I've not really been a fan of Chinese Movie. I saw it on Netflix, added it to my to-watch list for weeks. Just about a month àgo I decided to give it a try, wooow! It blew me off my feet. From the cast to the storyline, the twists and all. The producer and script writer did a great job. Costume was on point, depicting the roleand status of each character. There was a very clear and intense consistency in the episodes and the story line.
The cast
Director Ling was great acting out his role. His romantic gestures, business intelligence and ability to plan with enviable attention to details were admirable. His ability to stay calm in turbulence, relationship with friends, strict attitude towards business shows he’s a reliable character in the drama. It wasn’t surprising Xia Lin fell in love easily with him.
Xia Lin, I just loved this character. She was amazing. From the set out to the last end, she was simply amazing. I realized she hasn’t been in the Industry for long but she did a great job. Her character as an innocent young lady doing everything positive to make sure she succeeds in her acting career. Her eventual meeting with rich director Ling did not sway her focus from her dreams. She continued to concentrate on her dreams and indeed her dreams came to pass. She was able to help her husband reconcile with his mother with whom there is a long hatred. She’s such a forgiven character, humble and adheres to thoughtful advice. She easily trust people, though she’s smart, due to her trust in people, most of of connections took her for granted, but she triumphed at the end of the day.
Despite the wrongdoings of her husband, deceiving her into marriage, she 3nded up loving him unconditionally and stayed committed in the marriage.
Chu Yan, to me, was an interesting character. He had so much fun in this movie. His loyalty towards his friend Ling was amazing to the extent people thiught I’d them as couple. Chu helped Ling and Xia’s relationship to a great extent. Such a friend is rare to find. Though he had his own family issues, he did not allow it to affect his career. However, his eventual reconciliation with his father(with the help of Ling) and taking over the family business was a great twist in the drama.
Fei Fei and Wei, oops. These characters were funny but trust worthy. Fei was more than family to Xia Lin. Her support for Xia was unprecedented. She was with her through all the events. She’s not a friend to give advice amiss but mostly will watch Xia Ling to come to her own conclusion. She indeed supported her through it all. Wei as an indispensable assistant to Ling did his job applying all work ethics and loyalty as much as possible. I admired him a lot.
Script
I will applaud the script writer. The story was simple but eventful. I agree that the twist of events on how Ling manipulated Xia wasn’t good. But I still believe the lessons it teaches. Love covers all wrongs. Xia Lin was able to forgive Mr Ling because she believed in the love they shared. She realizes how much Mr. Ling loved her and what he’s ready to give up for her.
The drama has a lot to offer in terms of lessons. It teaches forgiveness, loyalty, love, family, determination commitment, friendship, responsibility and marriage. I just didn’t like the gay aspect though it was proved wrongly.
Rewatch
I've watched it for more 3 times. I can't just let it go.
I will always recommend it