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The Great Hypnotist

Original title: Cui mian da shi
  • 2014
  • Not Rated
  • 1h 44m
IMDb RATING
6.9/10
3.2K
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The Great Hypnotist (2014)
DramaMysteryThriller

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.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.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.

  • Director
    • Leste Chen
  • Writers
    • Leste Chen
    • Peng Ren
  • Stars
    • Zheng Xu
    • Karen Mok
    • Zhong Lü
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    6.9/10
    3.2K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Leste Chen
    • Writers
      • Leste Chen
      • Peng Ren
    • Stars
      • Zheng Xu
      • Karen Mok
      • Zhong Lü
    • 12User reviews
    • 13Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 2 wins & 8 nominations total

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    Zheng Xu
    Zheng Xu
    • Xu Ruining
    Karen Mok
    Karen Mok
    • Ren Xiaoyan…
    Zhong Lü
    Zhong Lü
    • Pro Fang
    David Yaoqing Wang
    David Yaoqing Wang
    • Luo Yusong
    Jing Hu
    Jing Hu
    • Chen Ting
    Kaidi Yang
    • Amy
    • (as Cady Yang)
    Yue Guan
    Yue Guan
    • Shen Li
    Shuai Han
    Yutong Jianjia
    • Baby Ren Xiaoyan (Juvenile)
    Fangcong Li
    • Young Ren Xiaoyan (Juvenile)
    Dai Ming
    • Mr. Xu
    Hang Yin
    Hang Yin
    • Ruirui's mother (young)
    Leyi Zhao
    • Car accident girl
    • Director
      • Leste Chen
    • Writers
      • Leste Chen
      • Peng Ren
    • All cast & crew
    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro

    User reviews12

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    8kamalbeeee

    Great story plot...

    Its really amazing movie which was hear by filmroll Youtube channel...a hypnoist decide to take a difficult case who is feel ghost presense..not only climax acrewnplay also stunning...really worth to watch..
    7Misss25

    Still messing with my head

    I really loved from starting till end. It is engaging enough to hold anyone's attention and persuade one to watch till end. It is full of mystery and twisted story.

    This evolves with a story of great therapist /hypnotist who usually handles most complex cases and a troubled woman who failed all attempts taken by several of therapist. The movie starts with hypnotist, digging past of woman. But, as soon as he commence his therapy, he started feeling something isn't right. Besides,she begins confusing him with his past and find his weak point. The hypnotism turns in wrong way in stead of curing her, he is falling in her traps.

    So,what's happend to the woman? Who she really is?
    10aishakajmer

    I can say that was excellent movie!

    Characters, dialogs and acts was wonderful. I impressed. Songs were so soft and so nice. You should watch this movie. I guarantee you won't regret. I started to watch and I couldn't stop myself from movie. I want to say a lot of things but nothing can tell you this movie is how much awesome. So I am suggest you. I will watch again and again because I want to see this scenario how great. China's cinemas and movies really can be good. I can admit it to you. When you watch this movie you will thank to actresses, to actors and to all staff. Now I started to interesting China movies. That people can made some good things and we will not know until watch their movies. My vote is 10 and thank you!
    9sildarmillion

    Really good psychological thriller

    I watched this on a recommendation from a friend; would otherwise have never heard about it. But boy, did it really draw me in and keep the engaged the whole way through. It was a small movie with few characters and mostly taking place in one room, but there is a lot going on beneath the surface and each revelation is masterfully crafted. Would definitely recommend to others as well.
    8kluseba

    Gloomy atmosphere and challenging story make for an immersive experience

    The Great Hypnotist offers an intriguing mixture of a psychological thriller and a mysterious drama. The movie convinces with a gloomy atmosphere from start to finish. With a length around one hour and a half without the credits, the film has solid pace and is coherent and consistent. The story is also very interesting and comes around with a few minor surprises and one twist that might be predictable for genre experts but that is still greatly executed because the movie offers many clues and details to the viewers. This immersive film is quite intellectual and offers some food for thought and debates long after you have watched it.

    The story revolves around a famous psychologist who uses hypnosis to make his patients fight their inner demons. One day, the case of a troublesome woman who believes to see ghosts around her but doesn't understand their purpose is referred to the psychologist. It turns out that this isn't only going to be his most complex but also his most personal case.

    There aren't too many negative elements to mention in this very good film. What bothers me a little bit is the fact that the two main characters are hard to symapthise with at first contact. The psychologist is full of himself while the patient acts in a hostile way. Some of these behaviors are explained towards the end and the last third of the film changes the initial perceptions completely. Still, the slightly antipathic characters make an initial approach to the film somewhat difficult. However, your patience will be rewarded by the end of the movie.

    In the end, you should watch The Great Hypnotist if you like psychological thrillers or mysterious dramas. This movie stands out with its challenging story that requests the viewers to immerse themselves fully into a highly atmospheric film. Thanks to a gloomy atmosphere, this film is best enjoyed on a lonely night at home.

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    • Trivia
      At one point, Dr. Ruining Xu reveals that Ren Xiaoyan's birthday is on March 3rd. This is not just a random date--it is actually the real-life birthday of the film's director, Leste Chen. This subtle Easter egg adds a personal touch to the story, showing how filmmakers sometimes leave hidden connections between their work and their own lives.
    • Connections
      References The Sixth Sense (1999)
    • Soundtracks
      You Must Love Me
      Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber

      Lyrics by Tim Rice

      Performed by Karen Mok

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    • Release date
      • April 29, 2014 (China)
    • Country of origin
      • China
    • Language
      • Mandarin
    • Also known as
      • 催眠大師
    • Production company
      • Wanda Media Co.
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    • Budget
      • CN¥10,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross worldwide
      • $44,077,818
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 44 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Atmos
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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