LAUNDRY Acquisition Announcement at AFM from Italian-based Summerside-Media

Laundry (Uhlanjululo) Directed by Zamo Mkhwanazi Has Been Picked Up For Global Sales By Summerside Media

Summerside Will Launch Global Sales At AFM

Laundry (Uhlanjululo), from South Africa, written and directed by Zamo Mkhwanazi, has been acquired for International Distribution from the Rome based Summerside Media, announced Summerside Managing Director Francesca Manno.

Following its world premiere in the Discovery section at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), where it received an enthusiastic response from both audiences and critics, Laundry has emerged as one of the most compelling new voices in contemporary cinema. Summerside Media will introduce Laundry at this year’s American Film Market currently underway in Los Angeles.

“From the very first screening, we were deeply moved by Zamo’s vision,” said Francesca Manno, managing director and co-founder at Summerside Media: “Her direction is powerful and poetic. We believe she is an exceptionally promising filmmaker, and Laundry is an extraordinary and visually stunning work”.

An intimate portrait of family, resistance, and art under Apartheid, the film stands out for its emotional storytelling, striking cinematography, and evocative soundtrack, which together create a cinematic experience of rare beauty and depth.

International sales have just begun. “We are honored to represent such a remarkable film” added Summerside. “Our goal is to bring this small yet significant masterpiece to audiences around the world.”

Laundry marks a powerful new chapter for African cinema — and for Zamo Mkhwanazi, a bold new voice with a universal story to tell.

“On behalf of the Laundry team, I’d like to say that we are all thrilled to be in such good hands as those of Summerside Media,” stated Producer Philippe Coeytaux. “Francesca and Summerside’s understanding and enthusiasm for our film is extremely gratifying and we look forward to a successful journey with them.”

Laundry, written and directed by Zamo Mkhwanazi, is a Switzerland/South African production from Akka Films and Kude Media, in Co-Production with RTS – Radio Télévision Suisse and Mojo Entertainment. Producers include Philippe Coeytaux, Zamo Mkhwanazi, Jim Stark, Nicolas Wadimoff, and Co-Producer Marco Orsini.

Rome and Lecce - based Summerside Media has established itself - over the years - as a boutique international sales and production company with a strong focus on auteur-driven cinema. The company is known for its tailor-made approach to each title in its lineup, features and documentaries, working closely with filmmakers to craft strategies that highlight the unique strengths of each project. With a sharp eye for quality storytelling and emerging talent, Summerside Media continues to build a curated slate of films that resonate with both festival audiences and the global market.