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I read that the Double is the second drama in history to be bought by Disney and Netflix (two rivals) at the same time and is a global hit. It also broke the record for Yoku, most ads in a single episode and most ads for a drama so far in 2024. Many ancient idol dramas have contempt in China but not abroad, overseas it is viewed as Chinese style, an “export of aesthetics” of cultural beauty, artistic sensibilities, and Chinese storytelling.

Both Yanxi and The Double has made Yu Zheng a lot of money and both dramas starred Wu Jin Yan. What an amazing comeback for WJY. I read on Douban she went for martial arts training, perhaps for a future role?

absolutely

When a good character dies heroically in a story, it creates a strong emotional impact and makes the moment more memorable. It’s like a powerful scene that stays with us long after the drama ends. When good characters never face any danger or never die, the story can become predictable and less exciting. The element of risk and sacrifice adds depth and keeps us engaged.

I think the beginning was so incredulous, got people hooked and so fast paced, it moved the audience along, but seems the audience prefer an ending grounded in realism, not abstract art.

While many viewers question the logic of the drama’s ending, incredulous that the Duke could have survived the war, I find it interesting that no one seems to question how XFF managed to survive being buried alive at the start of the story. From the outset, it was clear that this storytelling would involve elements of jaw-dropping shock, mesmerizing wonder, and awe-inspiring feats, defying conventional logic. If you want to be entertained, you cannot overanalyze it. The drama has moments of fairytale wonder, implausibility, insurmountable odds, and triumphant resilience—extraordinary feats that challenge the boundaries of possibility.
Also, the eerie and unsettling tone of the drama’s opening scenes serves as a foreboding prelude to the sadistic and intense storytelling that lie ahead. Clearly the audience was warned at the outset of the drama's unconventional storytelling. It’s as if the opening scenes whispered, “Buckle up, for this journey will defy expectations.” The juxtaposition of jaw-dropping feats (extraordinary) and eerie undertones (unsettling) keeps the audience on the edge of their seats, ready for the unexpected twists and turns.

the director is now getting a lot of criticisms now that The Double has finished airing

I thought i was very clear what happened

it is interesting to me reading so many complaints about this drama, yet the rating is so high.

poor Xu Kai, he endured so many permanent injuries on the set of Court Lady
the female lead was indeed boring

I wonder how much is due to producer YZ and how much is due to the new director.

He's a ruthless businessman.

On Douban Yu Zheng is referred to as a crook

It is general knowledge that Yu Zheng does not care about his actors

I believe Yu Zheng would purposely do this.

to give a sense of awe and mystery

The director for Winter Begonia also directed Arsenal Military Academy and The Story of Yanxi Palace, all successful dramas.

The actress pictured is Wu Jinyan. She was brilliant in Arsenal Military Academy which was a Republican era drama. She played Jiang Li's brother's girlfriend in this drama, The Double.

I doubt WJY and WXY will pair up again.

Yong Qi is a newcomer

he's remarkable to graduate from college at 18

This director likes dark stuff so he focused on the villains