Memories of Murder

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Alexander Sinclair Harrington A Now here lies a motion picture most deserving of the highest praise, verily, the very pinnacle of the cinematic arts. From its masterfully woven narrative, to its richly drawn characters, its haunting atmosphere, exquisite cinematography, stirring music, and deliberate yet gripping pacing... this work chills the soul in the most profound manner. I have indulged in a fair number of films in my time, and I dare say that Korean cinema ranks amongst the finest in the world. Memories of Murder is no mere exception; rather, it stands at the forefront of this remarkable tradition. A true masterpiece in every sense. Real cinema. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/26/25 Full Review James J Bong Joon-ho’s Memories of Murder is one of the most immaculately crafted films ever made. Released in 2003, its direction, pacing, and tonal control feel decades ahead of their time. It shifts effortlessly between grim procedural and quiet existential horror, never losing focus or momentum. Visually, it’s stunning—fog-drenched hills, rain-soaked fields, and oppressive interiors all shot with precision and weight. The script is lean and layered, every scene revealing more about the case and the characters unraveling within it. Song Kang-ho delivers a performance of rare depth and vulnerability, equal parts gripping and heartbreaking. Few films haunt you like this one. It lingers, not because of what it shows, but because of what it refuses to explain. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/18/25 Full Review Anton E One of the finest films blending the genres of detective mystery and dark comedy. What struck me most was how the movie gradually shifts your perception of the characters — you go from resenting them for their obsessive desire to prove the suspect guilty, to feeling utterly helpless alongside them when they realize, too late, that they may have gone after the wrong man. The film’s ending is especially powerful. The use of the final shot — where the main character stares through the screen, as if looking directly at the audience — feels particularly appropriate. It’s as though he’s still searching for the one he’s been hunting the entire film, only to find himself lost, with nothing but uncertainty. Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 06/15/25 Full Review Cem Okan Y A truly cinematic depiction of a true event. You will find yourself doing research afterwards. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/12/25 Full Review Lucky01 It's a engaging but slow paced movie Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 05/25/25 Full Review Audience Member One of the classic Korean cinema and very sad story... Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 05/13/25 Full Review Read all reviews

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