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A film that narrates every scene out loud… I no longer needed my brain to draw my own conclusions, so I turned it off (a very rare exception).
And lo and behold, a tomato flies across the room, hurled by a fan of the shared 8.6 rating. ;))

That doesn't stop me from continuing to watch to see this visual beauty.

They talk and talk just to explain the plot, like a built-in audio guide. Did you notice how every actor is desperately trying to make sure we understand what’s happening on screen? The only thing I’m happy about is that, at least, the actors clearly understand the story themselves (I Hope sooo)… Because these aren’t really dialogues — it’s the plot summary being read out loud by very attractive people

/EP17
Don’t throw tomatoes at me, but can someone explain the hype around this drama? If it’s just two incredibly good-looking actors/actresses plus beautiful costumes, fine. .. unless you’re wide awake and just admiring the stars’ beauty and the ending music

I think this isn’t a series for a wide audience; it’s quite heavy to watch, but it’s good and the couple acts wonderfully

I found her quite well suited to her role in Youthful Glory — a bit lively and sparkling. I’d say she’s clearly improving, and based on the trailer excerpts alone, this might turn out to be her best role so far.

However, compared to Yi Ran, I wouldn’t say she has the same level of talent or technical skill. We’ll see how it goes — fingers crossed.

I wouldn’t classify him as an idol actor at all. Beyond that, his attitude as a public figure is quite discreet — at least, that’s the impression he gives. Isn’t it?

He is perfect in series such as "Reborn", "Twelve Letters", and "When I Fly Towards You". His acting is remarkably mature and serious, with a nuanced, introverted style.
These are projects truly worth watching, led by talented directors and supported by strong co-stars — (like in "Reborn", where Zhang Jingyi, in my opinion, also stands out as one of the most talented young actresses of her generation, on the same level as him..)

On top of that, these are rare projects with genuinely solid screenwriting — something I don’t often come across.

Painfully true, this reality — "that even what is explicitly shown is not understood by some people...."
Sometimes, even writing something clearly is not enough to make our true intention understood. :)
But I also often read comments from sensitive, perceptive people, and for that I’m grateful. I enjoy seeing other analyses as well, opinions different from my own, especially when they invite me to reflect. I’ve also had very pleasant experiences where the discussions were far more enriching than the series itself lol

I completely agree with you. In our time, we no longer watch attentively, nor do we read attentively. We consume works hastily, sometimes even at 2× speed. Yet, like any form of art, a work can be read on multiple levels, through several layers of meaning.

This is also why, when we compare contemporary content with the great cinematic traditions of the world — by which I mean major works — so much in art is not stated explicitly. It is left to the viewer’s interpretation, free to draw their own conclusions, extract ideas, and fill in the silences.

By contrast, in Netflix-style series, everything is pre-digested: the message is stated, shown, and underlined in a very explicit way so that it can be understood immediately. As a result, many people no longer have the habit — or the desire — to look at the same image from another angle.

I Love your analyse thank you!
Regarding SML
I often tell myself, for example, that the simple fact that he slapped the FL shows that the writer, at that precise moment, has already made their choice. This gesture is not insignificant: it clearly indicates to the viewer (often one who is too lazy to think, or who watches superficially out of fear of engaging more deeply) who must be discarded. The ML, on the other hand, would never have raised his hand — no matter who he truly is as a character; if he is the ML, then this gesture simply cannot exist. And that’s how it is. In contemporary cinematic works, especially when they aim to be politically correct and acceptable to a broad audience, this kind of decision is almost mechanical. I understand it.

What I mean is that a character who is initially complex and multifaceted is, by the middle of the narrative, condemned to his role as the SML: he is forced to drift toward something darker, more sordid — one single facet of himself. Not because this is necessary for his inner development, but because the audience must be reassured: no doubt must remain. The ML has to appear as the legitimate suitor, morally irreproachable.

From that point on, two options present themselves for this sacrificed character. Either he remains the villain until the very end — a villain, purely and simply — frozen in that role. Or he is granted a so-called “redemption arc” — meaning: he dies. And this death, too, is politically correct. The ultimate sacrifice becomes the only acceptable and unanimously agreed-upon way, by a broad audience, to atone for his past sins and finally become a “good man.”

Thank you!!

Thank you for your reply. Indeed, I was absolutely not saying that I would like to see a jerk or a mean guy as the lead — quite the opposite (you understood me well 😉).
What I meant was that I don’t always want to see purely black-and-white heroes, but rather more complex and deeper characters — stories that really explore complex personalities and themes in greater depth. Complexity is very human and much more interesting to watch and reflect on than someone who is either perfect or purely evil (which feels less “human”). And very often, that’s mostly what we get in dramas.
I was also saying that the social context that was mentioned was really interesting and deserved to be brought to the forefront

In fiction, such as cinema, we don’t always have endless opportunities to take our time building the idea of a character from the start. Regarding her position and job, if she was in a precarious situation and didn’t want to take risks, ML, on the other hand, took risks by bringing the baby with him, even though the situation was also fragile (especially since she was a photographer he had admired for a long time). I’m not judging anyone; I’m simply making observations.

agree !!

thks

I’m counting the days for this series — it looks absolutely fantastic!! For me, he’s the most talented Chinese actor of the young generation… He has an amazing sense for choosing great projects. The actress, even if she’s less deep than him, is still very likeable in my opinion, and the rest of the cast is interesting as well. Plus, great directors overall.
Yi Ran is on my list of the best actors : https://kisskh.at/list/LQybAzwL :)))))

ml In the end, he will really go all in and modify his house to welcome the whole family. It will go from a bachelor house to a family home

What I found particularly problematic was her last-minute no-show, which clearly highlights her unreliability. This stands in sharp contrast to the male lead, who is consistently reliable: if he agrees to do something, he does it; otherwise, he doesn’t take on the responsibility at all. While these situations can happen, she still had the option to be honest with her boss and take action—especially given that it was an important moment for the boy’s career.

Take, right from the start, the fact that she obtains custody of a child relatively easily, without any real justification in court regarding her financial or logistical ability to provide for that child.
Because having a child is one thing.
Being granted custody of a child is something entirely different.

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