I Saw the Devil

Synopsis

I Saw the Devil is a 2010 South Korean thriller directed by Kim Jee-woon. The movie follows NIS agent Kim Soo-hyun, whose fiancee is brutally murdered by a serial killer. Fueled by revenge, Kim embarks on a relentless hunt to track down the killer, resorting to extreme measures to ensure justice is served. As the cat-and-mouse game intensifies, the line between good and evil becomes blurred, leading to chilling revelations and unexpected twists. With its intense action sequences, dark themes, and morally ambiguous characters, I Saw the Devil explores the depths of vengeance and the human psyche.

Cast

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  Lee Byung-hun

  Kim Soo-hyeon

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  Choi Min-sik

  Kyung-chul

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  Jeon Kuk-hwan

  Squad Chief Jang

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  Cheon Ho-jin

  Section Chief Oh

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  Oh San-ha

  Joo-yeon

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  Kim Yoon-seo

  Se-yeon

Reviews

Critics have praised I Saw the Devil for its gripping narrative and powerful performances. Rotten Tomatoes gives it a solid 81% rating, with the consensus stating, 'I Saw the Devil delivers a stylish, brutal, and unforgettable revenge thriller.' IMDb users have rated it 7.8/10, appreciating the film's atmospheric tension and stunning cinematography. Metacritic scores the movie at 67/100, highlighting its visceral impact on the audience. The Los Angeles Times describes it as 'a visceral and uncompromising masterpiece that challenges the boundaries of the revenge genre.' Variety applauds the director's vision, calling it 'a tour de force of suspense and psychological drama.'