As we approach the end of the year, various dramas have suddenly made their way onto screens. With the arrival of the Chinese New Year, movies are definitely competing for attention. However, for TV dramas, it's not enough to simply grab the spotlight to win over the audience. Take the recently premiered dramas, "If Life Were Like the First Encounter" and "Blooming Flowers," for example. They were immediately caught in an awkward position. Last July, "If Life Were Like the First Encounter" was already released, but after airing only two episodes, it was abruptly halted, leaving many fans outraged.

After all, the male lead in the drama had a touching and heartfelt love story with the female lead, and an undeserving villain disrupted the plot, distorting history. Everyone thought that after the drama was taken off the air, the efforts of the production team and actors would go to waste. However, money can work wonders. "If Life Were Like the First Encounter" resurfaced again. From the perspective of the storyline, this drama is a historical masterpiece, with both the main and supporting characters striving for a spark of hope in difficult times.

Now, as we reach the end of the Qing Dynasty, Li Xian's appearance in a whip-shaped hairstyle instantly reveals his unattractive side. The female lead, Chun Xia, who has received mixed reviews, may catch the attention of many viewers when she appears, but most likely, they will switch channels. So, without continuing to watch, it's easy to guess that "If Life Were Like the First Encounter" won't gain much popularity.

This is because it's competing with a "script bomb" by Wong Kar-wai that took ten years to prepare! Last night, it was discovered that Hu Ge, who had been hiding his talents, along with other cast members, could keep their composure. "Blooming Flowers" allowed them to participate in a decade-long span. Although they weren't on the set the whole time, it's clear that the actors trust Wong Kar-wai. Hu Ge plays a former character and wants to establish himself in Shanghai through his efforts.

It must be said that Hu Ge has acting skills. In the early stages, his eyes were innocent, and his face was full of vitality, expressing everything. However, the male and female leads are not the most surprising presence in the drama. When compared to this big shot, their acting skills and appearance are not worth mentioning. This person is the "Ji Gong" character, who Wong Kar-wai had to invite multiple times before he agreed to appear, bringing a refreshing presence to many.

Furthermore, Wong Kar-wai also invited Tang Yan, Ma Yili, and others who are usually leading roles in other dramas. Wong's bold move this time is whether "Blooming Flowers" can create a sensation. Judging from Wong Kar-wai's previous style, he excels at creating mesmerizing visuals, so the quality is guaranteed. However, the question remains whether Wong Kar-wai can handle such a long script and maintain a compelling storyline.

For example, the "Chinese Paladin" series, "Nirvana in Fire," and "The Disguiser" have all become labels associated with Hu Ge. Hopefully, this time Hu Ge won't make the wrong choice. How will the relationship between a diviner and a eunuch walking on thin ice in the palace unfold? This drama doesn't require much thinking; its main goal is to make the audience happy.

The drama revolves around a murder case and the entanglement between the sisters Man Zhu and Sha Hua. It has suspenseful elements, making it a good choice for viewers who enjoy using their brains. However, for those who don't want to waste time and want to explore hidden gems, choosing "The Third Squad," which has been airing for a few days, is a great option.

Furthermore, "The Third Squad" focuses on a crime investigation story with a predominant suspense theme. How far will a truly justice-oriented police officer go for the sake of the victims? From the data perspective, this idol drama is quite disappointing because both the storyline and the actors' performances leave much to be desired. Zhang Wanyi's portrayal of the male third party is particularly outrageous.

However, for the viewers, no matter how absurd a drama may be, it doesn't matter. As we approach the end of the year, all directors are making their bets. Whether it's a good or bad drama, they will all be released simultaneously, allowing everyone to freely choose.

Conclusion: At present, what people are most excited about is the Chinese New Year movie lineup. After all, with so many dramas airing before the Chinese New Year, the production teams must have sensed the threat and considered movies to be their competition. Therefore, if you don't want to watch disappointing dramas, you can wait a little longer.