8.5
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Memories of Murder (2003)
Memories of Murder (2003)
Overview
During the late 1980s, two detectives in a South Korean province attempt to solve series of gruesome rape-and-murder of young women.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
Viewer Rating
8.5
Overview
During the late 1980s, two detectives in a South Korean province attempt to solve series of gruesome rape-and-murder of young women.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The film's left-leaning rating stems from its stark portrayal and critique of state incompetence and police brutality, highlighting systemic failures in delivering justice and the lingering societal trauma from an authoritarian past.
The film features a cast that is culturally appropriate to its South Korean setting, without engaging in explicit race or gender swaps of traditionally white roles. Its narrative includes a critical portrayal of male authority figures within the police force, reflecting societal issues of the period, though this critique is presented as part of the film's broader social commentary.
Secondary
Memories of Murder does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The narrative is solely dedicated to a police investigation in 1980s South Korea, with no elements pertaining to queer identity or experiences.
Memories of Murder does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. The story is entirely centered on the investigation of a serial killer in 1980s South Korea, focusing on the detectives' efforts and the social environment, without any elements related to transsexual identity.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Memories of Murder is based on a true crime story and a play, depicting real-life male detectives. The film maintains the established genders of its characters without altering any canonical or historical gender identities.
Memories of Murder is a South Korean film based on true events in South Korea, featuring an entirely Korean cast portraying Korean characters. There are no instances where a character's established race from source material or history was changed for the film.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
8.1
8.1
Critic Ratings
9.5
8.2
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