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If there’s one thing Korean cinema is gonna do it’s make you incredibly angry and then incredibly sad in the span of 108 minutes.


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Jin-seok, 21-year-old, moves into a new house with his family. He suffers from a slight schizophrenia but he carries an ordinary life under the warm care of the family. His older brother Yu-seok is a decent college student, a mentor, and role model for Jin-seok. One night, his beloved brother is kidnapped by unidentified assailants before Jin-seok's eye. Jin-seok can’t recognize their faces, but can remember only the VIN that matches with no car. After long silence of 19 days, suddenly Yu-seok returns home, but remembers nothing which had happened in the meantime. And soon Jin-seok feels Yu-seok is a total stranger.
In 1997 Seoul, Jin-seok's older brother Yoo-seok is kidnapped and returns 19 days later with no memory of his ordeal and a changed personality. Jin-seok, plagued by nightmares, begins to suspect his brother is not who he seems. As he investigates, he uncovers a dark conspiracy involving a secret organization and a horrifying truth that challenges his perception of reality and his own family.
Forgotten was a critical and commercial success in South Korea, praised for its intricate plot, suspenseful atmosphere, and compelling performances. It garnered acclaim for its unexpected twists and effective blend of mystery and psychological thriller elements.
Praised for its intricate and shocking plot twists.
Lauded for building a strong sense of suspense and atmosphere.
Applauded for the strong performances of its lead actors.
Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly loved 'Forgotten', highlighting its mind-bending narrative, suspenseful pacing, and emotional impact. Many viewers were surprised by the film's twists and turns, finding it a highly engaging and satisfying thriller.
Won Best Director and Best Actor (Kang Ha-neul) at the 27th Buil Film Awards. Nominated for Best Film and Best Screenplay at the 54th Baeksang Arts Awards.
The film's director, Jang Hang-jun, based the story on a real-life kidnapping incident that happened to his wife's younger brother, although many details were fictionalized for the movie.
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If there’s one thing Korean cinema is gonna do it’s make you incredibly angry and then incredibly sad in the span of 108 minutes.
Genre : Drama & Thriller Little details in a thriller can actually make or break a pleasant movie experience. Exactly my experience with this one. Great story and mystery. Just a bit more of drama. Still a good watch.