RV: Resurrected Victims is a 2017 South Korean mystery thriller directed by Kwak Kyung-taek. The film is based on Park Ha-ik’s 2012 novel It Is Over. It masterfully combines elements of mystery, suspense, and the supernatural, creating a gripping narrative that keeps audiences on edge.
The story revolves around Jin-hong, a dedicated prosecutor who has spent years obsessively searching for the person responsible for his mother’s murder. For seven years, he has relentlessly pursued justice, refusing to move on from the tragic loss. However, his life takes a shocking turn when his deceased mother suddenly returns to life and appears before him. But instead of a heartwarming reunion, she attacks him with a violent rage.
At the same time, bizarre incidents known as the Resurrected Victims Phenomenon (RVP) are occurring worldwide. In these cases, victims of unsolved murders mysteriously come back from the dead—not to reunite with loved ones, but to punish their killers. These resurrected victims are relentless, driven by an unexplainable force to seek vengeance.
Jin-hong’s situation becomes even more complicated when investigators handling the RVP cases suspect him of being his mother’s murderer. With mounting evidence pointing toward him, he finds himself in a desperate struggle to prove his innocence. He is torn between uncovering the truth behind his mother’s death and escaping the authorities who believe he is guilty.
As Jin-hong digs deeper into the mystery, he begins to question everything he thought he knew. Dark secrets from the past begin to surface, forcing him to confront painful truths about his mother’s murder. The film expertly builds suspense as he pieces together clues, leading to a shocking revelation that changes everything.
RV: Resurrected Victims blends supernatural horror with a gripping murder mystery, delivering intense action and psychological depth. It explores themes of justice, guilt, and vengeance, making viewers question the true nature of punishment and redemption. With strong performances, eerie atmospheres, and unexpected twists, the film offers a thrilling experience that keeps audiences engaged until the very end.
