Unmissable!!!
This drama is one of the most beautiful productions of the moment. I'm in ecstasy!Unfortunately, I’m not an iQIYI subscriber yet, so I have to wait for the episodes to be released for free on YouTube.
But the production is so brilliant that I’m really tempted to subscribe.
Bai Lu is simply exceptional. I love her historical performances, but I’m absolutely surprised by her acting in this contemporary drama. Stunning.
The fact that the story takes place in the early 2000s has been nostalgic and deeply rewarding—it’s fascinating to follow this generation at the dawn of a new era. The challenges are immense, but their hearts are full of nobility.
Everything is touching and perfect. Just as it’s a delight to watch the lives of the residents near the Canal unfold, it’s also a pleasure to witness the transformation and growth of these six inseparable friends.
I can say with absolute certainty—each character in *Northward* has their own unique charm.
If you're looking for a story that will stir your emotions from the very first episode, don’t miss this.
It’s unmissable!
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Kudos to the cast for their outstanding work.
As expected, Weak Hero Class 2 doesn’t disappoint its fans.The story sticks closely to the formula established in the first season.
Even with the writer stepping in as director this time, the core premise remains the same:
Violence... violence... and more violence.
The absence of family ties, academic mentors, and the famously ineffective police force continues — which, honestly, stretches believability. It’s hard to imagine a country being so negligent. But that’s not really the point here, and it never was.
As predicted, what we get is relentless, gratuitous, and often meaningless brawling in every episode.
It’s unfortunate, especially considering the brilliant performances from the cast — Park Ji Hoon, Ryeo Un, and Bae Na Ra all deliver exceptional work.
With a script as weak as the first season’s, the show’s real strength lies in the powerful and mesmerizing performances of its actors.
The highlight is definitely the finale, leaving fans even more eager for what’s next.
Kudos to the cast for their outstanding work.
I definitely recommend it to fans of the genre.
Personally, I enjoyed the drama, though I have quite a few reservations.
Cheers!
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One of the Most Unjustly Underestimated Dramas I’ve Ever Seen…
I started this drama based on a recommendation from someone I follow on MDL. The theme has always been one of my favorites, but I must admit that I was completely taken by surprise. *Under the Moonlight* goes far beyond any single theme—it is, in every sense, brilliant.It consists of 36 episodes that felt like 100. But not in a bad way—far from it! Each episode was so captivating, so well executed, that I often felt like I was inside the story, experiencing every little detail of this exceptional work.
I wasn’t familiar with any of the actors, yet I found myself completely enchanted by every single character, as if they were old friends or long-lost relatives.
The storytelling is simple, the dialogues easy to follow, yet each character carries an entire universe within them. And we, on this side of the screen, are left to navigate a whirlwind of conflicting emotions. Characters we initially view with suspicion end up winning our hearts, while others who first seem wonderful make us wish we never had to see them again as the story unfolds. But of course, that’s just wishful thinking—the emotional turmoil lasts almost until the very end.
Luo Shu, our main protagonist, is brilliantly portrayed by Hu Bing Qing. She embodies determination and independence from start to finish. I immediately connected with her strong, resilient, and fair personality, even as she was cruelly marginalized. I must confess—I completely fell in love with her sharp gaze, her modest yet stunning and captivating attire. It was fascinating to see how a woman can be incredibly alluring without revealing anything beyond her face. She was, without a doubt, mesmerizing.
Qi Meng Lin, the spoiled rich boy, was brought to life with absolute mastery by Zhai Zi Lu—another actor I wasn’t familiar with, but whom I quickly grew to love. Funny, immature, with a kind of naive arrogance, yet soft-hearted when it comes to protecting women and fulfilling his ten humanitarian deeds. His eccentric nature made me laugh, and more than that, it gave a fresh and unexpected touch to the male lead role. I may not know his other works, but in this one, I adored him.
And of course, there’s Magistrate Han Mu Zhi, whose greatest love has always been his honor. Although he fell for Luo Shu, he never truly chose her above his duty. His devotion to his profession and the people under his care defined him. A noble and charismatic character who wins us over with his integrity.
With a compelling script, outstanding performances, and characters that make us laugh, suffer, and root for them, *Under the Moonlight* has become one of my favorite dramas of the year so far. The simplicity of the production was enriched by breathtaking costumes, stunning accessories, and well-executed action scenes—subtle yet deeply realistic and moving.
The only thing that saddened me was how little recognition this drama has received. It’s heartbreaking that such an outstanding production has gone so unnoticed.
I wholeheartedly recommend it—I loved every second!
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A playful flirtation between the pair, two thumbs up for revenge, and one for love
Whenever I dive into a drama, I always find myself wondering what I should talk about first. The best I saw... or the worst? That’s the question. In the end, I settle on an unconventional mix. Forgive my lack of technique—I’m not much of a writer—but I put a lot of thought into what I read.A fellow MDL reviewer deeply moved me with their evaluation. Their opening line was: "A Shakespearean Genius of a Drama".
There’s no need to share spoilers here, but I’ll leave this as a tip: read their review and let yourself be captivated, just as I was.
I must confess, I couldn’t agree more with their words, including the brilliant Shakespeare quotes they included.
This drama came to life with a flawless cast, a well-adapted screenplay based on a web novel, breathtaking cinematography, solid direction, and electrifying chemistry between the characters. It’s hard not to highlight the latter because, for me, that’s where the heart of the drama lay.
I’m no expert, nor do I claim to understand the art of scriptwriting, but I was a bit surprised to discover that, in the original web novel, the heroine Xue Fang Fei truly dies and is reincarnated as the magistrate’s daughter, Jiang Li, while retaining memories of her past life to fuel her pursuit of revenge.
I don’t know if the decision to keep Jiang Li in Xue Fang Fei’s original body was meant to simplify the story, avoid religious controversy, or was just a creative choice. I only learned about this after finishing the drama. Even so, my opinion of the show remained unchanged. The drama, in its entirety, was a near-perfect delight.
I rooted for the intelligent and resilient heroine, just as I did for her captivating and cunning hero.
Wang Xing Yue, as Duke Su, despite having less screen time than I’d hoped for, was absolutely brilliant in every scene he graced. A man of few words, with a restrained smile, impeccable costumes, and an intense gaze that spoke volumes. He had moments of sheer brilliance in his performance. Every detail was so well-crafted, and his open-field battle scenes were simply mesmerizing.
It’s no wonder he was honored as one of the Young Rising Actors of the Year at the 2024 Weibo Awards.
For those who doubted his chemistry with veteran actress Wu Jin Yan (34 years old), let me just say: his 22 years of pure talent did all the talking.
Together, they were enchanting. Their playful flirtation brought a certain charm to the story where a more explicit romance might have been expected. While some viewers may have been frustrated by this subtlety, I felt it perfectly aligned with the drama’s tone. We knew from the start that this was the kind of romance we’d be getting.
The cultural barriers around age-gap relationships in Asian media still run deep, but Wu Jin Yan, with her elegant and timeless presence, was phenomenal throughout.
I adored her portrayal of Xue Fang Fei and Jiang Li. Her flowing red dress, paired with her graceful and commanding presence, elevated every scene. She brought elegance, wisdom, and emotional strength to her role. Her character’s tragic backstory, noble heart, and sweet smile made her unforgettable. I can’t imagine anyone else bringing this character to life.
I also found myself intrigued by the wicked princess and her cold-hearted “dog.” Despite their fractured souls, they were united by the same poison: the complete absence or loss of love. While they believed they controlled everything and everyone, in truth, they were empty... clinging to illusions. As one reviewer aptly noted, Princess Wan Ning/Li Meng was ultimately just a pawn in the hands of men.
Pain, suffering, and humiliation should never justify cruelty, but at times, my heart couldn’t help but ache for her.
The true villain of the story, Shen Yu Rong, remains a character I can barely define. Was he inherently evil, or did he become corrupted over time? The drama left this unclear. Perhaps the novel delves deeper into his twisted nature, offering a better understanding of his dark origins. Still, I doubt any explanation could justify his actions. Liang Yong Qi’s portrayal of this character, however, was exceptional. It was also a treat to see him guest-star in the second season of Under the Skin.
If I had one critique of the drama, it would be the way it indulged in China’s tradition of crafting overly realistic tragic moments, often at the expense of beloved characters.
The drama could have ended with the triumph of the palace struggle. There was no need to add more pain to the heroes’ journey.
In my opinion, these gratuitous losses didn’t add anything to the final act of a production as remarkable as The Double.
Still, it was a fantastic drama and an absolute joy to watch. I wholeheartedly recommend it to fans of the genre. It truly deserves its place among the best C-dramas of 2024.
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Great cast, beautiful characters.
Why complicate it? There are so many beautiful things in simplicity.It took me a long time to watch this drama. I could have had this joy much earlier. But, as the wise saying goes, better late than never. Just joy, romance is fun.
I'm not in the habit of watching Taiwanese dramas. I spent a lot of time just in Koreans. Today, I am grateful for preferring the Chinese and for making my escapes to other Asian countries. It is very gratifying to discover that, despite prejudices, good productions have no nationality.
The Antumn Concerto was a find. I read an analysis here from someone I follow and I was enchanted. I put it on my wish list and it was on hold. If you're reading this, don't be like me. Watch without much delay.
Forget the clichés, the lack of good editing, the countless interruptions during the episodes, absurdly repetitive Ost, among countless other negative reviews you may receive.
This drama deserves a chance for its interesting script, the consistent performances and the emotion we feel throughout the story. I loved the characters and I loved the little boy Xiao Le twice as much. It's a shame that, nowadays, the child actor who played him hasn't pursued his career. On the other hand, it is with great satisfaction that I see the success of the other actors. Mainly Wu Kang Ren, better known as Chris Wu. Totally deserved. Great cast, beautiful characters.
My only reservation is the rushed result. The production deserved a better performance in the final moments.
Anyway, I really liked and recommend.
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martial mating” delight!
In episode 35, for a moment, I was completely without action...Static I asked myself: what is this, my God? The climax of this exquisite work was at its peak and my heart broke into pieces... Today, after the 36 traditional episodes and 01 very short special, unfortunately, I can say that this is, without a doubt, a drama of unsettling beauty and uniqueness. Disquieting for the countless sensations it brings to us and unique for its lightness and boldness in dealing with a highly censored topic in China, BL, with such dexterity and charm. If The Untamed was a milestone in my golden world, Word of Honor was a new burst of countless feelings and imaginations. How I wanted more of these two wonderful men! 36 six episodes were not enough to quench my thirst for this “martial mating” delight! Excellent script, impeccable acting, stunning photography! My wallpaper images list thanks you. Ost perfect, beautiful and ravishing. Despite having a multitude of positive points, my only reservation is the excessive number of sects and their little evolution or importance in history. I haven't read the novel, which makes me deeply regret it, since this gap must be amply covered in it. Another lament was the feeling of incompleteness of some characters, whose character lacked greater clarity or definition. An example of this is the beautiful and strange Scorpion King. I wanted to get to know him better. Although I fell deeply in love with Zhou Zishu and Wen Kexing, our adorable couple, I also really liked our second couple, the sweet and beautiful Cao Wei Ning and the adorable and wild Gu Xiang. All the actors, including the main ones, were unknown to me. But they exhausted my heart of emotions in different ways. All in all, a charming, unforgettable drama. I already feel full of longing. Worth every minute of time. Highly recommended!Was this review helpful to you?
Verdadeiramente brilhante!
Comecei este drama em parte por Leo Wu. Tinha acabado de assistir Nirvana in Fire e amei seu personagem, ainda adolescente, Fei Liu.Ainda nos primeiros episódios tive intenção de desistir. As atitudes aparentemente intempestivas e birrentas da personagem Shao Shang/Niao Niao me incomodavam. Hoje, finalizando o drama, me vejo feliz por ter persistindo.
O que a princípio me aborreceu tornou-se motivo de grande deleite. Foi desta maneira que consegui perceber a beleza na construção de cada um dos personagens.
A garota birrenta, mal amada e cheia de travessuras transformou-se em minha personagem favorita. Não apenas neste drama, mas de muitas histórias já concluídas. Niao Niao, linda, travessa, inteligente, determinada e extremamente calorosa foi umas das alavancas deste clássico. Atuação brilhante de Zhao Lusi. Com certeza uma das mais carismáticas atrizes dos C-dramas.
Leo Wu, um ator jovem, no auge dos seus 23 anos, tem se mostrado de um talento impecável. Tanto em sua vida pessoal, como no mundo artístico ele está sempre nos surpreendendo. Não consigo pensar um nenhum outro ator que pudesse personificar Zi Sheng de forma mais brilhante. Consegui sentir toda sua dor, mágoa e paixão ardente. Foi realmente deslumbrante acompanhar cada instante de seu personagem.
Uma trama envolvente, politicamente bem elaborada , sem se tornar cansativa para os voltados apenas para a distração e satisfazer os gostos mais exigentes de um bom contexto histórico. Confesso que nunca tive tanto carinho por um Imperador e Imperatriz em uma história. Até mesmo as controvérsias situações palacianas foram interessantes de acompanhar.
Uma paleta de cores das mais belas que já vi. Tudo perfeito para coroar atuações impressionantes, cenas de ação de um realismo vibrante, diálogos profundos e um amor que amadurece com o tempo.
Discorreria ainda por muito tempo sobre cada sensação que o drama me transmitiu mas, em meio a tantos comentários brilhantes e completos dos colegas, me sinto a vontade em parar por aqui.
A certeza de que Love Like The Galaxy (01 e 02) já foi glorificado como um dos melhores C-dramas históricos, já é totalmente gratificante. Valeu cada minuto. Adorei!
Recomendo de coração.
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Este é um daqueles momentos em que me pergunto: Até onde as críticas altamente positivas me levam a continuar um drama? Juro que não sei...Estou aqui por Leo Wu e Zhao Lusi, é fato. Gosto muito de ambos os atores e, lógico, a tendência natural é ir atrás do que eles produzem.
Mas, confesso, este drama é decepcionante em vários aspectos. Aí, muitos diriam, apenas no início e fazendo um comentário destes?!
É, deveras frustrante, eu sei.
Um início promissor. Inúmeros tags propagados, poucos desenvolvidos de modo satisfatório. A parte histórica é vaga, a parte política ruim, a parte estratégica cheia de buracos e falhas de execução. Uma protagonista que , por mais inteligente que se dizem, nada ou pouco convenceu. Cenas de desenhos nos clímax de ação que, para muitos, foi uma grande jogada de marketing e, para outros, uma forma econômica para mascarar a falta de recursos, para mim, foi apenas broxante. Falhas de continuidade com sumiço, por várias cenas, de personagens principais e coadjuvantes. Personagens coadjuvantes mais interessantes, porém pouco desenvolvidos.
Se quer o talento impecável de Leo Wu teve significado até aqui. Tudo isto sem falar nas cenas de crueldade com os cavalos, provocadas inclusive pela própria protagonista “inteligente “.
Assim sendo, numa ultima tentativa de não derrubar, me vejo obrigada a passar algumas cenas, compensando assim, a sensação de tempo perdido. Sorry, galera fã!
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I’m giving the story another shot out of respect for a fellow kisskh user.
A drama that created high expectations but fell into emptiness and a lack of technical quality.I initially liked the cinematography and the main protagonists. But unfortunately, after five episodes, I let the story go on and only hope it improves—for the sake of the viewers.
For me, that’s enough. Visually weak, laughable effects, a mediocre script lacking continuity and realistic engagement between the characters. The main cast doesn’t seem to bring their characters to life; except for the music in a few scenes, everything else shows a lack of involvement and commitment from both actors and producers.
Poor direction, weak costume design.
This romance definitely deserved a much better adaptation—at the very least, one with some technical quality.
I do not recommend it.
27/04
I’m picking the story back up out of respect for someone very special to me here on kisskh.
Honestly, I couldn’t really connect with the drama during the first five episodes, but because of the deep admiration and trust I have for this person, I’m willing to give it another chance.
I simply can’t ignore their review and recommendation.
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