(Movie Review) 'The Assassin(s)' paints vivid snapshot of 1970s Korea in tribute to those who lived through it
SEOUL, Sept. 17 (Yonhap) -- The 1974 assassination attempt on then South Korean ...
In 1974, South Korea experienced a pivotal moment when a Korean Japanese assassin targeted then President Park Chung-hee, resulting in the death of the first lady. Director Hur Jin-ho's film, The Assassin(s), offers a glimpse into the lives of those affected by this event, focusing on journalists Kim Jae-hwan, rookie reporter Han Young-il, and police detective Park Cheol-gu.
The film follows their investigation into the assassination, unearthing fragmented evidence and confronting a climate of censorship and intimidation. Despite the dangers, the trio remains steadfast in their pursuit of the truth. The film's restrained direction and meticulous attention to historical detail transport viewers to the tumultuous 1970s, making it a compelling exploration of modern Korean history and investigative journalism.
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