Harris Dickinson & Archie Pearch Launch Devisio Pictures, Actor’s Directorial Debut Kicks Off Slate

Andreas Wiseman
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EXCLUSIVE: The Iron Claw and Triangle Of Sadness star Harris Dickinson has partnered with producer Archie Pearch to launch film and TV production company Devisio Pictures.

The company aims to champion filmmakers and creatives “with distinct voices, working closely with both emerging and established talent”.

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Devisio has secured independent financing through a partnership with Tricky Knot, an entertainment financing and development company. Devisio will have its own film and development fund.

First up on the UK-based outfit’s slate is Dickinson’s feature directorial debut which is due to begin filming this summer. Casting has yet to be set and plot details are under wraps but the film will deal with the subjects of homelessness and mental health. Financiers include BBC Film, BFI and Tricky Knot.

Pearch has made a handful of short films and worked as a production assistant on sizeable Hollywood movies. Most recently he was assistant to UK super-producer David Heyman, getting a front row seat for movies including Barbie, Wonka and Marriage Story.

Before originating Devisio in 2021, Pearch produced Dickinson’s directorial debut short film, 2003, whose crew also included feted cinematographer Robbie Ryan.

Dickinson tells us about the company: “We are dedicated to championing bold and original ideas, embracing risk and creating a collaborative and inclusive environment. We intend to create a strong reputation and unique identity, driven by quality.”

“We are committed to innovating and being disruptive in service of bold and visionary storytelling,” Pearch adds. “Our diverse interests and experiences drive us to tell urgent, universal stories that transcend borders”.

Dickinson said of his filmmaking debut: “For the past five years, I’ve been developing this story hoping to create a pertinent and bold film that speaks to issues around homelessness and mental health. I’ve been working closely with my local community to bring visibility to people’s experiences and we’re attempting to push the cinematic boundaries of what people expect from a film of this genre.”

“As the pieces of this puzzle come together, we couldn’t be more thrilled to embark on this journey with our partners at BBC Film, BFI and Tricky Knot, who support our vision,” added the duo.

BAFTA nominee Dickinson broke out in Sundance movie Beach Rats and is also known for FX series A Murder At The End Of The World. Upcoming he has A24’s Babygirl and Steve McQueen’s Blitz.

Devisio is represented by Brillstein Entertainment and Gersh while Nick Mahara and Dave Feldman act as their attorneys.

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