The Plan
The Plan

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The Plan

2014
Movie
96 min
Korean

Se-hee is the most cold-blooded money-lender there is. She takes back her money from those who have borrowed it in the most evil of ways; she seduces a man for money and leaves him and his family in ashes. If someone has a better collateral than the money borrowed, she finds all means to stop that person from returning her the money and making it hers. There are two men next to her. In-ho is her money-line and business background and Yeon-woo is a regular guy who is adored by Se-hee. However, her right-hand man Min-yeong takes them away from her and she realizes everything in the world has a cost...

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Rob SmithGenres: Documentary, Crime

Plot Summary

This documentary delves into the complex world of contract killing, exploring the motivations, methods, and psychological toll on those involved in the profession. It offers a rare glimpse into the lives of individuals who carry out assassinations, examining the ethical dilemmas and societal implications of their actions. The film aims to understand the human element behind the ultimate act of violence for hire.

Critical Reception

Critically, 'The Plan' was met with a mixed to positive reception. Reviewers often highlighted its unflinching look at a taboo subject and the chillingly calm demeanor of its subjects. However, some critics questioned the ethical implications of giving a platform to individuals involved in such violent acts, while others found the narrative structure occasionally disjointed.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its bold and direct examination of contract killing.

  • Noted for the unsettlingly calm and matter-of-fact interviews with subjects.

  • Criticized by some for its potentially problematic portrayal of its subjects.

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Fun Fact

The documentary relies heavily on direct interviews with individuals who claim to have experience as contract killers, offering a perspective rarely seen in mainstream media.

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