Polar+ has acquired the four-part drama for France, while Filmin has signed digital rights for Portugal and Spain, and EITB has secured TV rights for Spain’s Basque region.
Directed by Daniel Hendler and produced by Cordón Films and Wanka Cine, the film becomes the first Uruguayan production ever selected for La Biennale di Venezia’s official competition.
Filming in the desert city will begin later this year with Creative Media Authority Abu Dhabi and Abu Dhabi Film Commission providing essential logistical support, and Image Nation serving as production partner.
The winner will be sculpted in clay and featured in Shaun’s 2026 feature film, as Aardman leverages TikTok’s 654,000 followers and 9.3 million likes to drive engagement.