Yoo Ah-in, Lee Chang Dong's 'Burning' Scheduled for the Cannes?

Upcoming movie 'Burning' will begin shooting in the middle of September. 

A source from movie industry has confirmed that actor Yoo Ah-in will be leading the main character in 'Burning'.

It is award-winning film director Lee Chang Dong's comeback after eight years. 

Yoo Ah-in will take the role of 'Jong Soo', who will solve mystery surrounding his lover. Also, Korean American actor who is known for his role in 'The Walking Dead'―Steven Yeun is considering the role of 'Ben'. 

However, the girl character has not been decided yet. It was reported that film production company is holding casting calls for the girl character lately. 

The upcoming movie 'Burning' has received worldwide attention as the film was created by the work of a film master, Lee Chang Dong. 

Moreover, it is assumed that the upcoming movie's production date has been chosen for next year's Cannes Film Festival.

The movie will begin shooting in the middle of September, and will release in the beginning of next year. 

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(SBS Star)