CCTV's recent drama selection vision can be described as vicious, and it frequently hits the heartstrings of the audience. Among the popular dramas, "City in the City" successfully stood out and became the focus of public opinion with its unique perspective and excellent cast. However, in stark contrast to the climaxes in the play and the superb acting skills of the actors, it is the "blandness" of the male protagonist Bai Yufan's acting skills, which has also caused widespread controversy among the audience.
In terms of the authenticity of the story, "City within a City" can be said to have put a lot of effort into it. It delves into the inside story of the financial industry, showing power struggles and human struggles in the workplace. The plot setting and character creation in the play are quite realistic, making people feel as if they are in a world full of temptations and challenges. However, it is this authenticity that exposes the shortcomings of the male protagonist Bai Yufan's acting skills.
Bai Yufan's character Tao Wuji is a migrant worker in a foreign country, although his image conforms to the role setting, but his acting skills seem inadequate. Especially in the rivalry with a group of "emperor" actors, his performance is even more stiff and dull. This can't help but make people question, why is an actor who can get a group of actors to match him so vulnerable in terms of acting skills?
Such skepticism is not unfounded. In the play, Bai Yufan's performance is indeed unconvincing. For example, in the scene where he meets his girlfriend and father, his performance seems too mechanical and deliberate. It was supposed to be a scene full of emotion and dramatic tension, but it was performed by him so plain that the audience couldn't even feel the ups and downs of his heart. This performance makes one wonder if he really understands the character's inner world, or is he just reciting lines mechanically?
In addition to the shortcomings in acting, Bai Yufan also lacks depth in character building. Although the role of Tao Wuji has a complex background and rich emotional line, under Bai Yufan's interpretation, it seems thin and one-sided. It is difficult for the audience to feel the growth and change of the character from his performance, nor can they resonate deeply with it.
However, despite Bai Yufan's acting skills being questioned, "City in the City" still won the audience's love with its excellent plot and cast. This also raises a question worth pondering: in a drama, how much of an actor's acting skills should be occupied?
Some viewers believe that the acting skills of actors are the key factor in evaluating the quality of a drama. They believe that only when the actors' performances are in place can they really touch the hearts of the audience and make the plot more engaging. And Bai Yufan's performance in the play obviously cannot meet their expectations. Therefore, their evaluation of this drama has also been greatly discounted.
But there are also viewers who have a different view. They believe that the acting skills of actors are important, but they are not the only criterion for evaluating a drama. Factors such as plot, director, and editing are equally important. In "A City in the City", although Bai Yufan's acting skills are lacking, the performances of the other actors are quite good, and the plot is compact and engaging. Therefore, they still think that this drama is a good drama worth watching.
This controversy is not without merit. In film and television dramas, the performance of the actor is important, but other factors are also indispensable. A good work requires the concerted efforts of all parties to be presented. And the audience's aesthetics and preferences are also very different, so there will be differences in the evaluation of the same drama.
In addition to the problems of acting and character building, "City within a City" also has some points worth exploring in terms of logic and detail. For example, in some key plot turning points in the play, the director's handling of them is a bit abrupt and blunt, which is unconvincing. In addition, some details are not in place, such as the costumes of the characters, the scene layout, etc., which are a little rough and unrealistic.
Although these deficiencies in details will not affect the quality of the whole show, they are enough to make the audience feel some discomfort and doubts during the viewing process. It also reminds us that when creating a work, we should not only focus on the overall plot and actors' performances, but also work on the details and strive to be perfect.
Overall, "A City in the City" as a hit drama, although it has some shortcomings, its unique perspective and excellent cast still make it a work worth watching. And the controversy about the actors' acting skills is also an important reason why this drama has aroused heated discussions and attention from the audience. In the future, we hope to see more works that can be perfected in all aspects, bringing more wonderful and profound audio-visual experiences to the audience.
I think that "City within a City" is not perfect, but it is enough to set off a feast of eyes and ideas. Although Bai Yufan's acting skills have been questioned, who says that geniuses are not born from grinding? Perhaps it is these controversies that make the characters and the plot more realistic. After all, in the wave of the entertainment industry, traffic and strength often coexist, and the audience's eyes are always bright. The hit of this drama is not only an affirmation of the actors, but also an encouragement for the creators to break through and innovate. In this era of information explosion, we need more such works to ignite our enthusiasm and stimulate our thinking.
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