I really like the actress. Sheās not too pretty, tomboyish yet really feminine. She had a charismatic screen presence. And a lovely smile (mischievous, pleasant, but genuine).
I also really liked the main characterās resolve and conviction. Very relatable. She was unassuming at first, but surprises you.
In a way, I really feel like veteran actress Kim Sun-a or veteran actress Jeon Do-yeon wouldāve starred in this movie when they were younger. Anywho, I made some recs that have a similar theme or premise as this movie.
Iād definitely recommend. Ending is satisfying and happy enough, and some parts of the movie made me legit cry.
The theme reminds me of this quote from a favorite movie of mine:
"Being a beacon of hope for lesser people is a lonely business."
Aw, heās so handsome. I am currently watching Revenge of Others, and he really caught my eye. Especially when I think he shares a bit of a resemblance with Monsta Xās I.M. Itās uncanny really, especially when you see him from different angles. I hope he gets a lead soon.
Good points. For myself, since I saw this first, this is the measure that I judge both versions. I like that here…
The Chinese adaptation has more romance. The Korean adaptation has better background (explanations are given for plot points that went unexplained in the Chinese adaptation).
The stories are the same in terms of premise, but the focus isnāt the same. For instance, in the Korean drama, the romance is an afterthought. In the Chinese drama, itās definitely given more screen time. Thatās why the last episode is so lovely to me.
Regardless, I think it would actually be awesome if you watched both adaptations at the same time. Thatās what I did with the āBring it on, Ghost!ā drama. I watched both the Korean and Thai adaptions at the same time, and immediately understood which one was my favorite based on how the romance was executed. Whatever you decide, I think itāll be worth it.
The song (OST) by Sodagreen never gets old. Itās dreamy and nostalgic. I swear Taiwan has the best Chinese music.
Anyway, this was one of the first Chinese romance comedies I watched. Iāve watched it two times and enjoyed both times. This movie will continue to have a special place in my heart. The scene during/after credits are so cute.
I really wish I could watch this. But I donāt think itāll be happening too soon. Yet, one of the reasons I donāt think think itāll be seeing the light of day is because of what Cecilia said regarding Leslieās passing. They were both really close.
But I really like this story. Mario and Kim have great chemistry. The way they smile and laugh with each other seems very genuine. Iād imagine that during filming they joked and laughed an a lot, like good friends who go out and eat a lot or do livestreams together at 1 am, snacking and listening to music.
Very typical lakorn with overly dramatic story, exaggerated background music, drawn-out suspense and overuse of…
People/viewers kept complaining about the mother (character) and the actress who portrayed her; and some ultimately blamed the performer based on the fact that the actress had comeback from overseas and itād been a while, since the 90sāso, her acting chops were shaky. Yet, I believe the motherās role needed better writing, and a better actress probably wouldāve made it work superbly. Nothing against Trerak, but she was more fit for a comedy or something like Thong Ek: The Herbal Master.
I really enjoyed the timelessness of this movie. The leads were attractive, and the music was lovely. I believe Pom stayed behind, and if not, her father got Men and Mai to work for him. Theyāre both hard workers. (I watched this on iQiyi. A pleasant surprise).
BTW: I love the movie poster. In the movie all three characters were never in a scene together. Pom was never in a scene with both brothers (if barely). It was either Pom and Mai in one scene. Then Pom and Men in one scene. Which I mean to say, the movie poster/cover is sweet because I believe this was taken in the middle of a fun moment between the cast mates. This moment was never in the movie. So youthful.
I also really liked the main characterās resolve and conviction. Very relatable. She was unassuming at first, but surprises you.
In a way, I really feel like veteran actress Kim Sun-a or veteran actress Jeon Do-yeon wouldāve starred in this movie when they were younger. Anywho, I made some recs that have a similar theme or premise as this movie.
Iād definitely recommend. Ending is satisfying and happy enough, and some parts of the movie made me legit cry.
The theme reminds me of this quote from a favorite movie of mine:
"Being a beacon of hope for lesser people is a lonely business."
The stories are the same in terms of premise, but the focus isnāt the same. For instance, in the Korean drama, the romance is an afterthought. In the Chinese drama, itās definitely given more screen time. Thatās why the last episode is so lovely to me.
Regardless, I think it would actually be awesome if you watched both adaptations at the same time. Thatās what I did with the āBring it on, Ghost!ā drama. I watched both the Korean and Thai adaptions at the same time, and immediately understood which one was my favorite based on how the romance was executed. Whatever you decide, I think itāll be worth it.
Anyway, this was one of the first Chinese romance comedies I watched. Iāve watched it two times and enjoyed both times. This movie will continue to have a special place in my heart. The scene during/after credits are so cute.
But I really like this story. Mario and Kim have great chemistry. The way they smile and laugh with each other seems very genuine. Iād imagine that during filming they joked and laughed an a lot, like good friends who go out and eat a lot or do livestreams together at 1 am, snacking and listening to music.
BTW: I love the movie poster. In the movie all three characters were never in a scene together. Pom was never in a scene with both brothers (if barely). It was either Pom and Mai in one scene. Then Pom and Men in one scene. Which I mean to say, the movie poster/cover is sweet because I believe this was taken in the middle of a fun moment between the cast mates. This moment was never in the movie. So youthful.