I watched this movie when I was in Beijing a week ago.
In the fast-paced world we live in, each of us can sometimes become restless, and even a minor setback can lead to complaints about life's unfairness. We complain about not being born into a wealthy or influential family, and lament starting off at a disadvantage.
However, brave individuals always explore the world first. Hopefully, each of us can be as courageous as Chen Shuo in the movie, bravely being ourselves and pursuing our dreams. As the film says, if we never hit rock bottom, how can we bounce back? Indeed, one can avoid death if they don't live, and there's no loss if one doesn't try. If we manage to avoid extreme happiness, we might also escape the onslaught of sorrow. Living fervently and sincerely is the greatest form of self-respect.
Similarly, in this movie, every role, no matter how small, lives with diligence, positivity, and fervor. Especially when Chen Shuo's mother tells him that "no" can also mean "yes." Because mothers only wish for us to live healthily and happily. Although our own mothers might not have spoken those exact words to us, as we grow older, hearing them becomes a way of healing and compensating ourselves.
As we left the movie theater, my friends and I all agreed that "One and Only" is suitable for all ages. It seems to ignite and explode the passion and desires hidden deep within each of us, as well as our dreams and hopes, in whatever way possible.
I had some doubts initially despite recommendations from friends, thinking it might be good, but I never expected it to exceed all my expectations. What possessed Yibo? The three his new films this year are all of high quality, seamlessly blending reality with enchantment. It's exhilarating; this is true passion, true youth.
