5
Mature, Unique, Well-Written Workplace Drama
Used to be 9.5
Now: 9.75
Reason for change:
This drama changes my ideas about love in such a profound way, that I think about extremely often. I used to believe that I need to find the perfect guy in order for everything to "work". This has made a significant impact on my life in general.
This drama is a vibe. The clothes, interactions, music, romance. Wow. 👏🏽
Had to mention: The theme at the beginning of each episode is so iconic. It makes so much sense as the drama goes on. So does the name for this drama. It represents this drama soooo well.
You know, we've all seen work-place dramas. But this one, is revolutionary. Mature in a way that blows all the stupid ones away. Cough. Cute Programmer. Lucky's First Love. (Maybe) My Boss. My Little Happiness. (Maybe) The Love You Give Me. (Maybe) Hi Venus. Love is Sweet. Only for Love. Step by Step Love. Why Women Love. Here we Meet Again. You are My Secret. Cough. Damn, that's a lot to say in one breath.
Not to say those dramas are horrible (Some of my fav dramas are part of those), just that the workplace aspect wasn't realistic.
Story:
65% Female Lead. 35% Male Lead
-I love so many characters
-every character is *deeply* flawed
-every character makes mistakes
-very well written
-we saw the back stories of so many characters, effectively learning that 知人知面不知心 (Know a person, you know their face, but not their heart). Slowly we learned their face.
-They dealt with the issue 内卷 (rat race) in the workplace soooo well
-themes were well shown
-shows how life in unexpected
The relationship between Tang Ying and Lin Xin Zi (cousins) was so precious. Venting to each other about their *failing* love life just felt so real and relatable.
The relationship between Tang Ying and Wang Yu Su (boss-employee) was so supportive. Taught Tang Ying so many lessons. So healthy and inspiring.
Romance:
Tang Ying and Xu Zi Quan (main leads)
-gets healthier by each episode, love the communication
-the banter is crazy. The best I've seen (and I've watched You Are My Glory and Lighter and Princess sooo)
-both have baggage
-dealt with love rivals in such an amusing way
-I liked how they only did the cohabitation trope AFTER they got together (so it isn't stupid)
-I also appreciate that they couldn't just drop work to hang out. To add to that, although the ML was richer, that didn't mean he didn't have higher ups. He was also struggling in 内卷. That was so awesome. Them not being able to meet because of work is so real. Love this.
-They had difficulties that real life couples have. Love their communication.
Just btw, the romance gets 40% of the screen time, so if you're looking for 100% romance, then go elsewhere. The first few ep has a lot of work things, which was slight slow...
Lin Xin Zi and others
-loved how they showed a toxic relationship (yay for no romanization of red flags)
-genuinely scary and realistic
-learned that the person who you're looking for may not be the one
-loved how she ended up with a green flag
-I'm so happy for her.
Note~ Lots of people (on viki) said they didn't like her. If you are a woman hater, don't watch 🤷🏽♀️
Just wished we saw her and her green flag for a little longer.
Wish this whole drama was longer. Don't mind me, I don't want this drama to end 😭😭😭
Note after reading reviews:
Some people felt that the workplace aspect was boring. I acknowledge that we didn’t go too deep in the work itself. But we learned how it’s possible to basically sell bits of your souls to your work where you’re just a husk of who you once were. All the pressure isn’t healthy. Workplaces intrigue can be real if you have toxic colleagues. If you don’t find that interesting, maybe save this for a different time.
Acting:
-great chemistry between leads (kisses, intimacy. banter, the look in their eyes. All were great)
-I've seen Dai Yun Fan in so many roles. He slayed this one.
-clothes were so mature. They fit this genre and the vibe so well. So does the makeup. Love her lipstick. Her hair is meh.
-the cinematography. Was something alright. Really swoopy and not still. At first I found it weird, but I soon got used to it. It gets wiggly whenever something stressful happens or exciting. Yeah, that part was weird…
Music:
-so unique
-old, jazzy feeling (in a good way where it felt nostalgic)
-timings of the songs are of the same tier as When I Fly Towards You and Lighter and Princess
Favorites (but I liked all) were: 每天 and Us and Moment of Peace
Rewatch:
-totally would
Overall, Sooooo good. If you want something:
-slow burn
-great story telling
-important themes
-great chemistry
-intellectual
Watch!!!
Now: 9.75
Reason for change:
This drama changes my ideas about love in such a profound way, that I think about extremely often. I used to believe that I need to find the perfect guy in order for everything to "work". This has made a significant impact on my life in general.
This drama is a vibe. The clothes, interactions, music, romance. Wow. 👏🏽
Had to mention: The theme at the beginning of each episode is so iconic. It makes so much sense as the drama goes on. So does the name for this drama. It represents this drama soooo well.
You know, we've all seen work-place dramas. But this one, is revolutionary. Mature in a way that blows all the stupid ones away. Cough. Cute Programmer. Lucky's First Love. (Maybe) My Boss. My Little Happiness. (Maybe) The Love You Give Me. (Maybe) Hi Venus. Love is Sweet. Only for Love. Step by Step Love. Why Women Love. Here we Meet Again. You are My Secret. Cough. Damn, that's a lot to say in one breath.
Not to say those dramas are horrible (Some of my fav dramas are part of those), just that the workplace aspect wasn't realistic.
Story:
65% Female Lead. 35% Male Lead
-I love so many characters
-every character is *deeply* flawed
-every character makes mistakes
-very well written
-we saw the back stories of so many characters, effectively learning that 知人知面不知心 (Know a person, you know their face, but not their heart). Slowly we learned their face.
-They dealt with the issue 内卷 (rat race) in the workplace soooo well
-themes were well shown
-shows how life in unexpected
The relationship between Tang Ying and Lin Xin Zi (cousins) was so precious. Venting to each other about their *failing* love life just felt so real and relatable.
The relationship between Tang Ying and Wang Yu Su (boss-employee) was so supportive. Taught Tang Ying so many lessons. So healthy and inspiring.
Romance:
Tang Ying and Xu Zi Quan (main leads)
-gets healthier by each episode, love the communication
-the banter is crazy. The best I've seen (and I've watched You Are My Glory and Lighter and Princess sooo)
-both have baggage
-dealt with love rivals in such an amusing way
-I liked how they only did the cohabitation trope AFTER they got together (so it isn't stupid)
-I also appreciate that they couldn't just drop work to hang out. To add to that, although the ML was richer, that didn't mean he didn't have higher ups. He was also struggling in 内卷. That was so awesome. Them not being able to meet because of work is so real. Love this.
-They had difficulties that real life couples have. Love their communication.
Just btw, the romance gets 40% of the screen time, so if you're looking for 100% romance, then go elsewhere. The first few ep has a lot of work things, which was slight slow...
Lin Xin Zi and others
-loved how they showed a toxic relationship (yay for no romanization of red flags)
-genuinely scary and realistic
-learned that the person who you're looking for may not be the one
-loved how she ended up with a green flag
-I'm so happy for her.
Note~ Lots of people (on viki) said they didn't like her. If you are a woman hater, don't watch 🤷🏽♀️
Just wished we saw her and her green flag for a little longer.
Wish this whole drama was longer. Don't mind me, I don't want this drama to end 😭😭😭
Note after reading reviews:
Some people felt that the workplace aspect was boring. I acknowledge that we didn’t go too deep in the work itself. But we learned how it’s possible to basically sell bits of your souls to your work where you’re just a husk of who you once were. All the pressure isn’t healthy. Workplaces intrigue can be real if you have toxic colleagues. If you don’t find that interesting, maybe save this for a different time.
Acting:
-great chemistry between leads (kisses, intimacy. banter, the look in their eyes. All were great)
-I've seen Dai Yun Fan in so many roles. He slayed this one.
-clothes were so mature. They fit this genre and the vibe so well. So does the makeup. Love her lipstick. Her hair is meh.
-the cinematography. Was something alright. Really swoopy and not still. At first I found it weird, but I soon got used to it. It gets wiggly whenever something stressful happens or exciting. Yeah, that part was weird…
Music:
-so unique
-old, jazzy feeling (in a good way where it felt nostalgic)
-timings of the songs are of the same tier as When I Fly Towards You and Lighter and Princess
Favorites (but I liked all) were: 每天 and Us and Moment of Peace
Rewatch:
-totally would
Overall, Sooooo good. If you want something:
-slow burn
-great story telling
-important themes
-great chemistry
-intellectual
Watch!!!
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