Onsehan

A disgraced former detective, haunted by a past mistake, takes on a new assignment to track down a serial killer. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he finds himself increasingly entangled with the victims' families and the killer's disturbing motives. The lines between justice and obsession begin to blur as the detective races against time to prevent further tragedy.

Peppermint Candy received widespread critical acclaim for its powerful storytelling, haunting atmosphere, and masterful direction. Critics lauded the film's exploration of regret, trauma, and the political turmoil of South Korea, with particular praise for the performances of its lead actors. It is considered a landmark film in Korean cinema.

• A deeply moving and profound examination of personal and national trauma.

• Technically brilliant with a haunting narrative structure.

• The performances are universally excellent, particularly from Han Suk-kyu.

Google audience: Audiences were deeply impressed by the film's emotional depth and narrative complexity, frequently highlighting its thought-provoking themes and the powerful acting. Many found it to be a challenging but ultimately rewarding viewing experience.

Won Best Director and Best Actor (Han Suk-kyu) at the Blue Dragon Film Awards. Nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Foreign Language Film. Received numerous other accolades at international film festivals.

The film's non-linear narrative structure, which tells the story in reverse chronological order, was a deliberate choice by director Lee Chang-dong to emphasize the weight of the past and the characters' inability to escape their circumstances.