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CAPA Deputy Director Unveils Sean Connery Doc; Talks Mission To Expand French Company’s International Reach
CAPA is developing *Sean Connery: The Untold Story*, a documentary directed by French journalist Stéphanie Renouvin, the actor’s granddaughter. The project aims to offer new behind-the-scenes insight into Connery’s life while helping CAPA expand its international reach under newly appointed Deputy Director Sally Blake.
The film is being coproduced with Canal+ and Sky UK, alongside Embankment and Glasgow-based Boy 313. Blake, a Canadian-French producer with two decades of experience and credits including *Russians at War* and *Marie Antoinette Confidential*, is tasked with securing international partners, funding and audiences for CAPA’s factual productions.
In short
- CAPA is developing a new documentary about Sean Connery.
- His granddaughter Stéphanie Renouvin will direct.
- Sally Blake is leading CAPA’s international expansion.
Explained simply
Sean Connery was a Scottish actor best known for playing James Bond in the first five films in the series. He later starred in films including The Untouchables and became one of the best-known British actors of his generation.
CAPA is a French production company that makes factual programmes, including documentaries. The Connery film is directed by Stéphanie Renouvin, a French journalist and Connery’s granddaughter, and is being made with Canal+, Sky UK, Embankment and Glasgow-based Boy 313.
Sally Blake, CAPA’s deputy director, is responsible for building international partnerships, funding and audiences for the company’s factual work. Reaching viewers and partners in more countries can help a production company finance projects and distribute them beyond its home market.
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