So recently going on a S.Korean film rampage (Memories of Murder, Oldboy, The Chaser, etc) The more I watch these S.Korean thriller movies, the more I admire how brilliant these films are compared to the typical Hollywood movies out there. Their movies are always original, creative and exciting to watch. To have a senior women starring as the main role in a crime/thriller movie is undoubtedly unique and definitely not what one expects within this type of genre. But it works, and works exceptionally on a whole nother level. Most murder mysteries in typical films involve engaging the audience in uncovering the complex 'truth' that keeps us guessing until the end. But this film is different, completely the opposite of what one would expect, similar to that of the ending of "Memories of Murder". It's not simply about finding out what really happened in the crime scene, but rather a shocking twist to how people can change as a result of the crime. It really puts you in the shoes of the mother, you could feel the mother's emotions as the film progresses. When you watch this film, try not to think so hard, because you'll be in one heck of a 'wtf' moment.
Review of Mother
