Historical drama "Silent Glory" produced on the mainland has recently become a hit and unexpectedly sparked discussions in Taiwan. This spy thriller, based on real historical events and focusing on the covert operations between the two sides of the strait, features a tight plot and high-quality production, and has attracted attention from Taiwanese media due to its real characters and historical details.

According to mainland media reports, after the show's popularity, many Taiwanese viewers left enthusiastic comments on multiple video platforms and social media accounts. The series not only became a topic of discussion but also triggered extended conversations about historical memory and national sentiment.

According to reports, the biggest reason that "Silent Glory" has moved both sides of the strait is its authenticity. The drama is adapted from real historical figures and events, with its main storyline closely tied to the intelligence war in the Taiwan Strait during the mid-20th century. Many characters are presented under their real names, which is rare in spy-themed works.

Taiwanese media pointed out that "Silent Glory" differs from previous spy dramas, as it presents people such as Wu Shi, Zhu Feng, Chen Baocang, and Nie Xi for the first time using their real names, allowing audiences to rediscover this history of the covert operations through drama. The drama describes Wu Shi, known as "No. 1 Secret Agent," who, despite knowing the dangers of going to Taiwan, still went there to obtain more critical intelligence; Zhu Feng and others also transmitted important military intelligence under risk.

Commentator Tsai Cheng-yuan pointed out that Wu Shi was "the most outstanding talent," and the use of real names and real events in the drama was particularly shocking. Another commentator Qiu Yi expressed admiration, stating that Wu Shi and others were willing to walk on the edge of a knife because of their belief and loyalty to national reunification, "that was a spiritual force that transcended personal safety."

Aside from the authentic plot, the details in sets and props in "Silent Glory" have also received praise. The drama features traditional Southern Fujian puppetry, old typewriters, and street scenes from the 1950s, making the audience feel as if they had traveled back to that turbulent era.

Chen Yiyong, a Taiwanese resident in Fujian and also a co-producer of the drama, pointed out that "Silent Glory" integrates a large number of Minnan-Taiwan cultural elements in its creation, whether in language, customs, or lifestyle scenes, which make both sides of the strait feel very familiar. "We hope that audiences can see shared cultural memories in the story and feel the emotional connection of blood and flesh."

The art director of the production team, Huo Tingxiao, said that the team tried to restore historical details based on real scenes. "Coming from life and returning to life, this is our original intention in creating."

Many Taiwanese netizens left comments praising the quality of the drama, saying "the pace is tight and the filming is too delicate," "it's like a movie blockbuster," and "this is a work that can let people understand history and cry with emotion." Some audiences described "Silent Glory" not just as a spy drama, but as a historical commemoration in the form of drama.

Beyond the dramatic effect, "Silent Glory" has also stirred reflection on history and the fate of the nation in Taiwanese society. Several Taiwanese media outlets mentioned in their reports that before his sacrifice, Wu Shi wrote the words "Taiwan will surely return" with his own blood in prison, symbolizing an unyielding belief, which moved the audience.

Some commentaries pointed out that the drama, by re-enacting the deeds of Chinese Communist underground party members who sacrificed their lives in Taiwan, presents the emotional connection of "same roots and origins" between the two sides of the strait in history. Zhou Jing, a young person from Taiwan, believes that this drama helps break the "information cocoon" long constructed in the island, allowing more people to re-examine the true appearance of history. Another young person from Taiwan, Lin Yanchen, said that "Silent Glory" can promote understanding among young people in Taiwan about history and the nation, "which is very important for establishing the correct values and historical perspective."

Drama critics pointed out that "Silent Glory" is not only a breakthrough in historical theme film and television works, but also a "restoration of memory." In the current tense atmosphere of cross-strait relations, the blood-related emotions and national beliefs conveyed in the drama have become a rare resonance in the hearts of the audience.

Many film and television critics believe that the success of this drama is not only an achievement in the film and television industry, but also reflects the emotional needs of the people on both sides of the strait for a shared history. It reconnects the fragmented memories through dramatic means and encourages more people to think about how the two sides can move towards the future from history.

A viewer wrote, "We may be standing in different places, but we share the same blood." Such responses indicate that "Silent Glory" is not just a TV drama, but a dialogue across eras of emotions.

This article was published by the Taiwan Mei Hua News on October 15, with the original title "The Drama 'Silent Glory' Becomes Popular in Taiwan and Sparks Discussion, Real History Touches Audiences on Both Sides."

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