Sean Baker’s ‘Sandiwara’ With Michelle Yeoh Premieres at Berlinale 2026
The 2026 Berlin Film Festival is set to take place next Thursday, marking an exciting event on the cinematic calendar. In a recent announcement, it was revealed that acclaimed director Sean Baker will honor the renowned actress Michelle Yeoh with the Honorary Golden Bear for Lifetime Achievement.
Sean Baker’s ‘Sandiwara’ with Michelle Yeoh
During the festival, Baker will showcase his new project, ‘Sandiwara,’ produced in collaboration with the London fashion house Self-Portrait. This film features Yeoh in the remarkable role of five different characters, each depicting a unique aspect of Malaysian culture.
Film Details
‘Sandiwara’ is filmed entirely using an iPhone, highlighting Baker’s innovative approach to filmmaking. The narrative unfolds within a Malaysian night market, with each character sharing their individual stories that seldom receive mainstream attention.
- Title: Sandiwara
- Director: Sean Baker
- Lead Actor: Michelle Yeoh
- Production: Self-Portrait
- Filming Technique: Shot on iPhone
- Setting: Malaysian night market
- Premiere Date: February 13, 2026
- Estimated Length: Potentially over 30 minutes
Upcoming Projects
Baker has hinted that his next feature film may begin production later this year. He suggested that this project could explore themes similar to those presented in his previous Oscar-winning film, ‘Anora.’
The world premiere of ‘Sandiwara’ will take place during a special screening at the Berlin Film Festival, promising an engaging showcase of cultural storytelling through the lens of an innovative filmmaker.
