Google PlayMemories of Murder (2003)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Viewer Rating
Rating: 8.1
Overview
During the late 1980s, two detectives in a South Korean province attempt to solve the nation's first series of rape-and-murder cases.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Google Play
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Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
Overview
During the late 1980s, two detectives in a South Korean province attempt to solve the nation's first series of rape-and-murder cases.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Google PlayPrime VideoDetailed 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 movie, a South Korean production, features an authentic Korean cast reflecting its cultural setting, without engaging in race or gender swaps of traditionally white roles. Its narrative focuses on a crime investigation and societal issues in 1980s South Korea, offering critiques of institutional and individual flaws rather than explicitly portraying traditional identities negatively or centering explicit DEI themes.
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.
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
8.1
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
8.1
8.1
Critic Ratings
N/A
8.2
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