With the debut of the series "Flowers", the atmosphere of the TV drama market has changed. With its unique charm and exquisite production, this work quickly climbed to the peak of ratings, causing widespread social repercussions and discussions. Let's start at the beginning and uncover the characters and stories behind the series. In China's entertainment industry, there are some names that can always shine at a certain moment, and Hu Ge is undoubtedly one of them.
This director, who has been in the film industry, carries his unique film language and artistic vision, crosses over into the field of TV dramas, injecting his cinematic aesthetics into this work, and subtly blurring the boundaries between film and TV series. The production process of "Flowers" can be described as a contest of art and patience. It took six years to prepare and shoot, and the news of the completion of the four times reflects the production team's strict pursuit of high-quality dramas.
Everything in the show, from the seven-fold surge in searches for "pork rib rice cake" to the popularity of the same City walk in the show, all show the strong influence of the series. Regarding the word-of-mouth of the series, the 8.1 score at the beginning was already outstanding, and then it rose against the trend, reaching 8.2 points, proving that the quality of the work has been established undoubtedly. As the plot of "Flowers" deepens, episode 22 shows us a tense and fierce stock war, which is not only a contest of capital, but also a confrontation between human nature and resourcefulness.
Wong Kar-wai's "little fun" is also reflected in the series, and the Hong Kong director's unique "wind and snow" elements are cleverly integrated into the plot, which makes people laugh when watching it, and also adds to the artistic charm of the series. As the last hit drama series in 2023, "Flowers" not only successfully illuminated the screen at the end of the year, but also opened an exciting prelude to the drama market in 2024.
High-quality dramas can not only win the favor of the market, but also leave a deep imprint in the hearts of the audience. The success of "Flowers" is the result of the team's sincere cooperation and unremitting efforts, and it also demonstrates the firm pace of Chinese TV dramas towards high-quality cultural products. The popularity of this drama is not only a victory in ratings, but a victory for perseverance and innovation, and a victory for the diversification and mature development of China's TV drama market.
In the process of maximizing profits, he understands the importance of networking, so he does not hesitate to pay up to 18% of the commission in exchange for information provided by the other party in the transaction with Li and Lee, so as to ensure his dominant position in the investment field. And Li Li is not only Mr. Bao's partner, but also his emotional sustenance. In the daily operation of Zhizhenyuan, she shows a woman's persistence in her career and tenderness in her relationship.
Fortunately, Mr. Bao changed his strategy in time, returned to No. 601, and relied on the hint of "40 yuan/portion of dry roasted beef river" provided by Li Li, and finally successfully withdrew before the price point of 42 yuan, earning a huge amount of money. Behind this investment game, there is an even more thrilling game. The appearance of Qiang Mujie not only exacerbated the tension between Mr. Bao and Li Li, but also pushed them to the edge of the law.
His composure and generosity not only stabilized the situation in Zhizhenyuan, but also aroused great gratitude in Li Li's heart. At the end of the incident, Mr. Bao not only calmed the anxiety of Zhizhenyuan with his actions, but also warmed the hearts of every employee with the temperature of the banknote. And after a tense stock market manipulation and police interrogation, Li Li was exhausted and found a moment of peace in the back seat of Mr. Bao's car.
This story, although it does not directly depict the large-scale scenes of emotional drama, delicately outlines the deep bond between the two characters in a reasonable way. In the intertwining of interests and feelings, every choice of Mr. Bao and Li Li profoundly affects each other's fate. The audience's "knocked it" and "It's too desired!" barrage highlighted the strong feelings that this relationship brought them. This is not just a story about stock market manipulation, but a narrative about trust, choice, and emotional entanglement.
In everyone's life, there will be challenges and temptations similar to those faced by Mr. Bao and Li Li. And their stories remind us to stay true and kind to ourselves and others, no matter how difficult the moments, because these are the forces that sustain us forward. Throughout the development of the whole incident, what we see is that the two souls continue to run in and grow in reality, and it is the display of human nature in extreme situations. And this growth and display make us deeply aware that there are countless possibilities behind every choice in life.
In the bustling city of Shanghai, two bright stars meet unexpectedly, interweaving a complex and delicate life trajectory in the torrent of the market and the whirlpool of emotions. Li Li, a strong woman in the business world, fights against fate, independent and sober. On the map of her career, there is a rather unexpected but indispensable figure - Mr. Bao. Their story, like a well-choreographed script, is full of friction and sparks, temptation and help, confusion and clarity.
However, love, an uninvited guest, quietly broke into Li Li's inner world. Qiang Mujie, Li Li's best friend, has a keen insight, and he saw Li Li's feelings for Mr. Bao. As a friend, he naturally hopes that Li Li can concentrate on his career and not lose his way due to emotional fluctuations. He tried his best to keep Li Li sane, from verbal warnings to revealing information about 601 stocks, hoping that Li Li would gain something and then stick to his position.
After the loss, Mr. Bao's actions were extremely surprising. Still like when he won the money, he sent the commission to Li Li. Behind this behavior, it is not only a change in his view of Li Li, but also a tacit agreement: the previous misunderstanding was mine or not, now let's start again. When Li Li gave advice again, Mr. Bao acted accordingly and won a great victory. When Zhizhenyuan was facing a crisis, Mr. Bao chose to stride in from the main entrance, showing that he had fought side by side with Li Li.
Wong Kar-wai exerted the magic of the camera to the extreme in this plot, Li Li's appearance in the back seat of the car, black silk coiled, the camera lingered from her feet, outlining the outline of her whole body. And the neon light and shadow outside the window, Xin Zhilei took a deep breath and looked up lazily, the lines of her neck looked more and more charming under the light. On the other hand, Hu Ge cooperated tacitly, stepped on the accelerator, let the black car shuttle through the wet streets, and drove the two to a brighter future.
This is not only a personal growth process, but also a deep touch of the heart, evoking people's infinite yearning for love, friendship and dreams. In this story, we see that no matter how things change, sincere emotions and beliefs can always travel through time and space and inspire us to keep going. On a prosperous and lonely night, Mr. Bao gently closed the car door, and the fireworks in his hand lit the night.
However, when the original book of "Flowers" is opened, the depiction of sex in the book is everywhere. With so many female supporting characters in the face, it's no wonder that the characters struggle to hold themselves. As soon as Reiko appeared on the stage, she unabashedly revealed that her bed had been occupied by Mr. Bao, and it was obviously not just a one-night stand between Li Li and Mr. Bao. As the plot develops, it seems that this emotional entanglement in the original book is about to unfold on the screen. The TV adaptation of "Flowers", of course, cannot be completely faithful to the original book, that would be too bold.
However, since the launch of "Flowers", although some voices have questioned its lack of sense of age in the 90s, thinking that the series is just some trivial love trivialities, however, this work has never been a nostalgia and ode to Shanghai in that era, it tells the story of the ephemeral emotions of individuals and falling flowers in the context of the big era. Mr. Bao, the male protagonist in this play, his character creation is far from being summed up in one sentence.
Li Li in the play is a microcosm of many women in that era. Her fate is closely linked to Mr. Bao, whether it is the moment when she engages in post-smoke, or the development of the plot, we can get a glimpse of how a woman finds her place in love and society. Li Li's image is complex and three-dimensional, not only carrying the sweetness and bitterness of love, but also the challenges and helplessness given to her by the times. Of course, in addition to Li Li, Miss Wang and Reiko in the play also play an important role.
From the love and hatred in the play, we can see the attitude of individuals struggling in the social tide, and see people's pursuit and yearning for emotions and life after the prosperity has fallen. After all, "Flowers" tells us with its unique narrative that even in that turbulent era, people's desire and pursuit of a better life never stopped. It's not just nostalgia, it's a deep reflection on that era.
It is this positive force that gives works like "Flowers" an enduring vitality. While looking back on the past, it also provides a valuable reference for our future, making us more determined and confident on the road of pursuing our personal dreams.