Review of Memories of Murder (2003) by Thurein T — 25 Jul 2007

Finally got round to watching this movie. Very unsettling in some scenes and just so sad. Cant believe its all true too.

This review of Memories of Murder (2003) was written by Thurein T on 25 Jul 2007.

Memories of Murder has generally received very positive reviews.

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