Rebirth (冰湖重生): Theme Analysis
Seasonal symbolism and its parallels as portrayed in scenes involving Yan Xun and Zhao Chun Er
Winter: The hint of falling snow
The beginning of a severed bond
Spring: Fallen petals of blooming trees
The glimpse of an unreachable ideal
Autumn: Surrounded by barren trees
Threading the withered path
Summer: Glimpse of the past
Reminiscing the warmth of a memory
Of unfortunate union and inevitable reunion (Rebirth: Episodes 2, 35)
Bright red-themed ▪︎ Dull blue-themed
Symbolism: Rebellion (Yanbei-themed colour) ▪︎ Stability (Dayong-themed colour)
Ceremonial façade ▪︎ Personal dilemma
Symbolism: Ongoing blood feud (with audience) ▪︎ One's own resolve (without audience)
Of spiritual encounter and actual exchange (Rebirth: Episodes 6, 35)
Flourishing blooms ▪︎ Forsaken trees
Symbolism: Hopeful past ▪︎ Hopeless future
Green-themed attire ▪︎ Red-themed attire
Symbolism: Budding (without accessories) ▪︎ Blossoming (with accessories)
Note: Disregarding all incoherence expressed throughout the storyline, the creativity conveyed in scenes involving both Yan Xun and Zhao Chun Er had allowed space for a more meaningful interpretation to be observed in their interactions.