This summer, an urban emotional drama "The Story of Rose" was born, breaking the multi-platform ratings record and sparking heated discussions on the whole network. "The Story of Rose" is based on the novel of the same name written by Hong Kong writer Yishu in 1981, the story is based on the heroine "Huang Yimei" spanning more than 20 years of growth story and emotional heart as the main line, in-depth portrayal of contemporary women's life group portraits, vividly interpret their daring to love, dare to hate, bravely bloom wonderful life.
Compared with the original book, although the plot of the TV series has changed, the temperament and spirit are consistent.
In the play, "Rose" has a good family background, has experienced three unforgettable loves and a marriage of firewood, rice, oil and salt, and finally declares his independent and free attitude to life with an excerpt from United States poet Walter's ·Whitman "Song of the Road":
I walked on the road with ease and pleasure
I am healthy and free
The world is in front of me
Long brown road
In front of me
Point to wherever I want to go
from now on
I don't want to be happy anymore
I am happiness myself
I love everything I meet
Everything is accepted
from now on
I'm not restricted
I set myself free
I went wherever I wanted
I preside over me completely and absolutely
"The Story of the Rose" reveals the admiration and desire of contemporary women for spiritual independence, and women's happiness no longer needs to revolve around marriage and family, but emphasizes self-feeling, which is a state of daring to love and hate, chic and casual, living in the present, and being self-sufficient.
On the other hand, in 1981, when the novel was born, I have to say that Yishu's concept of love is very forward-looking. At first glance, it seems to be love first, hedonism, once love disappears, the old joy is like a dream, the new love can be found, not obsessed with the past, only the pursuit of the present, in fact, in her opinion, the essence of Hong Kong society is centered on men, everyone is selfish, all drill camps, hypocrisy, treacherous and rampant, there is no real sense of love at all, in the era when people's hearts are not believable, only rely on themselves! Through "The Story of Roses", she warns female readers that developing an independent character and the ability to make a living is the only way out, and that they can be invincible and enjoy life freely without relying on others. Yishu's frankness is like the "rose" in the book and play, daring to tell the truth, not whitewashing life, and pinning happiness on his own ideals and pursuits, this strong female consciousness calls on a new generation of women to be self-loving, self-reliant and self-reliant, and become a truly complete person who does not rely on men.
At the recent "How to Answer the Marriage Questionnaire - 'Rose Story' Sisters Chat Meeting" held by Shanghai Xinchao Bookstore, outstanding female readers from all walks of life expressed their opinions and talked about their understanding of the image and value of women in TV dramas and novels.
Wang Xia, founder of Shanghai Xinchao Bookstore:
Compared to "Rose", the character of "Su Su" (Su Gengsheng) is more awe-inspiring to me. The girl was insulted by her stepfather, but instead of "justice" for her, her mother even slandered her and took the initiative to seduce. Many years have passed, and after learning that other girls have been hurt like her, she bravely stands up, exposes her scars, and faces the unbearable past, just to bring the perpetrators to justice. I truly admire such a woman who is affectionate, righteous, brave and resourceful, she can bring courage and confidence to more girls!
Reader Ho Zoe:
Wang Zengqi, a master of Chinese culture, said that something must be loved. This "love" is not love for your parents, husband, or children, but a hobby that allows a woman to live her life. Ordinary girls don't have the conditions of Huang Yimei in the play, they can sign up for an aviation class without blinking, but the motivation to learn is given by themselves, only learning can give you the rhythm of always synchronizing with society, and can give you the confidence to make any life decisions without being instigated by others. The last sentence of the original work of "The Story of Rose": "Love can carry a boat, or it can overturn, but who wants to be in a pool of stagnant water and never have waves?" "If you want to escape from the backwater, you must first have a strong willpower to change, everything is difficult at the beginning, if you don't take it, that road will never exist.
Reader Xiaoya:
"The Story of the Rose" is a mixed bag, and despite its strong Mary Sue overtones, this novel really tells the story of a woman's coming-of-age. The work breaks the traditional notion of women from the beginning to the end, and the life of "Rose" is like a gorgeous adventure. Her beauty and intelligence make her comfortable in social situations, but she never relies on these external things to define herself. She has a passionate attitude towards love with reason, and knows when to devote herself and when to step away. None of us are roses, but every woman can live her own life.
Reader Soup Soup:
"Rose" can still file for divorce with the most genuine reason "I don't love you anymore" after having children, which is the greatest responsibility for herself and the greatest protection for her children. Most women in traditional society choose to "start from the beginning", which is inseparable from the patriarchal culture and strict requirements for women in the society at that time. Now, the new generation of mothers is also exploring the love and sense of responsibility of women in the new era. Love and responsibility go hand in hand, and love is no longer the only love for the man (the dominance of the family), but the love for all members of the family, including the woman herself.
Readers:
The best thing about this drama is that each heroine has her own highlight moments, not just "Rose" and a "big heroine". Even Guan Zhizhi, who was the first to appear in order to accompany the "rose", learned to be free and independent, instead of "tearing" the rose. The whole drama conveys to us that every woman can gain courage and control over her life through inner self-awakening.
"Love is together, if you don't love you are separated". In fact, it is never the feelings that are complicated, but the various fetters brought about by the feelings. Some people deviated from the course in the left and right, and some people found their original intention in going around and around. It's just that there is no established map in life! Are you still willing to pick up that dusty love? Whether to run to the road without looking back or chew an expired piece of gum, everyone has their own choice.
The forty-year-old "roses" live transparently and freely, but can the "roses" in reality live their own world?
Reporter / Zhang Wenjing
Editor / Zong Zhelin
Photo / Courtesy of Shanghai Xinchao (Female) Book House
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