Yeon Sang-ho's New Film 'The Surface' Pre-sold to 157 Countries Ahead of World Premiere

Director Yeon Sang-ho's latest film, 'The Surface,' is poised for global success, having secured pre-sales in 157 countries worldwide.

The movie delves into a mystery surrounding a mother's death, unearthed by a master craftsman specializing in seal engraving for the visually impaired, Im Young-gyu (played by Kwon Hae-hyo), and his son, Im Dong-hwan (played by Park Jeong-min).

'The Surface' has been officially selected for the 'Special Presentations' section at the 50th Toronto International Film Festival and is set for its world premiere on September 9th (local time). The film's impressive pre-sale record is generating significant anticipation for its international box office performance, fueled by director Yeon's previous global hit, 'Train to Busan.'

Doris Pfardrescher, CEO of Well Go, the North American distributor for 'Train to Busan' and 'Peninsula,' expressed her excitement, stating, "Yeon Sang-ho is one of the most exciting filmmakers working today." The film is scheduled for its domestic release in Korea on September 11th, followed by a staggered global rollout across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia.

Director Yeon Sang-ho is renowned for his blockbuster films like 'Train to Busan,' 'Peninsula,' and the Netflix series 'Hellbound.'

His works are celebrated for their unique storytelling, compelling narratives, and often explore societal themes with a critical lens.

With 'The Surface,' director Yeon is expected to captivate international audiences once again with his distinctive directorial style and genre-bending vision.