Alief, the French-UK sales outfit known for genre-bending projects, has closed multiple deals on Romas Zabarauskas’ queer neo-noir The Activist, covering nearly 20 territories ahead of its international premiere in the Baltic competition at Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival (PÖFF). In North America, TLA Releasing has acquired U.S. and Canada rights, while the Baltic rights have been secured by WBD International Content LLC for HBO Max distribution. The exclusive deals underscore Alief's growing footprint in international LGBTQ+ cinema and set The Activist up for a high-profile rollout across key markets. Directed by Romas Zabarauskas, The Activist blends crime-noir sensibilities with gay storytelling, making it a standout title for festival audiences and streaming platforms seeking bold LGBTQ+ cinema. Stay tuned for further acquisition updates as The Activist heads toward the Tallinn debut and a wide multi-territory release strategy.