Voice of a Murderer
After Gyeong-bae's son is kidnapped, he receives a call from the kidnapper asking for 100 million won. The detectives are teamed up for the case, yet the culprit gets away at every opportunity.
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Plot Summary
A successful TV news anchor's life is shattered when her young son is kidnapped. The kidnapper, a man with a peculiar voice, contacts her and engages her in a series of mind games, demanding an exorbitant ransom. As the investigation unfolds, the anchor finds herself in a desperate race against time, trying to outwit the cunning captor while battling police skepticism and her own mounting fear.
Critical Reception
Voice of a Murderer was met with generally positive reviews, particularly for its suspenseful plot and strong performances, especially from the lead actress. While some critics noted familiar tropes within the thriller genre, the film was widely praised for its tense atmosphere and emotional impact, making it a successful entry in South Korean crime thrillers.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its escalating suspense and gripping narrative.
- The lead performance was highlighted as a major strength, conveying intense maternal desperation.
- Felt familiar at times, but delivered effective thrills.
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Fun Fact
The film is inspired by the real-life kidnapping case of a young boy in South Korea in 1991, which became known as the 'Woo Beom-gon case'.
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