Key Takeaways:
– Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons are starring in Yorgos Lanthimos's new film called ‘Bugonia.'
– The movie is set to hit theaters on November 7, 2025.
– ‘Bugonia' is inspired by the South Korean sci-fi comedy, ‘Save the Green Planet.'
– The plot centres on two conspiracy-focused young men who kidnap a powerful CEO, believing her to be a planet-destroying alien.
– The duo's previous collaboration included critically acclaimed movies ‘The Favourite' and ‘Poor Things.'
Exciting News for Film Goers
Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons, the stars of ‘La La Land' and ‘Game Night' respectively, are teaming up once again with ‘Poor Things' filmmaker Yorgos Lanthimos for his next project, ‘Bugonia.' If you're wondering how the trio's latest venture will pan out, get set for a release date of November 7, 2025.
A Sneak Peek into ‘Bugonia'
‘Bugonia' is an intriguing film that revolves around a rather unconventional plot. It tells the tale of two young men, bent on unearthing conspiracies, who kidnap the high-ranked CEO of a massive company. Here's the twist – they are convinced she is an alien plotting to obliterate Earth. Sounds thrilling, right? This plot might seem a tad quirky for a Yorgos Lanthimos creation, but if you recall, the ‘Poor Things' director is known for his oddball style.
Roots in South Korean Cinema
If ‘Bugonia' rings a bell, it's because it's derived from a renowned South Korean sci-fi comedy called ‘Save the Green Planet.' The original, directed by Jang Joon-Hwan, was known for its unique blend of humor and horror. This combo turned it into a captivating and entertaining showpiece. Anticipation is high to see how Lanthimos will reimagine Joon-Hwan's brainchild on screen.
A Trilogy of Success
Stone and Lanthimos are no strangers to acclaimed projects. Their collaboration on ‘The Favourite' led to numerous Academy Award nominations in 2018. They won accolades for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, Production Design, Costume Design, Cinematography, and Editing. Stone and Rachel Weisz also drew nominations for supporting roles, while Olivia Colman nabbed an Oscar for her lead performance.
More recently, in 2023, their movie ‘Poor Things' received recognition in additional categories. Both the Best Picture and Best Director categories saw nominations, as did Best Adapted Screenplay, Original Score, Cinematography, Editing, and Supporting Actor (Mark Ruffalo). Furthermore, they gleamed in triumph by bringing home gold for Makeup and Hairstyling, Production Design, Costume Design, and Stone's leading performance.
An Insight into ‘Kinds of Kindness'
‘Kinds of Kindness,' another upcoming film, is a triptych tale. It portrays a man trying to regain control over his life, a policeman puzzled by his once-missing wife's altered personality, and a woman in search of a special person predestined to turn into a spiritual guru.
Eager to experience Lanthimos's version of ‘Bugonia?' Are you a fan of ‘Save the Green Planet?' We would love to hear your thoughts and expectations about these movies in the comments below. Stay tuned for more updates!
