Detective Investigation Files III (1997)

Humor, Chemistry, and Classic Cases

One of the things I miss most about TVB in the 90s is the quality of the scripts from that era. The detective cases were written so well and felt genuinely intriguing, keeping viewers invested from start to finish. Each case was carefully thought out, with strong pacing and clever twists that made the investigations exciting to follow. The cast also had incredible chemistry, which added depth to both the professional and personal dynamics between the characters. Another thing I loved about 90s TVB dramas is that when they made new installments, the original cast always returned, something I really miss today.

In this installment, a few new characters were introduced, and they meshed perfectly with the original cast, bringing both humor and drama to the story. The cases in this series are just as engaging as in the previous two installments.

I didn’t like Cheung Dai Yong’s character in this series. He was extremely secretive about his past with Jesse. Jesse had lost her memory due to an incident in the previous installment and would occasionally get flashbacks in pieces. When she asks Cheung Dai Yong about these memories to gain clarity, he either delays answering or brushes it off with lines like, “You were so stubborn and wanted to know if I cared, so you would find reasons to start arguments with me.” These actions understandably made Jesse feel insecure in their relationship, as she could not completely trust him. I couldn’t blame her for feeling this way, and it made sense that she continued taking birth control, bringing a baby into a relationship full of uncertainty would have been complicated and unfair.

Liu Kai Chi as Jap Wing Tin was absolutely hilarious. Despite his unconventional methods for solving cases, he is a good cop with a good heart, though often misunderstood.

Law Koon Lan as Chu Sau Kwan, Jesse’s aunt, was also fantastic. Her character is desperate to find love, and she eventually finds her forever person. She was a bit annoying at first, often being inconsiderate of Jesse and Cheung Dai Yong’s life and sometimes causing arguments between the couple.

Jap Wing Tin and Chu Sau Kwan truly stole the show. Their constant banter was hilarious, and their chemistry as a couple felt natural and charming. They added a wonderful comedic and emotional balance to the series, making their interactions some of the most memorable moments of the show.

Overall though, this is a drama you have to watch.

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