Lost
Shenzhen, China, the present day. Nineteen-year-old Wang Baihe is a migrant worker from a village in Shaanxi province. She has a baby son from a one-night stand with a man from Hong Kong and a small income from making Chinese decorative knots at home. Her dream is to open a noodle restaurant and “make lots of money and become a city person” but she finds it difficult to find regular employment because of her baby boy. Her story emerges through interviews with journalist Liu Nan, who is writing a book about her. When Baihe discovers her son has congenital heart disease, she tries desperate ways to raise the RMB80,000 (US$12,000) for the operation, helped by her friend and fellow migrant worker Hu Jinling.
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Plot Summary
The survivors of a plane crash on a mysterious tropical island find themselves battling more than just the elements. As they struggle to survive and find a way home, they uncover the island's dark secrets, the remnants of a mysterious past, and a series of unexplained phenomena. The story weaves together the lives of the diverse group of survivors, exploring their backstories and how their pasts intertwine with their present predicament on the enigmatic island.
Critical Reception
Lost garnered widespread critical acclaim throughout much of its run, particularly for its innovative storytelling, complex characters, and suspenseful mysteries. While the initial seasons were hailed as groundbreaking, the series' conclusion generated a more divisive reception among critics and audiences, with some praising its emotional impact and others criticizing the perceived lack of resolution for certain plot threads.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its intricate mythology, compelling character development, and suspenseful cliffhangers.
- Appreciated for its ambitious narrative structure and blend of genres.
- The ending was a point of contention, with mixed reactions regarding its resolution of the show's many mysteries.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the show's addictive mystery and character-driven drama as major strengths. Many viewers found the journey of the survivors to be deeply engaging, though the series finale left some feeling unsatisfied with the explanations provided.
Awards & Accolades
Won numerous awards including a Golden Globe for Best Television Series – Drama, a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series, and multiple Screen Actors Guild Awards.
Fun Fact
The original concept for the show was inspired by the TV series 'Cast Away' and the real-life disappearance of Flight 447.
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