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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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Is beautiful!
I ended up looking for the film by coincidence. I was researching the backgrounds of the actors in Antumn’s Concerto when I saw the story of Tiffany Hsu’s marriage to actor Roy Chiu, co-star of her film Man in love/2021.I was curious, since the actress had a very intense love life and her relationships were long. I got to know Roy Chiu a little and loved his cinematic history.
The film was a choice by affinity. Is beautiful!I loved! I found the performance of both protagonists exceptional. He was a spectacle in itself...it's not without reason that he received several awards for the character. Bright!
Great film, Great distraction...although, I was sad with the ending.
Anyway, very beautiful, I recommend it from the bottom of my heart...
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I take my hat off. Ten out of ten feels far too little. Brilliant.
Watching *This Thriving Land* feels like stepping out of a warm shower and plunging into the deep, cold waters of a lake.So often we are immersed in the polished, ornamental worlds of most C- or K-dramas. Here, however, we are struck by the raw and unadorned presence of characters—beautiful in the plain fullness of life in an agricultural land of the 1920s and 1930s.
The story begins in 1986 with Madam Xiu Xiu, recalling a past that started in the fifteenth year of the Chinese Republic (1926). On what should have been the happiest day of her life—her marriage to her childhood sweetheart, Fei WenDian—Xiu Xiu, daughter of a wealthy farmer and landowner, is kidnapped by bandits. Her father, Ning Xue Xiang, unwilling to ransom her at the cost of his fields, offers his younger daughter in marriage to Fei WenDian, hoping to buy time.
Deceived by his sister-in-law, another wealthy landowner, and misled by his bride’s father who withholds the truth, Fei WenDian ends up marrying Su Su, for whom he has no affection.
On the verge of disgrace, Xiu Xiu is rescued by DaJiao, a childhood friend who, unknown to her, has long harbored a quiet love. Shattered by her father’s betrayal and abandoned by relatives and her former fiancé’s family, Xiu Xiu consents to a hastily arranged marriage with DaJiao. She cuts all ties with her family and vows never to forgive her father’s lack of love.
So begins her saga of life in the countryside. Coming from wealth, she now faces poverty, hardship, and the harshness of tenant farming. Yet in this unforgiving world of hunger and toil, she also discovers the strength of friendship, the gentleness of a companion, and the profound love for the land itself.
Some viewers may find the story slow at times. But the richness of detail, the careful construction of the characters, and the depth of their intertwined lives deserved to be told fully. To shorten it would have been to diminish its power.
Across more than fifty years of reminiscences, Xiu Xiu carries us through China’s cultural and political transformation—from the Republican era to a Communist society.
Through economic crises, the Japanese invasion, cultural clashes, generational conflicts, personal sacrifices, hunger, grief, and natural disasters, the drama reveals countless changes. Minds shift, forgiveness takes root, lives are born and lost, and the cycle continues.
Among the countless Chinese dramas produced every year, *This Thriving Land* stands out. For me, it is a strong contender for the 2025 awards, meeting every requirement with ease.
A cohesive script, strong direction, brilliant performances, magnificent cinematography, and flawless makeup. The entire cast was excellent, but my special admiration goes to the senior actors—Ni Da Hong as Ning Xue Xiang, Xiu Xiu’s father, and Lin Yong Jian as Feng Er, DaJiao’s father—both of whom were extraordinary.
This is a drama filled with emotion, with a powerful beginning, a compelling middle, and a transformative ending. It moved me deeply at every step.
I discovered it almost by chance, while reading about another show, and learned that *This Thriving Land* was the most-watched drama in China. I found it fascinating that some stories can be so beloved at home and yet remain almost unpublicized abroad. Perhaps some works are so intimately woven into the fabric of a people that they are kept close, like a treasure of the heart.
Still, the world deserves to see this other side of China.
I must admit, my own perspective changed. I carry a new kind of affection after watching it.
It is not a casual drama, nor is it for everyone. But it is necessary for life. It gives new meaning to everything.
I take my hat off. Ten out of ten feels far too little. Brilliant.
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I’m ready for the third season.
The first thought I had when I finished watching this second season was that I should rewatch the first one. Not because I had forgotten it, but because of a deep need to revisit certain details addressed here. Not to mention that it has been such a long time... three years! Yes, three years of waiting, but a wait that was absolutely worth it.I read some reviews about the production, the change of director, writer, and so on, but I chose not to dive too deeply into them since, in the overall context, what I saw pleased me enough to overlook any shortcomings.
The criticisms about editing, development, a slow plot, or the lack of relevance of certain characters did not discourage me. Contrary to what many think, I found this season broad and especially profound in its approach to the cases. Undoubtedly faithful and wise in its casting and character development choices, especially Shen Yi.
**"Our boy has grown up!"**
Shen Yi not only elevated his art but also sharpened his mind and expanded his heart immensely. This can be clearly felt in his final dialogue with Du Cheng. Truly remarkable:
*["The two of us are like a compass. If I can draw a large circle, it's because you are the center of the circle. Wherever you go, the circle will follow... Du Cheng, do you know why I love the Beijiang branch so much? Because there will always be someone on the ground doing everything they can to pull me back whenever I want to fly beyond my limits. Without you, I could have been shattered into pieces..."]*
It’s rare to see a plot with such intense and profound dialogues. So much so that, at times, I allowed myself to rewind scenes to fully grasp the reasoning. This is an aspect that doesn’t always appeal to viewers—thinking can be exhausting—and understandably so. However, this is part of the essence of this drama. Perhaps that’s why its investigative approach to evidence is so straightforward. It’s almost comical how, with a mouse click or the press of a button, Li Han uncovers all the case and suspect details, while Rong Yue dissects a body practically in the blink of an eye.
The story alternates between cases, though some intertwine from the beginning to the final episode. The constant presence of the elusive geneticist looms until the very end.
Even though he displeases Shen Yi’s fans, I appreciated his brilliance, though his selfishness and self-deification eroded my admiration. A mad genius, but still mad—completely detrimental to what remains of our humanity.
Fang Kai Yi, Du Cheng, and Shen Yi shape the morphology of the season. Fang Kai Yi tries to bring Shen Yi back, but Du Cheng closes the circuit with all his strength. Between them, Shen Yi emerges glorious, superb, and masterful.
I enjoyed most of the cases, some lighter than others. Though not all deserve glamour, my favorite remains Feng Xiao Wen's—the Beijing Opera artist. Magnificent!
I also greatly enjoyed the story of the blind boy, the cybercafé arsonists, the mountain tour guide, and, of course, the edited embryo.
As for the rest—OST, direction, script, editing, and characters—excellent choices, excellent production.
As someone who knew how to appreciate the show said: *“I’m ready for the third season. Hopefully, it won’t take as long this time.”*
Meanwhile, I plan to rewatch the first season. The ending of this one is hard to digest.
I highly recommend it, and for those who enjoy the genre, two thumbs up!
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I say check it out. It's beautiful!
I recently watched Amidst a Snowstorm of Love. Wow, complicated name in English, hahahahaha, sorry, I'm not fluent at all... Anyway, as I told a friend, besides the horror trends, I tend to fall madly in love with stories about older women and younger men. Some of this is due to the fact that men have always matured later in relationships. Prejudice? Yes may be. I call that, life experience. Whatnot.The fact is that I really liked the Snooker drama, but I loved this one. Without wanting to compare both dramas, the focus of which is beside the point at the moment,
Anyway, sorry, it's difficult not to have a minimum of comparison: Both have a sports theme, both have Leo Wu and both have FLs with great references and acting.
Nothing but you, despite being a longer and, in my opinion, more complex drama, and having been filmed in about 7 months, seems to have less recognition among the general public. Meanwhile, Amidst a Snowstorm of Love, although it had participation from other countries and was more successful, was filmed in 3 months. Both have their merits and are well worth checking out.
Nothing but you, although it has more positive points than negative points, I believe that some scenes could be edited and, therefore, reduce the viewing time. 30 episodes would be a good size, without losing its charming essence in any way.
Even though I came here for Leo Wu, I must admit that Zhou Yu Tong was brilliant. A mature, intelligent, independent, strong character and, most of the time, in control of situations. His little display of ingenuity in the final chapters, while criticized by some, was adorable.
Leo Wu, although he has already witnessed his most impressive performances, here he knew how to embody Song San Chuan masterfully. An impeccable athletic body...mercy! I can't let this observation pass 😊, beautiful, it's a fact! But his moments as a rebellious boy, stubbornness and insecurity typical of immaturity, were unique. I confess, I enjoyed each one of them.
Very good supporting cast, although they spent an extended amount of time on the younger sister and her necessary family members. I think it would have been better to have invested more in the story of the other athletes, the nutritionist friend and the coach Zhang Yan.
Anyway, if you have doubts about checking out this drama, I say check it out. It's beautiful!
I will never forget my moments with my son by my side, talking about tennis rules, nor that, in my entire life, I admired this sport so much.
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Divertido
Infelizmente a Tailandia está longe de produções fortes e consistentes. Lógico, falo isto baseada neste drama. Conheço muito pouco de lá. O drama começou bem, divertido e me proporcionou boas risadas. O meio se tornou maçante e o final alem de qualquer surpresa, foi fraco. Uma pena! Senti um bom potencial nos atores, além de ser uma história agradável de assistir. Mas tudo foi tão clichê e forçado. Acredito que até para dar "selinho" é necessário maior envolvimento entre os protagonistas. No fim das contas, o que era alegre e divertido serviu para me deixar desolada e triste com a baixa qualidade da evolução e conclusão dos personagens.Was this review helpful to you?
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Um drama subestimado que é um achado
Eu sempre gostei de partilhar minhas impressões sobre os dramas com os colegas. Nos últimos tempos tenho me mantido alheia. Não sei se tal relapso se deve a mim ou aos dramas ao qual estava habituada terem se tornado maçantes. Prefiro pensar que tenho feito más escolhas e, já que nunca fui boa em críticas negativas, me abstenho de comentar.Recentemente descobri kisskh e com ele, para minha grande satisfação, grandes comentaristas dos C-dramas. Foi assim que assisti esta pérola, Love in Between.
Antes de tudo, caso alguém leia este comentário, me perdoe os deslizes. Sou nova nesta comunidade e muito nova nos C-dramas.
Como já disse, não sou nada boa em críticas negativas, então prefiro começar pela parte boa.
Love in Between foi um grande achado. A história é intrigante, envolvente e nos faz seguir em frente mesmo nos momentos mais lentos. Posso dizer que até mesmo e a relativa calmaria no desenvolvimento dos personagens é gratificante.
O contexto político é bem feito e de fácil entendimento. As cenas de lutas são gloriosas e as de romance suave, porém com diálogos intensos.
Lembro que no episódio 29 Zuo Qing Ci e Su Yun Luo tem um diálogo edificante. Uma frase me marcou: “Quanto mais alto você está, mais longe você pode ver” Quanto mais você vê, mais você pode sofrer.” Referência aos heróis e o preço de ser um deles. Eu fiquei fascinada. Nunca tinha pensado sobre isso, já que, em meu horizonte de formiguinha, só posso ver há poucos passos de mim.
E a história é bem isso. Seres grandiosos que lutam por um mundo mais justo e seres iluminados que fazem de tudo para apoiar seus heróis.
Lógico, mesmo os heróis tem seus deslizes e, ainda que enxerguem muito além, são brecados quando o assunto é amor.
Zuo Qing Ci foi meu segundo personagem mais amado. Adorei sua persistência, bondade nata e caráter correto, mas desgostei de sua constante fraqueza física e emocional. Em especial em relação a Su Yun Luo. Contudo, sua inteligência foi deslumbrante.
Su Yun Luo foi uma personagem interessante. Forte no início, mas decepcionante em vários aspectos. O pior foi quando, em poucos episódios, se torna uma pessoa fraca e, num piscar de olhos, do ladrão poderoso, do qual nada se escapa, numa jovem que cai e chora a todo instante. Sua obsessão por salvar seu mestre findou pouco compensativa ou convincente, considerando a forma fácil com que o deixou quase de lado no final. Ainda que tenha sido a protagonista principal, não foi a minha escolhida de coração.
Dito isso, confesso, meu carinho maior ficou por conta do segundo e terceiro casal. A história de Shen Man Qing é Wen Si Yuan foi muito mais tocante. E ainda que curtisse cada momento do drama, me via passando uma boa parte do episódio esperando que ambos aparecessem. Foi encantador acompanhá-los em cada cena. Wen Si Yuan foi meu personagem mais querido.
Yin Chang Ge foi um personagem lindo. Justo, humano, companheiro e muito carismático. Gostei de seu relacionamento com Xie Jiang Er. Considerei doce e cativante. Embora, no meu íntimo, acredito que ela tomou uma atitude precipitada no final. Custava ter esperado pela ajuda? Triste e decepcionante escolha. Mas, independente da forma como tudo culminou, ambos eram belíssimos personagens.
Em relação a parte negativa tenho pouco a falar. Odiei o desenvolvimento que foi destinado ao personagem Zhu Yan. Tanto seu amor frustrante por Su Yun Luo, como suas conversas com seu eu maligno, foram cansativos. Custava desenvolverem sua parceria com Yin Chang Ge? Um bromance seria muito bem vindo. E nem venham me dizer que tudo foi feito para o melhor da história. Não consigo perdoar como tudo acabou tão aleatoriamente para ambos.
O desfecho foi , com certeza, o ponto mais fraco do drama. Alguns buracos me incomodaram. Poxa, eu se quer soube se o Mestre de Su Yun Luo sobreviveu!
Mas o que mais me causou frustração foi que, com um pouco mais de esforço, a trama poderia terminar bem melhor. Segundo a galera isto é quase que uma marca nos C-dramas. Sinceramente, torço que não, já que as histórias são tão compensatórias.
Enfim, um drama subestimado, porém que teve muito mais pontos positivos que negativos. Ótimo elenco, ótima história, valeu cada minuto de tempo. Recomendo de coração! E já estou com saudades, sério!
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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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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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This drama is, quite simply, a rare gem.
Starting a drama review is always a challenge, and this one is no exception. It is a production that, despite not having reached a wide audience, leaves a deep impression on everyone who has watched it.Reading through fellow reviewers’ impressions, I felt much of what I wanted to express had already been voiced. Still, this drama touched me in such a personal way that I must share at least a glimpse of how profoundly it resonated with me.
At its core, this is a drama of mystery and suspense, fractured blood ties, found families, and an unforgettable story of love, sacrifice, and resilience.
The narrative unfolds across four distinct timelines, cleverly interwoven:
Timeline 1 (Mailbox No. 1): Though never shown directly, it represents the permanent home of two enigmatic figures—a scrap collector and a yellow cat. The latter becomes a whimsical yet pivotal messenger, carrying letters across timelines through different mailboxes. (A quirky detail: the director revealed that six different cats were used for this role—seamlessly so, I never noticed the switch.)
Timeline 2 (Mailbox No. 2): Set in 1991, where we meet our young protagonists.
Timeline 3 (Mailbox No. 3): Set in 2026, where the next generation seeks to alter the fate of the past.
Timeline 4 (Mailbox No. 4): Revealed only at the end—a twist best left for viewers to discover.
In 1991, Ye Hai Tang (played by the versatile Wang Yinglu) lives under the shadow of relentless abuse by her father, Yi Yibo. Her home is broken, her father mentally unstable and consumed by gambling, stripping her of dignity and survival alike. The scenes of physical and emotional torment are painfully raw, often demanding a pause just to breathe. Her only solace lies in her passion for learning and her dream of university, a way out of her suffocating existence in Meiwan.
It is at school that she encounters Tang Yi Xun, an unlikely savior. A troubled orphan raised in an institution, Yi Xun has carved a harsh life alongside two friends, Li Cha Dong and Zhang Hao (“Rat”), surviving through illegal debt collection. Violence, betrayal, and despair haunt him, yet with the support of a caring teacher, he longs to return to his studies. When fate brings him to Hai Tang through one of her father’s debts, an improbable yet tender connection begins to grow.
Their bond is one of the most beautiful aspects of the drama: two broken souls finding comfort in one another, becoming each other’s chosen family. Yet fate proves merciless, and their fragile happiness is constantly tested.
Fast forward to 2026, and Hai Tang has mysteriously disappeared. Her son, Shen Cheng ( Ren You Lun ), returns from England in a desperate search for her. Along the way, he meets Yu Nian ( Zheng He Hui Zi ), who is also searching for her missing father, Yu Zhi Hong—a man in his fifties with Alzheimer’s. Yu Zhi Hong’s vanishing seems intertwined with Hai Tang’s, and in his final days he was seen lingering near a mailbox in a shipyard, waiting to send a letter under the quiet watch of a sympathetic security guard.
What unfolds is a puzzle that viewers themselves must piece together, as the timelines converge and unravel with both suspense and poignancy. To say more would diminish the impact; the surprises, mysteries, and emotional weight deserve to be experienced firsthand.
This drama is, quite simply, a rare gem: intense, immersive, and meticulous in every detail. The direction is masterful, the performances nuanced and compelling, the writing sharp and layered, and the cinematography stunningly evocative.
It is a story that lingers long after the final scene. For those willing to immerse themselves in its intricacies, it is absolutely worth the journey.
Rating: 10/10.
P.S: To better understand the division of the four timelines, I am following the perfect reasoning of one of my fellow reviewers on kisskh. I won’t mention their name out of respect for their review, but I am truly grateful for their explanation. It helped me a lot in understanding the whole plot. Thank you!
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Especially to those who believe there’s more to love and destiny than meets the eye.
“But above all, I wish that God may take care of you and continue to protect you, even beyond the limits where I can no longer go…”This was one of the phrases I once received from a dear friend in the past, and I have carried it with me, close to my heart, wherever I go… That is more or less what this drama represented to me. A message of immeasurable love, one that neither time nor space can ever erase.
It began as just another Xianxia, filled with revenge, melodrama, sovereign gods, terrifying demons, and stylish celestial battles, but slowly it transformed into one of the sweetest love stories among the latest c-dramas.
Rarely have I had the pleasure of following such a captivating couple. Affection, tender touches, and kisses were present in nearly every episode from the moment they first came together. In a few words, I can say it was intoxicating, charismatic, and truly addictive.
I’ve thought this before, and every time I watch a production like this, I can’t help but think it again: even if I spend the next tem years of my life watching Chinese dramas, I will still not truly grasp this culture, this spectrum of productions, and this vast range of artistic talent that sustains them. It’s surreal!
As for Arthur Chen, this god of beauty—majestic and imposing no matter the role—this was actually my first time watching one of his dramas. I’ve been eagerly awaiting China’s release of *Immortality*, na original BL work (censored, of course, but adapted as bromance) based on the web novel *The Husky and His White Cat Shizun* by the phenomenal author Meatbun. In that story, Arthur Chen plays Mo Ran, disciple of Chu Wanning. I’ve read the books and I’m waiting with great anticipation for the drama.
So, when I saw that *When Destiny Brings the Demon* starred Arthur Chen, I decided to watch it in na attempt to ease my anxious wait a little. To my surprise, I ended up falling equally in love with his partner in the story. Wang Yinglu plays three different characters, and she is absolutely dazzling. Beautiful, funny, moving, and with a unique chemistry alongside Arthur Chen. I had also never seen any of her works before, and I don’t know much about her other roles, but here she was simply wonderful.
It’s true that in the first arc of the story, both Arthur Chen and Wang Yinglu faced a greater challenge, since it was longer and more intense, but I loved all three arcs almost equally, as well as the changes in their characters.
If I have one complaint about the production, it would be the distribution of time between arcs. The first, in the Immortal Realm, was perfect. The second, in the Demon Realm, could have been shorter. The third, in the Mortal Realm, was not enough. The story set in the empire was intriguing and deserved better development. And the time given to their reunion in the modern era was far too brief. I wanted more, much more.
Yes, the plot had a few flaws—it’s true—but the main elements were completely satisfying: from the costumes, setting, and OST, to the dialogues and directing. At first, I thought of giving it a nine, but in the end, I gave it a tem. It’s not every day that a drama holds you from beginning to end with such lovable characters and moments of pure delight.
As always, it’s hard to say goodbye, but what can we do? As the story itself showed us on many occasions, no pain surpasses the pain of parting. I’ll continue here on my solitary journey, hoping that the wait will one day end in a destined reunion.
A beautiful drama. I wholeheartedly recommend it, especially to those who believe in things far beyond what our eyes can see or our imagination can reach.
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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?
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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One of the most delightful BLs I’ve watched in a long time.
It’s over… and I’m feeling so bittersweet, honestly!It’s been a long time since I’ve looked forward to Mondays with this much excitement—and now it’s gone, I already miss it so much.
Forget the haters and their discouraging comments. The drama might not be perfect, but it’s without a doubt one of the most delightful BLs I’ve watched in a long time.
And to those who called the romance inappropriate, forced, or meaningless—ironically, that was the very reason it was all worth it.
The soundtrack is gorgeous, the couples are adorable and so talented.
The production struck the perfect balance between drama, friendship, family struggles, gentle touches of comedy, meaningful life lessons, growth, passion, and love.
It’s hard to let it go, but I know that someday I’ll watch it all over again—just for the pure joy of feeling this happy.
I couldn’t recommend it enough.
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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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