In The Name of The Son (2021)

Other name: 아들의 이름으로, Adeuleui Ireumeuro

Description:

In The Name of The Son explores the gripping transformation of a former riot police officer, profoundly haunted by his involvement during the brutal May 18 prodemocracy movement. Years after the tragic events, a consuming sense of guilt overwhelms him, compelling him onto a challenging path of repentance.

The film delves deep into his internal torment as he grapples with indelible memories and the moral burden of his past actions. His journey of atonement is not merely internal; it evolves into a relentless pursuit of justice. He embarks on a dangerous mission to avenge the victims, meticulously seeking out and confronting those individuals who held power and were ultimately responsible for the widespread violence and suppression during that dark historical period. This compelling narrative powerfully showcases the enduring impact of political injustice and one man's courageous, often perilous, quest for truth and retribution.

Director: Lee Jeong Kook [이정국]

Country: Korean

Status: Completed

Released: 2021

Genre:Revenge; Thriller