‘Hope’ Director Na Hong-jin Confirms Sequel Already Written as Michael Fassbender and Alicia Vikander Explain Why They’re Playing Aliens in Cannes’ Craziest Movie
Na Hong-jin has confirmed that a sequel to his film 'Hope' is already written and ready for production. The film, which features Michael Fassbender and Alicia Vikander as aliens, has garnered significant attention at the Cannes Film Festival. Both actors expressed their enthusiasm for working with the acclaimed director and their interest in Korean cinema.
- ▪A sequel to 'Hope' is confirmed and has a completed script.
- ▪Michael Fassbender and Alicia Vikander play CGI aliens in the film.
- ▪Vikander developed an interest in Korean cinema after attending the Busan Film Festival.
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Home Film Festivals May 18, 2026 4:19am PT ‘Hope’ Director Na Hong-jin Confirms Sequel Already Written as Michael Fassbender and Alicia Vikander Explain Why They’re Playing Aliens in Cannes’ Craziest Movie By Ellise Shafer Plus Icon Ellise Shafer Latest ‘Hope’ Director Na Hong-jin Confirms Sequel Already Written as Michael Fassbender and Alicia Vikander Explain Why They’re Playing Aliens in Cannes’ Craziest Movie 11 minutes ago Barbra Streisand Unable to Attend Cannes Closing Ceremony to Accept Honorary Palme d’Or After Knee Injury 18 hours ago Cate Blanchett and Selena Gomez Set to Star in Brady Corbet’s New ‘X-Rated’ Epic 20 hours ago See All Getty Images A sequel to “Hope,” Na Hong-jin’s alien action epic that rocked Cannes Film Festival on Sunday night, is already in the works.
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