YO WHAT IS UP! On this episode, we delve into the world of Lee Chang-dong's "Burning," a masterpiece that intertwines a bit of mystery and social commentary. Lee, an auteur known for his profound storytelling, brings a unique depth to this adaptation of WIlliam Faulkner's book, Burning Barn and Haruki Murakami's short story of the same name. Stellar performances by Yoo Ah-in, Steven Yeun, and Jeon Jong-seo transform this cinematic experience into an unforgettable journey of emotion and suspense. We'll share our favourite scenes, quotes that resonated, and dive into a lively discussion about what makes "Burning" a modern classic. Whether you're a film buff, a casual viewer, or a friend tuning in, this episode is packed with insights and critiques that will deepen your appreciation of the film. Tune in to explore how "Burning" blurs the lines between reality and mystery, leaving its audience pondering long after the credits roll. Also, a huge shout out to Neringa for making her 3rd appearance on The Movie Newbie, she sits in for Raph who had to do some Thanksgiving stuff. -- JABRIEL ALSUHAIMI is a multi-disciplinary creative, working on a multitude of projects in the audiovisual sphere. Hailing from Saudi Arabia and Singapore, Jabriel brings his international perspective and varying influences into his work, which includes podcasts like Curious Humans, Founders For Good & The Movie Newbie, music & radio as Rei.do.Nada, some video content and some writing as well. Links: https://linktr.ee/jabriel/ RAPHAEL LECAT is an actor; some would say thespian, some would say clown; others would say human golden retriever (and by some, he means himself...) Raphael was born in France to French parents but quickly became a third-culture kid after his family moved to Singapore. This is where he discovered his passion for theatre and decided to make it his mission in life to be a vessel for stories old and new through the craft of acting. Website: https://raphaellecat.me/ IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8941524/ OLIVER MANGHAM is a represented screenwriter, producer, fundraiser and content creator across a range of media. A cinema obsessive from a young age, he channelled his passion for storytelling by co-founding the film and television production company Through The Lens Entertainment. When he's not navigating the shark-infested waters of Hollywood, Oliver likes to pen scripts, record podcasts, host musical events and consume large quantities of pasta. Twitter: https://twitter.com/olivermangham1 Instagram: https://instagram.com/omangham92 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.