Chinese history 1927 to 1980 from a farmer’s POV
I was introduced to this drama by different friends. The “old theatre bones” (老戏骨) is an endearing term for experienced stage actors and they literally stole the show. In particular are the parents of both the male and female leads. Even the way they speak their lines and the color of their vocal tone is enough to bring you to tears.
Those of us who do not know much of China’s tumultuous history will find this drama illuminating. I wonder if non Chinese speaking audience will relate to this show as much as Chinese speakers. Some parts of the plot is a little formulaic/tropish, but the overall storyline is engaging. I could not stop watching and developed a new found respect for farmers and their love of the land.
Definitely worth your time.
Those of us who do not know much of China’s tumultuous history will find this drama illuminating. I wonder if non Chinese speaking audience will relate to this show as much as Chinese speakers. Some parts of the plot is a little formulaic/tropish, but the overall storyline is engaging. I could not stop watching and developed a new found respect for farmers and their love of the land.
Definitely worth your time.
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