Falcon, Bruno Gmünder Ink European Deal

SAN FRANCISCO - American gay adult studio Falcon Entertainment and Berlin-based Bruno Gmünder Publishing have signed a deal under which Gmünder will handle all of Falcon's European distribution and public relations, the companies announced Wednesday.

Beginning in December, Gmünder will distribute all new releases from Falcon Studios, Mustang Studios, the Jocks Roadtrip series, Massive Studio and Falcon Str8men as well as a large inventory of classic catalog titles. The companies plan additional partnerships on the Web and in sex-toy offerings and high-quality photo books.

"I can't imagine a stronger partnership than the one we have co-created with Bruno Gmünder," said Falcon chief executive officer Steve Johnson. "They have a long and successful history as a wholesaler of gay adult material, and we are completely confident they will be a perfect partner for Falcon Entertainment."

Gmünder CEO Michael Taubenheim added, "Bruno Gmünder is proud to offer the European market Falcon Entertainment as our premiere gay adult studio. Our vast experience in distribution and Falcon's superior quality of films make for a mutually beneficial relationship."