Same for me. Nirvana in Fire season 1 and Joy of Life season 1 are a solid 10 for me. Things get hazy when I consider…
Whether it's a series or a movie, most of the time when a second part comes out, it's like this: it's usually not that good. Because the first part was already perfect.
I think the cinematography or lighting angles, I give it a full 10, but the storyline, for me, if you compare it to classic series like Nirvana in Fire (1) orJoy Of Life, the storyline is still a bit far in the same league. If it's out of 10, I give it 8.5 for this series. But if you have never seen the two series I mentioned, you might give it a 10. It's a legendary series, but for me, it's not quite there yet, but it's a series worth watching. This is just my personal opinion.
This is another excellent drama, and the story is progressing very well. I hope it doesn't fall apart at the end. I hope the ending maintains its quality.
I don't think it's fair to blame all the actors. All actors are talented, but they may not be as talented in choosing…
Oh, of course, that's true. But I don't think you understand the deeper context of what's happening in Chinese dramas right now. I feel like the production system sometimes favors producers too much compared to the actors themselves. Many actors struggle to find work opportunities. Some roles may not be what they want, but acceptance can be based on a variety of factors, including persuasion or requests from producers, or financial necessity.
We must admit that the industry is highly competitive. To assess the situation, we should look beyond the surface. I believe that most Chinese actors have immense potential and talent. It's not just the few we know, but many have unfortunately accepted roles that limit or diminish their abilities.
Ultimately, this problem may not be the actors' fault directly. Rather, it may reflect a systemic problem where producers and scriptwriters prioritize quantity and speed over sustainable content development. "Look a little deeper, not just superficially."
This show single-handedly convinced me to blacklist Li Yitong and Wang Hongyi purely on their acting ability alone,…
I don't think it's fair to blame all the actors. All actors are talented, but they may not be as talented in choosing roles, especially new actors or actors who want to maintain their popularity in the industry. But it all depends on the roles they get. This is the problem with modern Chinese dramas. If we don't fix this problem quickly, I'm very worried that they will continue to decline. The problems are: 1. Massive production volumes, but inconsistent quality: Massive productions, yet the plots are so similar that viewers feel "at first glance, they all look the same."
2. Repetitive plot structure: Using the same formulaic tropes, such as love triangles, villains jealous of the heroine, and perfect heroes, lacks originality.
3. Unbalanced scripts and acting skills: Good actors may be "diminished" by being given rigidly written scripts with no depth to express themselves.
4. Producers may focus on speed and buzz, instead of focusing on developing quality scripts and content.
Check out Fated Hearts. It's quite a bit different from the rest. The script kept it interesting throughout. Excellent…
This drama delivers a rather intense and emotionally charged mood. It's a dark, sadistic genre that might appeal to a specific audience. Personally, I think it has many strong points, especially the excellent performances of the male and female leads. That's why I consider the actors to be almost all professionals.
Looking at the overall drama industry today, scripts of this level of freshness and quality are rare. If we look at ten dramas, only one or two might stand out and be different. The rest often have similar, repetitive plots. This situation prevents some actors' true image or potential from being fully revealed.
I never blame the actors. They have to work and earn a living. Taking on less challenging roles is understandable in this highly competitive environment. In my view, the main problem lies with the producers, who often focus on quantity and revenue, sometimes neglecting the development of quality and variety of content. If this balance can be restored, I believe the industry could develop even further.
Yes, I use to love watching all these costume dramas in China with different storyline and interesting characters…
I agree with you. If drama producers continue to do this, focusing only on the quantity of the drama and not the plot, I think it won't be long before... It will make people bored. I'm very concerned about this.
There are a multitude of dramas and series being produced these days. In principle, having a wide variety of content to choose from is a good thing for viewers like us. However, my concern is the quality of the scripts, especially the writing, which lacks freshness.
I believe that the male and female leads in many dramas already possess excellent acting skills. However, if their roles are repetitive and uninteresting, the overall production may be underwhelming, leading to some dramas receiving disappointingly low ratings.
A comparison would be similar to the situation in the Hong Kong film industry in the 1990s. Productions were plentiful but lacked variety, ultimately leading to monotonous and boring stories for viewers.
Therefore, I believe that if in the next 3-4 years the industry continues to focus on producing large quantities of content without prioritizing the quality of the scripts, it could lead to repetition and boredom for viewers. The Hong Kong film industry could serve as a good example for us to consider.
This is just my personal opinion, shared out of concern and goodwill for our entertainment industry. I apologize if any of my words are inappropriate.
The 'trumpet' you're hearing is probably the suona, which is a traditional instrument often used at funerals.…
Don't say that, my dear friend. I never meant to disparage any culture. I just don't know. A great philosopher once said, "He who does not know is not guilty." I'm so grateful you told me, and now I've learned.
The soundtrack for this drama doesn't sound very pleasant, especially the ancient flute or something I can't quite name. It's just not pleasant at all. I think it sounds similar to the drama Blood River that's currently airing. Or am I just hearing things? Especially the flute and trumpet sounds. Does anyone else hear the same sounds as me?
Even though the main character was well-placed, when I actually watched the first and second episodes, I felt that it was never that fun or that it was just beginning.
It's a pity that this drama is still stuck in the same old formula, both the revenge plot and the predictable male-female relationship from the beginning. Personally, I think that even though the actors were well-cast, the roles that lacked depth and novelty may have made some viewers feel that it had lost some potential.
Maybe it's because we've seen so many dramas like this, so we feel that if they're repetitive, sometimes we lose the emotion. More importantly, the plot doesn't have anything exciting or different from other dramas in the same genre.
I personally think that if the producers reduced the number of productions and focused on developing the script to have more dimensions (perhaps 1-2 quality dramas per year), it would help the work have a more unique and memorable identity than the current fast-paced but repetitive formula.
Both are different genres why are you even comparing?
In my opinion, comparing works is a personal right that everyone can freely express their opinions. Is this the principle of democracy that we can speak or express our opinions freely? Or do we have to be silent and not be able to express any opinions at all?
Oh my god, this drama is so great. I really like this drama. There are smiles, tears, and tears. Yesterday is still sweet "Smile on the day the orange is not sweet" Some days... we peel an orange with hope, hoping for a sweet and refreshing taste to comfort our tired heart. But when we take the first bite, it is sour and bitter. Sometimes... life is like that. We try hard, we endure hard, but the result is not as we expected. What should we do? Will we be angry at the orange or blame fate? Will we stop eating oranges for the rest of our life for fear of being disappointed again? Or... will we smile at the sourness and learn that at least it gives us Vitamin C. Some days, life just needs us to smile, not because everything is good, but because we still have the energy to smile on those days when it's not good. The orange may not be sweet, but it's still fresh. Today may not be good, but we still have tomorrow. Today, the orange is not sweet, but we can still smile. Smile on the day the orange is not sweet.
Rebirth/revenge dramas are in trend now so we'll see them often though I quite enjoyed this one. Especially the…
Actually, it's just a drama. It doesn't mean that dramas always have bad women. In this world, there are both good and bad women and men. If you look at it too seriously, it might spoil the fun. Dramas are mainly for entertainment. Just apply useful things to real life.
Many dramas these days tend to imitate each other. Just changing the character's role or adjusting the script a little makes it seem like a new story. Dark dramas like "The Double" were one of the first to be completely dark. Then there were so many more of this type that sometimes it makes you feel bored because it seems like they only changed the characters and script.
But why do viewers still like this type of drama? Because people like to watch stories that have jealousy, darkness, emotional excitement, and revenge, which make the story intense and interesting. This is the reason why this type of drama is still popular and there is continuous investment in it. Finally, I would like everyone to enjoy watching dramas. It is normal for humans to have different opinions when consuming media or watching dramas. Some people like this heroine, some like that hero, or some people may like or dislike the story, depending on their taste.
The important thing is to watch dramas for entertainment and enjoy watching them. Don't let conflicts or disagreements make you suffer. Because in the end, drama is just a fictional story created to make us relax and have fun. Learn to live and die. 🙏
Rebirth/revenge dramas are in trend now so we'll see them often though I quite enjoyed this one. Especially the…
Oh my god! Then we really have different opinions. For me, "Love Like the Galaxy" is not as dark as "The Double", especially the heroine of "The Double" who is quite evil. Personally, I don't want to compare them because each story is good in its own way. If we are going to give credit to "Love Like the Galaxy", we must also give credit to the old dramas because there have been many stories like this. Just change the characters or adjust the script a little bit and the story can be different. The Double is an intense drama with a complicated plot. The heroine encounters a difficult situation, is betrayed, is hurt, and has to rise up to take revenge. Love Like the Galaxy is a romantic drama with fun and comedy. The heroine is smart and charming in her own way. Both stories are good in different ways. There is no need to compare them strictly.
Because the first part was already perfect.
We must admit that the industry is highly competitive. To assess the situation, we should look beyond the surface. I believe that most Chinese actors have immense potential and talent. It's not just the few we know, but many have unfortunately accepted roles that limit or diminish their abilities.
Ultimately, this problem may not be the actors' fault directly. Rather, it may reflect a systemic problem where producers and scriptwriters prioritize quantity and speed over sustainable content development. "Look a little deeper, not just superficially."
The problems are:
1. Massive production volumes, but inconsistent quality: Massive productions, yet the plots are so similar that viewers feel "at first glance, they all look the same."
2. Repetitive plot structure: Using the same formulaic tropes, such as love triangles, villains jealous of the heroine, and perfect heroes, lacks originality.
3. Unbalanced scripts and acting skills: Good actors may be "diminished" by being given rigidly written scripts with no depth to express themselves.
4. Producers may focus on speed and buzz, instead of focusing on developing quality scripts and content.
Looking at the overall drama industry today, scripts of this level of freshness and quality are rare. If we look at ten dramas, only one or two might stand out and be different. The rest often have similar, repetitive plots. This situation prevents some actors' true image or potential from being fully revealed.
I never blame the actors. They have to work and earn a living. Taking on less challenging roles is understandable in this highly competitive environment. In my view, the main problem lies with the producers, who often focus on quantity and revenue, sometimes neglecting the development of quality and variety of content. If this balance can be restored, I believe the industry could develop even further.
It will make people bored.
I'm very concerned about this.
I believe that the male and female leads in many dramas already possess excellent acting skills. However, if their roles are repetitive and uninteresting, the overall production may be underwhelming, leading to some dramas receiving disappointingly low ratings.
A comparison would be similar to the situation in the Hong Kong film industry in the 1990s. Productions were plentiful but lacked variety, ultimately leading to monotonous and boring stories for viewers.
Therefore, I believe that if in the next 3-4 years the industry continues to focus on producing large quantities of content without prioritizing the quality of the scripts, it could lead to repetition and boredom for viewers. The Hong Kong film industry could serve as a good example for us to consider.
This is just my personal opinion, shared out of concern and goodwill for our entertainment industry. I apologize if any of my words are inappropriate.
A great philosopher once said, "He who does not know is not guilty."
I'm so grateful you told me, and now I've learned.
I think it sounds similar to the drama Blood River that's currently airing. Or am I just hearing things? Especially the flute and trumpet sounds. Does anyone else hear the same sounds as me?
Maybe it's because we've seen so many dramas like this, so we feel that if they're repetitive, sometimes we lose the emotion. More importantly, the plot doesn't have anything exciting or different from other dramas in the same genre.
I personally think that if the producers reduced the number of productions and focused on developing the script to have more dimensions (perhaps 1-2 quality dramas per year), it would help the work have a more unique and memorable identity than the current fast-paced but repetitive formula.
Yesterday is still sweet "Smile on the day the orange is not sweet" Some days... we peel an orange with hope, hoping for a sweet and refreshing taste to comfort our tired heart. But when we take the first bite, it is sour and bitter. Sometimes... life is like that. We try hard, we endure hard, but the result is not as we expected. What should we do? Will we be angry at the orange or blame fate? Will we stop eating oranges for the rest of our life for fear of being disappointed again? Or... will we smile at the sourness and learn that at least it gives us Vitamin C. Some days, life just needs us to smile, not because everything is good, but because we still have the energy to smile on those days when it's not good. The orange may not be sweet, but it's still fresh. Today may not be good, but we still have tomorrow. Today, the orange is not sweet, but we can still smile. Smile on the day the orange is not sweet.
Many dramas these days tend to imitate each other. Just changing the character's role or adjusting the script a little makes it seem like a new story. Dark dramas like "The Double" were one of the first to be completely dark. Then there were so many more of this type that sometimes it makes you feel bored because it seems like they only changed the characters and script.
But why do viewers still like this type of drama? Because people like to watch stories that have jealousy, darkness, emotional excitement, and revenge, which make the story intense and interesting. This is the reason why this type of drama is still popular and there is continuous investment in it. Finally, I would like everyone to enjoy watching dramas. It is normal for humans to have different opinions when consuming media or watching dramas. Some people like this heroine, some like that hero, or some people may like or dislike the story, depending on their taste.
The important thing is to watch dramas for entertainment and enjoy watching them. Don't let conflicts or disagreements make you suffer. Because in the end, drama is just a fictional story created to make us relax and have fun. Learn to live and die. 🙏
The Double is an intense drama with a complicated plot. The heroine encounters a difficult situation, is betrayed, is hurt, and has to rise up to take revenge.
Love Like the Galaxy is a romantic drama with fun and comedy. The heroine is smart and charming in her own way.
Both stories are good in different ways. There is no need to compare them strictly.