A24 film studio's production and distribution model

A24, a New York-based film production and distribution company founded in 2012 by Daniel Katz, David Fenkel, and John Hodges, has established a brand recognized for high-quality, non-mainstream content. The studio has gained significant industry influence through films such as “The Lobster,” “Aftersun,” “The Whale,” and “The Zone of Interest.”

The company’s role in film production often involves complex relationships between financing, development, and distribution. For example, in the case of “Moonlight,” A24 participated in financing and production after the project's initial development by other entities. This distinction between acting as a primary producer versus a distributor or financier highlights the multifaceted nature of the studio's involvement in the creative process.