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My Friends from Afar
2017·Show
·25Episodes in1Season·
My Friends from Afar fingerprint
High energy, strong craft.
Energy
Thrilling and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline7
- Tension7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Romantic
Much of it is about family.
- Romance8
- Family Dynamics7
- Pathos6
Humor
Some sharp wit and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Satire & Parody5
- Situational Comedy4
World
Technology, fantasy, and the future
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighThrilling and tense
Fast from start to finish.
My Friends from Afar is thrilling, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumRomantic
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's romantic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Romance8Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
MediumSome sharp wit and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit and satire.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumTechnology, fantasy, and the future
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around technology, fantasy, and the future. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Tech & Humanity8Human stories in a tech world.
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Futuristic7Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative3Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
Who it's for
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About
Far away in the universe, a planet AMIKUS is facing serious pollution and a depletion of its natural resources. Chen Feng Jiao (Carrie Wong) is tasked with seeking a new livable planet and to locate the whereabouts of a defector TA1-2345. To blend in with the Earthlings, Feng Jiao and her comrades disguise themselves as a typical Singaporean family and everyone is assigned a “human” name. Living next to the Yang family, Feng Jiao and Yang Tian Sheng (Shaun Chen) share a mutual dislike for each other which eventually turns into love. While Chen Xiang Lin (Aloysius Pang) kisses Yang Tian Ning (Paige Chua) and the latter becomes pregnant! Another neighbor Zhou Zhi Qiang discovers the true identities of the Chens and uses it to take advantage of Chen Xiao Long (Brandon Wong). With their leader falling in love and a human-alien baby on its way, will our friends from afar complete their mission? And can they uncover the defector who has been taking on a human-form and living among them?
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Is My Friends from Afar worth watching?
84
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 84/100 (IMDb 8.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How many seasons does My Friends from Afar have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 25 episodes.
When did My Friends from Afar air?
S1
It ran from 2017 to 2018 and has ended.
What language is My Friends from Afar in?
Chinese
It was made in Chinese. Produced in Singapore.