The Great Hypnotist

The famous psychologist Xu Ruining has a raising career, when he met the troublesome patient Ren Xiaoyan. The meeting is not easy as feeble-looking Ren is point by point against him.

Cast

Xu Zheng

as Xu Ruining

Karen Mok Man-Wai

as Ren Xiaoyan

Lü Zhong

as Professor Fang

David Wang

Hu Jing

Cady Yang

as Amy

Yin Hang

Reviews

Alunauwie

This gripping psychological drama explores the emotional depth of therapy and memory, using detailed cinematography, natural dialogue, and unpredictable twists to build a suspenseful story around Ruining and Xiao Yan's intertwined minds. With award-winning sound and screenplay, the film masterfully ...

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