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So, Gemini took me completely by surprise. I didn’t expect to get pulled in so quickly—after the first ten episodes, I ended up binge-watching the series within a few days. There were so many things I loved about it, so I’ll just go through them one by one.
First, the colors and cinematography. The opening scene alone—a snowy landscape with the female lead running in her striking red outfit—hooked me instantly. Throughout the series, there were so many beautifully shot moments: the slow-motion scene in the cave, the emotional reunion after the divorce, the fall that seemed to freeze time, and many more. The visuals added so much depth and emotion to the story.
Then there’s the twist of the story itself. I honestly expected the typical reincarnation plot where the main characters travel to the past to change the future. But instead, the narrative moves forward after the soul swap, which felt refreshing. Because it’s a short drama, the pacing is tight—there’s no dragging mystery about who’s who or what happened. Everything is revealed and clarified quickly, which I really appreciated.
I also loved how swiftly the revenge arc unfolded. The female lead becomes sharp, strong, and cunning after the soul swap, and her evolution as an assassin was so satisfying to watch. The story doesn’t waste time—it gets right to the action in a way that feels purposeful.
Another thing I appreciated is how this short series avoids the usual tropes. Many short dramas lean on the “cold, abusive male lead” formula, but lately I’ve noticed that projects with Zhou Jun Wei tend to break away from that, and Gemini is no exception. The story remains engaging without relying on unnecessary palace politics or dragged-out drama. It stays focused on the main leads, which works perfectly for the format.
And finally, I have to mention Zhu Li Lan. I recognized her immediately from Love in the Clouds. She was so beautiful in that series that it was impossible not to remember her, and she brought the same captivating presence here.
Sadly, all good things do come to an end, and we soon face another issue that’s revealed in the second half of the series. Honestly, after episode 18 I had a hard time continuing—personally, I just didn’t like this next arc. This last half reminds me of how short series often feel: a lot of issues thrown together—lost identity, schemes, and politics against the royal lines. I honestly fast-forwarded through most of this part just to see where things ended.
I’m struggling between giving it a 7.5 or an 8. I might have to go with the lower end since it’s not something I’d rewatch.
First, the colors and cinematography. The opening scene alone—a snowy landscape with the female lead running in her striking red outfit—hooked me instantly. Throughout the series, there were so many beautifully shot moments: the slow-motion scene in the cave, the emotional reunion after the divorce, the fall that seemed to freeze time, and many more. The visuals added so much depth and emotion to the story.
Then there’s the twist of the story itself. I honestly expected the typical reincarnation plot where the main characters travel to the past to change the future. But instead, the narrative moves forward after the soul swap, which felt refreshing. Because it’s a short drama, the pacing is tight—there’s no dragging mystery about who’s who or what happened. Everything is revealed and clarified quickly, which I really appreciated.
I also loved how swiftly the revenge arc unfolded. The female lead becomes sharp, strong, and cunning after the soul swap, and her evolution as an assassin was so satisfying to watch. The story doesn’t waste time—it gets right to the action in a way that feels purposeful.
Another thing I appreciated is how this short series avoids the usual tropes. Many short dramas lean on the “cold, abusive male lead” formula, but lately I’ve noticed that projects with Zhou Jun Wei tend to break away from that, and Gemini is no exception. The story remains engaging without relying on unnecessary palace politics or dragged-out drama. It stays focused on the main leads, which works perfectly for the format.
And finally, I have to mention Zhu Li Lan. I recognized her immediately from Love in the Clouds. She was so beautiful in that series that it was impossible not to remember her, and she brought the same captivating presence here.
Sadly, all good things do come to an end, and we soon face another issue that’s revealed in the second half of the series. Honestly, after episode 18 I had a hard time continuing—personally, I just didn’t like this next arc. This last half reminds me of how short series often feel: a lot of issues thrown together—lost identity, schemes, and politics against the royal lines. I honestly fast-forwarded through most of this part just to see where things ended.
I’m struggling between giving it a 7.5 or an 8. I might have to go with the lower end since it’s not something I’d rewatch.
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