Action,Thriller
South Korea
Confession of Murder is a 2012 South Korean thriller film directed by Jung Byung-gil. The movie opens with a shocking aftermath of the murder case, with the family of a victim, Lee Doo-seok, throwing himself off a building in front of detective Choi Hyeong-goo. Two years later, the statue of limitations on the case expires, and a man named Lee Doo-seok publishes a book claiming he was the killer. His book becomes a bestseller, and he becomes a celebrity, with his charming looks and vivid description of the murders.
Detective Choi, who has never given up on the case, confronts Lee Doo-seok on a television debate show, believing him to be a con artist. But when another man comes forward, claiming to be the real killer, the detective must race against time to uncover the truth before the statute of limitations expires forever. As the investigation unfolds, Choi discovers that the truth might be far more sinister than he ever imagined.
One of the key themes of the movie is the impact of violence on victims and their families. The film explores the emotional toll that the murders have taken on those left behind, as well as the media frenzy that surrounds the case. It also raises questions about the nature of justice and whether it is ever truly possible to bring closure to a case like this.
Overall, Confession of Murder is a gripping and thought-provoking thriller that will keep audiences on the edge of their seats until the very end.
