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Light (but not goofy) slice of life rom com
Light (but not goofy) slice of life rom com set in misogynistic ancient China. Some dark themes are touched with abuses on women at centre stage. Despite these elements in the story, the drama is still a lovely journey down a common path to love. The characters experience a few scary moments and unpleasant surprises but with luck and some stretches in probability at times, it all works out.
The middle was a bit dull for me, but the last 8 eps get better again. The ending ties up loose ends and gives the group a pretty ending.
I am a fan of both leads and a good handful of the other actors.
ML is not as swoonworthy as he is in some of his other dramas, but he is still very attractive as a handsome green light prince. He is a calm, reliable, and sweetly dedicated husband. He's cute and insecure at times, making him very endearing.
The FL is a kind woman with a strong moral compass and healthy love of self. She has simple dreams but they are made difficult by the discriminating attitudes towards women at that time and especially in the county where is finds herself married and far from home. The FL excels in these roles as a woman who must use her brain and positivity to influence change in the world around her. She's always a pleasure to watch.
5th brother is my 3rd favorite actor in this. He always makes me laugh. He comes across very natural and sincere in every role. The growth in him and many of the side characters is nice to see as they are given more moments to shine alongside the leads. Towards the end this does feel more like an ensemble cast lead drama just 1 or 2 mains.
This drama is a nice way to pass the time without too much angst, abuse, or any incredibly despicable people.
Music, costume, and set design are all good to above average. This has been added to my feel-good rewatch list.
The middle was a bit dull for me, but the last 8 eps get better again. The ending ties up loose ends and gives the group a pretty ending.
I am a fan of both leads and a good handful of the other actors.
ML is not as swoonworthy as he is in some of his other dramas, but he is still very attractive as a handsome green light prince. He is a calm, reliable, and sweetly dedicated husband. He's cute and insecure at times, making him very endearing.
The FL is a kind woman with a strong moral compass and healthy love of self. She has simple dreams but they are made difficult by the discriminating attitudes towards women at that time and especially in the county where is finds herself married and far from home. The FL excels in these roles as a woman who must use her brain and positivity to influence change in the world around her. She's always a pleasure to watch.
5th brother is my 3rd favorite actor in this. He always makes me laugh. He comes across very natural and sincere in every role. The growth in him and many of the side characters is nice to see as they are given more moments to shine alongside the leads. Towards the end this does feel more like an ensemble cast lead drama just 1 or 2 mains.
This drama is a nice way to pass the time without too much angst, abuse, or any incredibly despicable people.
Music, costume, and set design are all good to above average. This has been added to my feel-good rewatch list.
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