The Classified File ~ Busan 1978, a Child Was Kidnapped

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“The Classified File” is a 2015 Korean film, categorized as Police procedural, Crime, Mystery, Thriller, and Suspense; based on a true story and streaming on Viki and Tubi TV. SUMMARY: This film is based on a true event that happened in Busan in 1978. A child was kidnapped, and the ransom demanded was $50,000. ♦ Sweet Jelly Sticks and a Whistle In “The Classified File”, a child was kidnapped, and for 33 days her parents did not know if their daughter was dead or alive. The kidnapper took 15 days before even contacting them. The mother especially experienced AGONY + ANGUISH. She tried methods that her husband and the police would never even consider. She consulted Kim Joong-San, a spiritualist (fortune-teller), who told her that her daughter was still alive and the exact date the kidnapper would contact her. He also told her that a specific detective, Kong Gil-Yong, had to be the one who worked on the investigation because only he would be able to bring her child home alive.
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The Classified File ~ Busan 1978, a Child Was Kidnapped

“The Classified File” is a 2015 Korean film, categorized as Police procedural, Crime, Mystery, Thriller, and Suspense; based on a true story of a kidnapping.

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[nooryasmeen022]

I watched it last week on Tubi. It was very quiet in tone, but the tension never left. I could feel the mother’s stress deeply. You really get to see how lonely her fight was. I’m not sure what to think about the fortune teller. Maybe he had a gift, or maybe people just see what they want to see. But the detective’s attitude was refreshing. He didn’t mock or judge. He just focused on solving the case. That’s what makes this film feel respectful.

 

[Carrotlina]

I don’t normally believe in fortune tellers, but this film gave a more serious look at that kind of person. The detective could have easily refused to work with him, but he listened anyway. That kind of open-mindedness is rare in films like this. Usually, the skeptic is very loud and insulting. But this movie kept both sides balanced. I also liked how it gave time to the procedural parts of the investigation. Some viewers may find the pacing slow, but I think it matched the real timeline of the case. It made the outcome more believable.

 

[nurning annintant]

This movie left me frustrated. Not because it was bad—it’s quite good—but because of how helpless everyone was. A child went missing, and people were guessing, praying, using visions. That’s not comforting. It made me angry how long it took the kidnapper to even reach out. And the fact that the spiritualist was tortured shows how the system had no idea how to handle something like this. The film did a good job showing how fear spreads—not just in the family, but in the police force too.

 

[Lycopene]

I found the story very emotional, especially from the mother’s perspective. It’s easy to say she should have waited for the police, but I don’t think anyone can understand what it feels like unless they’ve lived through it. Turning to a fortune teller wasn’t crazy. It was human. Sometimes when you're desperate, you try anything. The movie respected her choice. It didn’t judge her, and I think that’s why it worked for me. The detective and the spiritualist didn’t become friends, but they became a team. That made it interesting.

 

[Jackfruit]

I give this film an 8 out of 10. It’s not perfect—the middle part drags a little—but the ending is worth it. I appreciate the way it builds slow trust between characters who would never meet under normal circumstances. The fact that it’s based on a real event gives it more weight. I didn’t know the girl was kidnapped twice until I read the article. That’s terrifying. I hope they never make a sequel or remake. The story stands on its own.

 

[Fanny]

To be honest, I expected a more dramatic climax. But the subtle ending made sense. This isn’t about big action. It’s about choices, beliefs, and small acts of courage. The movie is quiet but heavy. The performances were mature and respectful. I think people who like fast thrillers may not enjoy it, but if you want something that shows how real people deal with panic and uncertainty, this is a good one.

 

[Galinda]

What stuck with me is the fortune teller’s face. He didn’t seem like he was lying. He looked tired, like someone who carries heavy things no one else can see. That made him more believable. I don’t know if he had powers or just good instincts, but he cared about the child. The actor did a great job showing that. The movie didn’t need to prove whether the supernatural was real or not. It just showed what happened, and that’s enough.