description Burning Overview
Burning is a 2018 South Korean psychological thriller film adapted from Haruki Murakami’s “Barn Burning.” The story centers on Jong-su’s growing suspicion regarding his friend Hae-mi and her connection with the mysterious Ben. It explores themes of class disparity and increasing anxiety through their intertwined relationships.
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info Burning Specifications
| Country | South Korea |
| Year | 2018 |
help Burning FAQ
Who directed the film Burning?
Burning was directed by South Korean filmmaker Lee Chang-dong and released in 2018. Lee is also known for acclaimed films like Poetry and Oasis, and Burning was his first film in eight years.
Is Burning based on a Haruki Murakami story?
Yes, Burning is adapted from Haruki Murakami's short story 'Barn Burning,' which appeared in his 1993 collection The Elephant Vanishes. Director Lee Chang-dong expanded the story significantly, adding elements related to Korean class tensions.
Who stars in the movie Burning?
The film stars Yoo Ah-in as Jong-su, Steven Yeun as the mysterious Ben, and Jeon Jong-seo as Hae-mi in her feature film debut. Steven Yeun's performance was particularly praised, earning him several international award nominations.
Did Burning win any awards?
Burning was selected to compete for the Palme d'Or at the 2018 Cannes Film Festival and was the first Korean film to make the festival's shortlist for the Foreign Language Film category at the Academy Awards. It won the FIPRESCI Prize at Cannes and numerous critics' awards.
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