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Lionsgate

has extended its relationship with its Grindstone Entertainment Group, which generated the Nicolas Cage-

John Cusack

thriller “Frozen Ground.”

The studio has also signed new multi-year agreements with president and CEO Barry Brooker and principal Stan Wertlieb.

The partnership also yielded the thriller “Empire State,” starring

Dwayne Johnson

.

“We expect them to continue to serve as a reliable source of profitable films featuring world-class talent in the years to come and, as they continue to evolve as a label, we look forward to elevating our Grindstone relationship to the next level,” said Lionsgate chief operating officer Steve Beeks.

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