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The beginning of the drama did provide some interesting dynamics as we learn He Fanxing has never had a boyfriend despite being passed the "marriage age" for women in China. I do like that she is an mature woman who has a great job. We are introduced to the first male lead Yuan Song who is 10 years her junior and while he is handsome, he is immature and always being late to work as an intern at Fanxing's workplace. Anyway, the story practically forces them into a relationship rather than gradually moving along. He Fanxing goes on a blind date with another guy Ye Limung only to tell him she likes someone else (Yuan Song). However Limung still really likes her and is always doting on her throughout. What I've noticed is that Fanxing is truly having fun and being herself when she is with Limung and always seems so tepid and stupid when with Yuan Song. Yuan Song is such a jerk in this drama I can't stand it, he will get mad at Fanxing for doing the same things that he does then manipulates her into thinking she's the bad guy! I absolutely do not understand why I should be rooting for this guy... I have not finished the show but i really don't see a reason to if she's just gonna end up with this young guy who has no money, constantly compares fanxing to his mother, still accepts gifts from his ex girlfriend and has no consideration for the main character. The second male lead is a far better choice in my opinion and I wish it would go that way. Limung has always been there for Fanxing and it's ridiculous if she chooses this loser young guy who doesn't even respect her enough to keep their relationship private. He seems like just a player to me, but oh well. Watch it if you like, there are some really funny and charming moments but none of those are with the first male lead. Also the side characters: Fanxing's family and two friend's are cool, the designer guy is cool, the girls in the office are okay, Limung's niece is dumb and annoying. Was this review helpful to you?
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I CRIED WATCHING THIS SHOW
*spoilers alert*This show started off good but after the main couple broke up everything went downhill. The decisions main lead made were just wtf. When she broke up with the younger guy it was reasonable and I could see why she did that but then she went on and dated the older guy which made me cry out of frustration. Then u would think the younger guy would give up, no he didn’t. I honestly thought that this show would be realistic about dating but und fortunately no it wasn’t. Both of the guys were basically experiments for her she doesn’t like one of them she moved onto the other one which pissed me off. The younger guy himself is stupid like no one would just wait around for their ex like this guy did.
Other than that the other couples are literally so cuteeee. I only continued watching the show for the other couples.
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As alluded to, i really loved the female lead. I think she did a great job with this role. I found her very sexy, not just because she is hot (she looked awesome in every outfit), but because of that naivete, inexperienced way she portrayed the character. It was so adorable to see, even though hard to believe in such an older lady. I still like the sexy cougars, and aggressive types, however there is something very alluring about this character.
I'm from the USA and have pretty much dedicated my leisure watching to Asian productions. I love all the cultural differences, and they seem to be prevalent in all the shows i have watched, from Chinese, Taiwan to Korean and others. First- food. Americans like to eat just to eat, but in all these shows food is a most important aspect of every day life. so cool to see that. Second- the family hierarchy and the conflict about how things should and ought to be. In USA, it is pretty much, do what makes you happy and others have to accept it. In these shows, everything is decided on in lots of cases based on what is expected of you, or how others would perceive you- very fascinating. it is what makes these series 30-40 episodes long in most cases. Third- the age difference scenario- makes a good storyline
Anyway, I digress a little. I really liked this drama...lots of tender moments, lots of anguish for both leads and other characters and a nice happy ending. Great stuff, particularly during these difficult times we are going through now. Will be looking for more of these types of shows now that i have to stay in the house for the next 6-8 weeks, ugh!
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Interesting movie
I'm watching this tv drama for the second time. I like the plot because this relationship between the two lead casts is just normal nowadays.Nothing is wrong with May-December affair. As long as two people love each other that is the most important thing in a relationship.The male lead portrayed his role as young but matured and responsible person while the female lead was at her best role. The story and directing are good - no complaint in there. Even the supporting actors did their job very well.Was this review helpful to you?
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Favorite Noona Drama - Followup Movie would be nice
Watched earlier this year and one of the few I have rewatched couple of times (continue to find things I missed). Realize late review as FYS was released in 20/filmed 19. I d'ont get all the negative reviews about Victoria Song's acting nor the 11.5 age difference given the noona story. Nor the lower rating that than "The Rational Life" 8.2 (comments also less negative about the lead, who I like, who is 20 years older in real life and played about 10 years younger). Whereas VS played her own age and Song Wei Long played older but convincingly). I enjoyed the relationship, chemistry, and skinship in FYS... made sense as FL was emotionally much younger than chronogical age). Whereas with TRL low chemistry, family was toxic mother and his likable mom... vs FYS He family (enjoyed her twin though his final GF not believable), and FL didn't have long term friendships like Fan Xing in FYS. The RL had much fewer filming locations, humor, only one family relationship that was toxic, one or two quick kisses, and a happy ending that probably won't last. Not going to happen but would love a FYS sequel movie showing two leads married... PS been using this site for year and finally did first review today :)Was this review helpful to you?
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A good watch
I usually don't like watching drama that has more than 24 episodes. This drama with 41 episodes is a long watch. But, it is good one to watch and you should give it a try.
It is a struggle of a 32 year old woman in love with a guy in his 20's. Song Weilong as the main lead, Yuan Song, was amazing. Victoria Song as He Fan Xing has also portrayed her character well. But, her character was really dumb most of the times. You can relate to her woes of dating a younger guy. But, the way she treated him was too much. She started the affair knowing that he is young. Then she breaks up with him and tries to date Ye Lu Ming. Even when she was dating Yuan Song she introduces Ye Lu Ming as her boyfriend to her college mates. After she broke up with Yuan Song she talks to him about dating and marrying Ye Lu Ming. All this after a badminton match with Ye Song. She knows that Ye Song is hurt but tries to built a future for herself with another guy. She was insincere about her feelings to herself, Yuan Song and Ye Lu Ming. Well, if she was so fearful about societal pressures she shouldn't have started the affair. I somehow disliked her smiling and trying to act cute in front of Ye Lu Ming.
I also didn't understand why in the drama they had always commented that Ye Lu Ming as a handsome guy. The actor who portrayed He Fan Xing's father looked younger to me than Ye Lu Ming. They could have casted a younger guy I guess. But, he is a good actor and has done a nice job. He Can Yang and Cai Min Min was really cute. I really liked them. The family ties shown between He Fang Xing, He Can Yang and their parents is heartwarming . It is really cute seeing the twin sibling bond and how the parents always showed favourtism to He Fang Xing. They are the best parents out there. Also, the friendship between the girls is enviable. It was fun watching the colleagues too. There is no scheming and villainous character in the drama which I actually liked.
NB : I loved the dogs too :)
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DON'T WASTE YOUR TIME
I can honestly say I hate this drama with the burning fire of a thousand suns. Such a ridiculously stupid 32 year old FL, such a stupid story, such annoying side characters, didn't like or connect with anyone, I forwarded so much the only parts I could tolerate was FL&ML interactions (SWL was the reason I endured as long as Episode 15) .The FL treated the relationship like it was COVID, i know you're low key but my God, freaking out over a picture of just hands, frantically searching for a card that fell out of the bunch of flowers and going to the movies like it's a James Bond movie is abit overkill no?
The 2ML was a manipulative jerk I couldn't stand past the 2nd episode and forwarded all his scenes, it was even worse that she had to meet him and discuss every little thing with him like her brain went on vacay and he just had to do all the thinking for her 🙄🙄the side characters were such a bore I nearly cried, wish I could rate this 0, sadly 1 is the lowest. It's garbage don't waste your time.
If you wanna see JieDi (Older Woman younger man) romance done right, please see My Fated Boy, Why women love, the rational life, Falling into you
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The beginning of the drama may seem a bit slow, and to be honest the romance between Fanxing and Yuan Song felt a little contrived and fake. It was just too quick and too smooth which is so unlike the usual 20 or so eps it usually takes for the main leads to exchange a mere glance. The pacing of this drama is really good, and definitely an improvement on your usual Chinese drama that is 40+ eps long. This drama SERVES. CONSISTENTLY. I haven't finished watching (on episode 31) but IT GOT BETTER. How rare is that?! This is the deliciously rare kind of drama that gets REALLY GOOD as you keep watching.
It's not only the romantic relationships that are done well, but Fanxing's family is HILARIOUS. The dialogue is so funny and just written superbly - you will love her family (especially her brother, Canyang, who is by the way played by the male lead from Le Coup De Foudre if you're wondering why he looks so familiar).
As for the acting, Song Wei Long (who plays Yuan Song) is a surprisingly good actor, considering the fact that most 'little fresh meats' are not. Victoria Song is also surprisingly good at acting. Having not watched any of her dramas before, I kind of expected her to be bland or awkward or straight out cringe (as unfortunately a lot of idols are), but she was really good and loveable.
Final remarks: if this drama can end my severe noona-romance drought and complete aversion to this genre (remember, noona dramas somehow disgust me on a certain unexplainable level), it has got to be some kind of life-changing watch (ok, maybe not life-changing, but still).
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BEST SHOW EVER!!!
I don't have enough words to say how great that show is!!!No soapy crap clichés, but laughter!
David Wang plays so well his role you are just observing him as the sneaky one. He's really the right actor for that!!! I so enjoy watching him!
Victoria Song plays sooo well too with her manners and faces, it's a delight!
Yu shu Xin is annoying as the spoiled brat and she plays soo well too!!! Oh when she eats it's so funny!! I hope she didn't have to repeat the scenes otherwise she'd be super fat!! ha ha ha!
The story is all about ooops and hugh sequences and I love every single one of them!
Of course, there's love, we know how it'll end too but there are many surprises as we go into the episodes!
I cannot say anything bad about this show and wish we had many more like this one.
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Cant watch anymore
The main couple has nothing in common, their 'love' seems so fake. So many issues could be resolved by literally communicating with one another, but no they both rather sulk and be childish.Every single conversation is about love and relationships and age and marriage and blah blah blah. No other side plot. Just all romance and matchmaking. It got tiring fast, at least have some more office place drama like rival companies etc.
Victoria Song is absolutely beautiful and a good actor, I adored the parents, brother, and two best friends as well. the SML was very funny and mischievous, I also adored Cai Mi Mi, they're all great actors I just wish the writing was a bit different and the plot went in a different direction. I cannot force myself to watch this main couple anymore. Had so much potential.
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Show some real emotion and excitement in your voice.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Um grande desperdício desses atores como casal.
Tinha tudo para ser bom, mas depois de alguns episódios as coisas só foram decaindo. A história foge do cliché e tinha tudo para ser um c-drama icônico e revolucionário, mas acabou sendo apensas a história de uma mulher adulta e independente que é na verdade muito confusa e manipuladora, até o ML anos mais novo que ela tem mais atitude e sabe se decidir. A junção da Victoria Song e do Yuan Song foi abençoada pelos deuses, eles tem belezas únicas que se encaixam perfeitamente e tem uma química bem natural, mas por culpa do roteiro esse casal simplesmente não deu certo, a Fanxing sempre volta atrás na sua palavra, não consegue se decidir entre coisas simples, é um pouco imatura e acaba iludindo as pessoas e empurrando seus problemas com a barriga, foi bem frustante durante o c-drama inteiro porque ela só se resolve no final. As relações dos personagens secundários também eram um pouco confusas e problemáticas e durante o c-drama inteiro surgem problemas atrás de problemas que foram prolongados sem necessidade. Não recomendo assistir nem sobre ameça.Was this review helpful to you?
