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September 29, 2025
Good Deed Entertainment Acquires Worldwide Rights To Liza Mandelup’s Documentary ‘Caterpillar’
EXCLUSIVE: Good Deed Entertainment has acquired the worldwide rights to Liza Mandelup’s documentary feature Caterpillar, setting it for a fall theatrical release. A followup to her documentary Jawline, which won the 2019 Special Jury Prize for Emerging Filmmaker at Sundance and whose domestic rights were later acquired by Hulu, Caterpillar had its world premiere at [...]
Good Deed Entertainment has secured the global rights to "Caterpillar," the latest documentary from acclaimed filmmaker Liza Mandelup. The acquisition signals a significant move for the film, paving the way for a theatrical release this fall. This marks another exciting chapter for Mandelup, whose previous documentary, "Jawline," garnered considerable attention and critical acclaim.
"Jawline," which explored the lives of young women and their relationships with male social media influencers, made a splash at the 2019 Sundance Film Festival, earning Mandelup the prestigious Special Jury Prize for Emerging Filmmaker. Following its Sundance success, the domestic rights to "Jawline" were acquired by Hulu, further amplifying its reach to a wider audience.
"Caterpillar" promises to continue Mandelup's trajectory as a compelling and insightful documentarian. While specific details about the film's subject matter remain somewhat under wraps, the acquisition by Good Deed Entertainment suggests a powerful and engaging narrative. The film recently had its world premiere at a film festival, signaling its readiness for distribution.
Good Deed Entertainment, known for its commitment to independent film and thought-provoking storytelling, seems like a natural fit for Mandelup's work. The company's acquisition strategy focuses on bringing unique and impactful stories to audiences worldwide. Their decision to pursue a theatrical release for "Caterpillar" demonstrates their confidence in the film's ability to resonate with viewers on a large scale.
The forthcoming theatrical release of "Caterpillar" is highly anticipated, especially considering the success and critical acclaim of Mandelup's previous work. Film enthusiasts and documentary aficionados alike will be eager to see what new perspectives and social commentary Mandelup brings to the screen with this latest project. With Good Deed Entertainment's backing, "Caterpillar" is poised to make a significant impact on the documentary landscape this fall.
"Jawline," which explored the lives of young women and their relationships with male social media influencers, made a splash at the 2019 Sundance Film Festival, earning Mandelup the prestigious Special Jury Prize for Emerging Filmmaker. Following its Sundance success, the domestic rights to "Jawline" were acquired by Hulu, further amplifying its reach to a wider audience.
"Caterpillar" promises to continue Mandelup's trajectory as a compelling and insightful documentarian. While specific details about the film's subject matter remain somewhat under wraps, the acquisition by Good Deed Entertainment suggests a powerful and engaging narrative. The film recently had its world premiere at a film festival, signaling its readiness for distribution.
Good Deed Entertainment, known for its commitment to independent film and thought-provoking storytelling, seems like a natural fit for Mandelup's work. The company's acquisition strategy focuses on bringing unique and impactful stories to audiences worldwide. Their decision to pursue a theatrical release for "Caterpillar" demonstrates their confidence in the film's ability to resonate with viewers on a large scale.
The forthcoming theatrical release of "Caterpillar" is highly anticipated, especially considering the success and critical acclaim of Mandelup's previous work. Film enthusiasts and documentary aficionados alike will be eager to see what new perspectives and social commentary Mandelup brings to the screen with this latest project. With Good Deed Entertainment's backing, "Caterpillar" is poised to make a significant impact on the documentary landscape this fall.
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