Dark Figure of Crime
Seen it?2018 | 111 min | Crime, Drama
Saturday Specialearly ratingWhy it’s a Saturday Special
It earned strong reviews (80% on Rotten Tomatoes), despite almost no lasting buzz. A strong pick for the weekend.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for crime-drama fans.
- The mood
- Dark and gritty.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 51 min.
- What might put you off
- It's in Korean, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
A serial killer is caught for his seventh murder. A cop tries to solve the first six cases with the killer's help, but starts to suspect that he has ulterior motives. Based on a true story.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
80% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsSolid
9 wins and 9 nominations from smaller awards and festivals
- Box office & staying powerSolid
$29 million worldwide on a $7 million budget
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
About 11K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
Cast & crew
Directed by Kim Tae-gyoon
- Kim Yoon-seokKim Hyeong-min
- Ju Ji-hoonKang Tae-oh
- Moon Jeong-heeKim Soo-min
- Jin Sun-kyuDetective Jo
- Jeong Jong-junChief of Crime Department
- Heo JinJi-hee's Grandmother
- Kim Joong-kiLawyer
- Kim Young-woongJeong-bong
- Jeong Gi-seopDetective Han
- Kim Mi-hwaHair Salon Manager