Voice of Silence
Voice of Silence

Movie spotlight

Voice of Silence

2020
Movie
99 min
Korean

Two guys who are working for cartels as cleaners get a request to monitor an 11-year-old kidnapped girl, but the situation gets worse when their supervisor gets killed.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Google Users73%
Director: Hong Eui-jeongGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

Two men, Tae-in and Chang-bok, work for a criminal organization, cleaning up after their crimes. Their seemingly mundane job takes a dangerous turn when they are tasked with kidnapping a young girl, Cho-hee. However, their plans are disrupted when the girl is abandoned by her parents, forcing the two men to keep her with them. As they navigate this unexpected situation, their carefully constructed lives begin to unravel.

Critical Reception

Voice of Silence received generally positive reviews, with particular praise for its unconventional narrative, dark humor, and the performances of its lead actors, especially Yoo Ah-in. Critics noted its unique approach to crime storytelling, often highlighting its slow-burn tension and understated character development. While some found the pacing deliberate, the overall consensus pointed to a stylish and thought-provoking film that subverted typical genre expectations.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its darkly comedic tone and unique storytelling.

  • Yoo Ah-in's performance as the mute protagonist was a standout.

  • The film's deliberate pacing and unconventional narrative structure were polarizing.

  • Appreciated for its subtle exploration of morality and consequence within a crime setting.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's distinctive style and the compelling performance by Yoo Ah-in. Many found the narrative engaging and the dark humor effective, though some noted that the film's slow pace might not appeal to all viewers.

Fun Fact

The protagonist, Tae-in, is mute, and the film relies heavily on visual storytelling and the actor's physical performance to convey his character and emotions.

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badelf

badelf

Funny how they call this "Drama, Crime". This is black comedy at its best. This is a very complex, creative script - brilliantly acted by Yoo Ah-In. My only complaint is that I wanted to keep watching at the end. Even understanding how tigh...