Murder Diary
Yeung Pik Sum suffers from Schizophrenia and her illness causes her son, Yip King Fung, to suffer from Dissociative Identity Disorder. King Fung’s split personality, Chu Kei, becomes a handwriting expert and criminal profiler, who helps King-fung, an undercover agent, to uproot a criminal organization. However, a series of strange cases makes King Fung a murder suspect and his younger sister to be traumatized. Feeling guilty about abandoning her children, Pik Sum becomes a mental hospital assistant to protect her daughter, but she is unable to reconcile with King Fung... Superintendent Lip Shan invites King Fung to join the Special Crime Unit. Together with psychiatrist Wai Yui Kit, bomb disposal expert Yau Ngan Sing, forensic anthropologist Fong Yuen Chin, they deal with criminals with abnormal psychological conditions and solve complicated cases.
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Plot Summary
A detective, haunted by a past case, delves into a series of bizarre murders that seem connected to a cult. As the body count rises, he must confront his own demons and unravel a dark conspiracy before the killer claims another victim. The investigation leads him down a rabbit hole of ancient rituals and psychological manipulation, blurring the lines between reality and delusion.
Critical Reception
Murder Diary received mixed to positive reviews, with many praising its suspenseful atmosphere and intricate plot, while some criticized its pacing and occasionally convoluted narrative. Audience reception was generally favorable, appreciating the film's attempt at a complex mystery within the thriller genre.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its atmospheric tension and engaging mystery.
- Some critics found the plot overly complicated and the resolution unsatisfying.
- The performances were generally seen as strong, particularly the lead actor.
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Fun Fact
The film's visual style heavily incorporates elements of traditional Chinese art and mythology to enhance its eerie atmosphere.
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