Italian distribution company I Wonder Pictures has acquired the Mexican drama-thriller “ On the Road ,” directed by David Pablos , which world premieres Sept. 4 in the Horizons section of the Venice Film Festival .

The film’s producers include Inna Payán and “Andor” star Diego Luna. Berlin-based sales agency M-Appeal is handling world sales.

“On the Road” follows Veneno, a rebellious young drifter, who frequents roadside diners where he sleeps with truck drivers. Urgently needing a ride, he meets Muñeco, a hard-edged driver who keeps to himself. He convinces Muñeco to take him deep into the hyper-masculine world of long-haul trucking across the north of Mexico.

As they travel together and an unexpected intimacy builds between them, shadows from Veneno’s past resurface, putting b

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