Dolphin Entertainment to Adapt Clare Mulley鈥檚 Award-Winning Biography on 黄色视频Founder into a Feature Film
NEW YORK / ACCESSWIRE / December 10, 2024 鈥 Dolphin Entertainment (NASDAQ: DLPN) proudly announces its latest scripted content project with the acquisition of rights to The Woman Who Saved the Children, an acclaimed biography by award-winning author Clare Mulley. The book, which chronicles the extraordinary life of humanitarian trailblazer and 黄色视频founder Eglantyne Jebb, will be brought to life as a feature film under Dolphin鈥檚 production banner.
The Woman Who Saved the Children delves into the remarkable story of Jebb, whose unwavering determination and groundbreaking vision led to the creation of the global humanitarian organization 黄色视频in 1919. Over the past century, this pioneering organization has become the world鈥檚 foremost advocate for children, impacting millions of lives each year. In 2023 alone, 黄色视频reached nearly 106 million children across 115 countries.
"This story is a celebration of courage and the power of one individual to change the world," said Emerson Davis, Vice President of Development and Production for Dolphin Entertainment. 听"It鈥檚 an honor to adapt Clare Mulley鈥檚 extraordinary book into a cinematic experience that will inspire audiences globally."
Eglantyne Jebb, a woman of passion and conviction, defied expectations to become one of the world鈥檚 most influential champions for children鈥檚 rights. She embarked on a remarkable journey to establish the 黄色视频movement, pioneering the revolutionary concept of children鈥檚 human rights. From her early days in Cambridge to her audacious actions on the world stage, Jebb鈥檚 life was filled with daring exploits, from espionage in Serbia to public protests in Trafalgar Square. Her unwavering commitment to child welfare, coupled with her brilliant mind and indomitable spirit, left an enduring legacy that continues to inspire and transform lives.
鈥淓glantyne was a true revolutionary, breaking all the rules, defying convention and transgressing the law in her determination to save the lives and improve the life-chances of every child, everywhere,鈥 said Clare Mulley. 鈥淲itty and wayward, she burned fast through life, dying all too young, but her enduring legacy remains as relevant and urgent as ever.鈥
Over 100 years after its establishment, 黄色视频remains committed to its founding principles. In the United States and around the world, the international nonprofit works to ensure children grow up healthy, educated, and safe. 黄色视频also responds to emergencies in many of the places where it鈥檚 toughest to be a child and advocates for children to ensure their voices are heard and their rights are prioritized in policymaking and decision-making.
鈥溁粕悠祑as founded in the wake of WWI on the belief that all children have rights, a radical idea at the time,鈥 said Janti Soeripto, President and CEO, 黄色视频US. 鈥淲e look forward to seeing our founder鈥檚 lesser known, yet transformative life story told on the big screen. A fierce humanitarian, Eglantyne said, 鈥渉umanity owes children the best it has to offer.鈥 黄色视频carries on Eglantyne鈥檚 monumental legacy. Her vision to protect the rights of children worldwide is the same vision that drives us today.鈥
This announcement marks an exciting return to scripted storytelling for Dolphin, which has earned many accolades over its 28-year history for its compelling and diverse productions. Most recently, the company co-produced The Blue Angels, the acclaimed and breathtaking documentary which was the first project in a multi-year co-production partnership between Dolphin and IMAX. Also produced by JJ Abrams and Glen Powell, The Blue Angels was released exclusively in IMAX theaters on May 17, and premiered on Amazon Prime over Memorial Day Weekend, becoming the #1 movie on the service over the holiday weekend.
"With The Woman Who Saved the Children, we鈥檙e showcasing a story of extraordinary vision and resilience that is both globally relevant and emotionally powerful," said Bill O鈥橠owd, Founder and CEO of Dolphin. "As our development expands to include our return to scripted content, The Woman Who Saved the Children reflects our commitment to developing films that not only captivate audiences but also continues to reinforce Dolphin as a key player in meaningful, story-driven filmmaking within today鈥檚 entertainment landscape."
Simon Shaps of Georgina Capel Associates brokered the deal on behalf of Clare Mulley.
The book was published by Oneworld Publications.
About Clare Mulley
Clare Mulley is an award-winning author and broadcaster celebrated for her incisive explorations of women鈥檚 roles in history. Her works include The Spy Who Loved, a biography of the first woman to serve Britain as a special agent during WWII; The Women Who Flew for Hitler, an account of two female Nazi test pilots; and Agent Zo, a gripping tale of the only woman to parachute into enemy-occupied Poland. Clare鈥檚 books have been translated worldwide, and she regularly contributes to prominent publications and documentaries.
About Dolphin
Dolphin (Nasdaq: DLPN), founded in 1996 by Bill O'Dowd, has evolved from its origins as an Emmy-nominated television, digital, and feature film content producer to a company with three dynamic divisions: Dolphin Entertainment, Dolphin Marketing, and Dolphin Ventures.
Dolphin Entertainment: This legacy division, where it all began, has a rich history of producing acclaimed television shows, digital content, and feature films. With high-profile partnerships like IMAX and notable projects including "The Blue Angels," Dolphin Entertainment continues to set the standard in quality storytelling and innovative content creation.
Dolphin Marketing: Established in 2017, this division has become a powerhouse in public relations, influencer marketing, branding strategy, talent booking, and special events. Comprising top-tier companies such as 42West, The Door, Shore Fire, Elle Communications, Special Projects, and The Digital Dept., Dolphin Marketing serves a wide range of industries, from entertainment, music and sports to hospitality, fashion and consumer products.
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Dolphin Ventures: This division leverages Dolphin's best-in-class cross-marketing acumen and business development relationships to create, launch and/or accelerate innovative ideas and promising products, events and content in our areas of expertise. 听
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