Off The Fence Picks Up Laura’s Choice

The feature documentary Laura’s Choice, co-directed by Sam Lara and Cathy Henkel, has been picked up for international distribution by Off The Fence.

The doc looks at the life and death of Laura Henkel, an eccentric, outspoken, feisty 90-year-old. She decides she wants to end her life on her own terms and asks her daughter Cathy and granddaughter Sam, both filmmakers, to make a film about it.

The ZDF Enterprises-owned Off the Fence has secured all rights globally, excluding Australia and New Zealand. Off The Fence’s productions includes the Oscar- and BAFTA-winning My Octopus Teacher.

Following its premiere on the ABC in Australia last month, Laura’s Choice has been selected for New Zealand’s Doc Edge International Film Festival.

Loren Baxter, Off The Fence’s head of acquisitions, said: “Sam and Cathy have created such a special film that will resonate with so many audiences around the world. We’re thrilled to be a part of its journey.”

Henkel said: “Sam and I are absolutely thrilled to have Off The Fence represent Laura’s Choice internationally. Their care and passion align perfectly with the film.”