LAMA Entertainment: A Vertically Integrated Studio

 

Established in 2020, LAMA Distribution LLC. originated as the distribution arm of Bridge & Acorn Entertainment, created to manage the theatrical distribution requirements of its parent company. The initial team comprised film distribution professionals based in Los Angeles and Massachusetts, from which "LA/MA" and later Los Angeles Movie Alliance was derived.

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Between October 2020 and March 2021, amidst global lockdowns, LAMA Distribution successfully executed the theatrical release of its inaugural project, HEAVEN. This film reached over 500 cinema screens across the United States and South America, securing a spot in the top 10 of the global Box Office. At a time when major studios were withdrawing support from cinemas, LAMA Distribution demonstrated a commitment to the theatrical experience, even during the peak of the pandemic. Since then, LAMA Distribution has overseen the theatrical and major streaming platform releases of numerous feature films.

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Following the success of LAMA Distribution, LAMA Entertainment was formed as the production counterpart. Founder Angus Benfield subsequently consolidated these entities under the unified banner of LAMA Entertainment. Benfield brings over 30 years of award-winning experience in producing, writing, and directing, complemented by a strong background in film distribution and finance. His professional associations include projects in Australia, New Zealand, China, and the United States.

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Furthermore, Benfield's extensive experience as a prominent and award-winning actor in film, television, commercials, non-broadcast, and new media globally provides LAMA Entertainment with a unique industry advantage. This comprehensive expertise allows LAMA to operate as a fully integrated studio, capable of managing film production from script development through to screen.

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With over three decades of experience and an innovative approach, LAMA Entertainment has emerged as a significant force in the film industry, producing high-end, premium independent motion pictures for both domestic and international markets across all distribution platforms, from theatrical to online.

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