French Thriller 'Six Jours' Divides Critics With Its Dark Tone and Complex Plot

The remake of a Korean crime drama explores trauma and redemption but faces criticism for its convoluted narrative and lack of emotional depth.

'Six Jours,' directed by Juan Carlos Medina, is a French adaptation of a Korean crime thriller, released in theaters on January 1, 2025.
The film stars Sami Bouajila as a haunted detective and Julie Gayet as a grieving mother seeking justice for her daughter's unsolved kidnapping and death.
Set against a gloomy, rain-soaked backdrop, the story follows a race against time as the detective revisits the cold case six days before the statute of limitations expires.
Critics praised the strong performances by Bouajila and Gayet but noted the film's reliance on clichés, forced plot connections, and overcomplicated twists.
While the movie raises compelling moral questions about truth and closure, it has been criticized for failing to deliver a cohesive narrative or genuine suspense.