Kore-eda's Eddie Redmayne Film: Script in Progress

Filmmaker Hirokazu Kore-eda has confirmed that the script for his forthcoming film project with actor Eddie Redmayne is currently in progress. This Searchlight Pictures collaboration is in the writing stage, according to Kore-eda, who spoke at a press conference in Busan. He indicated that specific plot details are not yet available but that development is moving forward smoothly.

Kore-eda expressed his intention to formally announce the film perhaps next year. He hopes to bring this new project to the Busan International Film Festival as well. This marks another connection with the festival, which has consistently invited him since his debut.

Separately, Kore-eda also discussed his manga adaptation, "Look Back," at the festival. He described the manga's impact on him, noting its exploration of the creative impulse and the burdens artists carry. The director emphasized his filmmaking approach, focusing on the actors' interactions and the atmospheric setting.

For "Look Back," Kore-eda insisted on shooting with 35mm film across all four seasons to maintain a healthy tension on set. He also highlighted the use of rotoscoped animation for a specific sequence, explaining it as a suitable medium between live-action and traditional animation. The film features the cast members Deguchi Natsuki, Makita Aju, Mori Nana, and Ishikawa Ruka, who shared their experiences at the festival.