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All of these reviews below are from movie critics, writers, producers, etc in China who attended SOWK’s premiere and watched the film.

 

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1. 战å°çƒ½ (Entertainment critic): Is this really the first time Wu Yifan acted in a movie? Why does it not look like that, be it the way he delivered his lines or the way he controlled his expression. He is so young, but so experienced. Just like his song in the movie, this “little fresh meat†has such a warm and attractive voice. There is absolutely no justice anymore! Highly recommend “Somewhere only we knowâ€, because there is Wu Yifan who wants to give us a surprise!

2. ç”° 金 åŒ (Entertainment marketing expert): First time acting and already playing the role of a single father with a complicated family background, this is not an easy challenge for Wu Yifan. But fortunately, this “little fresh meat“‘s performance didn’t seem inexperienced at all! He not only showcased his handsomeness, but each of his look is also very enchanting. We can say, in this love story with Wang LiKun in Prague, every looks every actions from Wu Yifan, all were cinematic! This “little fresh meat†is totally not simple.

3. 奔波儿çžä¸Žçžæ³¢å„¿å¥” (Famous verified blogger): Rhythm of the story is very great. One vote-up for Xu Jinglei. The male lead is even more beautiful than all of the actresses. One vote-up for Wu Yifan. Let’s bring your boyfriend, let’s bring your girlfriend, let’s bring enough tissues, going to the cinema on the Valentine. Xu Jinglei has a date with you!

4. å¸é©¬å¹³é‚¦ (Politics and culture critic): Wu Yifan’s sense of acting is very accurate. A reserved and silent Chinese guy living in Prague, meeting a Chinese girl who appeared like a fairy. That “fireworks†feeling was performed convincingly. The love in a foreign country always has that bittersweet taste of people who rely on each other. The expression that melted into the eyes the Wu Yifan, actually there is only one word to describe it: sincere.

5. 刘闻雯 (Writer): Congratulations to the 6th movie of Xu Jinglei director. Wish the box office sales will do well. First time acting in a movie and already being the male lead, Wu Yifan did an excellent performance, totally changed my prejudice.

6. æ°´æœ¨ä¸ (Writer): Finally I want to say something about Wu Yifan. The love between an older woman and a younger man is easy to be filmed as a relationship of a strong woman and a soft man, it’s rather simple. But Director Xu has created a story between a strong man and a delicate woman, when the man is dominant, calm, collected and always knows what he is doing. Wu Yifan already has this aura. It is very similar with “My Lovely Kim Sam Soonâ€. If it’s not for Hyun Bin, that relationship wouldn’t be made. With this case, if it’s not for Wu Yifan, it can’t be made either.

7. æ阿漠 (Film critic): â€œSomewhere only you know†is the movie for both people who do and don’t believe in the existence of love. Just like that line: “If he is not together with you, he is not the right person. If he is the right person, you will not lose him.†As a newcomer, Wu Yifan already challenged himself with this complicated role like this, I give him 80 points. This Valentine, you will definitely need to watch it.

8. 芷å®æ£•æ¦ˆ (Writer, film critic): The new movie of director Xu Jinglei “Somewhere only you know†can even make people don’t believe in love to be able to calmly watch it till the end. The cinematography was very sophisticated and elegant. The symphony â€œMy Country†by Smetana was used as one of the soundtracks, bringing out the nostalgic feel. The classic English song “Right here waiting†made a lot of people teary during the ending. Wu Yifan has made a lot of effort to prove he is not only about looks.

9. å•å½¦å¦®Lvyanni (Writer): Wu Yifan completed his first role successfully, deserved to be trusted and admired. Director was so fond of him. The way he delivered his lines gave the feel of nothing but the truth. He enjoyed the sunlight of true love, also accepted dark side of the reality. Fortunately, he did not turn this role into a kind of Charming Prince. He can move forward a little slower, big achievement doesn’t come after one night. He must believe in himself that he is irreplaceable. (note: the last part is more like he is very self-assured)

10. å°‘ 言 (Entertainment expert): "Little fresh meat" Wu Yifan is very handsome, and doesn’t have that fishy smell of the local idols as my impression. Very nice and down-to-earth. Will be the most-wanted-item for the big screen.

11. 赵清晖: At first I didn’t expect highly of Wu Yifan, but with this movie he truly gave me a surprise. The famous producer Xu Wen and the PR expert Liu Yan, all did cry. My favourite line is: “Sorry, I’m a nouveau riche.â€

12. 木雕禅师 (Producer, film critic): “Somewhere only we know†is the movie being filled with love. Xu Jinglei was very keen. Expressions of Wu Yifan made a lot of people surprised. Very touching story. If you are not together, it’s not the right person. If it’s the right person, you will not lose them. In our life there are many imperfections, but there is always a true love which belongs to only you, still waiting for you in the future…

13. 丑鱼尼莫 (Verified blogger): Director Xu Jinglei emphasized more than one time that she chose Wu Yifan not because of his popularity, but because of his out-standing aura and the feel from his eyes. The reality proved that her choice to be risky was right. Wu Yifan reached the big screen the first time, but could already play the role of a single father, a good son, a love-sick warm guy with so much diversity. Director Xu has found out and trained “Rourou†successfully!

14. 王芸Wing (Screen writer): Watching this movie, from the bottom of my heart I am very happy for Director Xu, also very proud of her. Starting with an idea, she has come a really long way. In order to make a movie, she must give a lot and a lot, but once again, she did it, and did very well. Look at the big screen, I can’t help but feeling these two people (Xu Jinglei and Wu Yifan) were born for the cinema. 10th Feb, go to watch and feel it by yourself!

15. 何亚娟 (Publisher):Those who love Wu Yifan, come here! Today I was honored to watch the new movie of Director Xu Jinglei early. Her works is still very good, there are funny scenes and also crying scenes. Prague is beautiful, Wu Yifan is very handsome, my eyes were so pleased. The great love from the old generation is very touching, with the modern love of the new generation, both gave us inspiration about love. I was so into the movie, crying several times while watching it. Released in early February. Highly recommended!

16. 鞭鞭于白水 (Screen writer): Today I was invited to the premiere of Director Xu Jinglei’s upcoming movie “Somewhere only we knowâ€. Same place, two generations of love, a very sensible romance film in Xu Jinglei’s style, absolutely the best choice for couples to have a warm Valentine. Not only that, the beauty of Wu Yifan has reached a new level. Fanqin, you guys are so lucky!

17. 胡æ´ceasma (Entertainment agency manager): It’s snowing, so beautiful ~ If the person you love might be not together with you forever, might be away from you one day, do you still choose to love him? Do you still dare to love him? “Somewhere only you know†only people who are in love know! (laugh) Very touching, beautiful cinematography, nice music… The beauty of Wu Yifan broke the standard , winning over all of other actors and actress in the movie. Looking forward to his performance in Fading Wave!

18. é“ä»» (Magazine reporter): Attended the premiere of “Somewhere only we knowâ€, it’s not bad at all. Prague is beautiful, but what caught my full attention is new couple Wu Yifan and Wang Likun. The sunshine boy and natural-beauty girl, all of them just naturally shined. The meaning of the movie is also wonderful: To love is to be responsible, to try to be together.

Translated by princessyifan.tumblr.com. TAKE OUT WITH FULL CREDIT!

 

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To summarize (and this is how I'm taking all their opinions), his performance was not 100% perfect (as this is still his first acting gig) but he gave a convincing performance of a complex character and he did the role justice. I'll reserve judgement until I watch it for myself, of course, but everything certainly seems promising!

 

Watch the latest trailer here:

 

 

 

In-depth review with spoilers written by a senior movie critic! Again, there are spoilers!

 

The film, “Somewhere Only We Know†is not a simple romance film. From the storyline to the style, from the beautiful scenary of Prague to the transitioning of two generations, from the transitioning to Xu Jinglei to Wang Likun, from Wang Shuo’s scripts to Mark Lee’s cinematography, with an addition of new songs as well as covers of old songs, there is so much to write about. However, what we’re writing today is not about those, it’s about the rookie actor that borrows this movie as his acting debut, Wu Yifan. 

 

For the audience who haven’t watched the movie yet, they might be suspicious over Wu Yifan’s acting. He is an idol singer, so maybe people will think his objectives is to constantly rank high in the popularity charts, what’s there to talk about in his acting skills? In reality, it’s Wu Yifan’s acting that gains points to the movie. Below, we’ll talk about why he is irreplaceable in the movie. 

 

First off, Peng Zeyang (Yifan’s character) is not your average wealthy Chinese boy that is residing in an European country. Unlike the typical male leads in romance films that act like a “warm†man or a flirtatious man, Peng Zeyang is none of these. He is a self-reliant man who is a single father, a kind and sensitive cello player. This character needs to have someone who is humble and bright, lively yet lazy, rational and have an artistic sensibility, and childish with a kind heart. All of these qualities are found in this young idol singer Wu Yifan.

 

This character has a rebellious past and a complicated living environment. His father abandons his mother for another woman, his mother is diagnosed with depression, he has a daughter with a friend’s friend at the age of 19, and needed to raise his daughter on his own. He is what we called as a “problem teenagerâ€. However, Wu Yifan quickly resolves the problems, always maintaining a youthful energy, making the audience feel inspired. It’s hard to believe that his is a rookie. Especially in the scene where both he and his mother are taking psychotropic drugs, invokes tears from the audience. 

 

Of course, since it’s a romance film, the main point is the emotional change. Wu Yifan’s acting is realistic and natural, so whether it’s the scene where he first meets Jin Tian (Likun’s character), or the developing relationship of healing each other heartbreaks, none of the scenes lose their texture. 

 

To summarize everything, the character’s subtle emotions and complicated love ignite the success of Wu Yifan’s first movie. His outer appearance, bright temperament, and hard-working attitude are what make his character shine.

 

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Now i want to see it. Let me know when engsubs are out

 

Since the trailers are subtitled + movie is going to be released in western hemisphere, I think it's safe to say the movie itself will have English subtitles in theatres.

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