Michael Matrenza is a senior marketing and distribution executive with over sixteen years of experience working in distribution. Having previously worked at Roadshow Films and on Melbourne International Film Festival, Michael has worked in the marketing team at Madman Entertainment since 2011, currently heading up marketing for the business across all product divisions and leading Australian acquisitions.

With a passion for collaborating with local filmmaking teams to define audience strategies and finding local audience for international cinema, some of Michael’s favourite campaigns include High Ground, Nitram, The Substance, The Zone of Interest, Parasite, Ali’s Wedding, That Sugar Film and The Killing of a Sacred Deer.

Michael also leads Australian acquisitions for Madman.