The Indictment (film)

The Indictment, also known as Gukmin chamyeo jaepan, is a 2012 South Korean courtroom drama film directed by Min Byung-gook. The film explores the Korean jury system, focusing on a complex case involving a mother accused of killing her son.

The narrative revolves around the trial of a woman who claims she accidentally killed her disabled son while struggling to care for him. As the trial progresses, the film delves into the lives of the jurors, each with their own biases and perspectives, who must grapple with the complexities of the case and the weight of their decision. The film examines themes of motherhood, social responsibility, the burden of caregiving, and the nuances of justice within the framework of the Korean legal system.