20 best foreign films that every cinephile should watch

Modified Nov 08, 2024 03:14 ET

Bicycle Thieves | Image Source: Ente Nazionale Industrie Cinematografiche — Bicycle Thieves | Image Source: Prime Video

16) Memories of Murder

Memories of Murder | Image Source: CJ ENM

Memories of Murder is a darkly thrilling and complex crime thriller by Bong Joon-ho, based on the events of South Korea's first serial killer. The film is set in the 1980s and focuses on two detectives who struggle to close the case as they battle corruption and incompetence. It has a mix of dark humor with poignant social commentary, as well as both the frustration of the investigation and the toll it takes on those involved. The atmospheric direction and haunting score of Memories of Murder make this an excellent example of Korean cinema.

Comment

Edited by Apoorva Jujjavarapu