3687 - Movie Deep Dive: Memories of Murder – Film Discussion (Scott Phillips)
Course Description
Course Title: Memories of Murder – Film Discussion & Analysis
Instructor: Film Critic Scott Phillips
Options: Watch Film 9:45AM in Classroom with other students and join in the discussion at 12pm or join the discussion via Zoom at 12pm on your own.
Be sure to register for the correct section, there are two options. One says classroom the other online.
Discussion will be via Zoom with film critic Scott Phillips for an in-depth exploration of Memories of Murder, Bong Joon-ho’s internationally acclaimed crime thriller based on South Korea’s first documented serial murder case. Set against the backdrop of rural Korea in the late 1980s, the film follows two detectives whose contrasting investigative styles reveal as much about human nature and institutional failure as they do about the case itself.
In this session, Scott will guide participants through the film’s haunting atmosphere, character psychology, and layered social commentary. Together, we will examine Bong Joon-ho’s directorial style, use of dark humor, visual symbolism, and the film’s unforgettable ending. Discussion will also touch on the real-life crimes that inspired the story and the film’s lasting impact on global cinema.
Whether you are a fan of international film, crime dramas, or masterful storytelling, this class offers a compelling look at one of the most powerful films of the 21st century.