《Got a Crush on You》: A Bittersweet Comedy-Drama Series

Let's first talk about the so-called "humor" in this series. Indeed, humor is an important element of modern drama, but when it is used so forcefully and detached from the context, it can only evoke bitter laughter. For example, in one episode, a character bluntly says, "I beg for a pair of eyes that have never seen before," which may aim to express helplessness towards the absurd plot unfolding before them. However, the audience is more likely to empathize and sincerely wish they hadn't witnessed this farce.

Another example is the appearance of the character Yan Wang Ye, which could have added mythological elements and depth, but instead, it was arranged as a mundane comedian. The line "Thanks, bro, for delivering the performance" leaves people unsure whether to cry or laugh. The actors also did not escape criticism. Gu Li Na Zha and Xu Kai Cheng, as the main leads, struggled to convey the complex emotions of their characters convincingly.

They may have put in their best efforts, but the stiffness and unfamiliarity revealed in their performances made it difficult for the audience to resonate. Especially at crucial moments, the two leads failed to effectively deliver the inner struggles of their characters, turning the tense atmosphere into absurd comedy. Lastly, let's take a look at the character development. "Got a Crush on You" attempts to create a cast of characters with distinct personalities but ends up going in the opposite direction due to excessive exaggeration.

For instance, the female lead repeatedly rudely interrupts others' conversations, and the male lead invades others' personal space without basic boundaries, creating negative stereotypes while attempting to create a relaxed atmosphere. Overall, "Got a Crush on You" makes efforts to create a lighthearted, romantic, and fantastical plot atmosphere. However, whether it's the narrative structure, character development, or actors' performances, there are obvious flaws and shortcomings.

It provides a case study of what mistakes to avoid in television production and offers important insights to film and television creators: success is not achieved merely by being unconventional or pursuing effects; it requires a profound cultural background, exquisite artistic skills, and keen insight into audience expectations to create a masterpiece. In conclusion, "Got a Crush on You" can perhaps serve as an example of "how not to make a TV series" for reflection and education in film and television production courses. Hopefully, such phenomena can garner enough attention in the industry and serve as an opportunity to drive the improvement of content production quality to a higher level.