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Ryusuke Hamaguchi's Cannes drama 'All of a Sudden' set in care home

other · 2026-05-15

Ryusuke Hamaguchi, the Oscar-nominated director of 'Drive My Car,' premieres his new film 'All of a Sudden' at the Cannes Film Festival. Set in France, the movie follows a burnt-out careworker in a three-hour narrative that unfolds within a care home. Critics have already hailed it as a standout of the festival, praising its delicate and uplifting tone. The film marks Hamaguchi's first French-language project and continues his exploration of intimate human connections.

Key facts

  • Director Ryusuke Hamaguchi is Oscar-nominated.
  • Film is titled 'All of a Sudden'.
  • Film is set in France.
  • Protagonist is a burnt-out careworker.
  • Runtime is three hours.
  • Setting is a care home.
  • Premiered at Cannes Film Festival.
  • Described as delicate and uplifting by critics.

Entities

Artists

  • Ryusuke Hamaguchi

Institutions

  • Cannes Film Festival

Locations

  • France

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