Chinese TV Drama Sheds Light on Anti-Corruption
“The Knockout” (Chinese: 狂飙) makes a rare attempt at critically examining the root of several ills that plague society.
A Chinese police television drama has won praise from viewers for its portrayal of gang-related crimes and corruption, a long-standing social issue that has been the target of authorities for years.
With an award-winning cast, “The Knockout” tells the story of a police officer’s 20-year journey combating the criminal underworld and people involved in gangs. The series, which has received a rating of 9 out of 10 on review platform Douban, was one of the most discussed topics on social media during the Spring Festival holiday, with many applauding the show’s plot and performances.
In contrast to most other dramas in the genre that generally focus on the severity of crimes, “The Knockout” tries to address the underlying issues that lead to people committing crimes. For example, instead of entirely focusing on a gang’s ringleader, the plot delves into his backstory as a cash-strapped fisherman who gets into shady business dealings after struggling to make ends meet.
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