


FAQ

When will Strange Darling be released on DVD and Blu-ray through Alliance Entertainment (AENT)?

Strange Darling will be released on DVD and Blu-ray on November 12, 2024.

How much did Strange Darling earn at the box office under Alliance Entertainment's (AENT) distribution?

Strange Darling earned $3M at the domestic box office.

What is the scope of Alliance Entertainment's (AENT) distribution deal with Magenta Light Studios?

The deal includes exclusive distribution rights for physical home entertainment releases in the US and Canada, covering domestic sales, authoring, manufacturing, and trade marketing.

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