All of a Sudden

One night. Two strangers. A lifetime of questions.

8.02026Drama

Director of a care facility for the elderly, Marie-Lou strives to introduce an innovative care philosophy based on listening and respecting residents’ dignity, despite resistance from part of her staff. Her encounter with Mari, a Japanese theater director battling cancer, will profoundly reshape her path. By forming a deep, supportive friendship, the two women join forces in a shared struggle to make the impossible possible.

Original title急に具合が悪くなる

Release2026-06-19

Runtime196 min

StatusReleased

CountriesJapan, France, Belgium, Germany

Original languageJA

SpokenFrench, Japanese, English

DirectorRyusuke Hamaguchi

WritersRyusuke Hamaguchi, Léa Le Dimna, Maoko Miyano, Maho Isono

ProductionCinéfrance Studios, Office Shirous, Bitters End, Tarantula, Heimatfilm, ARTE France Cinéma

Votes59

Popularity6