Movie

Traces of Justice

2026 · 140 min

A steady, earnest procedural that follows a lifelong detective's quiet dedication, offering tension and melancholy without flash.

Overview: The film follows criminal police officer Cui Xun over half a century of investigative work. Alongside his colleagues, he solved numerous major cases while staying true to his original aspiration of 'serving the people.' This legendary detective not only witnessed the evolution of China's public security system but also stood as a living testament to the rise of New China.
How it feels: Earnest, tense and melancholic. Measured and needs your attention.
About: Justice, work, loyalty, aging
Content: Mild violence and language. No gore or sexual content.
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Tone: earneststrength 3 of 3
tensestrength 2 of 3
melancholicstrength 1 of 3
Pacing: measured, 2 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
Attention: engaged, 3 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
Themes: justice
work
loyalty
aging
power
Places: big city
workplace
Era: period
Audience: adult
Form: true story
procedural
Content intensity: Gore none
Language mild
Violence mild
Sex none