Celebrity Going Home

A former investigative journalist, haunted by a past case, becomes entangled in a series of mysterious events after encountering a woman who claims to have witnessed a murder. As he delves deeper, he finds himself drawn into a dangerous world of secrets and lies, blurring the lines between reality and his own obsessions. The film explores themes of guilt, memory, and the corrosive nature of truth.

Celebrity Going Home was critically acclaimed for its atmospheric tension, complex narrative, and strong performances, particularly from lead actor Sol Kyung-gu. It solidified Lee Chang-dong's reputation as a masterful director of psychological thrillers.

• Praised for its intricate and suspenseful plot.

• Lauded for its dark and brooding atmosphere.

• Sol Kyung-gu's performance is a standout, conveying deep psychological turmoil.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a gripping and intellectually stimulating thriller, appreciating its complex storyline and the emotional depth of the characters. Some viewers noted its slow-burn pacing but ultimately found the payoff rewarding.

Won Best Film at the Blue Dragon Film Awards, Best Actor for Sol Kyung-gu at the Grand Bell Awards.

The film's original title was 'The Poem of the City', but it was changed to 'Celebrity Going Home' (or 'The Burning Place') to better reflect its themes of obsession and destruction.