Awakening

A slow-burning, tense spy drama where a man's fractured memory and moral decline keep you uneasy and absorbed.

Genres

War & politics

Starring

Wen Zhengrong, Cao Lei, Vincent Zheng

Overview

Tong Fei, returned from the South Seas after the outbreak of the National Revolution and was trained to become the No. 1 agent of the Kuo Min Tang. Wounded during a secret mission, he loses his memory and on his return gradually begins to have reminiscences. He maintains various relationships and loses himself in money and violence.

How it feels

Tense, dark, melancholic and cynical. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Identity, memory, betrayal, violence

Content

Strong violence. Mild gore, sexual content and language.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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