Chloé Zhao's Return and the Impact of 'Hamnet'
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
Chloé Zhao, after a four-year hiatus to decompress from intense projects like 'Nomadland' and 'Eternals,' returns to filmmaking with her adaptation of 'Hamnet,' inspired by Maggie O'Farrell's novel. She was drawn to the project after meeting Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley, whose chemistry and essence fit her vision. Zhao emphasizes her intuitive storytelling process, her love for festivals, and her excitement for her upcoming projects, including 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer.'