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Focus Features Unveils 'Bugonia': A Captivating Alien Kidnapping Tale

4/3/2025

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Focus Features captivated audiences at CinemaCon with a sneak peek of Yorgos Lanthimos' intriguing film "Bugonia," featuring Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons. Set to hit theaters on November 7, the story revolves around two men who kidnap a CEO, convinced she’s an alien. This unique tale draws inspiration from the South Korean classic "Save the Green Planet!" and underscores the magic of cinema.

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Story summary

Focus Features captivated audiences at CinemaCon with a sneak peek of Yorgos Lanthimos' intriguing film "Bugonia," featuring Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons. Set to hit theaters on November 7, the story revolves around two men who kidnap a CEO, convinced she’s an alien. This unique tale draws inspiration from the South Korean classic "Save the Green Planet!" and underscores the magic of cinema.