Keanu Reeves Talks Voice Role In Stop-Motion Samurai Film ‘Hidari’ In Annecy Video Appearance
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Hollywood & Entertainment Keanu Reeves Talks Voice Role In Stop-Motion Samurai Film ‘Hidari’ In Annecy Video Appearance By Tim Lammers,
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover Hollywood and entertainment.Follow Author Jun 25, 2026, 05:32pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.Summary Keanu Reeves will voice the titular character in the stop-motion animated feature "Hidari," a project he discussed at the Annecy Animation Showcase. This marks Reeves' first stop-motion role, following previous voice work in "Toy Story" and "Sonic the Hedgehog" franchises. He praised "Hidari's" cinematic ambition, calling the script "extraordinary" and expressing eagerness to be part of the "very special" film. Produced by Whatever Co. in Tokyo and directed by Masashi Kawamura, "Hidari" largely utilizes wooden puppetry. The film is set in Feudal Japan, chronicling the legendary sculptor Jingoro Hidari. It originated from a viral YouTube proof-of-concept short, which garnered over 5.1 million views. Kawamura teased the film as "John Wick set in feudal Japan and performed by wooden puppets on steroids." Reeves' casting was announced in May, with no release date yet.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 22: Keanu Reeves attends the "From The World Of John Wick: Ballerina" world premiere at Cineworld Leicester Square on May 22, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Neil Mockford/WireImage)WireImageJohn Wick star Keanu Reeves appeared via a video message at the Annecy Animation Showcase in Cannes on Thursday to give insight into his voice role in the stop-motion animated feature Hidari.