Renowned Japanese filmmaker Hirokazu Kore-eda is set to return to Korean theaters with his latest feature, 'Sheep in the Box'. The film, which explores a poignant story about a 7-year-old humanoid replacing a deceased child, has been officially invited to the competition section of the 79th Cannes Film Festival. Following its world premiere on the 16th, the movie is scheduled for a domestic release in Korea on June 10. This project marks the director's 10th invitation to the prestigious Cannes festival, cementing his long-standing artistic connection to the event. - 'Sheep in the Box' is an official competition entry at the 79th Cannes Film Festival, marking the 10th time Hirokazu Kore-eda has been invited to the event. - The film, starring Ayase Haruka, Daigo, and Kuwaki Rimu, is scheduled for theatrical release in Korea on June 10. Q: Why is this trending? A: The film is generating significant buzz due to master director Hirokazu Kore-eda's 10th Cannes Film Festival selection and the highly anticipated June 10 domestic release of his new humanoid-themed drama, 'Sheep in the Box'. | Renowned Japanese filmmaker Hirokazu Kore-eda is set to return to Korean theaters with his latest feature, 'Sheep in the Box'. The film, which explores a poignant story about a 7-year-old humanoid replacing a deceased child, has been officially invited to the competition section of the 79th Cannes Film Festival. Following its world premiere on the 16th, the movie is scheduled for a domestic release in Korea on June 10. This project marks the director's 10th invitation to the prestigious Cannes festival, cementing his long-standing artistic connection to the event. - 'Sheep in the Box' is an official competition entry at the 79th Cannes Film Festival, marking the 10th time Hirokazu Kore-eda has been invited to the event. - The film, starring Ayase Haruka, Daigo, and Kuwaki Rimu, is scheduled for theatrical release in Korea on June 10. Q: Why is this trending? A: The film is generating significant buzz due to master director Hirokazu Kore-eda's 10th Cannes Film Festival selection and the highly anticipated June 10 domestic release of his new humanoid-themed drama, 'Sheep in the Box'.