Jan. 07, 2010|South Korea|125 Min.|Not Rated
Genre: Action;Crime;Thriller
Description: No Mercy (2010) is a gripping crime thriller that delves into themes of justice, revenge, and moral dilemmas. The film follows Kang Min-ho, a renowned forensic pathologist on the verge of retirement, who plans to spend quality time with his daughter after her return from abroad. However, his plans are disrupted when the dismembered body of a young woman, Oh Eun-ah, is discovered in a river. Kang agrees to perform one final autopsy, revealing gruesome details about the crime.
The prime suspect, environmental activist Lee Sung-ho, confesses to rookie detective Min Seo-young, Kang’s former student. Lee claims he committed the murder to protest a river-dividing construction project, but inconsistencies arise as the investigation progresses. Kang’s world is shattered when Lee reveals that Kang’s daughter has been kidnapped. Forced to compromise his ethics, Kang manipulates evidence to secure Lee’s release within three days, or his daughter will be killed.
As Detective Min delves deeper, she uncovers a tragic backstory. Kang was involved in a previous case where three defendants, accused of raping Lee’s sister, were acquitted due to Kang tampering with evidence for financial gain to save his sick daughter. Oh Eun-ah, the murder victim, was a witness in that case. Lee’s hatred for Kang stems from this injustice, fueling his desire for revenge.
Kang’s desperate actions lead to Lee’s release, but the situation escalates. Shortly after, the defendants from the previous case are found dead, and Kang fears he is next. After a violent confrontation, Lee reveals the location of Kang’s daughter. Upon arrival, Kang is devastated to find her lifeless body—only her head and limbs remain, lying amidst a bed of rose petals.
The film explores the consequences of moral compromise and the devastating toll of vengeance, leaving viewers with a haunting conclusion.
Cast director: Kim Hyoung-jun
Cast actor: Sol Kyung-gu, Ryoo Seung-bum, Han Hye-jin, Sung Ji-ru, Nam Kyung-eub, Park Sang-wook, Joo Suk-tae, Yoo Da-in
Original name: 용서는 없다