Coastal Films

Coastal Films, Inc.

Type	Private
Industry	Entertainment
Founded	19 March 1980 (19 March 1980)
Founders	Mikaeli Arenigwade
Headquarters	Oris, Orioni
Key people	Mikaeli Arenigwade (Chairman & CEO)
Products	Motion pictures
Website	coastalfilms.io

Coastal Films is an independent production company founded in 1980 by producer Mikaeli Arenigwade. The company was established with the goal of bringing powerful and thought-provoking stories to the big screen. Arenigwade's passion for independent film led him to seek unique and unconventional stories that would resonate with audiences and challenge societal norms.

The company's first production was the 1982 film Jane Mambo, directed by Alan Smithee, starring Lila Patel and written by Jeni Agazeni. The film was met with critical acclaim and has since become a cult classic. Its powerful performances, evocative score, and thought-provoking themes have made it a timeless piece of cinema.

Since then, Coastal Films has continued to produce various films that have been well-received by critics and audiences alike. The company has been known for its commitment to diversity and representation, and has produced films that tell stories from underrepresented perspectives. Coastal Films has also been recognized for its ability to bring fresh and unique voices to the big screen.

Coastal Films is based in Oris and is committed to producing films that are both technically sound and emotionally impactful. The company continues to be a notable player in the independent film industry, dedicated to bringing unique and powerful stories to audiences.

Filmography

The following is a chronological list of films that have been produced by Coastal Films since its establishment in 1980.

Release date	Title	Notes	Budget	Gross
15 January 1982	Jane Mambo	Drama	Φ15 million	Φ125.5 million
1987	The Last Stop	Drama	Φ20 million	Φ90 million
1990	The Outsider	Thriller	Φ25 million	Φ150 million
1995	Sands of Time	Romance	Φ30 million	Φ200 million
2000	Broken Wings	Family	Φ35 million	Φ180 million
2005	Voices in the Dark	Thriller	Φ40 million	Φ220 million
2010	From the Ashes	Action	Φ50 million	Φ300 million
2015	The Lost Village	Adventure	Φ60 million	Φ400 million
21 September 2018	Crazy Rich Orientals	Romance/Drama	Φ80 million	Φ700 million
2019	Silent Storm	Drama	Φ85 million	Φ450 million
2022	The Unseen	Mystery	Φ90 million	Φ500 million
2025	A Different Kind of Love	Romance/Drama	Φ100 million	Φ600 million

Distribution

Coastal Films has also engaged in international distribution, extending its reach to global audiences.

Release date	Title	Notes	Budget	Gross
13 August 1983	Kimmerzan	Historical War Drama	A$ 3 million	A$ 15 million

Awards

The company has also been recognized in various film awards, winning several awards for its films like Jane Mambo. Coastal Films has also been nominated for numerous other awards, including the Best Cinematography at the Andro Film Festival.