Gao Xixi, director of the TV drama, says he has treasured the song in his heart for decades.
The film centers on a Xiao Jun and Li Qiao -- two people who meet on a train. It's 1985 and the two are moving from the Chinese mainland to Hong Kong. Once they are settled in their new homes, the two become friends, until Destiny pushes them in separate direction. Ten years after their arrival in Hong Kong, the two meet again. They will always remember the date -- May 8th, 1995 -- the day Teresa Teng died. The two reminisce about lost youth and sigh over the ephemeral nature of life.
The film is directed by Peter Chan. Teresa Teng's "Sweet Honey", bridges the scenes, drawing together the tale of the evolving affection between the two principal players. The film was a success. Fans and critics loved it. In many ways the films owes its success to the subtle strains of the tune.
Not long ago, a TV series named "Sweet Honey" went on the air, bringing the title song to the spotlight once more.
Gao Xixi, director of the TV drama, says he has treasured the song in his heart for decades. He mentioned the tune once to playwright Wang Wanping. Wang was also a Teresa Teng fan. The two decided to collaborate on a TV series that portrays the way people persevere in love. That's how the television show was born. Core members of the cast and crew are all fans of Teresa Teng.
The TV drama traces the passionate yet affectionate love story of Lei Lei and Ye Qing'er in 70's and 80's China. The couple overcome serious obstacles to stay together. Their families oppose their bond. Gao Xixi has observed, it's nothing but perseverance in love that keeps the two together. He hopes his work will make more people aware of the worth of holding to true love.
The story is heart-rending. The music adds to the mood. Teresa Teng's is gone but her voice remains, reminding people of those long ago years of innocence and times that brought life's sweetest memories.
