Titoudao (2020–2023) User Reviews

A sublime, heart-wrenching gem with solid performances

[dgdanski · 10/10 · 24 August 2021]

You know that feeling when you venture down an unsuspecting alley, but not the brooding and foreboding type, but one that evokes a sense of mystery and intrigue, only to discover a gem so unique and precious, you lose track of all time and space. Titoudao shines with inflections of sorrow, frustration, betrayal and hope. Supported by an excellent cast, Koe Yeet gives a stellar performance as the famous Wayang star, Ah Chiam, an opera performer in the 50s and 60's. It explores the human condition in the face of adversity, conveying the palpable reality of life's struggles, and how through discipline, family, loyalty and love, nothing is insurmountable. Titoudao is like a warm bowl of home made chicken soup for the soul, or should I say laksa in this case. It will gnaw at your heart, it will make you angry, make you cry, and yearn for justice. A refreshing and charming tale that will stay with you long after the credits roll. Bravo.

It's a mess..

[ahao76 · 1/10 · 19 December 2023]

An honest review.. They try to make a drama out of Singapore history and cultures in english.. The feel is totally off, messy uninteresting plot that led to nowhere.. The story are so boring and corny.. I was yawning throughout trying to randomly watch few episodes for test drive was unbearable.. Even supported by some channel 8 experienced casts, it didn't help much.. I just randomly pick out a old drama in the nineties about Singapore history 'The Price of Peace' are way much better and interesting than this.. Channel 5 dramas seriously need lots of improvements.. The high ratings here is because nobody cares to rate.. Just 1 10/10 review obviously written and vote by people relate to them. I watch this is due to my dementia father was sitting there staring at the tv. I was just keeping him company until i fall asleep trying hard to stay awake watching this.. I feel someone should say the truth otherwise channel 5 drama will not have any improvements if they think to themselves this standard is 10/10?