Bitters End has received "Two Seasons, Two Strangers" for international sales, the latest feature of Japanese director Sho Miyake, leading the Cannes film market.

With thirty years of business, Bitters End has become a leading publisher in Japan, working in films of internationally renowned filmmakers, including Ryusuke Hamaguchi, Bong Joon-Ho, Dardenne Brothers and Jia Zhangke. Recent acquisitions include "Anora", "Sex/Love/Dream", "Catched by Tides", "La Chimera" and "Perfect Days". The company also produced the Oscar-winning "Drive My Car".

"Two Seasons, Two Strangers" star Korean actor Shim Eun-Kyung ("Ms. Granny", "Reporter") and Japanese actor Shinichi Tsutsumi ("Always: Sunset on Third Street"). The project is currently in post-production and aims to be released domestically in November in Japan.

Miyake has established a strong festive reputation in previous works, including “All Long Nights” (Berlinale 2024), “Small, Slow, But Stable” (Berlinale 2022), “Your Bird Can Sing” (Berlinale 2019), and “Play” (Locarno 2012). His meditative, emotionally subtle storytelling makes him an important voice in contemporary Japanese films.

The new film is adapted from famous comic artists Yoshiharu Tsuge, "Mr. Ben of Igru" and "Scenery by the Sea". The narrative follows Shim's screenwriter Li, who embarks on a journey of self-reflection after meeting with Benzo (Tsutsumi). Through her writing process, she explores meaningful relationship moments.

"It's really fascinating and sometimes overwhelming," Miyake said of the unique material adapted from Tsuge. "I have a strong feeling that something really new is forming."

"Bloody and Sweet" will handle the international sales and Japanese release of the film, which was co-produced by Cultural Entertainment, Calm International and thefool.

The company's Cannes lineup also has other titles, including "Linda Linda Linda 4K", a restored version of Nobuhiro Yamashita worship that celebrates its 20th anniversary, which will hold its global premiere in Tribeca; "After the earthquake," Tsuyoshi Inoue adapted Murakami's short story; and Yukari Sakamoto's debut featured, the debut album "White Flowers and Fruits" produced by "Drive My Car" producer Teruhisa Yamamoto.