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The much-anticipated sequel to Call Me by Your Name is set to release on November 14, 2025, reigniting the emotional and artistic magic of its predecessor. Directed by Luca Guadagnino, the film brings back Timothée Chalamet as Elio and Armie Hammer as Oliver, exploring their lives and relationships nearly two decades after the events of the first film.
Spending and Budget
With an estimated production budget of $35 million, the sequel has expanded its scope to capture the characters’ journeys across multiple locations, including Italy, the United States, and Paris. The picturesque landscapes and lush cinematography remain a focal point, ensuring the sequel retains the visual poetry of the original. The film also features an evocative score by Sufjan Stevens, blending nostalgia and evolution.
Release Date and Success Story
Call Me by Your Name 2 is set to premiere at the Venice Film Festival before its worldwide release. The first film’s success, including an Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay and several nominations, sets high expectations. Fans have eagerly awaited this sequel, and early buzz suggests it could be another Oscar contender, particularly for its performances and screenplay.
Story Expansion
Based on André Aciman’s novel Find Me, the sequel delves into Elio and Oliver’s reconnection after years apart. Elio, now a professional musician in Paris, reflects on his life choices and unfinished love. Oliver, grappling with his role as a husband and father, confronts his unresolved feelings for Elio. Their lives intertwine once more, sparking a poignant exploration of love, time, and self-discovery.
With its stellar cast, emotional depth, and Guadagnino’s masterful direction, Call Me by Your Name 2 is poised to captivate audiences and critics alike, potentially solidifying its place as a modern cinematic classic.
