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Netflix's Homemade: Lockdown Short Films by Global Directors

digital · 2026-04-27

On June 30, 2020, Netflix is set to release "Homemade," a collection of short films created by esteemed filmmakers from around the world during the COVID-19 pandemic. This project, backed by The Apartment Pictures and Fabula, features a star-studded lineup including Pablo Larraín, Paolo Sorrentino, and Maggie Gyllenhaal, among others. Larraín, who is working on a film about Lady Diana, remarked that this project is a wonderful opportunity to collaborate with talented peers while staying creative amidst challenging times. The films portray unique stories that reflect the lockdown experience, blending creativity with innovation.

Key facts

  • Homemade releases on Netflix on June 30, 2020
  • Collection of short films made during COVID-19 lockdown
  • Produced by The Apartment Pictures (Fremantle) and Fabula
  • Features 18 filmmakers from around the world
  • Pablo Larraín is working on a Lady Diana film
  • Directors include Paolo Sorrentino, Kristen Stewart, Maggie Gyllenhaal
  • Stories are personal and varied, reflecting lockdown experiences
  • Project emphasizes craftsmanship and creativity with limited resources

Entities

Artists

  • Pablo Larraín
  • Paolo Sorrentino
  • Rachel Morrison
  • Ladj Ly
  • Rungano Nyoni
  • Natalia Beristáin
  • Sebastian Schipper
  • Naomi Kawase
  • David Mackenzie
  • Maggie Gyllenhaal
  • Nadine Labaki
  • Khaled Mouzanar
  • Antonio Campos
  • Johnny Ma
  • Kristen Stewart
  • Gurinder Chadha
  • Sebastián Lelio
  • Ana Lily Amirpour
  • Lady Diana

Institutions

  • Netflix
  • The Apartment Pictures
  • Fremantle
  • Fabula

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