Film4 has appointed Cate Kane as its new senior commissioning executive, effective January 2026. Kane joins the organization from Mubi, where she served as co-head of global acquisitions since 2020. Reporting directly to Farhana Bhula, director of Film4, Kane will work alongside senior commissioning executive David Kimbangi.
During her tenure at Mubi, Kane acquired a diverse range of critically acclaimed films, including “Aftersun”, “The Substance”, “My Father’s Shadow”, and “The Worst Person in the World”. Her extensive experience also includes a nine-year stint as head of acquisitions at Curzon Film and roles with BBC Film, Casarotto Ramsay, and Content Film.
Key Role in Film4’s Future Projects
In her new position, Kane will play a pivotal role in shaping Film4’s upcoming slate. This includes close collaboration with filmmakers to guide projects from early development through to production. Kane expressed her excitement about joining the team, stating, “Having collaborated with Film4 for many years, I’m over the moon to now join Farhana’s brilliant team and help build on their extraordinary slate. Film4 has always been the creative home for filmmakers that have inspired me, and I can’t wait to champion both established and emerging voices for audiences everywhere.”
Farhana Bhula welcomed Kane to the Film4 team, highlighting her as an “exceptional creative force.” Bhula noted that Kane’s instincts, track record, and vision are well aligned with the direction Film4 is heading. She praised Kane’s commitment to supporting new talent in the U.K. and her dedication to producing work that resonates with audiences globally.
Exciting New Projects on the Horizon
Film4 recently celebrated its backing of four debut films set for world premieres at Sundance 2026. These films include Molly Manners’s “Extra Geography”, Rafael Manuel’s “Filipiñana”, Olive Nwoso’s “Lady”, and Joanna Natasegara’s “The Disciple”.
The production slate at Film4 remains strong, featuring anticipated works such as Alice Birch’s “Sweetsick” starring Cate Blanchett, Jonathan Schey’s “Everybody Wants To F*ck Me” featuring Taron Egerton, Andrew Haigh’s “A Long Winter”, and Bijan Sheibani’s “The Arrival”.
Kane’s appointment marks a significant step for Film4 as it continues to solidify its reputation as a hub for innovative storytelling and exceptional filmmaking talent.
