ZED to globally distribute "The Sound and the Fury" for WWII 80th Anniversary

To mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, ZED has launched "The Sound and the Fury", a four-part documentary series that offers a completely new perspective on the greatest conflict of the 20th century.

Produced by Program33 and ATProd, directed by Mickaël Gamrasni (Apocalypse) and co-produced by France Télévisions, Histoire TV, and RTBF, "The Sound and the Fury" propels viewers into the heart of events with unprecedented visual and narrative power, thanks to its 100% restored, 100% colorized, and 100% sounded archives.

"This documentary project was one of the most ambitious we have ever undertaken: to recount the full complexity of the Second World War in an extremely short production time. To meet this challenge, we set up an innovative international model, collaborating remotely with teams in India and Canada. Five archivists also conducted a global search for rare images. The challenge was to combine historical accuracy with high narrative standards and formal audacity," said Constance ORTUZAR, Producer at Program33.

Already sold in more than 45 territories, the series is attracting considerable international interest, with prestigious partners such as Hearst Networks EMEA (UK), SVT (Sweden), La7 (Italy), Radio-Canada, Foxtel (Australia), Telewizja Polsat (Poland), FTV Prima (Czech Republic), and more. An American platform is also in advanced negotiations to acquire VOD and FAST rights.

Charlotte TACHET, Head of Distribution and Acquisitions, ZED stated “This series, resolutely modern in both form and scope, offers viewers a comprehensive and sensitive account of a conflict that redefined the balance of power in the world. The enthusiastic international reception confirms broadcasters' appetite for powerful historical narratives that are demanding in substance and increasingly attractive in form.”