Last night, the historical revolution drama "The Forerunner" made its debut on Central One, starring Wang Rendong, Ning Li, and Bai Ke, all of whom are talented actors. The first two episodes have already garnered a live stream audience of over 1.3, proving to be the historical drama you have been eagerly anticipating. "The Forerunner" is a period revolutionary drama that showcases patriotism and pays tribute to great historical figures.

How is it presented? It begins with a traditional folk song from the Xiangtan region called "Dongting Fisherman's Song." In 1921, after the conclusion of the First National Congress of the Communist Party of China, the young Chairman, as a representative of Hunan, returned home from Shanghai carrying an important mission. On his way back, he encountered an elderly helmsman on the Xiang River, and they engaged in a delightful conversation. Eventually, the Chairman bid farewell by singing a song.

The story unfolds from there. Immediately after the congress, the young Chairman and He Shuheng, as representatives, recount the events of the meeting in Shanghai. The Chairman's opening words, "We have exactly thirteen chairs, not one more, not one less," captivate the enthusiastic audience. Whether it's the Chairman swimming by the river or the discussions among the attendees indoors, it's like a "vivid picture." This visual enjoyment makes people want to watch more, and even after watching the first two episodes, they will continue to eagerly follow the series.

Let's discuss the production design and costumes. Since it's a period anti-espionage drama, it should adhere to the fashion and styling of that era. "Huamei," which is set in the 1950s and 1960s, falls short in this regard. When the female lead appears, I was instantly taken aback! Not only that, her hair is shiny as if she had just been to a beauty salon and used hair gel. The clothes are vibrant and clearly not representative of the fashion of the 1950s and 1960s.

This is evidently far from the background story. Furthermore, the plot is outrageous. Ji Danyang returns to China with research materials, but the news leaked in advance. It's true that he needs to protect it, and the operation is codenamed "Magpie Bridge." Just imagine, if at this point, a spy employs a strategy to lure him away, what would an expert do? This drama doesn't withstand scrutiny from any angle; the more you watch, the more absurd it seems. After watching the first two episodes, I feel like giving up on the series.

Can a period anti-espionage drama be any good?

From here, it's evident that the director of "The Forerunner," Wang Wei, has skillfully captured the essence of the "period" aspect. Starting with the audience's taste, he has brought this drama to life. On the other hand, director Zeng Xiaoxin, who directed "Huamei," struggles to deliver surprises to the audience without a good script.

Both series are currently being widely watched, but which one will come out on top remains to be seen. Which of these dramas do you prefer? #HonestOpinion #ArticleChallenge #FirstPost