Danger Zone: The Dark Night (2021)
Discover intense investigations, brutal murders, and hidden conspiracies in the riveting Taiwanese drama, ‘Danger Zone: The Dark Night.’
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| Original Title | 逆局 |
|---|---|
| Formats | Streaming |
| Seasons | 2 |
| Episodes | 24 |
| Duration | 45 mins |
| Status | Ended |
| Year | 2021 |
| First Air Date | September 3, 2021 |
| Last Air Date | November 12, 2021 |
| Broadcast Day | friday |
| Network | iQiyi |
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Flawless crime techniques, a serial murder case with no assassin investigated!An unsettled case forces the police to cooperate with criminals, go deep into the crime scene and play a final match with the murderer to get justice for the dead. Both heroes join hands to fight strongly, but the undercurrent of this devil’s deal is surging and it’s about to trigger another wave of an even greater deadly crisis!
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A Riveting Psychological Crime Thriller
“Danger Zone: The Dark Night” is a gripping and fast-paced psychological crime thriller that delves into the murky depths of justice. This Taiwanese drama, spanning both Season 1 and Season 2, weaves a tale of intense investigations, brutal serial killings, and hidden conspiracies.
The story follows Captain Tan’s investigative team as they race against time to stop a series of gruesome murders. Their promising leads are scarce, and the pressure mounts as they grapple with the elusive serial killer. Enter Liang Yandong, a gifted former profiler and attorney who is also a prison inmate. He’s on trial for murder but believes his case is linked to the ongoing killings. In exchange for profiling the murderer, he strikes a deal with rookie cop Ren Fei, who shares information with him.
Vic Zhou’s portrayal of the inscrutable Liang Yandong is a standout. His motives remain shrouded in mystery, and Zhou’s performance keeps viewers guessing. Sandrine Pinna impresses with her complex role, although some scenes in the latter half could have been more nuanced. Christopher Lee’s Captain Tan, unfortunately, lacks the connection needed to engage the audience fully. Zhu Tingdian’s portrayal of Ren Fei is hit or miss, affecting his chemistry with Captain Tan and the rest of the team.
The plot unfolds at breakneck speed, revealing a larger conspiracy intertwined with an unsolved cold case. Twists abound, including a hidden antagonist whose identity is disclosed a tad early. While some suspension of disbelief is necessary, the relentless pacing ensures you won’t dwell on the plot holes. The ultimate villain’s motives may not be entirely convincing, but the ensemble cast keeps us engaged.
“Danger Zone: The Dark Night” stands out for its focus on a well-explored big case that ties everything together. Unlike some crime dramas, it doesn’t digress into social issues, maintaining its suspenseful core. The cops may be slightly dumbed down to elevate Liang Yandong’s brilliance, but the action-packed narrative compensates.
In summary, “Danger Zone: The Dark Night” delivers hard-core gore, intricate mysteries, and a relentless pursuit of justice. If you’re a fan of suspense thrillers, this one is worth a watch.