What defines the family? Is it determined by blood ties or is it rather made up of people who choose and protect each other, who take care of each other? These fundamental questions are at the heart of the work of Japanese filmmaker Hirokazu Kore-eda, who has made them the starting point for his masterpieces. … Read more
In 2022, the Cannes International Film Festival saw some pretty stiff competition with big-name authors like David Cronenberg, Park Chan Wookand Claire Dennis all vying for the top prize. Amidst all this fierce competition, it’s hard to stand out and gain critical acclaim, let alone awards. But Broker was able to leave the festival with … Read more
Japanese director Hirokazu Kore-eda enlists star Song Kang-ho for brokera road movie that makes you think about adoption and blood ties. In theaters today, the film won the best actor award for Song Kang-ho, the father of Parasite, three years after the worldwide success of the film. “I am aware that having such a prestigious … Read more
The famous abandoned baby boxes finally gave rise to a “Broker” film by Japanese director Kore-eda Hirokazu with a choice cast. Judge: Song Kang-ho, Bae Doona, Lee Ji-eun and Gang Dong-won. Funded by CJ Entertainment, the film was in selection at the last Cannes Film Festival but came back empty-handed. We will see why. * … Read more
Once again selected Cannes film festivalHirokazu Kore-eda presents broker, the second film of his career shot outside of Japan. The story takes place in South Korea, where baby boxes – boxes intended to collect anonymously abandoned babies – have been growing since adoption laws have been tightened. The theme of filiation is the director’s favorite … Read more