Joel Coen Teases Reunion Film With Brother Ethan
Key Takeaways
- Joel and Ethan Coen are considering a reunion film set in Minneapolis.
- The potential project was playfully urged by Frances McDormand.
- Joel Coen criticized studio consolidation at the Lumière Film Festival.
- The brothers last collaborated on The Ballad of Buster Scruggs in 2018.
Directors Joel and Ethan Coen are considering a cinematic reunion that would take them back to their hometown of Minneapolis. During a career tribute at the Lumière Film Festival in Lyon, France, the brothers shared that they are exploring several new story concepts set in the Midwestern city. Although no formal plots have been finalized, the prospect follows playful encouragement from Frances McDormand to complete an unofficial Minneapolis trilogy.
In addition to discussing their potential future collaboration, Joel Coen addressed the state of the modern entertainment industry, warning against industry consolidation. He emphasized that healthy studio competition is vital for fostering diverse and innovative filmmaking opportunities, contrasting this with the challenges facing contemporary cinema.
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