Cinemax zooms in on 'Zoo'

'Me @ the Zoo'HBO has acquired U.S. broadcast privileges to documentary feature "Me @ the Zoo," which concentrates on the phenomenon of Internet celebrity. "Zoo," the official choice for the 2012 Sundance Film Festival documentary competish, is really a first-time directorial effort from Chris Moukarbel and Valerie Veatch. Vin Farrell, Jim McKay and R.E.M. singer Michael Stipe of C-Hundred Film professional created with Rachel Grady. Using as a focus Chris Crocker, who acquired prestige having a YouTube attract for individuals to put off demeaning Britney Warrior spears, "Zoo" explores how movie and internet sites have affected lives. Josh Braun at Submarine discussed the offer with Cinemax Documentary Films. Reminder Films is handling worldwide privileges. Contact Jon Weisman at jon.weisman@variety.com