Cleverly Directed and Humours!
Wasn't what I expected at all! right from the start, this mini series sets a fun and lighthearted tone, making it an easy and enjoyable watch. The way they incorporated inside jokes, like the sleeve-tearing moments, was really clever and added an extra layer of humour about the situation of MLs relationship. The direction stands out with smart choices in camera angles and visual design, which enhance both the humor and the story. The editing is particularly fun animated in a way that keeps the comedy fresh and entertaining. It is not necessarily romantic but overall, it’s a well-crafted and cleverly executed for a mini series!Was this review helpful to you?
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Queer version of the Chinese legend "The Cowherd and the Girl Weaver"
Inspired by the Chinese mythology legend "The Cowherd and the Girl Weaver", the BL miniseries 'Pink Summer' tells us the relationship between Shen Jing Yu (Yanjun Jing) and his neighbor Gu Sen (Allen Zhang).In four 6-minute episodes, the queer version of the Chinese legend introduces us to two childhood friends who have lived near each other. When Gu Sen's mother has to travel to Beijing on business, she leaves her son living during the summer at the house of Shen Jing Yu and his mother.
As part of the Qiqiao or Qixi (Chinese Valentine's Day) festival, celebrated on the seventh day of the seventh month of the lunar calendar, the miniseries addresses romantic and platonic love inspired by the annual meeting of the mythological Niulang (meaning "The Cowherd") and Zhinü (meaning "Girl Weaver").
'Pink Summer' is a very funny drama: Following a mysterious love divination magic, Mengting assures him friend Shen Jing Yu that if he wants to meet he destined person, he should tie the red line of destiny on her left wrist and pray while He walks down the street seven times to the left from the door of his house.
Later, he offers another alternative: Only on the night of Chinese Valentine's Day if a person sleeps holding an orange in his hand, he will definitely see his destined person in his dream.
The stubborn young man will ignore the result again and again, which is none other than Gu Sen. But no matter how hard he tries, he won't be able to stay away from him side.
Although in the miniseries there is no prohibition of love between the two lovers, as in the Chinese legend, which forces them to live separated forever on either side of a wide river in the sky, our two film heroes will have to distance themselves when one has to go live in the Chinese capital.
As in legend, once a year all the magpies in the world will take pity on them and fly into the sky to form a bridge (鵲橋, "magpie bridge", Que Qiao) over the star Deneb in the constellation Cygnus , so that lovers can be together for only one night, which is the seventh night of the seventh moon?
The production directed by Allen Zhang was clearly not made for dramatic reflection, but to distract with its simple, fun and warm story; which is very predictable if we take into account that it is inspired by Chinese legend, but for that reason no less attractive for romantics at heart, as it shows the meeting of two apparently very different people.
What for me is an extra of this film is the way it uses comedy to develop its plot.
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A Delightful and Visually Stunning Short
Some dramas take hours to build a compelling story, but this 22 minute short managed to capture humor, charm, and warmth in such a compact yet fulfilling way. It was a thoroughly entertaining watch, blending lighthearted comedy with moments of unexpected sweetness.One of the first things that stood out to me was the cinematography. The framing, camera angles, and shot compositions were all well crafted, enhancing the overall storytelling. Visually, the drama had a polished and well thought out aesthetic that perfectly matched its playful and whimsical tone. Every scene felt intentional, immersing me in the quirky yet heartfelt world of the characters.
The story is about the dynamic between Shen Jing Yu and Gu Sen He. Shen Jing Yu, a stubborn and easily flustered young man, finds his life thrown into disarray when he is forced to share his space with Gu Sen He, a cheerful and persistent presence who repeatedly asks, “Are you happy today?” Their interactions are nothing short of entertaining, Shen Jing Yu’s exasperation is met with Gu Sen He’s unwavering optimism, creating a dynamic filled with humor, tension, and an underlying sense of warmth.
What truly elevated the story for me was the supportive mother and the best friend. They somehow knew ther was something between them before the leads themselves knew!
As I watched, I couldn’t help but think how perfect this setup would be for a childhood backstory, one where the leads were close as children but got separated when one moved away, only to reunite later in life. The chemistry between them was so natural that I would love to see them in a full-length drama exploring their relationship further.
Overall, this drama was adorable, humorous, and visually captivating. Despite its short runtime, it made a strong impact, leaving me wishing for more. With its engaging storytelling, well-executed cinematography, and charming character dynamics,
Would I watch more of these two together? Absolutely!
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Surprised Me!
Watched cause I was bored. But actually Loved the Humor and the Ending Men like How TF you gonna make me laugh and then end it with my heart confused and aching. It's a good watch if your feeling a bit down or extremely happy.But the ending was so Abrupt it left my heart feeling empty and all. This is A Comedy somewhat BL it's BL but since its Chinese it's "Implied". It's feels fast because it is. But it is Good Trust.
Also Came here to look for the Actors but only one is credited what is the name of the other guy.
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this was so cute and funny...why am I crying?
This short drama is a hidden gem that I wish I knew about sooner! The comedic timing, cute acting, and overarching story were all amazingly done. I also loved the cast. They portrayed their characters well and had great chemistry. I was very attached to the people in the story. Though it was only 20 minutes, it had the quality and substance of a full-length film. Definitely will revisit this one in the future!Was this review helpful to you?
