Review of Memories of Murder (2003) by Keywon C — 07 Sep 2007

So far my favorite korean film. I suspect david fincher's "zodiac" was influenced by this.

This review of Memories of Murder (2003) was written by Keywon C on 07 Sep 2007.

Memories of Murder has generally received very positive reviews.

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