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	= Focus Features =		{{DISPLAYTITLE:Focus Features}}

	'''Focus Features''' is an American film production and distribution company, a subsidiary of [[Universal Pictures]], which is part of [[NBCUniversal]], a division of [[Comcast]]. ~~The company~~ is known for producing and distributing independent and art house films.		==Overview==
			[[File:Focus_Features.svg\|thumb\|right\|Logo of Focus Features]]
			'''Focus Features''' is an American film production and distribution company, a subsidiary of [[Universal Pictures]], which is part of [[NBCUniversal]], a division of [[Comcast]]. Focus Features is known for producing and distributing independent and art house films. The company was formed in 2002, combining the operations of [[USA Films]], [[Universal Focus]], and [[Good Machine]].

	== History ==		==History==
	Focus Features was ~~formed~~ in 2002, ~~combining~~ the ~~operations~~ of ~~[[USA Films]], [[Universal Focus]]~~, and ~~[[Good Machine]]~~. The company ~~was created to serve as~~ the ~~specialty films division~~ of ~~Universal Pictures, focusing on independent and foreign~~ films~~, as well as documentaries~~.		Focus Features was established in 2002, with the aim of producing and distributing films that appeal to niche audiences, often characterized by their artistic and narrative complexity. The company quickly gained a reputation for supporting innovative filmmakers and has been involved in the production and distribution of numerous critically acclaimed films.

	== Notable Films ==		==Notable Films==
	Focus Features has been ~~involved in~~ the ~~production and distribution~~ of several ~~critically acclaimed~~ films~~. Some of their most notable releases include~~:		Focus Features has been responsible for the release of several notable films, including:

	* ''[[Lost in Translation (film)\|Lost in Translation]]'' (2003) ~~- Directed by~~ [[~~Sofia Coppola~~]]~~, this film received several [[Academy Awards\|Academy Award]] nominations and won the award for Best Original Screenplay.~~		* ''[[Lost in Translation (film)\|Lost in Translation]]'' (2003)
	* ''[[Brokeback Mountain]]'' (2005) ~~- Directed by [[Ang Lee]], this film won three Academy Awards, including Best Director.~~		* ''[[Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind]]'' (2004)
	* ''[[Atonement (film)\|Atonement]]'' (2007) ~~- Directed by [[Joe Wright]], this film was nominated for seven Academy Awards and won for Best Original Score.~~		* ''[[Brokeback Mountain]]'' (2005)
	* ''[[Moonrise Kingdom]]'' (2012) ~~- Directed by [[Wes Anderson]], this film was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay.~~		* ''[[Atonement (film)\|Atonement]]'' (2007)
	* ''[[The Theory of Everything (film)\|The Theory of Everything]]'' (2014) ~~- Directed by~~ [[~~James Marsh~~]]~~, this film was nominated for five Academy Awards, winning Best Actor for [[Eddie Redmayne]].~~		* ''[[Moonrise Kingdom]]'' (2012)
			* ''[[The Theory of Everything (2014 film)\|The Theory of Everything]]'' (2014)
			* ''[[Phantom Thread]]'' (2017)

	== Business Model ==		==Business Model==
	Focus Features operates ~~by acquiring distribution rights~~ to ~~films at~~ film ~~festivals and markets, as well as producing its own films~~. The company ~~is known for its focus on quality storytelling~~ and ~~artistic merit~~, ~~often working~~ with ~~renowned directors~~ and ~~actors~~.		Focus Features operates with a business model that emphasizes the acquisition and production of films that are expected to perform well in the [[independent film]] market. The company often collaborates with filmmakers who have a distinct vision and style, providing them with the resources and support needed to bring their projects to fruition.

	== Impact on the Film Industry ==		==Impact on the Film Industry==
	Focus Features has played a significant role in ~~bringing~~ independent ~~and foreign~~ films to ~~a wider~~ audience. ~~By providing a platform for unique~~ and ~~diverse voices, the company~~ has ~~contributed to the richness of~~ the film industry~~. Its films often tackle complex themes and showcase innovative storytelling techniques~~.		Focus Features has played a significant role in the promotion of independent cinema, helping to bring attention to films that might otherwise have struggled to find an audience. The company's commitment to quality storytelling and artistic expression has influenced the broader film industry, encouraging other studios to invest in similar projects.

	== ~~See Also~~ ==		==Related pages==
	* [[Universal Pictures]]		* [[Universal Pictures]]
			* [[NBCUniversal]]
	* [[Independent film]]		* [[Independent film]]
	* [[Art house film]]		* [[Art house film]]

	~~== External Links ==~~
	* [https://www.focusfeatures.com/ Official Focus Features website]

	[[Category:Film production companies of the United States]]		[[Category:Film production companies of the United States]]
			[[Category:Film distributors of the United States]]
	[[Category:Universal Pictures]]		[[Category:Universal Pictures]]
	~~[[Category:Companies established in 2002]]~~
	~~[[Category:American independent film studios]]~~

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= Focus Features =

'''Focus Features''' is an American film production and distribution company, a subsidiary of [[Universal Pictures]], which is part of [[NBCUniversal]], a division of [[Comcast]]. The company is known for producing and distributing independent and art house films.

== History ==
Focus Features was formed in 2002, combining the operations of [[USA Films]], [[Universal Focus]], and [[Good Machine]]. The company was created to serve as the specialty films division of Universal Pictures, focusing on independent and foreign films, as well as documentaries.

== Notable Films ==
Focus Features has been involved in the production and distribution of several critically acclaimed films. Some of their most notable releases include:

* ''[[Lost in Translation (film)|Lost in Translation]]'' (2003) - Directed by [[Sofia Coppola]], this film received several [[Academy Awards|Academy Award]] nominations and won the award for Best Original Screenplay.
* ''[[Brokeback Mountain]]'' (2005) - Directed by [[Ang Lee]], this film won three Academy Awards, including Best Director.
* ''[[Atonement (film)|Atonement]]'' (2007) - Directed by [[Joe Wright]], this film was nominated for seven Academy Awards and won for Best Original Score.
* ''[[Moonrise Kingdom]]'' (2012) - Directed by [[Wes Anderson]], this film was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay.
* ''[[The Theory of Everything (film)|The Theory of Everything]]'' (2014) - Directed by [[James Marsh]], this film was nominated for five Academy Awards, winning Best Actor for [[Eddie Redmayne]].

== Business Model ==
Focus Features operates by acquiring distribution rights to films at film festivals and markets, as well as producing its own films. The company is known for its focus on quality storytelling and artistic merit, often working with renowned directors and actors.

== Impact on the Film Industry ==
Focus Features has played a significant role in bringing independent and foreign films to a wider audience. By providing a platform for unique and diverse voices, the company has contributed to the richness of the film industry. Its films often tackle complex themes and showcase innovative storytelling techniques.

== See Also ==
* [[Universal Pictures]]
* [[Independent film]]
* [[Art house film]]

== External Links ==
* [https://www.focusfeatures.com/ Official Focus Features website]

[[Category:Film production companies of the United States]]
[[Category:Universal Pictures]]
[[Category:Companies established in 2002]]
[[Category:American independent film studios]]

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