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I want to be a Star

2016·Show
12Episodes in1Season

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Strong craft.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension5
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Hopeful and wholesome

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Hopefulness8
  • Wholesome7
  • Catharsis7

Humor

Some situational comedy and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy7
  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Cringe Humor5

World

Show business, everyday modern life, and growing up

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout characters, performances, and dialogue

  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

Zhong Da Tian owns a calefare agency which engages extras for various drama productions. Today’s shoot involves a military ambush on field. The Assistant Director (AD), Jeremy demands for twenty young lads to show up in three hours’ time. In a scurry, Da Tian rushes to the broadcasting station to get help. Whilst doing so, he chances upon super fan Edgar, who readily agrees to play calefare at the thought of getting closer to his idol. Gao Mei’s friend, Mei Yi turns up on set to meet Gao Mei. Despite her lack of confidence over the birthmark on her face, Mei Yi eventually agrees to help after Gao Mei’s relentless persuasion. Ever since his mother passed on, Da Tian’s son, Di Long spends most of his time unemployed and idling. When he asks for allowance, Da Tian seizes the opportunity to make him one of his talents. Thereon, this group of extras set foot on their acting journey, where the struggles of being a calefare await.
Showbiz DramedyUnderdog StoryFound FamilyCharacter-DrivenContemporaryLightheartedIndustry CommentaryAspiring ActorsSlice of Life

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How many seasons does I want to be a Star have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 12 episodes of about 23 minutes each.

When did I want to be a Star air?

It ran from 2016 to 2016 and has ended.

What language is I want to be a Star in?

Chinese

It was made in Chinese. Produced in Singapore.