Review of Memories of Murder (2003) by Alberto M — 16 Sep 2008

Esta es la forma correcta como se hace un buen thriller. Definitivamente Joon-go Bong es un director al que hay que prestar atenciÃ³n.

This review of Memories of Murder (2003) was written by Alberto M on 16 Sep 2008.

Memories of Murder has generally received very positive reviews.

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