A nighttime tour of Tang City amazed me at the grandeur of this man-made film and television city.
There were many performances, and the scale was quite impressive, but why didn't it feel truly breathtaking? I offer the following analysis:
1. The actors weren't particularly dedicated. Their expressions were dull, their movements were unfocused, and even when they approached the audience, they weren't enthusiastic. The group performances weren't cohesive. Perhaps they were tired from performing multiple shows daily and didn't really enjoy the job.
2. The scriptwriting wasn't professional enough. Three large-scale performances, recommended by netizens as highly worth seeing—Mingde's Victory Song, Suzaku's Display of National Prestige, and Fireworks at Hu Yulou—had no plot at all. They also lacked any relevant content; they were simply light and music shows. If I could offer a suggestion, I'd definitely design them according to a timeline. The first could depict the Tang Dynasty facing war, with assassins attacking the city and warriors rushing to the rescue. The second could see soldiers defending their country, a general returning victorious, and meeting a beautiful woman. The third could feature a beautiful scene of the flourishing Tang Dynasty, with fireworks and water curtains celebrating its splendor. Adding excellent lighting and sound effects would have been even better. 3. There were so many programs, and the venue design was a mess. It was difficult to run around.
Overall, the ticket price was worth it, and the schedule was very fulfilling. The venue was beautiful, with many photo-worthy spots, and it was a very pleasant experience.