Spy war dramas have always occupied a pivotal position in the film and television industry, and their tense and exciting atmosphere and intricate plot trends can always make the audience fall into it and can't stop.
Since the birth of spy war dramas, such dramas produced in the mainland have sprung up like mushrooms after a rain, however, the quality and reputation of the works vary.
Today, we will review together the masterpieces of domestic spy war dramas that have stood out in the past 20 years.
The first is "Hidden and Great", which was launched in 2020.
Although it does not fully fit the style of traditional spy war dramas in some aspects, it is more like a workplace drama focusing on the growth of characters, but it still won the love of the audience with its unique perspective and delicate character portrayal.
In the play, Gu Yaodong, played by Li Yifeng, gradually grew from a novice in the workplace to a hero, and the process was full of truth and emotion.
This was followed by 2017's Kite. This work is not only a spy war drama, but also incorporates profound artistic connotations.
Director and starring Liu Yunlong poured countless efforts into closely linking the historical background of the sensitive period with the fate of the characters, showing a contest between faith and the road to national salvation.
In the play, the character of Zheng Yaoxian is deeply rooted in the hearts of the people, and his complex identity and firm beliefs make the audience feel the complexity and brilliance of humanity in that special era.
Going back further, 2015's "The Pretender" is also a masterpiece not to be missed.
The intricate relationship network between the four sisters and brothers of the Ming family and various forces in the play, as well as the love and hatred between them, make the audience watch it with relish.
In particular, the wonderful interpretation of the roles of Spiegel, Minglou, Mingcheng, and Mingtai is even more unforgettable.
In addition, 2012's "Cliff" is also a high-scoring spy war drama. Set in the Northeast from 1938 to 1945, the play tells the story of Communist agents Zhou Yi and Gu Qiuyan battling wits and courage against the enemy in a treacherous environment.
The portrayal of the villains in the play is real and profound, making the audience feel the cruelty and truth of that era.
Moving back in time, 2010's "Before Dawn" and 2008's "Latent" are classics in spy war dramas.
"Before Dawn" is set in Shanghai in 1948 and tells the story of the life-and-death contest between the CCP's undercover agents and the enemy.
and "Latent" is known as the ceiling of domestic spy war dramas, and its tense and exciting plot and profound character portrayal make the audience have endless aftertaste.
What makes these spy dramas stand out from the crowd is not only because of their exciting plots and excellent casts, but also because of their ability to delve into the complexities of human nature and the power of faith.
These works allow us to see the choices and struggles of people in that special era, and also make us cherish the peace and tranquility of today.