There live a husband and a wife, who are married so happily that her jealous mother-in-law, his stepmother, poisons her daughter-in-law with the help of her housemaid. This is a horror movie about the revenge done by the woman's ghost who has been murdered undeservedly and reincarnated in a cat, upon the mother-in-law and the housemaid. (Source: KoreanClassicFilm) Edit Translation
- English
- magyar / magyar nyelv
- dansk
- Norsk
- Native Title: 살인마
- Also Known As: A Bloodthirsty Killer , A Devilish Homicide , Murderer , Salinma , Sarinma , 殺人魔
- Screenwriter & Director: Lee Yong Min
- Genres: Horror, Supernatural
Where to Watch A Devilish Murder
Free (sub)
Cast & Credits
- Jeong Ae RanLady HeoMain Role
- Lee Bin HwaHye SookMain Role
- Do Geum BongAe JaMain Role
- Nam Goong Won Support Role
- Gang Mun[Mysterious woman]Support Role
Reviews
"A woman's grudge is not something that easily goes away"
A woman exacting revenge on those who have wronged her may now be seen as a cliché. However, this film from the 1960s is an early contributor to the "Wonhon" motif (the Korean version of this concept).A Devilish Murder subverts the expected revenge narrative and creates an interesting juxtaposition between the duality of women. Placing a spotlight on the relationships between the characters and their expected roles within the family, and society itself, provides an insightful reflection of the time period in which it was produced.
The premise is interesting and the use of music greatly contributes to the eerie atmosphere already established by the uncomfortable relationship dynamics and unsettling visuals. However, a lack of exposition makes the dated plot confusing and ultimately less enjoyable to follow.
Overall: 2.5/5
Quality: 3/5
Enjoyability: 2.5/5
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