Li Yan claims Wang's son, Tian-you, committed the murder, supported by Dr. Wan and the maid's testimonies.

Dr. Wan confesses to the brain transfer, driven by his love for Wang, and pleads with Liang, who refuses to protect him due to the evidence tampering.

Director Cheng Wei-hao asked male lead Chang Chen to lose 10 kilograms and shave his head for his role as cancer patient Liang Wenchao.

[11] Critic Sean Aversa praised the film for its intricate and unpredictable plot, saying that it was "exceptionally well written" and the cast's performance was excellent.

[12] Decider called it "a dark, dense film that’ll reward attentive viewers and turn away those looking for light entertainment",[13] while Han Cheung of the Taipei Times lauded its "suspenseful, nuanced storytelling".

[15] On the other hand, Derek Elley panned the film, calling it "relentlessly downbeat" and described the plot as "convoluted and outrageous".