Precious Metal’s Horror Debut Shockingly Wins Release from Black Fawn

Canadian indie studio Precious Metal Productions has signed a partnership with distribution company Black Fawn Distribution to create a three‑picture genre slate.

The agreement, announced early this month, will see the first horror feature directed by Precious Metal co‑founder Christopher Giroux begin shooting in early 2027.

The deal marks a milestone for Precious Metal, which the duo of Giroux and actress‑producer Ann Pirvu launched last January. “Partnering with Black Fawn Distribution gives us an incredible opportunity to build a slate of exciting genre films while working alongside a team that truly understands both filmmaking and audiences,” Giroux said.

“Black Fawn Distribution teaming up with Precious Metal Productions made sense on every level, and we’re looking forward to helping this new slate of genre films connect with both Canadian and international audiences,” added CF Benner, senior vice president of finance operations at Black Fawn.

## Background & Context

Precious Metal was founded by Christopher Giroux, a Canadian producer known for romance titles such as *Snowbound for the Holidays* for Hallmark and the studio’s first feature *Bee My Love*.

Giroux has also served as a producer on numerous horror projects, including *Anything For Jackson*, *Bite*, *Pins and Needles*, *I’ll Take Your Dead*, *The Heretics*, and most recently *The Voices of Our Mother*.

Ann Pirvu, who co‑founded Precious Metal, is best recognized for her roles as Nicole on the CW’s *Reign* and Zoe in the award‑winning series *Poly Is the New Monogamy*.

“At the heart of what we’re building with Precious Metal Productions is a commitment to meaningful, commercially accessible stories while championing Canadian talent on both sides of the camera,” Pirvu explained.

The studio’s focus spans original content creation and full‑service production, aiming to bring Canadian narratives to wider audiences.

Black Fawn Distribution operates as a subsidiary of horror filmmakers Chad Archibald and Cody Calahan’s Black Fawn Films. The distributor has built a robust catalogue across all platforms with titles such as *Bury The Devil*, *Death of A Yellowbird*, *It Feeds*, and *Violence*.

In 2025, Black Fawn expanded into international sales, launching with *The Undertone* and securing a deal with A24 after a bidding war.

## The New Partnership

The three‑film slate will launch with Giroux’s horror feature, adapted from an original screenplay he co‑wrote with Pirvu. Production is slated to begin in early 2027, positioning the studio for a timely entry into the 2028 film cycle.

Giroux expressed confidence that “Canadian filmmakers can create commercially viable films without compromising creative ambition,” underscoring the duo’s belief that their partnership will yield both artistic and market success.

Black Fawn’s role centers on distribution across Canadian and international markets, leveraging its established network of genre specialists.

CF Benner highlighted the company’s mission: “We’ve always sought out creative teams that can help bring cool new stories to life.” The partnership also aligns with Black Fawn’s history of community and audience engagement, a factor deemed essential in today’s marketplace.

## Looking Ahead

With the first project slated for 2027, Precious Metal and Black Fawn are already charting the next steps for their remaining two titles. While specifics about those films remain under wraps, both companies emphasize a shared vision of “fearless filmmaking” that balances commercial appeal with creative integrity.

The collaboration is expected to elevate Canadian genre cinema on the global stage, offering fresh narratives while maintaining strong domestic roots. As production schedules tighten, audiences can anticipate a new wave of Canadian horror and genre stories that blend accessible storytelling with inventive production values.

The partnership’s launch signals a bold move for both studios, promising a future where Canadian talent thrives both on screen and behind the scenes.