Is the mainland version of "Let's Watch the Meteor Shower" really worse than the Taiwan version?

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The self-made idol drama "Let's Watch the Meteor Shower", which has been widely promoted by Hunan Satellite TV (some say it is a solo idol drama), has finally been aired. Perhaps this is a phenomenon that plays into the hands of the producers. As soon as the show was aired, it caused a lot of controversy. Netizens accused "Let's Watch the Meteor Shower" as being "copycat" and ridiculous. Netizens regarded the show as "copycat". The play was nicknamed "Thunder Shower", and some people even wrote cruel words such as "If it kills me, I will shut up." It seems that this play has made "people and gods angry".

With doubts, the author took some time to enjoy the play. Facing the criticism, the author sincerely discovered that Chinese film and television actually really needs this kind of "copycat" version of "Meteor Shower"! Why do you say this? ——

First, in the current environment of Chinese film and television idol dramas, which idol drama is not the "Shansai version"?

The "copycat version" is the most criticized aspect of the show, so much so that even the main creative staff had to defend it one by one. Indeed, whether it is replacing F4 with H4 or the setting of the four male protagonists, "Let's Watch the Meteor Shower" has obvious traces of the Taiwanese idol drama "Meteor Garden", but the problem is that the drama has been clear from the beginning of planning It is to make a mainland version of "Meteor Garden". It is common for film and television to use the independent innovation of already famous TV series to remake them. "Meteor Garden" itself is also a remake. Such methods should be normal and unnecessary. Accusing.

Idol dramas (including a series of related operating techniques) originated in Japan, and were later imitated by Taiwan, South Korea, Hong Kong, etc. and gradually developed into their own genre. The reality that everyone has to admit is that most of the idol dramas with extremely high ratings nowadays are from Hong Kong, Taiwan, Korea and Japan. China's idol dramas started late and are still in the exploratory and learning stage. In such an environment of idol dramas, which mainland idol drama does not have the shadow of other idol dramas, and which mainland idol drama is not the so-called "copycat version"? In fact, "copycat" is not terrible. "Copycat" mobile phones can slowly develop into famous brands, and movies and TV series are more likely to develop into a genre of their own. The development of Taiwan's idols also started as a Japanese-style "copycat". The famous "Little Tigers" at that time was also a "copycat version" of Japan's "Boys", but eventually it became its own group and developed into an independent brand. . Therefore, the "copycat phenomenon" of "Let's Watch the Meteor Shower" is not terrible, and there is no need to criticize it!

Second, idol actors need to spend a lot of energy in packaging and training, and Hunan TV is leading in this regard.

The actor's appearance is another topic that netizens criticized the show. Especially the appearance of Yu Haoming, who plays Duan Mulei, was nicknamed "Aunt Yu" by some netizens. To be honest, Yu Haoming's style is indeed very different from his own, but I think this is a problem of improper casting rather than a styling failure! Yu Haoming has a sunny and cute appearance and a tender face. In the "Happy Boys" that year, his singing level was weak, but he still relied on his appearance to reach sixth place - it should be said that he has the conditions to star in an idol drama. But Duan Mulei in "Huaze Lei" happens to be a boy with a cold and unsmiling appearance, but a delicate heart. For such a character, Yu Haoming's shortcomings of tenderness are exposed - he is only a child, but the character's He must not only be handsome, but also know how to love each other deeply, and be an idealist who uses his inner emotions to beautify the world. Therefore, the stylist had to make him more mature, which is not surprising!

Idol dramas seem simple, but in fact the most difficult thing is that the development of idols requires a lot of effort and money. In this regard, Hunan TV is obviously one step ahead in thinking. Both Yu Haoming and Wei Chen developed it themselves through the "draft competition" that has already made a fortune. Using their own people, the cost has been greatly reduced. Although Yu Haoming's role is inappropriate, part of this is because the script was not adjusted according to the actor's true character. Regardless of whether you criticize or praise Zhang Han (Murong Yunhai) for his old face, Zheng Shuang (Chu Yuxun) for his cleverness, etc., Hunan TV's energy and ideas in packaging idols are worthy of recognition! What's more, packaging and promoting famous celebrities costs a lot of money!

Third, product placement not only does not require fuss, but should be vigorously developed.

As for the problem of product placement mentioned in the accusation, it is even more characteristic of Chinese thinking! Product placement is simply an indispensable means in the development of film and television dramas. Even films like "Infernal Affairs" have product placement, and idol dramas have them. It is completely normal. Anyone who has participated in the financing and filming of Chinese film and television dramas knows how difficult it is to finance film and television dramas in mainland China! Product placement can solve a large part of the problem of filming expenses. Not only is this not a fussy "mistake", but it is one of the methods of film and television production that must be vigorously developed! However, the most important thing is that product placement must not be divorced from the plot, nor should it be too obvious! The best product placement should be accepted by the audience quietly, which puts higher demands on our idol drama writers!

Fourth, China needs a professional team of idol drama writers.

Other criticisms, such as "the lines are very awkward", "the plot is ridiculous", "the hero and heroine" have different characters, etc. From the perspective of the phenomenon, there is a lot of hype, but they generally fall into the category of plot creation. . I don’t know when it started. People always think that the creation of idol dramas is very simple, and it seems that people can do it. In fact, this is the biggest misunderstanding of idol dramas! As you can see, whether it is a Korean and Japanese idol drama, or an idol drama from Hong Kong and Taiwan, the plot and human relationships are very simple, as if it is a low-IQ game. But this does not mean that the level of screenwriters in idol dramas is very low. On the contrary, because of this, the screenwriters of idol dramas are even more difficult!

The target of idol dramas is boys and girls who worship idols. Therefore, for the screenwriter of idol dramas, he must have very fashionable views and thinking, and he must write things suitable for young people. However, idol dramas must not only be fashionable and avant-garde, but also have a plot, be sensational, and be appropriately exaggerated but not divorced from life, especially in the mainland. Due to the influence of approval and cultural inherent concepts, idol drama screenwriters still have to You have to make up something thoughtful! ——My dear, the person who can satisfy this need is probably a hybrid animal that is neither old nor young, wise but stupid, and stupid! The main reason why "Let's Watch the Meteor Shower" is currently criticized is the script! It’s because our idol drama scripts are not yet mature! Our idol drama screenwriter group is not yet a complete team!

Based on the author’s many years of experience and thinking, my personal opinion is that Chinese idol dramas need a united team of screenwriters - young people have a strong sense of the times and understand the thoughts of their peers, so there must be screenwriters of the right age. young people; but young people lack experience and life experience, and due to the obvious cultural complex in the mainland and other factors, screenwriters cannot do without an experienced "older generation" screenwriter; and the most important thing is that this The screenwriting team must also have a pivotal screenwriter who is familiar with market operations and can connect the two "generations" of screenwriters, old and young! (Please note that this role cannot be fulfilled by ordinary producers, this one must also be a screenwriter!) - Isn't it easy? But such a team can indeed create an idol drama that may truly stand on its own. China's idol dramas have just started, and it is normal for Hunan TV's "Let's Watch the Meteor Shower" to have many shortcomings in the script. The creation of idols is not simple at all. This requires us to slowly improve and establish it through exploration.

Fifth, idol drama is an independent film and television drama.

The last few remaining accusations were originally boring and were not mentioned at all. For example, the drama was filmed at Xiamen University but was renamed Alliston Business School, the young man's car in the drama was "not a famous brand", the investment in the drama was too large and the effect was not visible, etc. These accusations, except for a few reasons that the script could be more clever, are basically because the reviewers view idol dramas through colored glasses!

Should idol dramas develop? The answer is yes! Now that there is a market for idol dramas from Hong Kong, Taiwan, Korea and Japan, they have made enough money for our TV station. Of course we have to develop our own idol dramas - otherwise, should we let outsiders make all the money? To develop idol dramas, you must understand one thing: idol dramas are a very independent type of drama in film and television. Never look at idol dramas from the perspective of serious dramas! The ban on "Meteor Garden" that occurred a few years ago was actually a misunderstanding in thinking.

Idol dramas are written for the entertainment of young people who are chasing fashion. There is no need to place too many demands on them. You cannot ask historical dramas to talk about the financial crisis, and of course you cannot ask idol dramas to talk about masterpieces passed down from generation to generation. Idol worship is a stage in human life, and idol dramas are for young people at this stage to enjoy. It's just a genre. Just like we cannot sanctify historical dramas, we will never demonize idol dramas! Let idol dramas weave dreams about idol stories. Our film and television development originally requires "a hundred flowers to bloom"!

In my impression, the first place where idol dramas were produced in the Mainland should be Shanghai. "Sixteen Years Old" and later "Eighteen Years Old Sky" all have some elements of idol dramas, but they are all Because the traces of "serious drama" are too strong to be called a strict idol drama. And in this way, Hunan TV dared to use a brand-new thinking and took the first step at the risk of being criticized as a "copycat" by the world. As the Chinese film and television industry, this kind of attempt should be applauded! Regardless of the outcome, it is by no means a bad thing for a Chinese idol drama to take such a beautiful first step! The author believes that one day mainland idol dramas will become a genre of their own, taking back most of the stolen idol drama market cake from Hong Kong, Taiwan, South Korea and Japan. What's more, "Let's Watch the Meteor Shower" is not too unsuccessful judging from the results. The person who said "I'm so shocked that I will shut up" also said "I will watch it episode by episode." If so, film and television works that have an audience cannot be dismissed as complete failures! !

Shout for "Let's Watch the Meteor Shower"! Support Chinese film and television to develop their own idol dramas!