The Story of Pearl Girl

A good show

I just finished watching it and I loved everything about it except for the ending. they give us this heartfelt journey where we watch duanwu escape from the pearl farm and become her own person and an outstanding businesswoman by none other then our male lead Yan zijan. I have watched every episode with full interest. It does not leave you bored whatsoever.

The story has a few interesting twists, some betrayals that you did not see coming. The only thing I didn't like in particular was the ending. It leaves you with an open ending where you just know Yan Zijan died and Duanwu is out travelling the world for over 40 years. we only see her convoy travelling.

Despite the ending however it is worth a watch. the chemistry between the two leads was on point from the very beginning. Zhao Lusi her performance was top tier and her character portrayal was on point. It's nothing like her usual characters that she plays but she did an excellent job. She plays a strong, arrogant (in the beginning) independent woman, with a clever mind and isn't afraid to take risks no matter what. I love watching her acting but this one was by far one of her best performances in my opinion.

The male lead also did not disappoint either. He portrayed Yan Zijan with grace and ease. I know there was many controversy around him being cast but I think it was the perfect fit. He did it as a favour to the producer and he did not disappoint in the slightest. He brought his character to life in the best way possible.

The romance between the two felt so natural and so real. it didn't feel forced and it was very enjoyable to watch. of course we should not ignore the other actors who did their very best in bringing there characters to life.

in short this drama is an absolute must watch. you won't feel bored and you'll immediately get dragged into it fully invested by the end of episode 1!

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Worth Watching!

What can I say? Usually, I don't write reviews but this drama is an exception. I suddenly had the urge to write this review so here it is.

The Pearl Girl, DuanWu has an amazing character development. And not just DuanWu, I would like to commend the resilience of every women in this drama. It was very inspiring.

The flow of the story is wonderfully crafted. Every arc is a real trigger for a roller coaster of emotions. However, I don't know what to feel when it ended. I felt like I could watch more of them. I still can't believe that I quickly finished watching it. Those 40 episodes didn't feel like the plot was draggy(if that's even a word haha).

Overall, it's a worth-watching drama with a beautiful OST, and perfect cast.

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The beginning was intriguing and exciting, but then it declined.

It was a promising series, a girl trying to get out of slavery etc. It was intriguing at the beginning but eventually took a decline as the series progresses. It went from being a female centric series then there were too many unnecessary scenes, & then I kinda lost it from there. Some scenes went from this then all of a sudden it was filled with bloodshed that could’ve avoided and saved some of the characters. I want to rant so much more… but it’s just my opinion so take it with a grain of salt. it felt like the story was everywhere moving forward episodes 16, 17-18 was my least favorite so far.

I was captivated at first and then eventually I slowly lost interest it was that boring, and sometimes cringey. :/ but acting wise both leads especially the ML did well.

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The movie was great until the ending.

The story was well written until the ending piece. The two major characters have been through so many trials and tribulations from the beginning great until the end. Why would the male character have been poisoned and be close several times for a cure to die in the end. I don't like how they did the very ending of Episode 40 when we knew he was going to die and they show a far away scenery of people traveling in a caravan which you surmise it's the major female character but she is not shown. The ending could have been better written with the two major characters that showed them up close and personal.

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Was it worth watching? YESSSSSS

The Story of Pearl Girl is a deeply moving and emotionally resonant film that beautifully captures resilience, survival, and the human spirit. The cast was absolutely spot on—at first, I had my doubts about their chemistry, but they proved me wrong. Their performances were raw and compelling, making every emotion feel authentic and deeply felt.

What truly stands out is the story itself. It was incredibly realistic, portraying the struggles of survival and the weight of past pain in a way that felt genuine. The characters weren’t just surviving—they were navigating their trauma, trying to find purpose, and pushing forward despite everything they had been through. The film doesn’t romanticize suffering but instead highlights the strength and vulnerability that come with it.

Overall, The Story of Pearl Girl is a powerful, well-executed film that exceeds expectations. It’s a story of endurance, healing, and the connections that help us keep going. If you’re looking for a heartfelt, thought-provoking experience, this one is definitely worth watching.

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