River Road Entertainment

River Road Entertainment is a leading American independent film production company founded in 1987 by Bill Pohlad, known for making distinguished feature films and documentaries that prioritize compelling narratives and artistic vision. The company has produced some of the most celebrated independent films of the past three decades, including the Academy Award-winning Best Picture '12 Years a Slave,' Terrence Malick's Palme d'Or-winning 'The Tree of Life,' and Ang Lee's 'Brokeback Mountain.' Operating out of Los Angeles and Minneapolis, River Road has built a reputation as a filmmaker-friendly home unafraid to take creative risks, collaborating with acclaimed directors such as Steve McQueen, Sean Penn, and Jean-Marc Vallée. In October 2024, StudioCanal acquired international distribution rights to 11 River Road titles, underscoring the enduring commercial value of its library.