The Squid and the Whale

DIRECTOR/SCREENWRITER: NOAH BAUMBACH

This was one of the first screenplays I fell in love with. As Director of Acquisitions for Samuel Goldwyn Films, I helped negotiate the US distribution rights to the movie and then oversaw its release in North America.

ACADEMY AWARDS:
Best Original Screenplay - Noah Baumbach (Nominee)

GOLDEN GLOBES:
Best Motion Picture, Comedy or Musical (Nominee)
Best Performance by an Actor, Musical or Comedy - Jeff Daniels (Nominee)
Best Performance by and Actress - Musical or Comedy - Laura Linney (Nominee)

SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL:
Directing Award, Dramatic Competition - Noah Baumbach (Winner)
Waldo Salt Screenwriting Award - Noah Baumbach (Winner)
Grand Jury Prize, Dramatic Competition - Noah Baumbach (Nominee)