Three vertical films of about three minutes, starting from a personal experience with identifying details removed and pairing it with relationship research: whether friends approve of a relationship affects it, while others’ opinions of a partner’s looks fade quickly; couples who knew each other longer before dating are less matched in attractiveness; and when admiration turns into dependence, praise works better when it says exactly what is liked and why.
**Status: **First batch of three (2026-10-15); the series is paused.
The films are Chinese vertical versions made for short-video platforms; English and Japanese versions are still on the to-do list. Pictures and music are generated in code.
01 The premium
Others’ approval affects the relationship; their view of a partner’s looks fades fast.
02 Over the line
Exciting but risky, suitable but flat; the longer couples knew each other, the less looks must match.
03 Being needed
Admiration turns into dependence; praise should say what is liked and why.