Pulsar Pictures, the New York-based powerhouse in entertainment marketing and distribution, has officially announced the appointment of Melissa Wohl to its leadership team.
This strategic move aims to bolster the firm’s global sales, marketing, and distribution services as it prepares for a high-profile presence at the Marché du Film de Cannes.
With over three decades of expertise in worldwide content sales and business development, Wohl is a seasoned veteran known for securing lucrative international distribution deals. Her arrival coincides with a pivotal moment for Pulsar, as the company spearheads the North American sales and worldwide marketing for Passage Pictures’ highly anticipated feature, Corporate Retreat.
‘Corporate Retreat’ Leads Pulsar’s Cannes Slate
Directed by Aaron Fisher and starring Emmy-winner Alan Ruck (Succession), Corporate Retreat is generating significant buzz ahead of its May 22nd wide release across North America.
Pulsar Pictures is currently representing the film for North American sales at the Cannes Film Market, leveraging Wohl’s extensive network to maximize its commercial footprint. The film serves as a flagship project for Pulsar’s integrated approach, combining aggressive sales tactics with a comprehensive global marketing campaign.
A New Era of Distribution Services
Founded by Emmy® Award-winning executive Sal Scamardo, Pulsar Pictures has carved out a niche as a full-service partner for high-value productions across:
- Film & Television
- Music & Performing Arts
- Sports IP & Streaming Content
The company’s client roster includes industry leaders such as Passage Pictures, G.O.A.T.S Enterprises, Iconic Releasing Events, and Hawk House Entertainment. Pulsar distinguishes itself by offering tailored, end-to-end solutions—from the initial pitch and development of original content to securing worldwide distribution and executing multi-channel PR and social media strategies.
Sal Scamardo states: “I couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome Melissa to the Pulsar Pictures team. Her stellar reputation and deep industry experience will help propel Pulsar to new heights at a time of tremendous change and opportunity. As the entertainment industry evolves, our combined expertise and connections will be invaluable. We look forward to collaborating with producers, filmmakers, and platforms worldwide to help them achieve their goals.”
About the Film: ‘Corporate Retreat’
Equal parts biting satire and survival horror, Corporate Retreat takes aim at corporate culture with graphic carnage, pitch-black humor, and shocking twists, ensuring no one’s performance review is safe. In addition to Alan Ruck, the cast includes Ashton Sanders (“Moonlight”, “The Equalizer 2”), Odeya Rush (“Lady Bird”, “Cha Cha Real Smooth”), Kirby Johnson (“The Possession of Hannah Grace”), Sasha Lane (“American Honey”, “The Miseducation of Cameron Post”), Benjamin Norris (“Abbot Elementary”, “Never Have I Ever”), Zion Moreno (“Gossip Girl”, “Control Z”), Tyler
Alvarez (“Never Have I Ever”, “American Vandal”), Ellen Toland (“Inside The Rain”), Eden Amira (“Graphite,” “Abridged,” “Echo and Narcissus”), Omar Sharif, Jr. (“11th Hour”), and Rosanna Arquette (“Pulp Fiction”, “After Hours”).
The film will be screening at the 2026 Marché du Film de Cannes:
May 14th, 3:45PM, Olympia 5 and; May 15th, 11:30am, Olympia 5.
About Melissa Wohl
Before joining Pulsar Pictures, Melissa Wohl most recently served as EVP, Global Content Sales & Distribution at FilmRise (now Radial Entertainment). Previously, she held executive sales roles at Content Media/Fireworks, Allumination Filmworks, Harmony Gold, and Chicago’s PBS station WTTW, where she was Executive in Charge of Co-Production for the acclaimed music series Center Stage. Her professional journey began at Walt Disney World as a character performer, followed by director-level roles at Hearst Entertainment and Paulist Productions. Melissa’s vast experience and network have consistently delivered results for clients and partners worldwide.
About Sal Scamardo
Sal Scamardo is an Emmy® Award-winning producer and veteran executive with an extensive background in feature film, music, sports, and television. He has held key positions at CBS/Fox Video, PolyGram Video, Universal/USA Films, Palm Pictures, and FilmRise, where he was VP, Marketing & Distribution for the world’s largest independent streaming network (now Radial Entertainment).
Sal’s deal-making, distribution, and marketing expertise has supported Oscar®, Tony®, Grammy® and Emmy award winners such as Cher, Barbra Streisand, Andrea Bocelli, Mitzi Gaynor, and prominent athletes like Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, and Walter Payton, as well as Best Picture winner producer, David Weisman. Over two decades, he led home video programming, marketing, and distribution for America’s major sports leagues, and recently steered the highly successful IMAX release of Prince: Sign o’ The Times.
