Wait, My Youth (2019)

To Youth!

Overbreak and the course of quarantine, I ran out of reasons to not watch this Chinese drama. I am writing this review for myself and for all the people that might be hesitant to watch this in the present or possible future.

I personally think that this drama did a wonderful job of capturing the youth and a more realistic representation of relationships (though it is still drama so there will be some unrealistic standards). The story touches on all the worries students have regarding the future and the possible hurdles in a relationship. In that sense, the story is amazing. I do think there were some storylines or scenes that should have been added in or cut from the drama as it sometimes made no sense. They did a great job of showcasing the change in relationships, bonds, and emotions that humans are bound to go through. The idea that all good things must come to an end (broadcast/radio club ;-;) really shined throughout.

The acting was interesting. Everyone did a good job in my opinion. I didn't really mind the acting aside from the occasionally forced emotions and awkward interactions the female lead has. Other than that, I never really had a problem with the acting. Of course, that also means I wasn't particularly amazed by any of it either. Though, I do think the two main male leads did a great job of bringing their characters to life.

As for the OST, I liked a few but most of the others didn't really stick. I actually liked the piano pieces more than the actual tracks playing at times. Regardless, I think the OST was pleasant and I would look it up to independent from the drama to listen again. This is actually one of the first times that I didn't particularly enjoy the entire OST soundtrack but rather a select few. I do enjoy the throwback to amazing artists of the 2000s though. :)

As for rewatching, this was a 10. I think the refreshing storyline (while being a bit generic) was also new. The main female lead went through that confusing love experience and her feelings were more realistic than I thought. Her feelings weren't forever either, they changed and often stood independent from the story. It was a very lighthearted drama that is a good mood changer when you just want something light and not watches dramatic car accidents every other episode.
So far, there have been no spoilers...so you can stop reading now because I am moving on to spoiler territory which is basically my way of coping with the plot.

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I actually found out after finishing that most preferred the main ship. I learned at that moment that second lead syndrome will always exist and that the terrible lesson of timing in love is still very relevant/true. I actually really liked Lin Jia Ze and was rooting for him. Maybe it was because I had this gut feeling that it wouldn't be the endgame but my heart was continuously on his side. I have been watching more Korean dramas and in most dramas in general, the second lead is always mean or does some evil thing when trying to win the individual's love. Lin Jia Ze was just too nice. I don't know how else to say it. He didn't give her up, stayed friends with both of them, took chances while still knowing that it wouldn't work, and truly accepted the ending. The Harry Potter Obliviate moments :/ His eyes just become so sad sometimes AHHH. If I was to reason his downfall, it is because he was too cautious and cared too much about his relationship with others. The timing really sucked :( The main lead is great too but lmao it kind of just sucks you know. You can't explain these kinds of things.
Like reply, timing is important and time wasn't on his side. I sometimes get frustrated when I watch because if the character had just done this sooner or known this sooner, things would be different but life isn't like that. Sometimes I forget that I would do the same thing as them and as unfortunate as it is, it happens. I don't blame him for not knowing because Lin Jia Ze thought she liked his friend all that time and he was his best friend so I don't see him doing anything about it. I think the main lead choose correctly and according to her heart. You can't expect every kind person to get the girl, sadly not how love works. They missed each other and it is a shame. Actually kinda reminds me of Boys over Flower. The plot kinda flowed in a similar way.

Well, I am going to end it there. Happy everyone got an ending of sorts and glad I finally ran out of excuses to not watch this. This is to hoping that this did the same for you and got you started.

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please, this is only enjoyable if you enjoy cheesey romanic male leads

peronally i love cheesy romances and main men. the main male lead is so "bad boy with a soft stop" and thats about it. The mfl is incredibly bland but shes just deep enough so you can project yourself onto her, and imagine yourseld with the main guy instead of the two mains being together. the sml while being one of the better ones in cdramas, still kinda bothered me but it was personal. theres two other couples. the first is genunily a cute little enemies to lovers moment. its not special but its entertaining a cute, the third couple though...i personally hate age gap/ teacherxstudent relationships. they make me uncomfortable so. i skip their parts. over all its just a silly little FICTIONAL romance.

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Let me start this review with a few of my favourite quotes from the drama that has left an impression on me
"Everytime I cried, I run again with a smile
I keep searching while losing ~milk coffee 'Hello Tomorrow '"
"I wish to fly up to the sky,stand shoulder to shoulder with the sun
The world is waiting for me to change~ Rodger yang 'I believe'"
"My dear,no matter what moment you are in, when you look back it has come to pass,
So be brave and take a leap forward."
"Perhaps, what fascinates you is not youth itself,but everything that has appeared in a short time and the glittering memory that will remain in our hearts forever."

This show has so many life lessons to offer, it shows struggles faced by the youth,perfectly. The first maybe 16 or 17 episodes this show really really had the potential to be a whole 10.

It shows the life of these 5 friends all the way from 10th grade to 28 year olds. The story of thier friendship is so touching, I loved all the characters and especially that there are no antagonists in this show, no bad characters at all,they all have depth and are well written, the dialogues for the most are extremely well written, the story upto a certain part was also really really good. The female lead is a linguistics student which gave the writer an opportunity to include so many deep thoughts and quotes of different people. The lyrics the female lead writes and everything she reads out and thinks about are deep and extremely beautiful which makes the story so nostalgic, you'll start to miss your school days or College days and definitely will bring a smile to your face!
A few episodes towards the end started to get a little annoying, still you could say it had a realness towards it.The last few episodes was a bit too much though,there were many cliches and I was a little frustrated! I still enjoyed the show very much. It deserves more views! Definitely a story many will enjoy.

Acting was lacking in some places, I couldn't feel many emotions and didn't even cry (I tend to cry alot haha)! All actors were mediocre nothing stood out to make me connect super well.

The music that was played in the show was really good,i mean the ones that the leads perform or the female lead wrote had extremely beautiful meaning and catchy tune to it! The osts were really good too!
The bgm of the piano which was put in all scenes was so annoying I wanted to mute it, like no matter what the emotions, they used the piano or wierd orchestra sounds...it was bad.

If you're looking for a light show with a burst of nostalgia this show is definitely for you!

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Um drama escolar bem leve e descontraído, gostei por fugir do clichê repetitivo: "menino rico e poderoso se apaixonando por uma mocinha pobre e fraca". Eu diria que em termos de poder econômico e familias influentes, ambos estão no mesmo patamar social, já que nenhum dos dois é ridiculamente rico. E, aquele tipo de dificuldade de familias se opondo ao namoro dos dois não existe aqui o que me agradou muito.

Outro ponto alto nessa historia é a ausência de mães ou madrastas maquiavélicas aparecendo toda hora para atrapalhar o romance do casal. E preciso dizer que acertei no ship desde o início e achei o casal fofissimo.

Tivemos um foco muito interessante na amizade desse grupo de jovens desde a escola até depois da formatura na faculdade quando começaram a enfrentar as dificuldades da vida adulta e do mercado de trabalho para que pudessem finalmente exercer suas profissões.

Além disso, o final desse Cdrama foi bem completinho, eu realmente fiquei satisfeita com o desfecho e feliz por ter assistido: Minha Juventude!

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Sem grandes reviravoltas e complicações a história se desenvolve de forma natural, sem forçação de barra e desencontros longos. O desenrolar da trama é simples e envolvente, o roteiro descomplicado e as boas atuações me mantiveram entretida até o final, a química convincente entre os personagens com toda certeza foi um plus que me fez ficar ansiosa pelos próximos episódios.

Não deixe de lado este C-Drama se você gosta de dramas escolares e está à procura de uma história descomplicada.

- Altamente recomendável, super assistível, gostei!

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Es un drama liviano y entretenido mas que nada los capítulos de la etapa escolar . Me gustaron los personajes de Su Can Can y Lan tian Ye , pero el segundo es discordia Lin Jia ze fue muy flojo, soso y no aportaba mucho a la trama . El único problema que vi fue el paso del tiempo en la universidad y cuando están trabajando no se nota en que año van o cuantos ha pasado y cuando creí que llevaban como 10 años eran solo 7 .

La música no es una que me haga querer escucharla .
La Historia es típica se llevan mal , se enamoran , drama ,amor no correspondido etc, algo así como A love so beautiful .

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Esse drama estava na minha lista há algum tempo, eu sempre me interessei pela sinopse só não estava tão animada para ver pois achei que teria um enredo totalmente chicle com a historia de estudantes esnobes, triângulos amorosos não muito desenvolvidos e envolvimento das famílias nas decisões dos personagens.
Mas pelo contrario do que esperava não teve nada disso, ele realmente me surpreendeu! Eu me senti totalmente presa desde o primeiro episodio, o jeito que eu fui cativada pelos personagens e pelas historias individuais de cada um era algo que eu não esperava mesmo.
Eu enrolei um pouco para assistir pois queria aproveitar cada precioso minuto, as Osts são ótimas e eu amei o jeito como elas se encaixaram na historia.
Sendo sincera eu chorei bastante nesse drama, principalmente no ultimo episodio. Eu começava a chorar quando percebia que os personagens estavam conseguindo o que queriam para o futuro deles e ao perceber o tanto que a amizade deles se intensificou ao longo do tempo.
Eu recomendo muito para você que adora um clichê mas sem muitas reviravoltas, um clichê de triangulo amoroso super fofinho para passar o tempo e acompanhar a historia de vida desse amigos!❤✨

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Si sos de la época 90's 00's este drama por algún lado te pega. La historia no es original pero no quita que haya estado buena. Los capítulos cortos hicieron que la historia sea más fluida y amigable con el tiempo. Que bello rememorar esas épocas de las cartitas de amor, la juventud, el colegio, nuestros amigos, dónde te juntabas hablar con ellos, sin distracciones, sin redes sociales de por medio.

Pros:
- Realidad en la historia, no todo es tan blanco y negro como en otras clásicas del género.
- Perfecta para esta cuarentena. Es una serie llevadera.
- La calidez y ternura de la historia y los personajes.
- Destacable el uso de proverbios relacionados al capítulo. Dejan una agradable enseñanza.

Contras:
- Cuestionable la actuación de la protagonista.

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