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All of a Sudden

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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.
All of a Sudden

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Critics Consensus

Touching on subjects like dignity, mortality, and systemic inequality, All of a Sudden is as much a socratic dialogue as it is a film, with Virginie Efira and Tao Okamoto's wonderful turns ensuring the conversation always remains riveting.

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Ryûsuke Hamaguchi

Director

Tao Okamoto

Mari

Virginie Efira

Marie-Lou

Kyozo Nagatsuka

Gorô

Jean-Charles Clichet

Olivier

Marie Bunel

Sophie

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Zachary Barnes Wall Street Journal Oct 10, 2026
A 196-minute movie I’d gladly watch again. Go to Full Review Keith Uhlich Slant Magazine Sep 24, 2026
3.5/4
The elemental bleakness of Hamaguchi Ryusuke’s Evil Does Not Exist shifts to a more cosmic benevolence in All of a Sudden. Go to Full Review Ty Burr Ty Burr's Watch List (Substack) Sep 14, 2026
4/4
The kindness of “All of a Sudden," its understanding of the immense power of human touch, flows through the scenes like an underground river. Go to Full Review Oscar Aitchison Battle Royale With Cheese Oct 20, 2026
4/5
In its cyclical, philosophical and hugely emotional last moments All of a Sudden affirms both our human existence and Hamaguchi’s status as one of our best working directors today. Go to Full Review Katie Smith-Wong Flick Feast Oct 14, 2026
5/5
A a poignant drama that brings Eastern and Western perspectives together in unexpected ways. Efrie and Tao are mesmerising together, imbuing their characters' growing friendship with a tenderness and emotional nuance that make their bond deeply affecting. Go to Full Review Jason Adams Pajiba Oct 12, 2026
This is a profound film about profound changes within ourselves, and it’s one of those rare films that you will walk out of feeling changed yourself. More than anything it’s a film to be thankful for. Go to Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis 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.
Director
Ryûsuke Hamaguchi
Producer
Renan Artukmac, Bettina Brokemper, Julien Deris, David Gauquié, Hiroko Matsuda, Jean-Luc Ormières, Kôsuke Oshida, Joseph Rouschop, Yuji Sadai
Screenwriter
Ryûsuke Hamaguchi, Léa Le Dimna
Distributor
NEON
Production Co
Cinefrance Studios, Office Shirous, Bitters End, Heimat Film, Tarantula
Rating
PG-13 (Smoking)
Genre
Drama
Original Language
French
Release Date (Theaters)
Nov 25, 2026, Limited
Runtime
3h 16m
Sound Mix
Dolby Digital
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