Derailment Reviews

The more I watch, the more I criticize how brainless the current TV dramas have become in terms of scriptwriting. Have they ever put themselves in the characters' shoes? Each plot and character development should be based on the character's own attributes, instead of the writers arbitrarily choosing whatever they want.
There's a strong sense of detachment. Most of the plotlines in the drama are just too far-fetched. If such people actually existed, I dare say that at least eight out of ten choices would lead to different plot developments.
Every decision made by a character should take into account their knowledge, personality, background, and environment. Otherwise, there's a severe disconnect in character development, making it difficult to immerse oneself in the story.
I'm not sure if this is an issue with the actors or the writers. Take, for example, the female lead. As a former wealthy young lady, her memories, knowledge, and personality completely disappear after time travel, turning her into a submissive and timid character.
Well, I won't say anymore. There are just too many instances of this jarring inconsistency.

I binge-watched ten episodes in one night. Xiaoyuan's crying scenes are so heart-wrenching, and I love how she stands up for herself without favoring anyone. Four stars overall, with a biased bonus for the good looks of the male and female leads.
The male lead's dialogues and acting skills are a bit weak, relying mostly on his height and appearance. Although there are moments when their looks don't match up to their off-screen appearances, I can forgive it as long as the plot keeps me engaged.
The female lead's lines may be weaker at times, but she performs well, especially in crying scenes. However, I have to say, the seventh episode really got on my nerves because of the male lead.

Well, I hope this is the last absurd drama I watch this year. Nine episodes and still stuck in an internet café for one episode and a hair salon for seven episodes. It's neither grounded nor idol-like.
I don't know what kind of absurdity this is. The suspenseful part is also suspenseful in a way that doesn't make me want to continue. It just feels dragged out and boring, with unnecessary mystification.
And to top it off, the male lead's character is poorly written, and his acting is mediocre. Even in this kind of idol drama that doesn't demand much acting skills, Liu Hao Cun outshines him.
It's been years of wasting time on idol dramas like this.

I don't understand why they had to make some meaningless cuts... I'll deduct one star for that. The plot is somewhat watchable, but it doesn't have any particular appeal to me. The theme is quite innovative, but I'm just not interested.
It's like a tasteless dish that's a pity to abandon. For now, it's barely held together by the attractiveness of the male and female leads. At least this drama is visually pleasing to my eyes. The tension and atmosphere between the two characters are truly remarkable.
They know how to create excitement. That princess-hugging deep squat scene was absolutely incredible. I almost wanted to stan them.

I watched "Off the Rails" just for Liu Hao Cun's face... Is this considered an outstanding drama in mainland China? I don't watch mainland dramas, so I'm not sure about the current standards...
but I have to say: it's a poorly made drama.

The male lead is like a block of ice. How can anyone mistake the portrayal of bipolar disorder and the seemingly XSR-like plot as sexual tension? When they say they want to see the male lead regretful, do they have Stockholm syndrome or something?
In real life, that would definitely be considered today's talking point.

Catching up. It seems like domestic directors lack the concept of pacing (or perhaps the ability to control it?). If viewed as a suspense or high-drama show, it's quite boring, with very little valuable information in each episode.
However, as an idol drama, it's completely okay. The setting, the female lead's character, and the core storyline stand out as normal, clear, and refined amidst a sea of brainless idol dramas. The workplace aspect is a bit awkward but not overdone.
There are no plot leaks, and it has a strong atmospheric and Westernized feel. Even someone like me, who's picky about dramas, can enjoy it. It's one of the rare modern dramas with a logical and well-developed plot. Liu Hao Cun's acting skills are more than sufficient for an idol drama, but their presence could use some improvement.
Lin Yi seems to compensate for their lack of acting skills with height, as they only have one expression throughout the entire show. If you're into shipping handsome guys and beautiful girls, you'll enjoy it (I'm talking about myself here).

I used to dislike Liu Hao Cun, but now there are too many average-looking actresses, making Liu's acting skills and appearance more and more pleasant to watch.

Ironically, although this is a time-travel drama, its portrayal of life and the workplace feels more grounded than those CEO romance dramas.
Some netizens even consider it low because why can't the female protagonist be a struggling network administrator or a hairdresser? It just goes to show that many film and television works have been detached from reality for too long.

Compared to others in the same industry, this drama can be considered successful. After watching the latest episodes, my impressions are: the female lead is too stubborn, her thinking is too clear, and the supporting character is too good at crying.
Finally, it's not a cliché portrayal of a fake-faced, heavily made-up hypocrite. Most importantly, it doesn't come off as pretentious!

The theme is interesting, and the filming techniques and voice acting give it a Korean drama vibe. Both the male and female leads have great looks and acting skills! In particular, Sun Zi caught my attention.
The voice acting and natural performance, especially in emotional scenes, are delicate and advanced. It's not like many popular actresses who cry dramatically. The height difference between the male and female leads looks quite compatible.
Currently, the character development of the male lead in the early episodes is slightly imperfect, but I'm looking forward to seeing more well-rounded character arcs in the upcoming episodes.
It's getting better and more enjoyable. Compared to the recent brainless historical puppet dramas, I give it five stars as encouragement.

The premise is quite interesting. However, the plot isn't very smooth, and there are quite a few minor bugs, as well as abrupt emotional shifts. The female lead's character is well-developed, and her acting is actually pretty good.
The male lead is a bit wooden, but he has a tall stature and long legs, and they look visually appealing together. Some scenes are beautifully shot, especially the ones with snowfall on Christmas Eve; they resemble scenes from Korean dramas.

The main characters' makeup and styling are quite attractive and not tacky. The editing and background music are sometimes a bit inexplicable. The songs are average and nothing extraordinary.

The suspense is well-maintained, and it's not boring.
I will continue watching and adjust my rating after finishing the series.

Who said it's good? Huh? The male lead's acting is so terrible. Sunzi is really not suitable for this kind of role. His innocent face can't bring out any charisma. He just looks like a kid sister no matter how you look at it.
Even the extras in the bar scene outshine her. Finally, I understand what it means to have a grand and classy beauty. Sunzi isn't ugly, but her innocence ultimately comes off as petty. The filming is also terrible, both in terms of camera work and dialogue.
It feels like a web drama from ten years ago. I don't understand how web dramas have evolved to this day and can still produce films of this caliber. If you don't have the money, then don't make it.

I've watched up to episode 5, and it gives me the feeling that they want to portray a domineering CEO with a golden finger, following the Mary Sue route to attract young girls, while also depicting the female lead starting from scratch without relying on anyone.
However, the integration isn't very well done. The male lead, in the first four episodes, never takes off his suit, always keeps his hands in his pockets, and follows behind the female lead, which always reminds me of a song by Eason Chan...
P.S. Sunzi looks good, but heavy makeup doesn't suit her. She really stands out with light makeup. She's thin and tall, which fits well with the setting of a campus white moonlight.

The special effects are lackluster, and the storyline is indeed derailed. Every time the male lead opens his mouth, it's laughable. Does he always think he's some kind of CEO? And those supporting male characters, do they all think they're incredibly handsome?
Each one of them is like a second-rate idol. Anyone can enter the entertainment industry these days. Don't they realize how cringeworthy their acting is? And that run-down hair salon is like a government institution.
Where does their sense of superiority come from? The best acting in this drama is from Sunzi. When she stands up, this drama isn't even worth one star without her!

I'd give it a 2.5 rating. The concept of the drama, where the rich young lady "transmigrates" into a parallel universe as a hairdresser, is clearly a plot device derived from body-switching literature. In just a second, she goes from being a gentle guy's love interest to someone easily controlled.
The character development is over the top. The acting skills are so-so, relying heavily on the original work to support the differences in appearance and body shape. The suspenseful part is optional, to be honest, so when will "Guangyuan" be aired again?
At least finish telling the story of the case, won't you?

The rich second-generation female lead from 2025 is thrown into the impoverished identity of the male lead's world in 2018? Is this a body switch drama? The lighthouse system, system documents... I've watched a few episodes, but it's not interesting.
At least the fifth female lead admitted that she time-traveled. And can you believe it? In episode six, the male lead actually thought his negligence caused the female lead to become rebellious. Oh, overlapping memories! And in episode seven, can you believe it?
Oh, he believed it! Regardless of the life or death of the female lead, it's all good.