Chloé Zhao Discusses Neurodivergence and Storytelling at London Film Festival

In a conversation at the London Film Festival on October 10th, 2025, acclaimed director Chloé Zhao discussed her creative process and the challenges of filmmaking. Zhao's latest historical drama 'Hamnet' had its European premiere at the festival the previous night, receiving an emotional response from the audience.

Zhao spoke about her passion for rediscovering older storytelling methods that have been forgotten in modern society. She believes the "language of ambiguity" is vital for the health of a society and that even in Hollywood, the film industry struggles to preserve this approach. Zhao acknowledged the difficulty of financing films that don't necessarily prioritize profits, but she remains committed to creating stories that resonate with her.