‘Sacred Heart’ Lands U.S. Theatrical Release Through Fathom Entertainment – Film News in Brief
Why it matters: Fathom's release of "Sacred Heart" will reach U.S. audiences in June, coinciding with a planned consecration effort by U.S. Catholic bishops.
- Fathom Entertainment acquired U.S. theatrical rights for "Sacred Heart," a docudrama by Steven and Sabrina Gunnell, for a limited release in June.
- "Sacred Heart" blends dramatized sequences, commentary from clergy and historians, and contemporary testimonials to explore the 17th-century origins and modern impact of the Sacred Heart of Jesus devotion.
- The film, originally released in France in October 2025, achieved nearly 1 million admissions across Europe, positioning it as a breakout success in the faith-based genre.
- Tribeca Studios and Lilly announced three winning short films—"Run It Back," "Do I Know You From Somewhere?," and "Reconstructing Charlie"—for their inaugural Vital Stories program.
- The Vital Stories initiative empowers emerging filmmakers to accurately represent disease in media, providing production support, mentorship, and a guaranteed premiere at the 2026 Tribeca Festival for the selected projects.
Fathom Entertainment is bringing the French docudrama "Sacred Heart" to U.S. theaters, exploring the Catholic devotion through dramatizations and expert commentary, following its significant European success. Meanwhile, Tribeca Studios and Lilly have announced the winners of their Vital Stories program, aiming to foster more authentic representation of disease in media.
