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I thought the actor who played the FL was exactly right for the part-she was cute though not spectacularly pretty. But she came across as strong, energetic, and a fighter. The ML (the character, not the actor) was a disappointment - weak, insensitive, and clueless. Someone taking up that much of my viewing time needs some zip on his fast ball. The women who were the initial objects of Tang Qi's romantic feelings weren't believable and their antics were tiresome. Not an engaging plot, although I liked the alpaca and the bronze statue-they were fun. The second leads were both good, especially the FL's best friend. The idea of the magical-bracelet was clever and deserved a better treatment than it got in this series. Six generous stars.

This is such a fantastic story. Super creative and modern, with elements of social media and sci-fi, and the theme of "filters" which is super relevant to our time as something that people are increasingly obsessed about, but interpreted in a way that drives the whole story forward with mystique and the encounters between MMC and FMC.

The cast delivers a solid performance as well that really pulls you in. The chemistry between Tan Jianci and Li Landi is perfect and the banters between them, and mutual scheming is chef's kiss. Jianci is such an amazing actor who honestly just makes every character his own, and it's not exception in this drama, where he plays Tang Qi, a cosmetics phD who is as adorable as he is strategic, but struggles with an sensory overload eye condition. I loveeeed him in this role and it's refreshing to see him play such a unique modern character just as fascinating as Xiang Liu in Chang Xiang Si and Shen Yi in Under the Skin.

Cannot wait to see how the drama and major secret that FMC has been keeping from him be dissolved in the upcoming episodes! The plot continues to deliver, and I can't help but want to find out what happens next already.

The background of the story is set within a cosmetic start up company, and the working culture and everything is very believable also, and definitely will be relatable to anyone who's worked in branding & marketing before. I also really liked the worldbuilding of this drama, where other characters have a full personality that gets to be expressed as well throughout the show, so no character falls flat and is rendered as someone that just passes by. Even FMC's sister has a commanding presence, and so is her friend Lin Yuan.

Honestly can't fault this and so glad to come along such an amazing an entrancing show, with a really wild spin on sci-fi in a very mundane way - not on grandiose concepts like interstellar travel or transhumanism, but something much more toned down, but is a genius play on the classic trope of shapeshifting in modern times with help of technology. The science is not the focus in this drama, but it really enhances the plot and I find the way how it is interpreted to be believable.

Recommend everyone who loves a good romance with just as much mystery / detective flair to watch this drama. It won't disappoint.

Filter is the best show to come out of C drama land this year. Its' wacky, innovative and fun plot keeps viewers interested throughout. No fast forwarding is necessary here. The drama is well cast and well acted. The characters are well rounded and innately human. While the drama keeps its light hearted feel throughout, there were a few emotional scenes that Tan Jian Ci (specifically) knocks out of the park. You really start to feel for his character.

Lost You Forever fans are in for a real treat as there are multiple LYF easter eggs scattered throughout the drama. The author of LYF is also the screenwriter of Filter. What a treat!

Tang Qi and Su Cheng Cheng start the drama with preconceived biases against each other from high school. She was physical phenom and he was the school's top academic student. They meet again as adults working together at a cosmetic company. Due to their biases against each other, there were little opportunities for the two of them to rewrite their relationship, until Su Cheng Cheng receives a magical filter bracelet that allows her to transform her physical appearance into other people, objects and later in the show, even project another appearance onto other people. This bracelet is not without its limitations which opens up a world of chaos and absolutely entertaining scenarios.

Don't let the reviews sway you. This drama gets you laughing until your stomach hurts, cringe due to it's ridiculous antics, think twice about it's commentary about beauty and self love and fall deeply in love with Tang Qi and Su Cheng Cheng. This drama is amazing and well worth the watch.

Overall, The Filter is a heartwarming and entertaining drama that encourages self-acceptance. If you enjoy unique stories with a mix of romance and humor, this is worth watching.

Tang Qi is a dedicated scientist-intelligent, kind, but socially awkward. He approaches life with logic, yet when it comes to love, he is clumsy and sincere. Tan CianJi delivers a charming and refreshing performance, making Tang Qi a lovable and memorable character. His interactions are both humorous and touching, adding depth to the story.

Tang Qi - A Unique Male Lead

Tang Qi is not your typical romantic hero. He is a brilliant scientist, deeply passionate about his work, yet socially awkward and inexperienced in relationships. Unlike many male leads who are confident and charismatic, Tang Qi is thoughtful, a bit clumsy in love, and genuinely kind. His character is well-developed, making him relatable and refreshing.

TAN does an excellent job portraying Tang Qi's quirks and depth. He balances the character's intelligence with an endearing innocence, especially in his interactions with Suo Zhangzhang. His awkward yet sincere approach to love makes for many heartwarming and humorous moments. Unlike cold, overbearing male leads often seen in dramas, Tang Qi is warm, caring, and emotionally open, which sets him apart.

The theme of "girls help girls" or "Pride and Prejudice" is not new, but Filter's approach to it is completely different from the usual. I didn't expect that the deep-seated prejudices in this society would be portrayed in this film through humorous situations. The situations are super funny and surprising; you really can't predict the direction of the story. As soon as you think that the character will resolve the situation according to your thoughts, the next episode will break your preconceived notions in a thought-provoking way. This will make you realize how narrow-minded you truly are.

Each character in Filter has their own strengths and weaknesses. I love how Filter shows us the complete development of each character throughout the episodes. Even the villain character also has a unique personality. Every character that appears in this film shines as if they are the main character in their own story.

A fresh and profound script. The film has many beautiful and creative angles. I think the director deserves a lot of praise. The lead actors truly performed excellently. They built and shaped their characters sincerely. They brought the characters to life and made me both laugh and cry for each one.