Red Arrow International to Rep Mata Hari

MUNICH: Red Arrow International has picked up the distribution rights for the Russian-made drama series Mata Hari, which it will launch with an English-language version at MIPCOM.

Produced by Star Media for Channel One Russia, the 12×1-hour series charts the life of exotic dancer, courtesan and infamous spy Mata Hari. The drama features an international cast, including Christopher Lambert (Highlander), John Corbett (My Big Fat Greek Wedding), Rade Serbedzija (X-Men: First Class), Rutger Hauer (Batman Begins, Blade Runner) and Vahina Giocante (The Libertine) in the title role of Mata Hari. Gerard Depardieu (Life of Pi) guest stars.

Vlad Ryashin, founder and general producer at Star Media, said: “Mata Hari is the story of an exceptionally strong woman who led a short but incredibly dramatic and flamboyant life. We are delighted to be working with Red Arrow International to bring her incredible story to people around the world.”

Henrik Pabst, the managing director of Red Arrow International, added: “The scale and quality of this ambitious new drama is truly impressive and marks a real step change in the international ambitions of the Russian production sector. Star Media are a great partner and we are proud to be distributing Mata Hari and launching the show at MIPCOM 2016.”