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In domestic dramas, there is a theme that makes people dream about it, and that is spy dramas.
"The Conspiracy", "Insidious", " Cliff " and other classics are endlessly watched by viewers. However, after " Kite ", the spy war fell into silence. There are many works, but there are not many really good dramas.
In recent years, it seems that there is only one "Renegade" that really gives the audience hope of a revival of the spy war, but it is not as charming as the classic works.
However, the audience's enthusiasm for this type of subject matter has not diminished at all. Although dramas such as " Stalker " and " Thrush " have not passed the passing line, they have received strong ratings.
Just when the audience has become accustomed to the attitude of criticizing spy dramas while watching them, CCTV’s new drama is so hard for people to find fault with -
"Storm Chaser".
has occupied the first place in the ratings for many days in a row, with the peak ratings exceeding 2. At the same time, it has overtaken " and Fengxing " to secure the most popular spot on the entire network.
The spy drama has been a hit for a long time, and it’s finally here!
The plot is fast-paced and the two highlights are eye-catching
"The Storm Chaser" tells the story of the patriotic young man Wei Ruolai (Wang Yibo) who witnessed the darkness of society in the 1930s, gradually found the direction of life, and devoted himself to the right path.
If you want a spy drama to be good, the most important thing is: it’s right!
The play uses two highlights to make people sink into it at once.
The first highlight is the exciting conflicts.
Wei Ruolai obtained the only interview qualification from the Central Bank with excellent results, but unfortunately failed because he could not prove his civilian identity.
But accidentally analyzed that Shen Tunan (Wang Yang), a senior adviser to the central bank, intended to annex private banks, and was recruited by Shen Tunan into the central bank as an assistant.
However, one day after get off work, Wei Ruolai found that his brother whom he had not seen for three years was hiding in his house and was seriously injured. Before he died, he asked him to give the things he had stored to his friends.
Unexpectedly, the thing was twenty gold bars. Wei Ruolai suspected that his brother was an underground party and did not want to get involved and got into trouble. The traitor Li Shengda (played by Liu Tingzuo) was again lying about his identity to obtain information.
At this time, the captain of the criminal investigation team Lin Qiaosong ( Zhang Tianyang ) obtained evidence from Li Shengda and planned to arrest Wei Ruolai and torture him to extract a confession. However, Wei Ruolai had already discovered the clues and paved the way for himself in advance.
How does Wei Ruolai fulfill his brother's last wish? How to take charge of the financial front?
These have become hooks to attract the audience to continue watching. The more they watch, the more they will be immersed in it.
The second highlight is the atmosphere of the times.
People's Daily commented on "The Storm Chaser" -
The most moving thing is the fireworks of the world,
it is not exaggerated, not pretentious, and not divorced from life.
The words are sincere and every sentence speaks to the hearts of the audience. The most important thing about "The Storm Chaser" can win the favor of the audience is the strong flavor of the times.
People come and go in the alleys, rickshaws shuttle through the alleys, and the wonton stalls and shoe repair shops set up randomly on the roadside are filled with a strong smell of fireworks.
All tenants share a wash basin, and pedestrians on the street wear patched clothes. Every detail seems to tell the story of the poor life of little people.
The rich people on the other side of the city attended the Christmas party in gorgeous clothes. The house was full of lights and feasting, and snacks and pastries were placed on the table at will, which was extremely luxurious.
The switching between the two scenes creates two completely different worlds. The desolation of the big era and the happiness of the little people can be felt from this play.
The setting of Fu Huadao may seem trivial, but it is the most sincere expression of this drama. "Wind Chaser" really puts its heart into it.
The cast is strong, and the young actors are surprising.
Spy war dramas cannot do without a strong cast. If the acting skills are not up to standard, no matter how good the script is, it will be useless.
The actors in "Storm Chaser" can hold their characters in place in minutes.
ranks first, Wang Yibo.
Wang Yibo's performance in the new drama continues to surprise people.
At the beginning, Wei Ruolai, who he played, had a youthful character. Whether he was going to the central bank for an interview or helping his neighbor trade stocks, you could feel the timidity in him, which was in line with the initial personality of the character. When
went to the street instead of his brother, he held the newspaper in front of him, secretly peeked his face out from behind the newspaper, and stared at the people walking in the hall. His guilty expression was very funny.
Even when he pretended to threaten others, his eyes were shining with tears, and when the stick was knocked away, there were tears in his eyes. His timid expression was too real.
Wang Yibo’s acting skills have improved.
is second, Li Qin .
Unexpectedly, spy dramas are Li Qin’s comfort zone.
Shen Jinzhen, the character she plays, has the characteristics of the underground party of that era. On the surface, he looks harmless to humans and animals, but in fact, he is capable of handling guns and fighting.
But after seeing the sacrifice of her comrades with her own eyes, she couldn't help crying and vented her emotions like a child. The tears were full of anger and unwillingness. She hated herself for not being able to save her comrades, and she also hated the traitors for brutally killing them.
It is precisely with these emotions that she can continue to stick to this path. Li Qin performed the role of intelligence and sensibility.
is third, Wang Yang.
A character like Shen Tunan, who is happy, angry and silent, is completely within the range of Wang Yang's acting skills.
He exuded a powerful aura from the very beginning, making people unpredictable. When he encountered an explosion, he patted the smoke on his body, as if he was setting off a firecracker.
Needless to say, it goes without saying that he is accustomed to such assassinations, and his calm appearance hides his deep secrets. When
faced the situation set by his shareholders, he took it easy and calm, as if everything was under control. His expression remained cold, and when he raised his eyes, he seemed to predict that he would win in advance.
This role is given to Wang Yang. It is so suitable. Compared with the previous literary and drama parts, I am more looking forward to Wang Yang's performance after the character becomes darker.
In addition, many powerful actors such as Gao Lu, Wang Xueqi, and Yang Kun have joined the drama. Their joining makes this spy war drama even more interesting.
Conclusion:
It’s been a long time since a domestic spy drama has had a hit.
Domestic spy games in recent years have always been "high and low", which makes the audience have reservations about "Storm Chaser".
But, from the current point of view, this drama is very stable.
has done a very good job in terms of the exciting rhythm of the plot and the overall service level. There is no twists and turns in the plot, and it restores the most authentic spy war flavor.
Two young actors, Wang Yibo and Li Qin, took the leading roles, and the effect presented was unexpectedly good. With the support of a group of powerful actors, the acting skills of the whole drama are also guaranteed.
As for whether this drama can continue to stabilize its reputation, it depends on whether the subsequent plot can keep up.
Do you think "Storm Chaser" is good to watch?
