I am quite busy nowadays. Things have been hectic since I have just finished my mock examination and I had my oral this morning which I thought went just okay. It was frightening but whatever right. The past is the past.
Anyway, I re-watched one of the rare Taiwanese Drama I actually likes and one that doesn't make me wanna stab the main characters. It is called Office Girls (小资女向前中). The one thing you should know about me is that I hate draggy dramas. Drama that take too long to get to a point or drama that drags out the infuriating parts. Especially dramas that just uses all the clique scene. Not to mention, dramas that just happen too fast. This drama, although have its flaws, actually caught my attention years ago because of the characters' chemistry and also the comedy part of the show.
Plot
The main girl lead, Sheng Xin Ren is a staff member working at the Jing Shi Department Store. At age 25, she has been working there for 4 years. Where else the main male lead, Qin Zi Qi, is a spoiled brat who graduated with a degree in MBA back in USA. Earning a job in the same department with Xin Ren. Unknowingly, the reason why he is working there is because his dad is the CEO of the department store and challenge him to live off a common normal worker's salary in hopes to change his brat-like attitude.
This story is a romance comedy, though it gets kinda dramatic towards the end but hey, that is what makes it a drama right? Anyway, I thought the plot was okay. While it is relatively common in terms of rich boy meet poor girl, there is difference in it. Because the idea is when the both characters meet, they met under the circumstances of both of them being poor as shit. It actually show a normal side of dating for once and the awkward stage between relationship and friendship. The chemistry between them is pretty good.
Throughout the whole drama, although there were some serious part, a bit of comical side is actually at the side, just to lighten the whole mood up which was good because I don't think I can handle so much drama.
The dialogue in the show is beyond hilarious but it doesn't stray away from the whole plot line. I don't think I remember any forced comedy where I cringed so hard out of embarrassment that I thought I was going to die because of it. The story is short and sweet (also dramatic), but somewhat realistic. So yay for that.
Characters
Sheng Xin Ren played by Alice Ke, was such a delight to watch because first of all, she was not some typical weak heroine or some typical over-powered heroine. She was normal and real. She in long story short, was what I call a well-written female character. I do admit, Alice's acting is a little bland but I think that is just how Sheng Xin Ren is. Secondly, I thought she was quite a role model. With her actions and her dedication to her job, she reminds people that hard-work is right way to go and people should not just rely on shortcuts. Alice Ke did a well job, in my opinion. Her acting didn't seem too forced and it was natural compare to some other drama that I watched (and also dropped, really, I have no patience at all) Plus, she stays herself, never straying from her own identity.
Qin Zi Qi played by Roy Qiu on the other hand was not what you call a typical male lead character. He is not perfect in anyway. In fact, I can actually feel how annoying he is to Xin Ren at the beginning of series. But he is funny and handsome, I admit. He is an immature boy that making efforts to be more a man. He actually brings some fun in Xin Ren's life and not to mention he is a little sassy. (Haha) His character's development throughout the series is actually well-written. It was not a instant change of attitude but gradually. As you go on, you can picked some scene where he shows his kindness or his new ideas and it is done quite subtle. It is only towards the end, where you really noticed, he is more considerate and his brat-ish beatitude is long gone. Roy did well. I don't know what else to talk about his acting. Haha.
Though, the manager that handle their department stole the show. His comedy and his quirky side was super hilarious. Me having learn Mandarin before, knows the words his said and he meant so it was very funny to me. Not many shows made me laugh like he did. Though, if you don't know mandarin, don't be put off by it. It is really a good show.
The chemistry between the two lead was very natural. I really think that they fell in love with each other's true self. They didn't have to hide who they really were in front of each other (except for Zi Qi's lies about his family, but that is pretty much it.) and the things they do for each other was not those typical clique in the drama, it felt more realistic. I also like how beginning of the relationship, they still acted quite awkward in front of them because they are still in the honeymoon stage. It is really a cute ship.
Conclusion
This drama is actually one of the few rare ones that I really like and appreciate. The writer really did well with the characters and their development as an individual overall. Besides that, the writer didn't completely changed a character's attitude halfway. You and I know that always happen. (You know those where the main girl have some makeover and change of personality after getting a boyfriend. Like what?)
I would totally recommend this drama to my friends because I think it is pretty rare that I like a drama. Try it, probably. Maybe you will enjoy it as much as I do. I am not sure they have HD version of the show but really, please don't be put off by it.
I think that is all I want to say about it. This post is getting quite draggy. Hah. I will post a review of The Martian tomorrow or later into the night once I find the right words to describe the movie. Ciao. Have a great week!
The main girl lead, Sheng Xin Ren is a staff member working at the Jing Shi Department Store. At age 25, she has been working there for 4 years. Where else the main male lead, Qin Zi Qi, is a spoiled brat who graduated with a degree in MBA back in USA. Earning a job in the same department with Xin Ren. Unknowingly, the reason why he is working there is because his dad is the CEO of the department store and challenge him to live off a common normal worker's salary in hopes to change his brat-like attitude.
This story is a romance comedy, though it gets kinda dramatic towards the end but hey, that is what makes it a drama right? Anyway, I thought the plot was okay. While it is relatively common in terms of rich boy meet poor girl, there is difference in it. Because the idea is when the both characters meet, they met under the circumstances of both of them being poor as shit. It actually show a normal side of dating for once and the awkward stage between relationship and friendship. The chemistry between them is pretty good.
Throughout the whole drama, although there were some serious part, a bit of comical side is actually at the side, just to lighten the whole mood up which was good because I don't think I can handle so much drama.
The dialogue in the show is beyond hilarious but it doesn't stray away from the whole plot line. I don't think I remember any forced comedy where I cringed so hard out of embarrassment that I thought I was going to die because of it. The story is short and sweet (also dramatic), but somewhat realistic. So yay for that.
Characters
Sheng Xin Ren played by Alice Ke, was such a delight to watch because first of all, she was not some typical weak heroine or some typical over-powered heroine. She was normal and real. She in long story short, was what I call a well-written female character. I do admit, Alice's acting is a little bland but I think that is just how Sheng Xin Ren is. Secondly, I thought she was quite a role model. With her actions and her dedication to her job, she reminds people that hard-work is right way to go and people should not just rely on shortcuts. Alice Ke did a well job, in my opinion. Her acting didn't seem too forced and it was natural compare to some other drama that I watched (and also dropped, really, I have no patience at all) Plus, she stays herself, never straying from her own identity.
Qin Zi Qi played by Roy Qiu on the other hand was not what you call a typical male lead character. He is not perfect in anyway. In fact, I can actually feel how annoying he is to Xin Ren at the beginning of series. But he is funny and handsome, I admit. He is an immature boy that making efforts to be more a man. He actually brings some fun in Xin Ren's life and not to mention he is a little sassy. (Haha) His character's development throughout the series is actually well-written. It was not a instant change of attitude but gradually. As you go on, you can picked some scene where he shows his kindness or his new ideas and it is done quite subtle. It is only towards the end, where you really noticed, he is more considerate and his brat-ish beatitude is long gone. Roy did well. I don't know what else to talk about his acting. Haha.
Though, the manager that handle their department stole the show. His comedy and his quirky side was super hilarious. Me having learn Mandarin before, knows the words his said and he meant so it was very funny to me. Not many shows made me laugh like he did. Though, if you don't know mandarin, don't be put off by it. It is really a good show.
The chemistry between the two lead was very natural. I really think that they fell in love with each other's true self. They didn't have to hide who they really were in front of each other (except for Zi Qi's lies about his family, but that is pretty much it.) and the things they do for each other was not those typical clique in the drama, it felt more realistic. I also like how beginning of the relationship, they still acted quite awkward in front of them because they are still in the honeymoon stage. It is really a cute ship.
Conclusion
This drama is actually one of the few rare ones that I really like and appreciate. The writer really did well with the characters and their development as an individual overall. Besides that, the writer didn't completely changed a character's attitude halfway. You and I know that always happen. (You know those where the main girl have some makeover and change of personality after getting a boyfriend. Like what?)
I would totally recommend this drama to my friends because I think it is pretty rare that I like a drama. Try it, probably. Maybe you will enjoy it as much as I do. I am not sure they have HD version of the show but really, please don't be put off by it.
I think that is all I want to say about it. This post is getting quite draggy. Hah. I will post a review of The Martian tomorrow or later into the night once I find the right words to describe the movie. Ciao. Have a great week!
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