A coming-of-age story revolving around an eccentric genius, an impulsive girl and their classmates of varying personalities.
Acting
Ma Sichun commits to unlikable—absolutely deranged commitment.
Writing
Dialogue that thinks it's smarter than it is, which fits perfectly.
Costume
Zhu Zhu's wardrobe screams 'I have issues and a trust fund.'
Director
Yang Li
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Adapted from a viral Chinese web novel; the 'gaofen di neng' (high score, low energy) protagonist archetype resonated with burnt-out elite students.
The watermelon scene—yes, that one—became a meme for 'deranged romantic gestures that should get you arrested.'
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