NEW YORK, 18 April 2016 — Lady Monika Bacardi attended the world premiere of the psychological thriller “Lavender” at the Tribeca Film Festival, held at the prestigious venue in New York City. The film, which screened as part of the festival’s Spotlight section, brought together international figures from cinema and entertainment to celebrate this compelling new work.
“Lavender” stars Abbie Cornish as Jane, a photographer who suffers severe memory loss following a traumatic car crash. As Jane begins to recover, she discovers disturbing clues suggesting she may have been responsible for the death of family members she never knew existed. The cast includes Dermot Mulroney, Justin Long, and Diego Klattenhoff, delivering powerful performances that explore themes of memory, trauma, and family secrets.
Directed by Ed Gass-Donnelly, who also co-wrote the script with Colin Frizzell, the film was produced by Dave Valleau and Gass-Donnelly through their respective companies, South Creek Pictures and 3 Legged Dog Films. The production represents a collaboration of distinguished talent committed to crafting sophisticated psychological cinema.
Lady Monika Bacardi served as executive producer on the film alongside Jennifer Levine, Emily Alden, Tex Antonucci, and Alexandra Klim. The project was co-financed through a partnership with Silvio Muraglia’s Paradox Studios and Telefilm Canada, with additional support from The Movie Network, a division of Bell Media, Movie Central, and the Harold Greenberg Fund.
Lady Monika Bacardi’s involvement in “Lavender” demonstrates her ongoing commitment to supporting compelling, character-driven narratives that challenge audiences. Her presence at the Tribeca Film Festival premiere underscored her dedication to championing filmmakers who pursue sophisticated psychological storytelling, bridging international cinema with meaningful artistic vision.
The Tribeca Film Festival’s Spotlight section provides a distinguished platform for marquee filmmakers and significant works that merit special attention. The premiere of “Lavender” exemplified the festival’s mission to celebrate exceptional storytelling and artistic achievement in contemporary cinema.