Japan submits Hamaguchi's 'All of a Sudden' for Oscar; Neon plans wide category campaign

Japan selected Ryusuke Hamaguchi's French-language "All of a Sudden" for the Best International Feature race at the 99th Academy Awards, Eiren announced. Neon opens the film in the U.S. on 25 November and plans campaigns across Best Picture, Director, Adapted Screenplay, and two acting categories — a rare parallel push for an international submission. Co-stars Virginie Efira and Tao Okamoto shared Cannes's best actress prize. (The Hollywood Reporter)