Top 10 Must-Watch Movies for Summer 2018

Familiar actor Liu Kaiwei returns in a remarkable role in The Wild Chronicles. Based on the novel of the same name by author Ge Chetai Hongshi, this story follows a young boy born with a terminal illness. He comes to understand the value of life only to watch it slip away as he faces an inevitable death. After eighteen years of isolation and pain, the boy finally succumbs to fate. Yet, death is not the end—it marks the beginning of a new journey, one filled with reincarnation, karma, and a bright new future in the cycle of life.

Another Chinese romantic drama for your early summer watchlist is Mood for Love. The film follows the love story of the lonely girl, Su Chi Ha, and the mature man, Wang Daishu. As they meet, fall in love, and grow together, the story explores their emotional journeys. Through tales of romance and everyday life, the film portrays the philosophical views on love and the emotions that modern city women experience when in love. With a stellar cast including Chung Han Dong, Ha Quan Tzu, Tui Tang, and Zhang Yue Jia, this 19-episode series received great praise from viewers.

If you're a fan of historical dramas, mythology, and martial arts, then The Gentle Queen is a must-watch. The story follows Ha Chun Yu, a noblewoman tasked by Duke Wang to infiltrate the Black Wind Tribe as a spy, aiming to uncover evidence of their connection with the crown prince. However, as she grows closer to Bai Chong in the tribe, her loyalty to her country is tested as she faces a difficult choice between love and duty.

Meanwhile, the modern woman, Die Jia Dao, finds herself transported through a mysterious meteorite to the ancient dynasty of Huai Song, where she becomes Die Can Xuan, the daughter of the local governor. She is kidnapped and used as a pawn to test Ha Chun Yu's loyalty. Amid danger, Jia Dao's culinary talents earn her respect, and her ability to turn peril into opportunity shines. The film blends humor with action, portraying a powerful love story and a bond of brotherhood.

School life may not be a new theme, but The Summer That Flew By still captivated viewers with its youthful cast and natural performances. Based on the novel by Ming Qian Wu Hou, the story follows the clever but underperforming student, Ha Lak, who jokingly claims she will get into a prestigious university. Meanwhile, the studious and seemingly arrogant Zhang Yuan has a determination that matches her ambition.

As Ha Lak's persistence moves Zhang Yuan, their relationship blossoms, and they decide to apply to the same university. However, as they experience different paths and emotions, their connection begins to fade, and they find themselves drifting apart. At a crossroads in life, will their paths cross again years later, and will their hearts still beat as they did before?

Diệp Chiêu Giáo (Dĩnh Nhi) is an employee at the Nhuận Tề department store. She is loved by everyone for her optimistic, strong personality, and her willingness to help friends in need. Her boyfriend, Giản Thần Diệp (Nhậm Ngôn Khải), is a serious artist who refuses to sell his paintings for money and depends on Chiêu Giáo's income.

One day, Diệp Chiêu Giáo happens to meet Tề Tường (Ngô Kỳ Long), the director of the jewelry brand Trần Thế. Recognizing her design talent, Tề Tường immediately hires her for his company. Due to conflicts in their lives, Chiêu Giáo and Thần Diệp part ways. Tề Tường begins to fall for her without realizing it. At the same time, the young director of Trần Thế embarks on a search for an invaluable treasure named Trần Thế. With Chiêu Giáo's help, he eventually finds it. This is the core story of The Jewel Kingpin.

This is the perfect choice for those passionate about adventure and action genres. The film The Tiger Squad: Extreme Warfare follows an elite sniper unit, trained to the highest standards to take down dangerous criminals. The storyline is intense and thrilling, with edge-of-your-seat moments. The plot revolves around the team's battle against crime while exploring the psychological aspects and complex relationships within the unit. Throughout each episode, the talented cast, including Ngô Trác Hy, Miên Kiều Vỹ, and Trương Triệu Huy, leaves a lasting impression on the audience.

"Happiness is like a bubble, easily shattered under the summer sun. Love is suffering, and it requires pain to reach its full depth." Following the success of *The Young Girl on the Wind*, Minh Hiểu Khê's novel *Summer Bubbles* is adapted into a film. Featuring a young cast including Tần Tuấn Kiệt, Trương Tuyết Nghênh, and Huỳnh Thánh Trì, many initially opposed their casting, doubting they could surpass the legacy of their senior actors. However, the release of new posters for the film version of *Summer Bubbles* has somewhat silenced the critics, as the beauty of the lead actress, Hạ Mạt, portrayed by Trương Tuyết Nghênh, has left a strong impression. The film is set to premiere on May 8, 2018.

Great news for Chinese romance fans! The film *The Mystery of Wen Nuannuan*, based on the novel by An Ninh, officially premiered at the end of April 2018. After the success of *The Four Great Masters of Youth*, Trương Hàn and Trương Quân Ninh reunite as the CEO, Chiếm Nam Huyền, and his special assistant, Ôn Noãn. The plot centers around the love story between Chiếm Nam Huyền, a CEO of a major tech company, and his ex-girlfriend, Ôn Noãn. Their romance began in their youth, but Ôn Noãn broke up with him when she realized her older sister had feelings for him. Later, Ôn Noãn moves abroad with Chu Lâm Lộ (Kinh Siêu), who secretly loves her. Meanwhile, Chiếm Nam Huyền stays behind to build his career and is rumored to have a relationship with actress Bạc Nhất Tâm (Trương Gia Nghê). Seven years later, Ôn Noãn returns, and the story picks up when she becomes Chiếm Nam Huyền's special assistant.

The plot of Oh, My Emperor! revolves around Lạc Phỉ Phỉ, a girl from the 21st century who accidentally travels through time to a mysterious and distant kingdom – the Empire of the Zodiac. Because of Lạc Phỉ Phỉ's arrival, the delicate balance of the kingdom is suddenly disrupted, and she is destined to become the most disastrous female lead in history. Even more incredibly, this seemingly weak girl ends up becoming the powerful leader of the villainous faction. Lạc Phỉ Phỉ's journey is filled with hilarious moments as she interacts with twelve unique and charming princes, becoming a playful rival to the emperor himself. With a young cast including Triệu Lộ Tư, Bành Sở Việt, and Cốc Gia Thành, and a captivating storyline, this is truly a must-watch for this summer.

If you're not a fan of Chinese films, you can try a refreshing change with the charming Korean drama *My Beautiful Sister Bought Me Food*. This romantic and heartwarming series, produced by jTBC, stars the beloved actress Son Ye Jin, also known as 'The Nation's First Love', alongside the handsome Jung Hae In. The story revolves around Yoon Jin Ah (played by Son Ye Jin), a woman in her 30s who works as a supervisor at a coffee franchise. Though friendly and sociable, Jin Ah feels a sense of emptiness, as she has never experienced a serious romantic relationship at her age...