I think this movie was going more for the feeling of being in this so-called privileged position of power as a popular actress, rather than a film with an actual storyline. This film has become more relevant in light of Zhao Lusi's exiting her contract early with the company that signed her and also in light of Taylor Swift's not being able to buy the masters of her own songs from the record company and both having to come up with innovative ways to hold those powerful men and companies to account.
Pretty good writing and acting. The chemistry wasn't particularly believable for me. And I know this is a C-drama not reality but still, I have 2 bones to pick. 1. Not believable that Li Landi needs help in the beauty department. 2. Tetrachromacy can only occur in women! I did love the exploration of various perceptions of a particular situation or someone's being dependent on our own view of ourselves and others and therefore how misunderstandings can occur.
I would say that Ode to Joy (1+2) are slice of life dramas with female leads as well. But the feminist ideas in that series are definitely more backward than this film. I found that series very enjoyable though even though it was made close to a decade ago. Delicious romance 爱很美味 (there's a series and then a film) is also a strong contender if you like this genre.
If anyone works out where to view this from UK, with subs, let me knowThere's a CNN review here https://edition.cnn.com/2024/12/22/china/china-her-story-movie-barbie-intl-hnk/index.html#:~:text=Beyond%20its%20fresh%2C%20female%2Dled,reporting%20the%20misdemeanors%20of%20others.
Garden Cinema in London is doing its last showing in 2 days.
I did love the exploration of various perceptions of a particular situation or someone's being dependent on our own view of ourselves and others and therefore how misunderstandings can occur.
Delicious romance 爱很美味 (there's a series and then a film) is also a strong contender if you like this genre.