Pathe U.Ok. Faucets Lookout Level CEO Religion Penhale as Managing Director

Religion Penhale will be part of Pathe U.Ok. as managing director from March 1, 2023.

Penhale is at present CEO of Lookout Level, one of many U.Ok.’s finest identified producers of scripted tv, answerable for “Gentleman Jack,” “Les Miserables,” “Completely satisfied Valley” and “Warfare and Peace.”

In her new function, Penhale’s quick focus will likely be on main Pathe U.Ok.’s growth into tv drama.

After 23 years with Pathe, Cameron McCracken will likely be stepping down as managing director to take up the newly created function of head of movie, reporting into Penhale. McCracken will proceed to handle the manufacturing and distribution of the movie slate which incorporates Richard Eyre’s “Allelujah” and Oliver Parker’s “The Nice Escaper.”

Penhale stated: “Pathe is iconic, setting the bar for the best high quality filmmaking. It’s wonderful that in Cameron’s tenure, Pathe’s productions have been nominated for 70 BAFTAs and 50 Oscars, starting from ‘Slumdog Millionaire’ to ‘Philomena’ and from ‘The Queen’ to ‘Selma.’  The chance to construct on this unparalleled historical past – to be essentially the most distinctive, expertise focussed, proudly impartial house for the very best storytellers – was irresistible. I’ve had essentially the most unforgettable seven years at Lookout Level and with BBC Studios and whereas I’m unhappy to be saying goodbye to many inspirational associates and colleagues, I can’t wait to get began on this subsequent new chapter.”

Ardavan Safaee, president, Pathe Movies, added: “We’re thrilled to welcome Religion, whose extraordinary abilities and expertise will lead Pathe into the world of scripted tv – our new main focus within the U.Ok.. Her observe report and her will to proceed what Cameron has been constructing for a few years, is in good alignment with Pathe’s ongoing efforts to be the pure house for the easiest abilities. We are able to’t await her to reach and begin constructing our new slate.”