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Light the Night

A murder mystery that challenges the façade of joy and glamour in Taipei's 1980's red-light district

Crime, Drama, Mystery

best
THE VERY BEST

8.8

show

Taiwan
Mandarin
Binge-Worthy, Character-driven, Intense
2021
Cammy Chiang, Cheryl Yang, Chiung-Hsuan Hsieh
60 min

Synopsis

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Taking the hotel on Linsen North Road in Taiwan as the background, it is a realistic drama that describes the love and hatred between the Japanese-style hotel proprietress and Yang Jin Hua in 1988 and a group of amorous ladies under her.

Our Take

8.8
Kerine W

Set in the 1980s, this captivating series uncovers the dark side of a Japanese-style nightclub called “Light” in Taipei’s red-light district, challenging the façade of its joy and glamour. Beginning with the shocking discovery of a dead body uncovered by a typhoon, the show delves into the lives of its complex characters, revealing the personal dramas of the mamasans, Rose and Sue, and every “Light” hostess. While some may find its pace across 3 seasons tedious, Light the Night is a must-watch for fans of slow-burning suspense with strong performances, impactful dialogue, and a story with the intricate layers of a well-crafted mystery.

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