Overview
- The film debuts in Sundance’s Next section and is currently seeking U.S. distribution.
- It follows a young violinist (Michelle Mao) whose time-slippage and possible neurological illness unsettle her grasp of the present.
- Haley Lu Richardson and Jin Ha co-star, with critics highlighting Mao’s performance as a standout.
- Kogonada shot the project in Hong Kong in roughly three weeks, embracing improvisation and working without a traditional script.
- Reviewers emphasize immersive sound and urban atmosphere, including a dedication to Ryuichi Sakamoto and a tactile audio design best suited to theaters.