Born to Run Reviews

Anxin, who was lifted onto the wheelchair, felt like she was being held in shackles. Her angry words towards Qin Feng drove him away. The family conflict brought about by a car accident is truly terrifying. Although I don't know which side to support at the moment, it really got me emotionally involved while watching.

Even though Anxin, who constantly argues even after losing her legs, is a character I like. The fact that she is willing to speak up and argue with Xiufang proves that Xiufang never suppresses her true nature. The two of them have an equal standing within their family relationship, unlike Ruohua, who constantly submits under Xiuli's oppression.

Ruo Hua cautiously shares her postgraduate entrance exam results and her plan to find a job first to secure her future. She tries to communicate her life with her mother in a pleasing manner, hoping for an equal response.
It's hard to imagine how Ruo Hua has managed to get through all these years, given the lack of understanding and support she receives.

A mother is the person who understands her daughter the most in the world. Xiufang knows how proud Anxin is, and she understands how difficult the current situation is for Anxin. That's why she's desperately trying to lose weight to motivate Anxin.
Her maternal love is truly moving.

Lin Tian Yu's statement, "Healthy people are the least qualified to encourage disabled people," couldn't be more agreeable. Without experiencing the same hardships, it's impossible to truly empathize.
Self-proclaimed sympathy and kindness are just thorns stuck in An Xin's body.

I initially thought it would be a heartwarming and inspiring family-oriented drama, but the plot turned out to be explosive and thrilling, haha! The pacing is tight, the cast is well-suited for their roles, and the performances are excellent. The director's attention to detail is also remarkable, making it feel so authentic.
It's really well done!

I came across this video clip and was drawn in by the storyline. Cheng An Xin's ordeal made me feel really heartbroken. In the early stages, her closed-off demeanor felt suffocating and distressing to me.
I even left encouraging comments for her in the barrage. I really love the storyline of Chen Ruo Hua, and Yang Chao Yue portrayed it very well. I could feel Chen Ruo Hua's simplicity, resilience in love, and inner conflicts regarding her mother, and it deeply moved me.
Teacher Xu Di and Teacher Chen Xiao Yi (although I was a bit scared while watching) were fantastic.

This drama really fooled me and made me shed so many tears from the very beginning. When Ruo Hua cried, I cried along with her. As an East Asian woman of a similar age, I can truly relate. There's simply no good solution to the issues in one's family of origin, and the ones who suffer the most are often the daughters.

The car accident was truly devastating, and Anxin's situation is so pitiful. Disfigured and with her legs broken, it's something that ordinary people would find difficult to accept, let alone someone like Anxin, who was originally dazzlingly beautiful.
She's like a fallen angel with broken wings, descending from great heights. It's truly heartbreaking.

Xu Di, played by Teacher Xu Di, and Zhao Xiu Fang's performance is extraordinary. She could be any auntie around us - an aunt, a relative, a neighbor. In recent years, this family drama is the most relatable, as long as the later episodes don't deviate too much.
It deserves four stars!

Qin Feng truly possesses a strong sense of responsibility. Seeing him wiping away tears while looking at the photos of An Xin dancing in the past reveals the vulnerability in his heart. He has been silently carrying all the sadness during this period, always being so gentle in front of An Xin.

Let's admire Shen Yan's talent in urban dramas. I thought it would be a story of two pairs of mother-daughter relationships, with love and conflict followed by reconciliation.
But in just over twenty episodes, it also covers topics like scientific weight loss, marital relationships, love triangles, in-laws, pursuing dreams, and escaping from one's family background...
It includes various popular urban themes, and they are all well-handled. The pacing keeps each episode interesting, without being boring.

Who wouldn't want a fairy-like mother like Zhao Xiu Fang!

Qin Feng and An Xin's argument ends on a sour note. Xiu Fang sits on the sofa, tears streaming down her face, trying in vain to reconcile An Xin, but her cries only break our hearts further.
Xiu Fang encourages An Xin to have hope for Qin Feng, but deep down, Xiu Fang herself has been longing for hope that has eluded her all along. Xiu Fang's efforts to uplift An Xin are truly admirable, but it also reveals her own profound sadness.

I really like Xiufang. Every step she takes is for the sake of Anxin. She persuades Qin Feng to go home and works hard to maintain Anxin's marriage.
She smiles and doesn't respond to her mother-in-law's many thoughts, giving the initiative to Anxin. She encourages Anxin to stand up and face life through weight loss.
She's such a wonderful mother.

Tell Ruo Hua and others, never let yourself be trained by so-called "love." Don't be obedient, don't be compliant, don't let others negate your own worth. If the real-life Ruo Huas can awaken after watching this drama, I am willing to recommend it to everyone.

Today, when the memorial tablets of the father and son were brought out, the already oppressive atmosphere in the family became even more intense. Teacher Chen Xiaoyi portrayed it so well, and it feels like Yang Chaoyue's acting has also improved significantly through her scenes with her.
It's true that acting alongside seasoned actors can enhance one's skills. It would be beneficial to spend more time honing their craft with experienced actors in the future.

I started watching this drama on CCTV and got hooked. The portrayal of the mother-daughter relationship feels so real. Seeing Xu Di, the teacher, desperately trying to lose weight for her daughter made me want to cry.
And Chen Xiao Yi, the teacher, her suffocating motherly love and constant desire for control, I can't handle it when I imagine myself in Ruo Hua's life.

In fact, Xiuli has completely different ways of controlling and expecting Ruoxuan and Ruohua. In other words, it reflects the distinct expectations many East Asian parents have for their sons and daughters.
They hope their sons can excel and get into good schools, while even if their daughters are intelligent and capable, they won't have excessive expectations for them.

Xu Di portrayed Xiufang's persistence in losing weight brilliantly. From collapsing in the park while running to the moment of awakening while eating snacks, and seeking a trainer at the gym to guide her, Xu Di performed each scene, showcasing Xiufang's determination in her weight loss journey.

Seeing Ruo Hua bringing her mom to live in the university dormitory, it feels like I've seen similar news before. I looked it up, and it turns out that girl's name is Yang Yuan Yuan.
If you're interested, you can search for her story. You'll understand Ruo Hua better.

FeiGu, you really need to wake up. Your fans have almost all left before you finally produce something decent. Please, in the future, speak less and stop playing tricks. Treat the acting profession seriously and put in the effort.
We don't ask you to live up to the fans, but at least don't let down your youth and yourself. Lastly, I wish you smooth sailing ahead.

This is hilarious! In the hot comments, there's one saying they came in with prejudice but got touched and gave it five stars. On the main page, all of Yang Chao Yue's dramas have five stars. If I didn't look closely, I might have believed it.
And there are a few other five-star reviews praising Chen Xiao Yi and Zhong Chu Xi, but when you click on them, they're all fans of Yang Chao Yue. You guys even know how to discourage others from watching the lead actor's performance and secretly benefit from it by diverting attention.

It's too realistic. That's why the plot is frustrating. And Chen Ruo Hua is too contradictory. An Xin is too stubborn, but her mindset improves later on, so that's fine.
Zhao Xiu Li is too crazy, too wild, the only one who's somewhat normal. The character I like the most is Zhao Xiu Fang.

Stayed up all night to catch up, and honestly, I feel like the storyline is quite meaningful. It may seem unreliable for An Xin to assist Lin Tianyu in cooking while having a broken leg, but it also lets An Xin know that he's not worthless.
For disabled individuals, being able to support themselves is what they truly desire.

As an adult, having your mom constantly monitoring you when you go out, having to be constantly aware of who you're talking to, and having your mom keep the pictures of your dad and younger brother as a shrine in the rented house. Ruo Hua's sweet romance is also being ruined by her mom.
I can already feel the suffocation on behalf of Ruo Hua. This kind of motherly love is better off not existing at all!

The title of "If Running is My Life" sounds inspirational, but it's unexpectedly oppressive. A car accident destroyed two families, and Anxin and Ruohua's sufferings come from different aspects.
What's even more heartbreaking for Ruohua is that her pain stems from her family, something she can't escape. Her story reflects the shadows of many ordinary people.

I suddenly understand Xiu Li's perspective. She sacrificed a lot for Ruo Xuan, who is also highly talented. She placed all her bets on Ruo Xuan alone, but the overwhelming weight of love ended up crushing him, which is quite tragic.

Xiuli gives off the impression of treating her daughter like a commodity. Instead of valuing her daughter's personal thoughts and growth, she is more concerned about her daughter's marriage value. She objectifies her daughter and uses love as an excuse to control her and keep her by her side.
Now Ruohua knows why Ruoxuan wanted to escape back then.

Lin Tian Yu's words may be blunt and harsh, but their meaning is not. An Xin has been making a fuss for so long, channeling all her energy into self-pity, while ignoring the goodwill of others and remaining stagnant.
If she doesn't pick herself up, even if others have good intentions, they won't be able to help her.

I can understand Qin Feng's difficulty in accepting An Xin's decision as a couple, considering that An Xin has lost her legs and is different from a normal person. However, my heart also aches for An Xin, lying in bed silently shedding tears as she comes to terms with reality.
Sigh, natural disasters and human suffering, the hardships one goes through can indeed have a profound impact on a person.

I, a fanboy, watched this drama solely for Zhong Chu and XiYang Chao Yue. I don't usually watch family ethics dramas. But I have to say, the production quality of this drama is indeed excellent, and the plot is melodramatic enough.
It has car accidents, scumbag men, wicked in-laws, and ultimately redemption. It's a complete package, and the best part is that it's only 28 episodes. A drama with pure content and no filler.

The contrast between Xiufang and Xiuli is becoming more and more apparent. Xiufang is full of spirit as she wholeheartedly focuses on losing weight, while Xiuli, despite living with Ruohua, constantly clashes with her roommate due to her controlling nature and harbored resentment.
A positive attitude towards life is truly important.

It's fantastic! It's fantastic! It's fantastic! It's fantastic! It's fantastic! The two beautiful ladies are so stunning. This is the first time I've followed a family drama. The dialogues are up to date with current affairs, and the issues addressed are very modern, reflecting the concerns of today's young people.
Yang Chaoyue and Zhong Chu Xi are both so beautiful, oh my goodness!

Girls of the same age as Ruohua are usually lively and full of vitality. Listening to Ruohua's roommates talking, you can feel that they are still playful kids. But Ruohua herself has a mature demeanor, probably due to growing up in a family that prioritizes boys over girls.
It's tough for girls who grew up in such households.

It's a blind guess, but it seems like Ruo Hua and Kai Ze's relationship storyline will have a bittersweet ending. Ruo Hua's mother is eager to have her daughter return to their hometown, and her daughter is her only lifeline.
She would never agree to be abandoned by her daughter. Moreover, Ruo Hua and Zhou Kai Ze have different family values, making it really difficult for them to go all the way.

I've always felt that Yang Chao Yue's face is more suitable for being an idol. After watching this drama, I finally realized her potential and how well she suits modern dramas. The sense of insecurity, sensitivity, and stubbornness in Ruohua's character really matches Yang Chao Yue's face.

The quality of the dramas currently airing on CCTV-8 is so poor. Zhong Chu Xi's acting is unappealing, watching her dramas feels so boring. And Yang Chao Yue's acting is even worse. I hope Yang Chao Yue gets abandoned by the capital market soon.
I get annoyed whenever I see her. People should read more books; otherwise, they won't even understand the scripts and won't know what they're acting in.

Yang Chao Yue is truly speechless. While other young actresses are busy filming and improving themselves, what has she been doing? With no talent or skills, she relied on connections to have a flashy career in the entertainment industry for a couple of years.
Just by widening her eyes and pouting, she could earn a high salary every day. But now, she has finally been eliminated.

It's not bad. Some of the lines are written well, and Zhao Xiu Li's dialogue can be hilariously relatable at times. Zhong Chu Xi is beautiful, and I didn't expect Yang Chao Yue to portray the character so well.
Currently, there are very few young actors who can perform well in urban dramas.

The plot is actually quite interesting. If Hua was still trying to hide the news of her dating, but Zhao Xiu Li could tell at a glance that her daughter was in a relationship. All the secrecy ended up being in vain (Zhao Xiu Li: My eyes are like a ruler).

Melodramatic scenes. The plot feels outdated, and the storyline is predictable, but it is filmed with a certain level of seriousness. The portrayal of the pain inflicted by disasters on different individuals and their psychological struggles is depicted quite delicately.
Additionally, the heavy pressure brought upon children by parental favoritism is discussed, similar to what was explored in "Sunshine Illuminates All.

I've watched 12 episodes. Due to a car accident, two families undergo tremendous changes. On one side, a dance teacher loses her legs, and her overweight mother motivates her daughter through weight loss.
On the other side, a college student brings his mother to school, interfering with his social life. Love feels suffocating...

At first, I actually believed Chen Zhou's "only for mutual love," but it turned out he was casting a wide net while maintaining his clear-headedness. This twist was truly unexpected, but it was really impressive.
The reversal of roles between the "naïve innocent" and the "experienced dater" is quite interesting.