Zi (film)

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zi
Directed by Kogonada
Written byKogonada
Produced by
Starring
  • Michelle Mao
  • Haley Lu Richardson
  • Jin Ha
Release date
Running time
99 minutes
CountryUnited States
Languages
  • English
  • Cantonese
  • Mandarin

zi is an upcoming American experimental drama film produced, written and directed by Kogonada, starring Michelle Mao, Haley Lu Richardson, and Jin Ha. It is scheduled to premiere at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival. [1] [2]

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Premise

In Hong Kong, a young woman haunted by visions of her future self meets a stranger who changes the course of her night — and possibly her life. [1]

Cast

Production

The film was shot on location in Hong Kong with a small team, using guerrilla filmmaking techniques. [3]

Release

zi will have its world premiere at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival, which will be held in January 2026. [2] It is Kogonada's third film to play at the festival. [1]

References

  1. 1 2 3 "zi". Sundance.org. Retrieved December 11, 2025.
  2. 1 2 D'Alessandro, Anthony (December 10, 2025). "Sundance 2026 Lineup Includes Films With Jenna Ortega, Charli XCX, Seth Rogen, Russell Crowe, Ethan Hawke & More In Park City Finale". Deadline Hollywood . Retrieved December 11, 2025.
  3. Macaulay, Scott (December 10, 2025). "Sundance Film Festival Announces 2026 Lineup". Filmmaker Magazine. Retrieved December 11, 2025.