#cute programmer

[katswatching]

220. Cute Programmer

“Computers never lie. The human heart is the same in this regard. It doesn't lie, but people often overlook the true thoughts that are hidden deep in their hearts.”

★★★★☆

[sokorra]

I'm rewatching the cdrama "Cute programmer" and I'm noticing a few things I missed the first time.

Spoilers beware:

1) Yi Changs actions towards Lu Li don't seem so impartial this time around. Perhaps because I know where the story is going I get to play more attention to his mannerism and how he reacts to things. The first time around I thought he honestly was just trying to wait out the year and then get divorced. This time it seems like he gave up on that idea pretty early and was trying in his own misguided way to give it an honest try.

He's still emotionally clueless. His best friend is probably his best friend because he's the only one willing to call him a dumbass and point out what YC is missing.

I think Li Man's kinda traumatized him so he doesn't trust his emotions. It's pretty clear he's into Lu Li from the get go even when he thought she was a guy (dude had a bi panic worthy of Shen) and especially after they are married. He doesn't trust easily and I think he thinks she's after something for awhile.

2) maybe it's just the bl streak I was on before this but I think Li Man's bodyguard/PA is in love with her and is also the root of Li Man's misguided attempts to reclaim her ex. She does utter the line, "You are the direction of my life," after all.

I'm at a scene where she doesn't want her to give up on her one true love so keeps pointing out that Yi Cheng must be married to mess with Li Man. She is wrong but I'm thinking he's not upset that it is.

One thing about this show is that he is never interested. That bridge has been burned and turned into cement for a dam. He still has some care but he has no interest in restarting. Everyone is aware of this but his wife and ex-girlfriend. And maybe the bodyguard who just wants her girl happy.

3) Yi Chang gets handsy when he's drunk and there is a Lu Li in his presence. Lu Li has the patience of a saint. When she's not there he's just sad.

4) i still don't see the chemistry between the godsibs.

Honestly, you should watch it if you like rom coms. It's cute and adorable, speaks about mental health issues in a positive way, and Peppa Pig makes an appearance as his "im so chill-not" performance. I

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Asian Drama Review: Cute Programmer

~ Warning! Minor Spoilers! Chinese Drama Review: “Cute Programmer” 程序員那麼可愛 (2021) ~ REVIEW I searched on Prime Video for what I should watch next, and “Cute Programmer” appeared. I remember the leading actress, Zhu Xudan (祝緒丹), from “Eternal Love,” which I love with all my heart. Zhu Xudan is cute and does not look her age; she gives off a youthful vibrancy. I decided to give this Chinese drama…

Asian Drama Review: Cute Programmer

[functionalasfuck]

Yo, I’m trying to watch Cute Programmer but I cannot stand how… casually sexist the beginning is? And how blatantly sexist the male lead is (at least as far as I am at the moment).

I can put up with a lot of stuff. Even a lot of sexism. But please make him likable soon

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Cute Programmer

7/10

So, I cannot find any reviews of this and will do my own. This fits in the entirely OK category. There were the typical misunderstandings and deviations to the couple having their happy ever after. There are some really cute funny scenes and some great moments.

The problem is the male lead doesn’t hit right. It’s not the actors fault, although he doesn’t emote much but this is typical of Chinese male leads. It’s the way he’s written. My main issue is the way he talks to the female lead and the way he treats her. Also, once he loses her, he changes but it’s so abrupt it’s jarring.