Love of the Divine Tree

This is an EPIC..

I enjoyed this show, this year xianxia's are best so far, I like the story development CGI was stunning took lot of efforts maybe.ML su yishui as Master, he looks so calm but in angry mode he is beast, he has best expressions .
I love deng wei from XIAOLIN character. He is stunning in this series.
I found one like ,they were in dragon island only fish left to eat that too dragon helped them I wonder how they got plates 🤭,kinda funny 😄.
I wonder why they potrait weiju as villian and shows him as friendly, let the villian be the villian i don't like when he turns into laughable and writter forgot about pregnancy of one character..
as a xianxia lover this drama doesn't break my heart and I didn't cry for single episode, bcz xianxia made me cry for hours . Anyway this is HAPPY ENDING,worth the watch.(Sorry english is not my first language)

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No geral, gosto do trabalho do diretor Yin Tao, ele é bastante cuidadoso, principalmente, na edição final das cenas que vão para o drama e não costuma perder o ritmo durante o drama (sem longos períodos de enrolação e nem correria no final). Nesse drama não foi diferente, boa condução, boas cenas (aproveitou bem o elenco), boa cinematografia, uso de efeitos visualmente agradáveis, figurinos e músicas adequados ao enredo. Senti falta, no capítulo final, de algumas pequenas cenas com as personagens Wei Jiu e Tu Jiu Yuan mostrando como ficou o relacionamento deles depois que ela retornou ao lado dele e, também, o detalhe da criança, se ela ficou três anos escondida no monte oeste, a criança ainda não tinha nascido ou foi esquecimento?
O roteiro é interessante, o romance dos protagonistas tem bons momentos, as atuações são boas (algumas um pouco mecânicas, mas bem aceitáveis). Muitos personagens gostáveis e, até os vilões têm um lado lastimável.

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From bad boy to predestined evil child to remorseful yet selfish good guy

Do you guys also feel like you've lived half of a lifetime after finishing a Xianxia? There's always so much happening over such a long time that I hardly remember certain details from the beginning when I reach the last quarter. I definitely felt that way with this one.

So, here are my thoughts about this gem~

The synopsis sounded quite good and when I started this one I just hoped that it wouldn't disappoint me. I was worried, because the introduction of the FL felt weird. Weird as in "not likeable". But thank god, it didn't turn out like that at all. She was actually likeable, even more so her reincarnation, while I liked the ML right from the beginning. Esp. his hair, lol. Man, I was overwhelmed when it turned white the first time (I'm getting weak over white hair these days... they manage to make it look amazing in these newer Xianxias).

But for real, I enjoyed the character's development alot. Starting from bad boy to predestined evil child to remorseful yet selfish good guy. The actor performed that transition quite impressively, and every time a turning point occured, I got goosebumps because he delivered so well.

As for the main actress, it's funny... or let's say astonishing how well she managed to display two somewhat different characters despite having the same facial expressions. As I already said I liked the reincarnated disciple version even more than the master's one. And I totally enjoyed the reversed roles between ML and FL.

Though this one got 40 episodes, I got fully rewarded with lots of sweet and fun and exciting interactions between the main couple, lots of adventures they experience, lots of lovely sceneries, impressive fighting scenes, stunning CGI, beautiful costumes and interesting (though quite long) side stories of the supporting cast. I was especially impressed with the Crown Prince's story and development. Having just watched the actor in "Feud", he now demonstrated such a complex character and showed even more what he's capable of than in "Feud". I wouldn't mind seeing him as a ML in another Xianxia.

I'm also glad that they didn't make the sects' elders as annoying as I've seen it in other shows.

The music seems to be the only "complaint" if I would even call it that. It was so so, nothing you would call long lasting.

Nevertheless I can highly recommend this Xianxia to anyone who looks for something with many episodes, a bunch of likeable characters, long-lasting character development, a fun couple, really good acting and well made cinematography.

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Exceeds Expectations

First time writing a review before finishing a show. I will hopefully remember to come back and update this once I've finished it. But I had left the below in the comment section and someone requested I add it to the review section. The star scores are NOT my final thoughts I just had to put something to submit the review...They will most likely change later on.

Okay, so I've given the show a shot, and am pleasantly surprised. I had mentioned the other day in the comments that this genre wasn't really my favorite for various reasons, but I've finished episode 5 and so far none of my major issues with XianXia(shout out to Nina for helping me understand the different genres) productions has come up.

The color grading is natural and people have individual skin tones that don't look overblown(whitewashed by lighting/post production editing). The sets are mostly practical and feel grounded in a real world rather than a floating space rock in rainbow nothingness. The skies have depth and texture to them; properly conveying tension within action scenes. They also utilize atmosphere(light smoke to give depth within a camera. Trust that without it shots feel "off".)
The make-up isn't too over the top for the main leads & the hair is dynamic and changes from time to time.

There was a lot of exposition to get through in that first episode but they kept it interesting. Their use of montage to show her growing up in the village was top tier. The animation to live-action intro was interesting and well done.

The cinematography is thoughtful, but not overdone. Sometimes this genre has very over exaggerated zoom ins on characters as they squint at something. This one doesn't do that. Because they are using the same studio that everyone and their mother uses I can say with certainty that the set dressers have done amazing work. The places feel lived in and cared for. There are no large empty rooms that cheapen the look. There is practical use of sunlight for a lot of scenes, so snaps for that. They are following action film rules which is nice. Pretty much, when they cut from one shot to another during a fight, the action is taking place in the same point within the frame and not jumping around. They linger on expressions/moments to convey internal emotions. The camera angles make moments feel intimate instead of making it feel like two actors on a large set.

Overall I'm enjoying the show. The production has done an amazing job grounding the fantastical elements with real world objects and practical effects. The visual effects aren't the very best I've ever seen, but for a tv show...they are some of the best.

I think I'll continue watching.

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cliche “sunshine vs grump” but with enough plot creativity that it works.

Julia Xiang & Deng Wei did soooo phenomenally in their roles. Their chemistry was believable, their angst and love just the thing for the soul. Credit to the actors for delivering but also credit to the directors and the show for such a cute pairing. Su Yi Shui and Mu Qing Ge/Xue Ran Ran are just perfectly balanced in their personalities and qualities. It leans on the cliche “sunshine vs grump” but I think there’s enough creativity with other aspects that it works. Mu Qing Ge is seen as “frivolous” and “lazy”, but she’s good hearted. Su Yi Shui is “cold” but he was abused so it’s not surprising. It’s actually also really nice that he isn’t “cold” once Mu Qing Ge dies – he is just *indifferent* because of the Ice lotus, but is clearly soft for Xue Ran Ran basically instantly. Deng Wei truly makes an excellent Su Yi Shui. I was obsessed with the way he mastered being serious but clearly in love with all the micro-body language.

I also liked that there was Qiu Xi Er and the other two disciples. I think the friendship and loyalty and banter really played well. It added a “levity” to the show that really makes the show just so fun to watch.

Wei Jiu and Tu Jiu Yuan’s relationship was also super fun to watch. I LOVE when the *secondary* romances feel like they could be their own show. Not only that, but Wei Jiu’s character arc was as good as Su Yi Shui’s.

My three pretty minor complaints:
- Mu Ran Wu was pathetic truly – she hates her sister because her sister has everything but IDK if it’s because I’m the eldest child, I wanted to actually throw her bratty self off a cliff. Her actions do set most of the story in motion though.
- Su Yu was also pretty annoying and the only reason he’s less annoying than Mu Ran Wu is his final redemption. I wish he wasn’t a *sleazy* second love interest and really did have fully pure intentions, but I totally get the direction the show chose.
- It seems to be a truth universally acknowledge if the show starts with one main lead character having amnesia, the other will certainly also experience memory loss for at least an episode or three (especially if they are happily together but there are still 5+ episodes left in the show). I don’t hold this against them entirely, as it was well done enough, but I would have preferred if they skipped the amnesia part.

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One of Favorite Watch This Year!!

There are very few shows that I get enamored with, this was one such show!

While focusing on the Master-Disciple dynamics between the lead protagonists, the show goes through various twists and turns- our female lead sacrifices herself to save the male lead, he sacrifices one half of his Golden core to resurrect, she is reincarnated albeit without her past memories, the bickering couple go through heaven & hell to send the blasted Spirit Spring back to netherworld, only for the male lead to lose his memories. Are you feeling dizzy yet? There were quite a few moments when I questioned their sanity, I mean who could remain sane after going through so many struggles. And in the end, it led me to the answer- they survived because Mu Qingqe refused to give up on Su Yi Shui. She stood by him despite losing her memories and powers, trusted him, believed in him when no one else, she was his savior and better half!

Read the complete article here-

https://kcdramamusings.wordpress.com/2025/02/26/love-of-the-divine-tree-series-review/#more-1618

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O melhor drama de todos os tempos!

Tudo neste drama é impecável, uma verdadeira obra-prima que captura nossa atenção do início ao fim. Cada detalhe: figurino deslumbrante, os cenários meticulosamente construídos, o enredo envolvente e a trilha sonora emocionante, se entrelaçam e criam uma experiência cinematográfica que nos mantém completamente imersos. A cada segundo, a narrativa nos envolve, sem espaço para o tédio, como se fôssemos parte integrante daquela realidade.

O casal principal é simplesmente cativante. Livre de clichês desgastados, como triângulos amorosos, a relação entre eles é pura e genuína. O protagonista masculino (ML) é um exemplo de proteção, longe de qualquer toxicidade, sempre pronto para defender sua amada. Já a protagonista feminina (FL) é forte, determinada e dona de suas escolhas, uma personagem que inspira e encanta. Ambos se recusaram a se curvar ao destino que lhes foi imposto. Em vez de se renderem às sombras, escolheram forjar sua própria luz, trilhando um caminho de coragem e resiliência que iluminou não apenas suas vidas, mas também o coração de quem os acompanhou.

Su Yishui, interpretado magistralmente por Deng Wei, é um personagem de camadas profundas e complexas. Suas múltiplas personalidades foram retratadas com uma nuance impressionante, permitindo que o público vivencie cada emoção de forma intensa e autêntica. As cenas de luta, por sua vez, são verdadeiros espetáculos à parte, coreografadas com delicadeza e carregadas de uma emoção palpável.

Os personagens coadjuvantes são igualmente fascinantes e bem construídos, cada um carregando suas próprias histórias, anseios e desejos. Eles não estão ali apenas para preencher cenas, mas para acrescentar profundidade e significado à trama, tornando o universo do drama ainda mais rico e envolvente.

Foi uma jornada repleta de emoções intensas: choramos, rimos, nos encantamos e, acima de tudo, nos sentimos parte daquela história. Cada momento foi tão especial que, com certeza, revisitarei esse drama inúmeras vezes, como quem retorna a um lugar querido para reviver sentimentos únicos e inesquecíveis.

E para aqueles que temem finais tristes, respirem aliviados. Este drama presenteia-nos com um dos desfechos mais belos e satisfatórios já vistos nos cdramas, fechando com chave de ouro uma história que já é, por si só, inesquecível.

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