Drama Digest
Grandma Lin had established “Sunshine Home” for the elderly to reside in peace. By a cruel twist of fate, that is, the death of her grandmother, Ye Xiao Mei ends up being in charge of the nursing home. Then there’s Guo San Shuang, a crafty salesman trying to scam the nursing home residents by selling health products and filling up his pockets. He schemes to admit his grandfather as a resident and makes his way into the premises of “Sunshine Home”.
As the series unfolds, we get a glimpse into the lives of the aged who reside in the home, come across their different personalities, hear their stories and resolve their issues. Ye Xiao Mei and Guo San Shuang initially start on the wrong footing but gradually grow closer as they work together to keep grandma Lin’s legacy alive.
The Feel-Good Part
It’s a heart touching slice-of-life drama that plays with every single of its characters (both the leads and the sides) and gives some character development to every single one of them. Through the different residents, the story tackles different old age issues with humour and warmth. The romance between the main leads isn’t a passionate swirl but a quiet acceptance of the heart. Ageism is an inevitable truth of life, but living in the “Sunshine Home” somehow softens the blow as the residents are well cherished, cared for and truly valued.
The Disappointing Factor
The story could have had slightly faster pacing and may appear unnecessarily drawn out to some at times. The romance isn’t much focussed on and is only implied as an undertone. The story of the different residents could have been dealt with in a more cohesive manner. The old side characters would completely disappear as soon as their particular arc would end, which gave the story a disconnected feel.
In-Depth Analysis
Ye Xiao Mei goes from an immature manhua artist who is reluctant to take on responsibilities to the person-in-charge of “Sunshine Home” and the one the residents could depend on through all their troubles. She is assisted by Guo San Shuang, who also has his own redemption arc. The show beautifully captures the good and bad of growing old through its multi-dimensional characters. In time, Ye Xiao Mei embraces her grandma’s legacy as her own and strives to give the residents the love and care they deserve.
Star Power
Janice Wu does an excellent job in playing the firm, no-nonsense Ye Xiao Mei with a soft heart. Bai Jing Ting’s character brings much-needed comic relief to a show that could have easily been heart-wrenching. The two leads manage to add magic into every scene. The drama also has an amazing supporting cast, particularly the old actors who embody their characters and carry the show forward.
Overall Opinion
The drama is suitable for people who have affinity for shows that portray meaningful relationships, wholesome interactions and good character development; all with a sprinkle of romance on top. So, if you ever want to binge watch a show with your grandparents, this is the one for you.
