A Lucid Dream (2024)
A Clever and Surprising Short-Length Series | Unique premise, unexpected twists, and a touch of romance. Dive into this intriguing drama!
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| Original Title | 不知剧情也无妨 |
|---|---|
| Formats | Streaming |
| Seasons | 1 |
| Episodes | 24 |
| Duration | 18 mins |
| Status | Ended |
| Year | 2024 |
| First Air Date | January 28, 2024 |
| Last Air Date | February 9, 2024 |
| Broadcast Day | monday, tuesday, wednesday, thursday, friday, saturday, sunday |
| Network | Tencent Video |
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Synopsis
Zhang Yi Meng, who lives in the present day, is convinced that she is a princess who has travelled from the ancient state of Xi, and she tries by all means to return to the past. An unexpected faint brings her back to the ancient state, where everything feels familiar yet strange. However, this is actually a treatment process planned for her by her father and her psychiatrist Song Jing Cheng! What is fiction and what is reality?
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Editor's Review
A Clever and Surprising Short-Length Series
“A Lucid Dream” is a delightful short-length series that clocks in at around 3+ hours total. If you’re a fan of clever storytelling, unexpected twists, and a touch of romance, this drama is worth your time—provided you avoid spoilers. As the native title, “不知剧情也无妨” (which translates to “It Doesn’t Matter if You Don’t Know the Plot”), suggests, the less you know going in, the better the experience.
Plot Summary: Zhang Yi Meng (played by Wang Ya Jia) lives in the present day but firmly believes she’s a princess who has time-traveled from the ancient state of Xi. Desperate to return to the past, she unexpectedly faints and wakes up in the ancient state. Everything feels both familiar and strange. But here’s the twist: this apparent time-travel is part of a treatment process orchestrated by her father and psychiatrist, Song Jing Cheng (played by Cheng Yu Feng). The drama therapy involves reenacting the ancient time Yi Meng believes she’s in. As viewers, we’re treated to a rollercoaster of surprises, funny incidents, and unexpected plot developments.
What Works:
- Unique Premise: Unlike typical short-length dramas, “A Lucid Dream” doesn’t rely on clichés or mainstream plotlines. Instead, it offers something fresh and intriguing.
- Well-Written Story Flow: The drama keeps us guessing with each episode, introducing surprises and cliffhangers. Just when you think you’ve figured it out, a plot twist changes everything.
- Clever Use of Drama Therapy: The reenactment of ancient times serves as both a psychological treatment and a narrative device. It blurs the lines between fiction and reality, keeping viewers engaged.
Romance and More: While romance isn’t the central focus, there’s a subtle romantic thread. But the heart of the drama lies in its unique premise and the mystery surrounding Yi Meng’s delusions.
Recommendation: I highly recommend “A Lucid Dream” for those seeking a short but captivating watch. Remember, it truly doesn’t matter if you don’t know the plot—just dive in and enjoy the ride!