Soccer Drama 'Forza' Starring AC Milan Legend Alessandro Costacurta Heads to Tokyo Market With EST N8

Variety · 2026-10-25
Soccer Drama 'Forza' Starring AC Milan Legend Alessandro Costacurta Heads to Tokyo Market With EST N8

Marco Balsamo's soccer drama 'Forza,' shot between Bali and Milan, has secured international sales representation with EST N8 ahead of the Tokyo International Film Festival's TIFFCOM market (Oct. 28–30). The film will first screen publicly at Jakarta Film Week on Oct. 25. 'Forza' marks Balsamo's feature directorial debut and features AC Milan great Alessandro Costacurta, adding authenticity and star appeal for football fans worldwide. The film's journey from Bali to Milan and now to key Asian markets underscores the global appeal of soccer stories and the growing intersection of sports and cinema. EST N8's involvement signals confidence in the film's commercial prospects, while the Tokyo and Jakarta showcases provide crucial platforms for international buyers. As the sports drama genre continues to gain traction, 'Forza' is poised to capitalize on the universal language of football. The film's early festival exposure could set the stage for a broader release.