Kogonada's 'Zi' Starring Haley Lu Richardson Secures U.S. Release

WHO:

Deadline - The film "Zi" stars Haley Lu Richardson, Michelle Mao, and Jin Ha.

Deadline - The film is directed by Kogonada, known for previous works such as "Columbus" and "After Yang."

WHAT:

Deadline - Grasshopper Film has acquired the North American distribution rights to "Zi."

Reddit Movies - The film is described as a sci-fi/supernatural picture.

WHERE:

Deadline - The film is set in Hong Kong.

WHEN:

Deadline - A fall theatrical release for "Zi" is planned.

WHY:

Deadline - The acquisition of distribution rights indicates a strategic move to bring the film to North American audiences following its premiere.

HOW:

Deadline - The film world premiered at the Sundance Film Festival earlier this year.

(UPDATED June 16, 2026 04:26 UTC)

Grasshopper Film has acquired the North American distribution rights to the sci-fi/supernatural film "Zi," which stars Haley Lu Richardson, Michelle Mao, and Jin Ha, and is directed by Kogonada, known for his previous works like "Columbus" and "After Yang." Set in Hong Kong, "Zi" had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival earlier this year, and a theatrical release is planned for the fall. This strategic acquisition aims to bring the film to North American audiences following its premiere.