The fascinating, and somewhat unsettling, profession of a “mistress dispeller” thrives in many Chinese cities. These specialized consultants are hired by spouses seeking to end their partner’s infidelity. Their method involves subtly infiltrating the spouse’s life, befriending the lover, and expertly manipulating the situation until the affair ends – with the cheating couple believing they made the decision themselves.
In this compelling episode of “Modern Love,” filmmaker Elizabeth Lo shares her unique journey of spending three years alongside a mistress dispeller. She reveals the clever tactics behind their success and how immersing herself in this world of marital intervention surprisingly led to the dissolution of her own relationship.
You can catch Lo’s revealing documentary, “Mistress Dispeller,” in select theaters starting today.
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