Judgement
Judgement

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Judgement

2012
Movie
15 min
Danish

The religious girl Katharina is having an affair with the son of her much older husband. In an attempt to discover her secret lover, her husband ties her up to a chair for 3 days, waiting for her rescuers approach. Now where do you draw the line between right and wrong? Stuck between her two fighting lovers, Katharina shoots the both of them.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Kim Dong-hyunGenres: Drama, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A veteran detective, haunted by a past failure, is drawn into a dangerous investigation when a series of brutal murders mirrors a cold case he couldn't solve. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a conspiracy that implicates powerful figures and threatens his career and his life. The detective must confront his own demons and race against time to bring the killer to justice before the truth is buried forever.

Critical Reception

Judgement received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its gritty atmosphere and suspenseful narrative, though some found the plot occasionally convoluted. Audiences generally appreciated the performances, particularly Park Seong-woong's portrayal of the conflicted detective.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its dark and suspenseful tone.

  • Noted for strong lead performances, particularly the detective's portrayal.

  • Some criticism for plot complexities and pacing issues.

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Fun Fact

The film was part of a wave of Korean crime thrillers that gained international attention for their complex plotting and dark themes in the early 2010s.

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