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Director Hamaguchi Ryusuke's new film 'All of a Sudden' premiered at the Cannes Film Festival, where it is competing for the Palme d'Or. The Japan-France co-production, his first set primarily outside Japan and in French, explores themes of care and contingency. The film will open in Japan on June 19 and in France on August 12, with Neon holding North American rights.
Facts First
- Hamaguchi Ryusuke's 'All of a Sudden' premiered at Cannes to a standing ovation and is in competition for the Palme d'Or.
- The film is a Japan-France co-production, marking Hamaguchi's first primarily set outside Japan and his first in French.
- The story is loosely based on real correspondence between a dying philosopher and a medical anthropologist.
- The film incorporates the Humanitude care philosophy, a French-developed approach to care introduced to Japan about a decade ago.
- 'All of a Sudden' opens in Japan on June 19 and France on Aug. 12, with Neon holding the North American distribution rights.
What Happened
Hamaguchi Ryusuke's film 'All of a Sudden' premiered at the Cannes Film Festival, receiving a standing ovation. The film is an official competition entry for the festival's top prize, the Palme d'Or. It is a co-production between Japan and France and represents Hamaguchi's first film set primarily outside Japan and his first in the French language. The project took five years to complete.
Why this Matters to You
If you are a fan of international cinema, this film may soon be accessible to you. With Neon holding the North American rights, a U.S. release is likely to follow the summer openings in Japan and France. The film's exploration of the Humanitude care philosophy could offer a unique perspective on caregiving and human connection that resonates with broader societal conversations.
What's Next
The film is scheduled to open in Japanese theaters on June 19 and in French theaters on August 12. Following these releases, Neon is expected to announce North American distribution plans, which could bring the film to a wider international audience later this year.