Chinese Audiences Impressed by Strong Narrative and Cinematography in 'One Thought of the Mountains

In recent days, a new series titled "One Thought of the Mountains" has captured the attention of Chinese audiences, particularly on Weibo. The series is a historical drama that tells the story of a group of heroes in ancient China. Despite having no connections to major IPs (intellectual properties), it has managed to garner positive reviews from viewers for its strong narrative ability and visually captivating cinematography.

One user praised the series, stating that "One Thought of the Mountains is very hexagonal warriors," implying that it is particularly skilled in telling a good story while also focusing on visual elements like costumes and dialogue that make the setting and events feel more realistic. The user further mentioned that the director has done an excellent job by ensuring the narrative is "precise, sharp, extremely excellent."

Another netizen expressed their eagerness to watch the series, saying they are unable to check the news immediately but feel uncomfortable because all the Weibo reviews they see are positive. They promised to provide a detailed commentary after viewing the first episode. Similarly, another user found humor in a sentence in a hot search post which said that "the lens of Yinyuan Guanshan is beautiful and normal, it's not like a drama from 2023." This suggests that even though the series is set in a historical context, its visual presentation feels modern and fresh.

Sitting on Your First Live Broadcast: Weibo Users Applaud Directors with Good Camera Movements

In another line of discussion, users praised the director's camera movements and shot language in a recent live broadcast video from Sphinx Brewing. The directors were encouraged to learn from this example which utilized fluttering leaves as a tool to showcase global events, combining motion and stillness effectively, using light as quiet as the sound of insect drops on lotus leaves to enhance the atmosphere. This usage of unique wind chatter was described as a warning sign of unease.

Liu Shi Shi's Domain: Historical Costume Dramas Impress Netizens

Historical costume dramas have always been popular in Chinese entertainment, and Liu Shishi's performance in the latest drama "Reng Ri Yu" has won her even more fans. One user mentioned that "the Chinese entertainment industry should prioritize giving Liu Shishi opportunities to star in original dramas," suggesting she is already an IP (intellectual property) and doesn't need additional boosts.

Another netizen praised the director's aesthetic taste, particularly when Ren Ri Yu wore red clothes. They screenshotted several scenes from the drama as they couldn't resist its beauty and depth.

The Tale of Guanshan: A Well-Received Drama with Engaging Plot and Characters

"One Thought of Guanshan," a historical drama that recently concluded, was highly praised by Weibo users for its engaging plot and characters. The storyline follows a group portrait of the third episode to the end of the fourth episode, where both male and female protagonists cooperate in their respective quests. Users were impressed to see how many interesting characters were introduced within just six episodes.

The female protagonist, Ruyi (played by Li Shizi), is a top assassin who faked her death