Smile Code Review: Overhyped and Overlong
Smile Code was actually the worst drama I’ve watched this year; it’s mind-numbing, and I really don’t understand the hype around it. I checked it out because Lin Yi and Shen Yue were in it, and their acting wasn’t the problem—the story was. To start, LDW is an actual ass, and I would not give this man a redemption arc like GY did. Yes, he does have alexithymia, but he was genuinely such a bad friend at the start, and it felt like he just passed off all his bad behavior onto his disorder. The entire drama honestly feels a bit all over the place, and I didn’t really enjoy it as it dragged on. It’s filled with lots of monologues and issues that could really be solved with a conversation. Even when LDW was recovering, I still felt that a relationship between GY and him was really not what he needed. The side couples were pretty good, and I didn’t mind their side stories. It genuinely baffles me how this got so many 10/10 reviews, and I would say Smile Code is definitely a pass—6/10.Was this review helpful to you?
"The Tale of Rose": A Meaningful Drama with Life Lessons
"The Tale of Rose" is a very meaningful drama that provides a realistic outlook on life and its challenges, including love. The biggest lesson I took away from this is that life goes on, and it is better to move on rather than dwell on the past. Rosie meets a range of different men: Zhuang GuoDong (her first love, marked by miscommunication and fights), Fang XieWen (her first marriage, primarily for stability), Fu JiaMing (her soulmate, with whom she cannot spend her life), and He Xi (a younger crush that felt completely random). Each relationship presents different struggles, and Rosie learns something each time, continuing to strive and move forward in her life.The female lead (Rosie) is an inspiration; she's very free-spirited and never feels constrained in her ability to learn new things or love again. I also really liked the second couple, Su GengSheng and Huang ZhenHua, despite their struggles, as they come together well in the end. As for the OST, I would say it was alright, but my main criticism is that none of the men ever get over Rosie. In this sense, it fell short because the main message of the drama was only conveyed through Rosie rather than all the characters. Her past relationships tend to hang on to the idea of her potentially coming back, even years after they broke up. I also feel like the actors really brought this drama to its full potential, especially Lin GengXin and Liu YiFei. This drama is definitely not for everyone; it suits a specific demographic, but it's a beautiful story that I rate 7.5/10.
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For Science Enthusiasts: 'Three Body' Is a Must-Watch Drama
Three Body was unlike any drama that I have watched before, however I really enjoyed the technical aspect of the show including all the physics. If you've ever studied physics or have knowledge about it, this drama is really great as you're able to understand the contents a lot better compared to someone that hasn't. It's very interesting, and I really loved how the entire show was put together and I'm eager for the continuation. I did feel like it did drag a bit in terms of the length but I also do think its necessary to be able to properly explain everything, without glossing over important details and depth. Wang Miao and Shi Qiang made such a funny duo, I loved their scenes and interactions together as they're essentially stark opposites that compliment each other very well. For some reason, I really liked Xu Bing Bing, I found her to be a really cool and strong cop that made up Shi Qiang's entire force because that was all he needed because she was that great. Overall, I think in terms of recommendations, only a specific niche of people would thoroughly enjoy and understand the depth of this drama but it definitely deserves all the praise it has received.Was this review helpful to you?
