EXCLUSIVE: Biotech entrepreneur Jonathan Lim, M.D. is moving into the realm of film production and financing with the launch of City Hill Arts.Lim’s start-up will acquire IP, develop, package, produce and fund projects, while investing in those that meet its criteria, via exceptional writing, talent and collaborators.

Executives joining him at the company include Participant Media and MGM veteran Jeff Ivers, who will serve as COO; Robin Jonas, a 10-year veteran of Miramax Films and former President of Kevin Costner’s Tig Productions, who will serve as President; Alcon Entertainment’s former head of production Steven P.

Wegner, who will serve as EVP Production; and Mike Kolko, who brings broad experience in production accounting and tax incentives to his role as VP of Physical Production.Lim says his goal with City Hill Arts is to “revitalize people, planet and perspective”—to spotlight “stories of transformation, or everyday people trying to do extraordinary things.“We’re really looking at socially relevant stories that are intended to inspire diverse global audiences.

So, we’re seeking compelling, character-driven stories from diverse genres,” said Lim. “These are stories that show the triumph of the human spirit overcoming adversity in a powerful way, while revealing a deeper truth about humanity and the world we share.”City Hall Arts has already built out a robust slate of projects at budget levels ranging from the indie to the epic, and this fall will go into production on director David Schurmann’s (Little Secret) film The Penguin and the Fisherman, starring Jean Reno.

Biotech Entrepreneur Jonathan Lim Launches City Hill Arts; Unveils Slate Of Projects With Stampede Ventures & More

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