Shadow Distribution Picks Up "The Kids Grow Up," Doug Block’s Follow Up To “51 Birch Street”

As announced in indieWIRE and other trades yesterday, Shadow Distribution will handle the North American theatrical release of Doug Block’s feature documentary “The Kids Grow Up.”  The film will premiere on Oct 29 at the Angelika Film Center in New York City before expanding its run to other cities (including the Laemmle Sunset 5 in LA on Nov 12).

Block tackles a similar personal narrative in his follow up to his acclaimed documentary "51 Birch Street" in which Block dissected his parents’ marriage and his relationship with his father. In a similar vein, "The Kids Grow Up" explores the director’s own bond with his daughter.

“We’re thrilled to be able to bring this moving, honest, funny, beautiful and important film to North American audiences,” said Shadow president Ken Eisen. “Doug’s made a film that’s truly universal precisely because it’s so personal.”

Comments

[Amy]

This looks awesome. Can't wait to see it. Just watched 51 Birch Street and I have recommended it to my siblings and friends.

[Debbie Harris]

I just wanted to say that I just watched 51 Birch Street and found it extremely moving. A fantastic documentary!!

[Doug Block]

Thanks a lot, Debbie. I think you'll have a similar reaction to The Kids Grow Up. So you know, it's now available on dvd: www.thekidsgrowup.com.