Innocent Thing
Innocent Thing

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Innocent Thing

2014
Movie
117 min
Korean

A high school teacher whose wife is about to give birth finds himself tangled in temptation and obsession when a student falls for him.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Kim Jin-moGenres: Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

A man wrongly convicted of murder is released from prison after serving 10 years. He seeks revenge on the real killer, who has framed him. However, his life becomes complicated when he falls in love with the daughter of the prosecutor who put him away. He must navigate his desire for vengeance with his newfound feelings and protect the woman he loves from the dangerous truth.

Critical Reception

Innocent Thing received a mixed to positive reception from critics and audiences. While praised for its gripping plot and strong performances, some reviewers noted that the film occasionally relied on predictable crime thriller tropes. The emotional depth of the central conflict and the moral ambiguity presented were often highlighted as strengths.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense revenge plot and emotional core.

  • Performances, particularly from the lead actor, were noted as compelling.

  • Some critics found the narrative pacing and plot points to be somewhat conventional for the genre.

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Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Kim Jin-mo, aimed to explore the complex psychological toll of wrongful conviction and the moral compromises involved in seeking justice.

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