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Neon Sets Release Date for Esiri Twins’ Lagos-Set ‘Mrs. Dalloway’ Reimagining ‘Clarissa’ (EXCLUSIVE)

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Neon, the independent film distributor, is giving prime theatrical placement to 'Clarissa,' a reimagining of Virginia Woolf's 'Mrs. Dalloway.' The film is set in modern-day Lagos and directed by twin brothers Arie and Chuko Esiri in their second feature. It was a critical breakout at this year's Cannes Film Festival. According to Variety, Neon is releasing new imagery from the acclaimed drama as it prepares for wider release.

Source: https://variety.com/2026/film/awards/neon-clarissa-releas...

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