The Chronicles of Evil
The Chronicles of Evil

The Chronicles of Evil

2015Movie102 minKorean

A detective accidentally kills a man and disposes of the body to protect his career. The next day he sees that someone has hanged the corpse from a crane for all to see. He takes charge of the murder investigation to protect himself and find out who did it.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Baek Seung-binGenres: Thriller, Mystery, Crime

Plot Summary

A detective, haunted by his past, witnesses a hit-and-run and finds himself entangled in a murder investigation. When the victim is identified as the perpetrator of a decade-old serial killing case, the detective must race against time to uncover the truth before he becomes the next victim. The case takes a personal turn, forcing him to confront his own secrets and confront a shadowy figure pulling the strings.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to positive reviews, praised for its tense atmosphere and strong performances, particularly from its lead actor. However, some critics found the plot predictable and noted pacing issues in the latter half.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful build-up and gripping mystery.
  • Lauded for the strong lead performance of Son Hyun-ju.
  • Criticized for a somewhat convoluted and predictable plot resolution.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'The Chronicles of Evil' is varied. Many viewers appreciated the film's suspenseful narrative and the intensity brought by the lead actor. Some found the plot twists engaging, while others felt the story became overly complicated and less convincing as it progressed.

Fun Fact

The film was noted for its dark and gritty portrayal of a detective struggling with his conscience, deviating from some of the more typical heroic detective archetypes in Korean cinema.

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