Why Sundance Winner ‘Ricky’ Is Self-Distributing: “We Refuse for You Not to See It”
Hollywood Reporter • 4/17/2026
Summary
The Sundance-winning film "Ricky," featuring star Sheryl Lee Ralph, is being self-distributed by its filmmakers. Ralph noted that there was uncertainty about addressing the film's subject, prompting the team to take control of its distribution to ensure audiences have the opportunity to see it.
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StatusActive
Recency Multiplier99% (0.5^1/48)
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