David Fenkel

David Fenkel is a veteran of the independent film distribution world who previously helped run Oscilloscope Laboratories. His defining founding philosophy was a relentless commitment to protecting the creative vision of auteur directors, building A24 into the most trusted production and distribution partner for the world’s most sought-after filmmakers.

David Fenkel co-founded A24 Films, LLC in 2012, serving as its President and leading the company’s creative and production divisions. Under his leadership, A24 has built an unparalleled roster of auteur directors, including Ari Aster, Robert Eggers, and the Daniels, by offering a level of creative freedom and marketing sophistication that the legacy studios simply cannot provide. Fenkel’s deep institutional relationships in the independent film sector have allowed A24 to consistently win the most coveted scripts at the Sundance and Cannes film festivals, often beating out deep-pocketed competitors like Netflix and Amazon. His leadership style is defined by a deep respect for the creative process, a meticulous attention to detail in production management, and a relentless focus on quality over quantity. Fenkel’s legacy is a company that has become the definitive stamp of quality in modern cinema, producing a slate of critically acclaimed, culturally significant films that have redefined the independent film landscape.