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CTRL
2020·Show
·25Episodes in1Season·
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High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension8
- Fast Pace6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Romance6
- Pathos6
- Family Dynamics6
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Dark Humor3
- Physical Comedy1
World
The mind, technology, and crime
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout characters, direction, and performances
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Character Depth9
- Intrigue9
- Direction8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Sound Centrality7
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumThe mind, technology, and crime
Its world is built around the mind, technology, and crime.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Tech & Humanity9Human stories in a tech world.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Futuristic6Speculative tech and future worlds.
Craft
HighStandout characters, direction, and performances
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The characters, direction, and performances stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Zhou Zhi Ping is a computer geek with an incredible talent for digital technology. He found freedom in the virtual online world and set up a "Zero" team to steal and sell secret information. After meeting Si Yun, he gradually let go of his distrust of others, but he did not expect that Si Yun, just like him, actually has her own secrets. Their feelings for each other changed due to the death of Zhi Ping's parents in the past, and even stood against each other.
Cybercrime ThrillerTechnological EspionagePsychological DramaComplex RelationshipsMoral AmbiguityRevenge PlotDigital UnderworldTrust & BetrayalHigh Stakes
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Questions about CTRL
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What is CTRL rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How many seasons does CTRL have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 25 episodes.
When did CTRL air?
S1
It ran from 2020 to 2021 and has ended.
What language is CTRL in?
Chinese
It was made in Chinese.