Crime,Mystery,Horror
United States of America
Murder Death Koreatown is a 2020 found footage thriller directed by and starring Daniel Robin and produced by Jared Seltzer. The movie follows the story of a man named Mark who lives an aimless life in Koreatown, Los Angeles. One day, his neighbor is found murdered in his apartment and the police write it off as a suicide. But Mark becomes obsessed with the case and starts investigating the crime on his own using a hand-held camera.
As Mark delves deeper into the enigmatic death of his neighbor, he meets strange people and uncovers a dark conspiracy involving spirits, cults and serial killers. The more he investigates, the more he becomes paranoid and his sanity is tested. He follows leads, tracks suspects, breaks into abandoned buildings and explores the seedy underworld of Koreatown at night. His journey leads him to unexpected places, such as a Korean market that sells illegal substances and a dilapidated hotel that serves as a hideout for a group of murderers.
Mark's investigation is not only dangerous, but also unusual, as he uses humor, social media, and dramatization to connect the dots and present his findings. The movie features a mix of real footage, manipulated images, and reenacted scenes that contribute to the eerie and unsettling atmosphere. There are also moments of dread and violence that add to the plot's twists and turns.
In the end, Mark's search for the truth turns into an obsession that consumes him and puts him in harm's way. Murder Death Koreatown is not only a story of a murder investigation, but also a reflection on loneliness, isolation, and mental instability in a big city. It's an unsettling and poignant movie that leaves a lasting impression on the viewer.
