directed by: Bong Joon-ho, year: 2003
actors: Song Kang-ho, Kim Sang-kyung, Kim Roi-ha

Memories of Murder, directed by Bong Joon-ho, is a gripping South Korean crime thriller based on true events. Set in the 1980s, it follows two detectives as they attempt to solve a series of brutal murders in a rural town. The film explores themes of ineptitude, desperation, and the societal impacts of crime, encapsulating the bleakness and frustration of the investigation. The atmospheric tension and compelling character dynamics make it a standout in the crime genre.

Mystery, Corruption, Ineptitude, Society, Tension