A Life for a Life
7.1 (14 votes)β’ 2025β’Ended
Storyline & Plot Summary
In the early 1990s, Du Xiangdong, a top student at the police academy, was reluctantly assigned to a detention center. When two suspects under his supervision unexpectedly escaped, it sparked Du Xiangdong's relentless pursuit that spanned over 20 years.
Production Details
Languages: Mandarin
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Director: Lu Chuan
Starring Cast: Qin Hao, Han Geng, Zhong Chuxi, Shi Pengyuan, Lin Boyang, Liu Xiaohai
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Audience Reviews & Detailed Breakdown
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CinematicExpert
2 days ago9.5 / 10
Story: 10β’Cast: 9.5β’OST: 9β’Rewatch: 9
An absolute masterpiece of modern cinema! The character arcs are deeply emotional and the musical score heightens every single scene.
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DramaEnthusiast
1 week ago8.8 / 10
Story: 9β’Cast: 9β’OST: 8.5β’Rewatch: 8.5
Great pacing throughout the entire story. The leads have insane chemistry together. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a compelling watch.