Director Hirokazu Kore-eda Explores the Commercialization of Digital Grief

By Robyn Kanner · The Verge · 2026-07-23

The Verge recently sat down with filmmaker Hirokazu Kore-eda to discuss his latest project, Sheep in the Box, which examines the use of humanoid robotics to replace deceased family members. During the interview, the Palme d’Or winner explained how real-world AI initiatives in Jap

The Verge recently sat down with filmmaker Hirokazu Kore-eda to discuss his latest project, Sheep in the Box, which examines the use of humanoid robotics to replace deceased family members. During the interview, the Palme d’Or winner explained how real-world AI initiatives in Jap