AGBO and Russo Brothers to Headline SXSW London: A Showcase of Innovative Storytelling Across Mediums
SXSW London is set to feature a new partnership with AGBO, the independent studio founded by the Russo brothers. The collaboration will showcase AGBO's diverse storytelling approach across various mediums such as film, television, gaming, and immersive experiences. The festival, scheduled for June 1-6 in Shoreditch, will serve as a platform for premieres, emerging voices, and innovative creators reshaping the narrative landscape. AGBO's involvement will be prominent throughout the Conference and Screen Festival, with appearances from the Russos and Donald Mustard, a partner at AGBO.
AGBO's impressive portfolio includes projects like Everything Everywhere All at Once, Extraction, The Gray Man, and the Citadel franchise, with season two launching in May. The studio's recent release, The Bluff, achieved global success on Prime Video. With a track record of over $7 billion at the global box office, the Russo Brothers and AGBO are gearing up for upcoming ventures like Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars. Additionally, they are working on projects like TYGO, Mercenary, The Whisper Man, and John Rambo, with production underway for Extraction 3 featuring Chris Hemsworth, Idris Elba, and Golshifteh Farahani.
AGBO's chief creative officer, Angela Russo-Otstot, emphasized the studio's commitment to evolving storytelling across various platforms and disciplines. The partnership with SXSW London provides a global stage for exploring the intersection of arts, technology, and gaming, engaging with a new wave of creators shaping the future of storytelling. The event will feature notable speakers like Neon's Tom Quinn, actress Sophia Bush, and YouTuber Markiplier, offering insights and perspectives on the evolving landscape of storytelling.