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Nigeria
A Good Drama That Leaves a Lasting Impression
This is a good drama that delivers an emotional and thought-provoking experience. The performances of Huo Ming Hao as Tian Yao and Zhou Ye as Yan Hui are noteworthy, showcasing great on-screen chemistry between the leads.Zhou Ye brings her signature perky cheekiness, courage, and loyalty to the character of Yan Hui, reminiscent of her performance in "Word of Honour." While her relative inexperience as a main lead occasionally results in moments of over-acting, overall, she does a commendable job in the role.
Huo Ming Hao shines as Tian Yao, portraying a protagonist who has experienced deep love, brutal betrayal, and emotional scars. His portrayal demonstrates remarkable control as an actor, effectively conveying the complexities of the character. This role has the potential to expand his fan base and further his acting career.
"Back From the Brick" successfully explores themes of resilience, redemption, and the power of forgiveness. It offers a well-crafted narrative that keeps viewers engaged throughout. The drama is visually appealing, with excellent production values showcased through cinematography, costume design, and set detailing.
In conclusion, "Back From the Brick" is a captivating Chinese drama that excels in its performances and storytelling. While minor flaws exist, such as occasional over-acting, they do not overshadow the overall quality of the series. This emotionally charged drama, combined with its exploration of meaningful themes, is a must-watch for fans of the genre.
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Worth Watching Drama
Phenomenal. Every episode gave me chills. this is always the sort of dark realism thriller i crave and ones that only chinese or japanese dramas can give me. my mistake was not watching this sooner. it's been on my ptw for ages and now that i've finished i can say it absolutely deserves the praise it receives.Although i'm still dissecting the ending, i'm still in shock (and awe) about the journey getting here. the use of complex characters blurring the line between "good" and "bad" is memorable in of itself. i don't want to say he was my "favorite" character, but dong sheng was the most interesting for me. playing the role of the mirror anti-villain, there were times when i found myself sympathizing with him, much to my own surprise. even better was Chaoyang. although, i'll leave that up to everyone else to make their own interpretations about him. the interlacing of different families was done fantastically and the stakes only grew and grew as the episodes progressed. whenever it was playing my eyes wouldn't be able to look away. it's THAT incredible.
my rating is bridged between a 9.5 or a 10. let it all sink in more first
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A great Drama that worth your time to Watch!
This drama is a yes! This show could go on for seasons if they wanted it. It promises and delivers so much more to the viewers all the way until the last second. I knew the truth, we all knew but the fact they didn't tell the main lead is honestly the best part. They keep us interested all the way until the ending and I honestly I didn't want him to know - yet.The bromance was the best part honestly. Zhao and Jian are the cutest. Ming is a first class biatch but I have to respect her. She did good as a villain.
I didn't really feel the romance from the leads. The chemistry was there but it was so passive. I mean the female lead is so badass and Jian is so brave and smart that their romance should have been bolder instead of all the corny moments.
A sleeping kiss is all we get.
The actors really delivered in their roles. I want more.
The tub scene was fine because indeed there were many failed attempts on his life and he was banking on / secure in the knowledge that he/they will be safe because Shi Qi had called upon the trump card Bai with the rescue signal flare so they'll be OK.
The weak point for me was why when Wang (the spoiled brat/ plastic surgery young guy/ aging to long gray hair clan head) first saw Jiang, did not show any reaction at all, no surprise or fear or recognition and even promised to tell him the truth!
I liked it how it ends, i am amazed how they twisted the story telling at the ends.though there is no secret reveal.. but in this series made me convince that there are some that remain as secret forever .it didn't leave any chest pain..::) but hoping that there is a season 2 coming.. thanks for sharing here...Cheers!
Rewatch is highly recommended.
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