mk2

mk2 is an independent French film and cultural entertainment group whose activities span production, co-production, international sales, theatrical distribution and cinema exhibition. Founded by filmmaker and producer Marin Karmitz in 1974, its history also includes the production business he established in 1967. The group combines work with filmmakers and rights holders with the operation of cinemas and cultural experiences for audiences.

Film production and international sales

Through mk2 films, the group works across film packaging, financing, production, festival launches and worldwide sales. Its catalogue contains more than 1,000 titles, bringing together contemporary independent cinema and historical works by filmmakers including Charlie Chaplin, François Truffaut, Agnès Varda, Abbas Kiarostami, Krzysztof Kieślowski, Jacques Demy and David Lynch.

The group's film activities encompass feature films and documentaries, with international sales forming a distinct part of its work alongside production and distribution. Film heritage is another focus: catalogue curation, restoration and 4K theatrical re-releases help bring older films to contemporary audiences. These activities connect its production and sales work with the preservation and renewed circulation of cinema history.

Exhibition and cultural activity

mk2 operates cinema networks in France and Spain, combining arthouse programming with films intended for broader audiences. Its exhibition business is complemented by private screenings, premieres, venue hire and cultural events. International licensing and distribution partnerships extend its reach beyond the countries where it operates physical cinemas.

The group's wider activities include cultural publishing through TROISCOULEURS, curated video on demand through mk2 Curiosity, immersive entertainment through mk2 VR, and event production through mk2 Sunset Cinema. Together, these businesses provide several ways to produce, present and circulate films, from theatrical screenings and public events to home viewing and editorial coverage. This integrated structure connects filmmaking, film heritage, exhibition and cultural programming within the same group.