Shaoxing Master

This film (drama)Also known as绍兴师爷，is aMainland ChinaProducerbeauty live，At1999Released in year 。The dialogue language isMandarin Chinese，Current Douban rating8.2(For reference only)。

The decayed and rigid Qing Dynasty, where the imperial examination is like child’s play, and officials conspire and form factions; it is difficult to find a few good officials in the court who dare to take the lead for the world and are willing to serve the common people. Fang Jingzhai (played by Chen Daoming), a resident of Shaoxing, has been well-read since childhood and speaks eloquently. His loyal, honest, and steadfast character prevents him from colluding with the powerful officials, and he is willing to suffer injuries to preserve his integrity. Unfortunately, fate plays tricks, and he unexpectedly meets the scholar Dong Rui (played by Fang Zigge) while heading to the capital for the exam. To his surprise, despite having profound knowledge, he remains unnoticed, while the dull and mediocre Dong Rui makes the list. Afterward, Fang Jingzhai becomes Dong Rui’s tutor, helping his friend with strategies. As they navigate the corrupt political arena, the two friends drift further apart, and the path Fang Jingzhai chooses is bound to be a lonely and cold one...