Modern City
Song Si Ning, the HR director of Changcheng Insurance Company, and Li Jun Long, the GM of a startup company, are a married couple, working together in the metropolis. They always have disputes over the education of their daughter Dora. Li Jun Long also wanted to have another child but Si Ning was in the peak of her career. Song Si Ning found herself at the crossroads of life, career- to advance or to retreat? Marriage-to hold on or to let go? In this family game, the couple carefully tasted the bitter and sweet that life throws at them.
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Plot Summary
In the sprawling metropolis of Neo-Veridia, Detective Harding investigates a series of elaborate heists targeting the city's elite. As the crimes escalate, Harding uncovers a conspiracy that reaches the highest echelons of power, forcing him to confront his own past and the corruption within the city he swore to protect.
Critical Reception
Modern City received a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its ambitious narrative and visual style, though some found the pacing uneven. Audiences were largely drawn to the compelling mystery and strong performances, but a segment found the conclusion somewhat predictable.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its slick production values and intricate plot.
- Criticized for occasional narrative lags in the middle episodes.
- Lauded for its compelling central mystery and character development.
Google audience: Viewers appreciated the show's suspenseful storyline and the strong chemistry between the lead actors. Some found the plot a bit convoluted at times but generally recommended it for its engaging mystery elements.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for 'Best New Series' at the Gotham Independent Film Awards. Won 'Outstanding Cinematography' at the Television Critics Association Awards.
Fun Fact
The distinctive skyline of Neo-Veridia was created using a blend of practical miniatures and extensive CGI, with the design team drawing inspiration from dystopian science fiction films of the 1980s.
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