‘All of a Sudden’ trailer: Ryusuke Hamaguchi’s Cannes-winning drama promises an emotional rollercoaster
The trailer for Ryusuke Hamaguchi’s new film, 'All of a Sudden', has been released, highlighting a story of friendship between two women facing personal struggles. The film, which won a shared Best Actress award at Cannes, is Japan's entry for the upcoming Academy Awards.
Why it matters
The film represents a significant cultural contribution from an acclaimed director, drawing attention to international cinema and its recognition in global awards circuits.
Neon has unveiled the trailer for All of a Sudden , the latest film from Japanese auteur Ryusuke Hamaguchi. Written by Hamaguchi and Léa Le Dimna, the film earned its lead actors, Virginie Efira and Tao Okamoto, a shared Best Actress award at the 79th Cannes Film Festival this year .
In the trailer, Marie-Lou (Efira) meets Mari (Okamoto), a Japanese theatre director battling cancer, a meeting that will forever change their lives. “Director of a care facility for the elderly, Marie-Lou strives to introduce an innovative care philosophy based on listening and respecting residents’ dignity, despite resistance from part of her staff. Her encounter with Mari, a Japanese theatre director battling cancer, will profoundly reshape her path. By forming a deep, supportive friendship, the two women join forces in a shared struggle to ‘make the impossible possible’,” reads the logline of the film.
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