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Murder Diary
2021·Show
·25Episodes in1Season·
Murder Diary fingerprint
Masterful craft, high energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Nerve-racking and thrilling
- Tension9
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Moving
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics8
- Pathos7
- Melancholy6
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Dark Humor4
- Situational Comedy1
World
The mind, crime, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Ambiguity8
Craft
Standout performances, storytelling, and characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Intrigue10
- Acting9
- Narrative Structure9
Style
Standout cinematography and editing
- Cinematography8
- Editing8
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighNerve-racking and thrilling
Murder Diary is nerve-racking and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowMoving
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's moving. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
HighThe mind, crime, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the mind, crime, and mystery. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity8Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological10Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
Very highStandout performances, storytelling, and characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The performances, storytelling, and characters stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Intrigue10Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting9Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure9Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity9Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative7Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout cinematography and editing
Look and sound: the cinematography and editing stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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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.
Psychological ThrillerComplex Crime MysteryDissociative Identity DisorderIntriguing Plot TwistsFamily TraumaUndercover OperationsDark & GrittyMind-Bending NarrativeCharacter-Driven Suspense
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Is Murder Diary worth watching?
63
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 6.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Murder Diary rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imageryStrong language
Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and strong language.
How many seasons does Murder Diary have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 25 episodes.
When did Murder Diary air?
S1
It ran from 2021 to 2021 and has ended.
What language is Murder Diary in?
cn
It was made in cn. Produced in Hong Kong SAR China.