Japanese Filmmaker Hirokazu Kore-eda to Visit South Korea Next Month
Hirokazu Kore-eda will travel to South Korea on June 4-5 to promote his film "Sheep in the Box," according to its distributor Media Castle. The movie, which features a couple who adopt a humanoid robot resembling their deceased son, is one of 22 films competing at this year's Cannes Film Festival. It will have its world premiere at the festival before opening in South Korean theaters on June 10.
koreatimes.co.krJapanese filmmaker Hirokazu Kore-eda will visit South Korea next month to promote his latest film, its distributor said Tuesday. Kore-eda will be joined by child actor Rimu Kuwaki during the trip scheduled for June 4-5, Media Castle reported. " The sci-fi drama centers on a Japanese couple who welcome a humanoid robot resembling their late son into their family.
It is one of 22 films invited to compete for the top prize at this year's Cannes Film Festival.
"Sheep in the Box" will premiere at the Cannes Film Festival.
It is set to open in South Korean theaters on June 10. The distributor provided a photo of Kore-eda to accompany the announcement. The image is not for sale or further distribution.
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Story Timeline
3 events- 2026-05-12
Media Castle announces Kore-eda's upcoming visit to South Korea.
1 sourceYonhap - 2026-06-04
Kore-eda and Rimu Kuwaki are scheduled to arrive in South Korea.
1 sourceYonhap - 2026-06-10
"Sheep in the Box" opens in South Korean theaters.
1 sourceYonhap
Potential Impact
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The film will reach South Korean audiences following its Cannes premiere.
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Promotion visit may increase public interest in the sci-fi drama.
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Appearance by child actor Rimu Kuwaki could draw additional media coverage.
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