Memories of Murder (Criterion Collection) Blu-ray

Memories of Murder from The Criterion Collection is a two-disc Korean-language Blu-ray edition of Bong Joon Ho’s crime film. The listed edition includes English subtitles, a 4K digital restoration and a substantial set of filmmaking extras, but it is not a 4K UHD release.

At a glance

Two Blu-ray discs with English subtitles for the Korean-language film.
The listing describes a director-approved 4K digital restoration, but the disc format is Blu-ray, not 4K UHD.
Extras include multiple commentaries, a making-of documentary, deleted scenes and Bong Joon Ho’s student film Incoherence.

Price

$40.77Save 26%

Reference price: ~~$55.24~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

The two-disc edition combines the feature with commentaries, interviews, a making-of documentary and other supplements.
English subtitles are listed for the Korean-language release.

Technical specifications

10 specifications

Identity
Brand	The Criterion Collection
Genre	Mystery & Suspense
Manufacturer reference	CC3240BD

Disc and language
Format	Blu-ray, Subtitled
Language	Korean
Subtitles	English
Number of discs	2

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	1.78 x 19.05 x 13.72 cm; 100 Grams

Restoration and extras
Restoration and audio	New 4K digital restoration, supervised by cinematographer Kim Hyung Ku and approved by director Bong Joon Ho, with 5.1 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack
Commentaries	Two 2009 commentaries featuring Bong and members of the cast and crew, plus a new commentary featuring critic Tony Rayns

What to know before buying

The advertised 4K digital restoration does not make this a 4K UHD disc. Customer feedback also includes mixed views about image quality, with several noting it is not 4K. Verify the format suits your player and expectations.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Viewers seeking Bong Joon Ho’s crime film with English subtitles and extensive Criterion supplements.
Blu-ray collectors interested in commentaries and filmmaking context.

Less suited to

Buyers specifically looking for a 4K UHD disc rather than a Blu-ray edition.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.8 / 5 · 1,022 ratings

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Customer feedback praises the film’s quality, story and acting, and mentions the interviews as useful moviemaking context. Image quality draws mixed reactions, with some noting that the edition is not 4K. That distinction matters for buyers expecting a 4K UHD disc: the listing describes a 4K restoration on Blu-ray, not a 4K UHD release. Aggregate ratings are strongly positive overall, but do not explain individual opinions.

Positive themes

Customers praise the film’s quality, story and acting.
One customer highlights interviews that demonstrate the moviemaking process.

Mixed feedback

Customer feedback on image quality is mixed, including comments that the edition is not 4K.

Frequently asked questions

Is this a 4K UHD edition?

No. The listing identifies the format as Blu-ray. It describes a 4K digital restoration, which is not the same as a 4K UHD disc.

What language and subtitles are listed?

The language is Korean and the listed subtitles are English.

What extras are included?

The description lists several commentaries, interviews and programmes, a 2004 making-of documentary, deleted scenes, Bong Joon Ho’s student film Incoherence, promotional clips and an essay.