The Glory and the Dream

A slow, earnest historical drama that immerses you in the sacrifices and camaraderie of young scientists building a nation's future.

Genres

Drama

Starring

Yang Shuo, Su Qing, Lian Shumei

Overview

Realistic drama which revolves around a group of young scientists devoted to the testing of atomic and hydrogen bombs. A story from the 1960's until the advent of a new millennia that revolves around young people who devote themselves to construction as a means to serve their country. As Chairman Mao's ideals shape the nation, Zhang Lijun who hails from a military background, Ma Chaoyang who is the son of a farmer, Lu Ruowen who comes from a wealthy family and Xiang Qing who has returned from the Soviet Union are impassioned youths who have arrived at Chong San Jun Ling.

How it feels

Earnest, warm, melancholic and tense. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Ambition, loyalty, science, politics

Content

Mild violence, gore, sexual content and language.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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