John Penotti

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John Penotti is an American film and television producer known for his work in both Hollywood and international markets. [1] [2] In 2013, he founded Ivanhoe Pictures, [3] a company specializing in local-language productions. Ivanhoe later merged with Sidney Kimmel Entertainment, forming SK Global Entertainment, where Penotti served as a founder and CEO. SK Global was acquired by London-based investment firm Centricus in 2022. [4]

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Penotti is recognized for producing Crazy Rich Asians , directed by Jon M. Chu, a film notable for its all-Asian cast and significant impact on Hollywood's approach to diversity. [5] The movie achieved commercial success, ranking among the highest-grossing romantic comedies and is credited with fostering a renewed interest in diverse, culturally-centered storytelling. [6]

Penotti's work extends across numerous regions, including Asia, Europe, and Latin America, where he has developed and produced content in various local languages. His projects include the Netflix series Thai Cave Rescue , the acclaimed Korean thriller The Wailing , and the Hindi-language Delhi Crime , which won an International Emmy. [7] [8] Other notable productions include Hell or High Water , [9] a 2017 Academy Award nominee for Best Picture, and Greta , directed by Neil Jordan. Through partnerships in China, Thailand, India, South Korea, and beyond, Penotti has played a prominent role in bridging talent and resources between Hollywood and international film industries. [10]

Personal life

Penotti was born in Paterson, New Jersey. He is a graduate of Tufts University, Summa Cum Laude.

Filmography

Film

YearFilm
2023Virgo and the Sparklings
2022 Sri Asih
2022Lara Ati
2022 Final Cut
2021Akhirat: A Love Story
2021 The Box
2021 India Sweet and Spices
2020Betaal
2019 The Jesus Rolls
2019 Impetigore
2019 The Sky is Pink
2019 Strange But True
2018 Cities of Last Things
2018 Greta
2018Ghoul
2018 Crazy Rich Asians
2017 Brad’s Status
2017Another Shot
2017 The Book of Henry
2016 Hell or High Water
2016 The Wailing
2015 Bride Wars
2015 Intimate Enemies
2014 Slow Video
2013 All is Bright
2013 Movie 43
2011 Violet & Daisy
2010 Frozen
2009 Tenderness
2009 Balls Out: Gary the Tennis Coach
2008 The Midnight Meat Train
2007Awake
2007 Feast of Love
2007 Meet Bill
2006 Wedding Daze
2006 Once in a Lifetime: The Extraordinary Story of the New York Cosmos
2006 A Prairie Home Companion
2005 Slow Burn
2005 Romance & Cigarettes
2004 Saving Face
2004Yes
2003 Uptown Girls
2002 Swimfan
2002 Just a Kiss
2001 Piñero
2001The Château
2001 In the Bedroom
2000 Lisa Picard is Famous
1998 Illuminata
1998 A Price Above Rubies
1996 I’m Not Rappaport

Television

YearTitle
2019-2024 Dehli Crime , Seasons 1-3
2023 The Talent Agency
2022 Thai Cave Rescue

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