Filmhub Acquires Rights to "Burt," a Dramedy on Parkinson's Disease

Filmhub, a global sales and distribution company, has acquired the rights to "Burt," a micro-indie dramedy that explores the relationship between an estranged father and son as they navigate the challenges of Parkinson’s Disease. The film features Oliver Cooper and Burt Berger, who portrays Burt, an aging street musician diagnosed with Parkinson’s. The narrative unfolds over a significant weekend following the unexpected encounter with a young man claiming to be his son. The film is shot in black-and-white and draws inspiration from Berger’s personal experiences with the illness.

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"Burt" is directed by Joe Burke, whose own father lives with Parkinson’s Disease. Burke co-wrote and produced the film alongside Cooper, and it has received acclaim at various film festivals, including the Palm Springs International Film Festival and the Florida Film Festival, where it won the Special Jury Award for best screenplay. The film has also been recognized at the Phoenix Film Festival, winning best picture, and at Cinequest, where it received the award for best comedy feature.

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The film is set to be released on June 23, coinciding with World Parkinson’s Day on April 11. Alan d’Escragnolle, co-founder and CEO of Filmhub, emphasized the importance of films like "Burt" in providing meaningful narratives that may otherwise struggle to find distribution. He stated, “Joe, Oliver, Burton, and the entire filmmaking team have created something as entertaining as it is powerful — a film that deserves a wide audience.”

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In a commitment to support the Parkinson’s community, the filmmakers will donate a portion of their earnings from the first month of the film's release to various Parkinson’s foundations, including the Parkinson’s Community Los Angeles (PCLA). Filmhub will also contribute a share of its profits to these organizations, reinforcing the film's dedication to raising awareness about Parkinson’s Disease.

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Filmhub's acquisition of "Burt" reflects its mission to promote diverse storytelling. D’Escragnolle noted the film's potential impact, stating, “We are honored that Filmhub will get to introduce this poignant story to audiences.” The film's release is anticipated to resonate with viewers, particularly those affected by Parkinson’s Disease.

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As "Burt" approaches its release date, it is expected to be available for pre-order on platforms such as Apple. The film's distribution through Filmhub will allow it to reach a wide audience across various channels, including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Tubi, The Roku Channel, and YouTube Movies & TV.

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• “Films like ‘Burt’ are the reason we built Filmhub,” — Alan d’Escragnolle, Co-founder and CEO of Filmhub

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• “Joe, Oliver, Burton, and the entire filmmaking team have created something as entertaining as it is powerful — a film that deserves a wide audience but might once have struggled to secure distribution. We are honored that Filmhub will get to introduce this poignant story to audiences.” — Alan d’Escragnolle, Co-founder and CEO of Filmhub

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