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Release Year2023
Runtime0h 15m
LanguageEN
CertificationNR
GenresComedy, Romance, Mystery
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DirectorBeyond Wen
WritersBeyond Wen
TypeFeature Film
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Cast4 credited
Also Known AsA Guide to Becoming a Detective
About A Guide to Becoming a Detective
A smug detective introduces his clueless sidekick to the ropes of the trade, but is made to confront the reason he became a private eye in the first place – an elusive dream girl and her mysterious disappearance.
Directed by Beyond Wen, A Guide to Becoming a Detective leans on a strong ensemble — Nick Davies, Jenny Chung, Astrea Dominue — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about comedy titles of 2023.
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