A
Beautiful Life (Original title: Mei li ren sheng) | 2011 | 2h 2m
Genre: Drama/Romance
Country: China
Director: Wai Keung Lau
Writer: Cindy Tang
Cast: Shu Qi, Ye Liu, Anthony Chau-Sang Wong
IMDb: 6.6
My Rating: 10/10
The
encounter between Zhendong and Peiru leads Zhendong to sacrifice everything for
love, even when it means compromising his integrity as a police officer and
allowing his own life to fall apart.
Warning:
Contains scenes of violence, strong language, alcohol, smoking, and sensuality.
Synopsis
of A Beautiful Life
Li
Peiru (Shu Qi) moves to Beijing and tries to build a career as a real estate
agent. Determined to succeed, she does everything she can to impress her
clients, even forcing herself to drink heavily during business meetings.
While
intoxicated, Peiru accidentally meets Fang Zhendong (Liu Ye), a police officer
who happens to be drinking with his colleagues. After helping her return home
safely, Zhendong realizes that he has developed feelings for her.
However,
Peiru is involved in a secret relationship with her married boss. Despite
knowing this, Zhendong continues trying to stay close to her and fulfills
whatever she asks, including helping her investigate her boss's actions.
Zhendong
lives with his younger brother, who struggles with communication and social
interaction but has a talent for art. Carrying the responsibility of taking
care of his family, Zhendong's life is already complicated. Peiru's presence
adds another burden, especially when her selfish decisions cause him to misuse
his authority as a police officer. Eventually, this leads to Zhendong losing
his position.
Meanwhile,
Peiru is fired after discovering that her boss is having an affair with his
assistant. She attempts to start her own business, but it fails. Zhendong sells
his house to support her dream, only to face the painful reality that Peiru
leaves without any explanation.
As
his health declines due to a previous head injury, Zhendong is forced to
confront the consequences of his choices.
Will
their relationship find a happy ending?
Review of A Beautiful Life
A
Beautiful Life is a romantic drama that explores the beauty and complexity
of love. The story is structured well, with a clear development from the
introduction, conflict, and resolution. Throughout the film, viewers are taken
through various emotions, from sadness and happiness to moments that feel
deeply relatable to real-life experiences.
The
cinematography, camera movements, and color composition are beautifully
presented. The soundtrack and sound effects are also carefully selected to
support the emotions of each scene. Interestingly, the film features a Mandarin
adaptation of the famous Malaysian song "Cinta Kita" by Amy Search
and Inka Christie. This may create a sense of familiarity for some viewers who
recognize the melody.
The
performances from the cast are another highlight. The actors deliver their
characters naturally, and the chemistry between them feels genuine. Each
character has a clear role within the story without overshadowing others.
Everything is presented with a balanced approach, making the emotional journey
easier to follow and appreciate.
Overall,
A Beautiful Life is a great choice for viewers who enjoy romantic
dramas. The film may evoke strong emotions toward its characters, especially
Peiru, who appears to take advantage of Zhendong's kindness, and Zhendong, who
sacrifices too much for someone he loves. However, this reflects a reality that
often exists in relationships, where people say that "love is blind."
The
film reminds us that love can inspire beautiful sacrifices, but it can also
make people lose themselves when emotions overpower reason.
Memorable Scene
Peiru,
who reaches the lowest point in her life, accidentally discovers a message
written by Zhendong on a post-it note. Although the note has been torn away,
the impression of the handwriting remains visible. Through this message, Peiru
finally understands how deeply Zhendong cares for her.
This
scene shows that even when we feel as though everything is falling apart and
nobody cares about us, there may still be someone quietly supporting us.
Sometimes, the hardest part is realizing their presence before it is too late.
Memorable
Dialogue
"Thank you for letting me into your life."
Ending
Happy
Ending
Recommendation
Must
Watch
(Aluna
Uwie)
Had
been published in Alunauwie.com
"This article was originally written in Indonesian and has been adapted
into English for international readers."
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