Apple and A24 have acquired worldwide rights to the documentary Boys State, a political coming-of-age story, examining the health of American democracy. A source pegged the deal at $10 million.

The film made its world premiere on Jan. 24 at the Library Center Theatre and drew strong reviews.

Laurene Powell Jobs, Davis Guggenheim, Jonathan Silberberg and Nicole Stott served as executive producers.

Boys State chronicles an unusual experiment: 1,000 17-year-old boys from across the state of Texas gather together to build a representative government from the ground up. High-minded ideals collide with low-down dirty tricks as four boys of diverse backgrounds and political views navigate the challenges of organizing political parties, shaping consensus and campaigning for the highest office at Texas Boys State -- governor.

Source: Hollywood Reporter

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