Review of Memories of Murder (2003) by Mark D — 24 Mar 2013
I didn't realize until after watching this that it is based on a true event that took place in 1986. That's probably for the better, as I wasn't distracted by knowing that.
It's a well made movie, no doubt. Great cinematography, direction, etc.
Still, I was bothered by one too many things to label it a great movie. Regardless of whether the events actually took place in the manor in which they are presented.
Like the constant in-fighting by the investigators. The complete ineptness of the police to cordon off the murder sites from the public/reporters. Pretty much the complete ineptness of the police in general, including making up evidence and torturing suspects. Young women repeatedly going off alone in the KNOWN area where the murders were taking place.
There's just SO much wrong with this story! Is it for the sake of the movie, or did this stuff actually happen? I have no idea. But I have to approach it from the movie standpoint, and it just doesn't wash.
It's STILL a decent entertainment, and gave me a good insight into Korean film-making. It's amazing how different different filmmakers from different countries can present a story.
This review of Memories of Murder (2003) was written by Mark D on 24 Mar 2013.
Memories of Murder has generally received very positive reviews.
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