Kore-eda Hirokazu Still Scripting Eddie Redmayne Collaboration for Searchlight Pictures
The Japanese director confirms his next feature with the Oscar winner remains in early writing stages at Busan International Film Festival.
Shortfundly Desk · Busan ·
Japanese filmmaker Kore-eda Hirokazu revealed at the Busan International Film Festival that his upcoming collaboration with Eddie Redmayne for Searchlight Pictures is still in the screenplay phase. Speaking at a press conference for his manga adaptation "Look Back," Kore-eda stated he is currently writing the script and declined to share specific plot details.
The project marks Kore-eda's first English-language feature since "The Truth" (2019) and represents a significant cross-cultural partnership between the acclaimed Japanese auteur and the British Academy Award winner. Searchlight Pictures, known for distributing prestige international cinema, is backing the production.
Kore-eda's appearance at Busan underscores the festival's role as a key platform for Asian cinema and international co-productions. The director's comments suggest the film remains in early development, with casting beyond Redmayne and production timelines yet to be announced.
This brief draws on reporting from Variety.
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