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Hirokazu Kore-eda, the master of family drama, returns with his emotionally devastating new film “Sheep in the Box,” where a grieving couple builds a robot replica of their lost son — a poignant, futuristic meditation on love, memory, and what it means to truly connect. Known for films like “Shoplifters” and “Like Father, Like Son,” Kore-eda brings his signature empathy to this near-future tale, while also championing kindness and safety on set — even going so far as to ban anyone who creates a toxic environment. Working with child actor Rimu Kuwaki, he treats young performers with the utmost care, ensuring their experience is nurturing and meaningful. This is Kore-eda at his most tender, challenging us to rethink grief, identity, and the invisible bonds that hold us together.

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