Here is what the page “Keanu Reeves-Voiced Stop-Motion Samurai Film ‘Hidari’ Seeks New Partner After U.S. Deal St” contains. Japan’s Dwarf Studios is searching for a new partner for “Hidari,” the stop-motion samurai film featuring the voice of Keanu Reeves, after negotiations with a U.S. Producer Matsumoto Noriko revealed at the Busan International Film Festival’s Asian Contents & Film Market that the U.S. firm offered to cover the entire production budget in exchange for all rights, but the terms proved unacceptable.
The studio is now exploring alternative partnerships to move the project forward while retaining creative control. “Hidari” has generated significant buzz for its intricate stop-motion animation and Reeves’ attachment, making it a high-profile title in the international market. The search for a new partner comes as Asian animation continues to attract global interest, with streamers and studios seeking distinctive content. The full version stays on the original page, which this listing opens directly.