From the start of “No Tears for the Dead” it becomes apparent that Gon is not a heroic figure that can be easily cheered on.

Mogyeong is as much of antihero as Gon. On the surface, she is a mother who allowed her only child to venue thousands of miles away with her criminally reckless husband.

As the film progresses, viewers develop more compassion for Mogyeong, who is a victim of her own circumstances.

“No Tears for the Dead” brilliantly pits corporate wonk Mogyeong against the seemingly amoral Gon.

Lee Jeong Beom repeatedly utilizes the juxtaposition of a barren American desert landscape verses the urbanization of Korea.

“No Tears for the Dead” is consistent with Korean film noir in that there is no clear cut sense of justice. While it may not be a feel good film, “No Tears for the Dead” challenges audiences and presents Jang Dong Gun in one of his best roles to date.

"No Tears for the Dead" is not rated, but parental guidance should be used for younger audiences due to violence and profanity.

"No Tears for the Dead" will open in select U.S. theaters on June 20.

Rating:Not Rated Run Time:116 minutes