Great Watch
I find the leads intelligent, funny, and inventive. I would watch again. Lits of greed and integrity. Love, and loss. Females are strong, defiant, and go head to head with their counter parts. As always goid pitted against evil. I find chi ese dramas, especially te realic ones are the best Asian dramas.Was this review helpful to you?
mixed bag
It had a promising start, but after watching the first seven episodes, I found myself feeling a bit underwhelmed. The series attempts to blend drama and romance, but it often gets lost in its own narrative.
The characters are somewhat relatable, but they lack the depth needed to really engage the audience. I found myself struggling to connect with their motivations and decisions. Some of the plot twists felt forced, and the pacing was inconsistent, with certain episodes dragging on while others rushed through important developments.
Visually, the show has its moments, with some beautiful cinematography that captures the essence of its setting. However, it didn’t consistently deliver the visual appeal I was hoping for. The soundtrack was pleasant but didn’t leave a lasting impression.
It has its strengths, but it also has significant weaknesses that hold it back from being truly great. I’d rate it a 5/10—there are definitely better shows out there, but it might still be worth a watch if you’re looking for something light.
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Poor storyline and ancient style
The firat episode seem slow and boring but. Thought is just strating but shit it continue to ep 8 and is a no for me . Very slow and old looks drama. The cast looks older and ancient drama view. The storyline is off and too many fast plot. Very very boring i will say honestly . Only the cast fans will just still want to hype the drama if not watch it yourselves ans do the review if you felt lies herWas this review helpful to you?
cant wait for the season 2. im looking for the information for season 2
hope can watch it next month
drama that i like from yang zi
lost you froever
ashes of love
best choice ever
immortal samsara
the oath of love
go go squid
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Watch this for Yang Zi and Peonies
The biggest reason to watch this drama is Yang Zi. There are more than enough twists and turns in the plot to keep going to the next episode. There's also much confusion as to the relationship between Prince Ning, the Emperor and San Lang. The other members of the cast are good at best with the more outstanding character being Zhu Fu.Overall the storyline is simplistic, incredulous but entertaining nonetheless. There's enough to ensure that one continues watching Season 2, In the Name of Blossom.
Other than Yang Zi, the peonies are incredibly beautiful.
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Will this love story survive insurmountable obstacles, rooting for a yes
This show’s villains want to make you jump into screen and strangle. There are broken people you can never save. Abuse, injustice, oppression are all being set up in the plot so we will have a spectacular end of goodness over evil. Throw in the cuteness of the ML and FL and it is a winning formula.Was this review helpful to you?
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Too long for its own good
This is a 32 episode story, continued with another 24 episode long sequel, under a changed title: In the Name of the Blossom.Either way, it was too, too long.
The story did not need a total of 56 boooooring episodes to be told.
Half of its length was due to characters reminiscent of past events. A story that is self referencing to the point of nausea it's too painful to watch.
ML and FL forced to forever smile at each other it was another source of pain.
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Flourished Peony is rare gem quality drama
I knew it will be explosive drama, see its casts.It shows not only quality casts, but trusted producer, director, art directors n storyline. It's not just common drama, real gem. It's not boring at all, festive of colours, beautiful scenes. Quality actings, Yang Zi, Li Xian, Miles Wei n Jaqin, n supporting casts top notch, the success of drama depends on whole team. It also contains chinese culture of Tang Dynasty. Love it so much that i have watched it 3x. Thanks to producer for producing such beautiful drama n the whole team.
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Will there be a 2nd season?
I'm not usually one to wait since I have no patience, but for this series, I actually checked in daily as the episodes released. That can't be the ending right? Am I missing something? Prince Ning was out for blood, not to mention his bih daughter and where's the Prince and Princess Consort? I'm a little confuse, so confused by the ending that this is my first written review on here...smhWas this review helpful to you?
Acting is great
Flourished Peony" is a visually stunning and emotionally resonant drama that offers a compelling portrayal of female strength and ambition. Its captivating storyline, strong performances, and thought-provoking themes make it a worthwhile watch for fans of historical dramas and those who appreciate stories that celebrate individuality and resilience.Was this review helpful to you?
Have Seen Better
Not so much a review as an opinion.I am watching episode 20.
Firstly, I do not like the FL He Wei Fang / Mu Dan, I did in the beginning, but she has become a greedy, money hungry person who cares little for other people’s feelings unless they are her best friends.
Understandably she had a very bad experience with her first husband and his parents, but she has become an unlikeable person and I really don’t understand what our hero sees in her.
Sure, it may have been her money hungry brain in the beginning, but as her ambition grew, so did her character change and not for the best. She is very good at trampling over our hero (ML) Jiang Changyang.
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Peonies are everywhere to you look
When I was waiting for this drama, my expectations were quite high. Already the first trailer after the end of filming gave an idea that it would be a really great drama and its ratings were quite high, even the opinions of the professional public were satisfactory. After Christmas, the first photos and other trailers began to appear, and I began to be more curious. And why not? The drama features excellent actors, many of whom I knew from their previous works. The plot of the drama seemed really interesting and surprising for me. I had the opportunity to see beautiful costumes, decorations, hairstyles and even the make-up style in the Tang Dynasty, which was completely different from today's make-up. Of course, I understand that at that time a woman only had to use what she had available. For me, as a European, this is completely new information that completely surprised me. I was also enchanted by the beautiful scenery in which the whole drama takes place. Those gardens and peonies! Of course I wanted to see this drama. And you know what? My expectations have been met, the drama is really great. The actors are absolutely amazing and Yang Zi, Li Xian, Miles Wei, Zhang Ya Qin, Hao Wen Ting, Zhang Lei and Lian Yin Yue are doing their roles perfectly. The production crew worked really great and all period artefacts are truly exceptional and refined to the smallest detail. I could certainly write poetry about this drama until the morning, but not all of us have that much time. For me, it is a really, really great and beautiful drama and I definitely recommend everyone to watch it if they have the opportunity. I know for sure that not everyone will to share my opinion (sorry, I don't believe in miracles even if everything is possible...), but how about giving this drama a chance to show its charm and shine to first. After all, nothing in this world is one hundred percent and perfect, nothing is just black or just white. Let peonies into your heart and see how much beauty they hide.Was this review helpful to you?
