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Plot Introduction:

Full Series of TV Drama "2009 Crime Upgrade"

Producer: Chen Guojun

Starring: Liu Yiwei, Mao Shaohua, Rao Ruanhua, Bao Yangchun, Li Shianqing, Zhang Guowei, etc.

Plot of the TV Drama "2009 Crime Upgrade":

This TV series mainly revolves around a series of shocking major heinous crimes such as "The Case of Government Official Murdering His Mistress", "The Serial Murder Case of Professional Gambler Killing His Own Parents", "The Case of Good Student Beating His Birth Mother to Death with a Hammer", "The Rape and Murder Case of a 15-Year-Old Girl", "The Case of Online Luring Young Girls into Prostitution", "The Case of a 17-Year-Old Girl Committing Murder for Love", "The Case of Selling Sisters for Wealth", and "The Case of Innocent School Beauty Selling Herself for Drugs and Committing Murder". This drama is mainly reenacted by criminals or non-professional actors imitating performances, aiming to restore the real case situation and crime scene as much as possible. It makes the audience deeply reflect on human nature while hating evil, achieving the purpose of educating society. These cases have become teaching cases in the Public Security University.

In terms of narrative methods, "2009 Crime Upgrade" adopts non-linear compound narration, including both objective narratives and commentary from an onlooker; it uses time as the main thread but also has emotional flashbacks of characters. The drama is quite substantial, covering not only cases but also many issues in life, such as opinions on superiors, social factors leading to crimes, etc., presenting a kind of radiative story. Additionally, "2009 Crime Upgrade" also draws on the expression methods of American and European films, making it easy for Chinese audiences accustomed to foreign blockbusters to accept. Writer Cong Weixi commented that this TV drama is rich in social connotation and artistic return to real life, giving people a refreshing feeling.

The TV Drama "2009 Crime Upgrade" did not entirely employ well-known actors. Regarding this point, Chen Guojun believed that people used to overvalue stars, whereas stars are just role players. He said, "As a producer, I know very well how stars are 'manufactured' and the role of actors. I believe that Chinese actors are currently in a declining state. Many stars are famous in name, but their actual abilities do not match their reputation. Stars need good plays to elevate them, otherwise, it's all in vain. After using some stars, many directors feel they are not worth it. They love their own image too much, and during filming, they are busy with social engagements, with their phones ringing constantly. Their performance state and mindset are not good; they are just selling their faces. On the other hand, those who haven't yet become big-name actors work hard and strive. This is an indispensable reason for the success of our play. Moreover, the audience is familiar with the faces of stars, and some are even tired of them. Unfamiliar faces may bring a sense of freshness."