‘My Journey to You’. Odd, maybe the journey has only just started?
I’m glad the last few episodes were all released at once!This is my second time watching a wuxia drama and I was not disappointed. Although it is indeed slow paced, I felt that every word was not said without thought. And although there were several heart wrenching deaths I was glad that the majority lived on. I enjoyed the backstories to each of the characters, my favourite being the love between young master yue and yun que. His acting got me!
There is no arc or backstory to the wufeng although if they were to further explain in a next season I don’t think I would be that interested. Even if it ended with an open ending I’m not sure if I want to know what happened afterwards. A last battle? A happy ending? That’s what I believe in. I’m not sure a special would show this so I’d rather not know. Although knowing how they tricked me in the last several episodes to believe in only what was shown I’m sure they were able to survive the last test. I refuse to believe otherwise.
Thank to all the actors for their amazing performance. I was impressed and I even found an actor I hope to see more of in the future!
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A pair I will always remember with beautiful chemistry
Where to start? So I initially read the novel and enjoyed it. I had watched the female lead in my journey to you and thought she did a really good job. And well the male lead, I’ve never watched his stuff but heard he’s good. So how could i not watch it! I’m glad I did.Although some parts were not the same as in the novel I think they’ve done a very good job. I usually find cdramas too long but with the changes they made it really makes every moment memorable in my opinion and I kind of see it as 2 parts in 1. Essentially two big fights. And the lead up to these fights are so different.
I loved all the actors in this one. Obviously some annoyed me like the villains but that means they did a good job so can’t complain! It’d be nice to see them all in a drama together again. I just really enjoyed the friendship of the characters.
In terms of the story, i personally loved it. I know there was a point people were annoyed with the female lead but i get her. I will say though, im glad it didn’t drag on for too long. If she had lied again i think I would’ve doubted how smart she is but she knew she was caught red handed. There was no point in lying again. Second, the reason I loved the novel was because the female lead is a fighter! She’s not a damsel in distress. She can fight for herself and he knows it too. Slay girl. And lastly, I’m happy they trusted each other at the end. Like yes communication. We love to see it.
Situ ling, I wish he had a redemption arc. I really hoped that maybe ming yi’s beating will switch something in his brain but yeah I ask for too much. I did like that we got to see his disciple at the end meet his butterfly form though. Or at least that’s what I thought I saw. Usually these type of dramas make me cry at the end but I was grinning, I was smiling ear to ear. I find that sometimes there’s not enough sweet scenes at the end but they fed us so thank you. And I was also surprised about the fighting. I felt the last battle wasn’t actually that intense. But that’s because my leads communicated. Don’t get me wrong, it still had me on the edge of my bed though.
I was a really big fan of the marriage scenes. I think they really made a statement for me. Like how marriage is really a unique and important decision for each couple. I think they portrayed it beautifully with the crossing of the river and the stone duck statues. Sorry if they weren’t ducks… and the child like voice hosting the scene. I also liked how some of the things ming yi in the novel did became what the new empress did. I liked that they did not make her a regular empress but actually gave her a proper role! Like she actually did stuff and contributed to making the six realms better.
Music wise I thought there would be more songs. But I really liked some of the songs and think they used them very well. The love in the clouds ost is my favourite. It gives such ethereal vibes which works so well. And I also enjoyed the male leads ost for the sweet moments.
Ok, overall 10/10. Would I watch again? Maybe, if I could watch it for the first time again. Storyline? A rollercoaster but the good kind. Visuals? Stunning. Romance? It’s romancing. Music? Chef’s kiss. Production? Thank you for making this. I really enjoyed it, all of it! :)))
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Finally watched this, but it fell short of my expectations
The high rating had my hopes up and I honestly wanted to watch something with a little more comedy. To be honest, Bai Jiu's screams brought me here lol. But unfortunately, it fell short.What I liked:
- Strong start: the first few episodes were pretty good but after they solved the case of the murdered brides the storyline just didn't interest me that much anymore.
- Hou Ming Hao: He's just really fits this role as a demon or powerful being. I watched him in Love in the Clouds and I swear this kind of role is just made for him. His expressions and mannerisms are so good.
- Friendship and side characters: I really liked the whole group and the friendships and their different personalities.
What I didn't like/ Could've been better:
- Pacing: Way too slow. Sometimes they just be showing visuals on the screen and they would talk so slow. No way it takes 10 min of talking about one thing and then the ep is over like come on. Maybe if it was faster paced, I wouldn't lose interest. I had to do stuff while watching so it didn't feel like I was wasting time :(
- Useless Goddess: No offense but what was her purpose? Like she had no power, she moaned and hates herself for being weak, it just felt silly. I feel her character could've been written better. Maybe she could've been super smart and outsmart the villains. Her character when she was introduced was super interesting, I thought she'd be really intelligent, but it went so downhill :( I was shouting at my screen
- Deaths - Ying Lei's death was so sad. He deserved more. I get why he died but it was so sad. I also considered him part of the crew. I know he wasn't originally part of the group but for me he was there. Bai Jiu's death... I'm still in denial. I always thought he'd appear screaming and then they'd laugh and joke. The ending was so sad. Zhuo Yi Chen lost his family and at the end he also lost all his friends. Like give my guy a break. So sad :_(
- Villains coming back from the dead: I hate when someone who you fought died reappears a few episodes later like bro, just die already. Like I thought we dealt with you once, why you back!
I hope it's not too harsh, I did enjoy parts of it but I feel it was just too slow paced for me and the storyline became a little boring. And if you don't like sad endings like me, beware.
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A comfort show - I've watched it 3 times already
I've watched this three time now, it's about time I write a review.I did not watch it back-to-back but for some reason I seem to come back to it like it's a comfort show
What I liked:
- Side characters: I love side characters who actually add to the essence of the drama. And I love their reactions too to the romance.
- Plot: Fairly simple and easy to follow. It wasn't doing too much but stuff still happened. Maybe that's why it's a comfort watch.
- Periods: I know it may seem random but I like when they showcase this in dramas and how they care for the female lead during this painful time. It's relatable and can make the male lead more attractive ngl lol.
- Chemistry: There were some cute and sweet moments. Don't expect steamy but still really cute
What I didn't like/ Could've been better:
- Forced moments: Why are we picking up a girl when she got scratched on her hands? She can still walk! I get it but it's unnecessary and silly lol
- Korean voice: I'm not korean but the male leads korean voice sounded so different to his normal voice. It just sounded kinda funny to me. Like he's normal voice makes him appear really cold but the korean voice made him appear less cold if that makes any sense.
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Overall, really enjoyable to watch and very memorable :)
What I liked most:- Strong, independent woman: Hell yeah! Who doesn't love a woman who can do it all herself
- Amazing side characters: I love the pig butcher squad and the CEO lady of the restaurant (another bad ass and independent woman). I also love the Marquis' military advisor and his cavalry buddies. The evil guys are also so memorable and enjoyable to watch.
- Visuals: stunning
- OST: It's iconic and memorable. Still remember that specific one that comes up when the battle begins lol
- Setting: I like how they gave us different settings. Like it started in the countryside (my favourite part) where its calmish and then it goes to the battlefield and finally the palace.
- Friendship: I love when dramas are not just about romance and the leads build strong friendships along the way.
- Acting: First time to see female lead and she killed it. I have watched male lead, and I know many came for him but they both did very well and I think all the side characters really helped complete and elevate the drama.
Chemistry: Amazing!
What I didn't like/ Could've been better:
- Confusing plot: A little hard to understand. I felt like there were two stories/issues going on at the same time. Too many names to remember at the palace part but I eventually got it and it all made sense through the acting eventually.
- Side character's death: Why did they kill of the pig butcher squad member. It was so sad! they were meant to stick together till the end! I get it but then it felt like they kinda replaced the guy with a random dude which was odd.
- Battle scenes: I feel like the middle battle scenes were really good but then I feel like the battle in the palace was a little anti-climatic?
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When the weak wins intellectually with a bit of help from a fan
It had everything I wanted. Love, humour, friendship, mystery. I was absorbed in this drama and the music was lovely, perfect for the scenes. The acting was so believable too. Some acted too well I wanted to slap them for their evil personality. I know some may not have been satisfied by the ending (it was sad :'( I cried) but to be honest, the whole journey (and considering the journey is 40 eps and the ending is only is 1ep) it was definitely worth it. I was proud of both the leads at the end! The first scene had me hooked immediately and from there is started to pick up. There was no going back. I needed to find out how the goal was going to be accomplished and I really had no idea how hard it was going to be and how many people we would meet along the way! I'm glad I got to accompany the lead in her journey. She may have been put down by absolutely disgusting liars who abuse their power but the friends she made along the way made this a wonderful watch ☺️Was this review helpful to you?
A very memorable and emotional rollercoaster ❤️ Can't compare it to others
I was looking for a sweet youth, coming of age romance and everyone said this is best after when I fly towards you. Now I’ve finished it, I don’t think one is better than the other. Always home turned out to be more than just a cute romance. It was relatable. Heart wrenching. Beautiful. Happy. Exciting. Anxious. Angry. All the feelings in one place. I hate this drama because I never stopped crying throughout. The happy scenes made me cry. The sad scenes made me cry. The music made me cry. Everything made me cry😭😭 I’m being serious. Maybe because I’m also going through a time of change I feel I found this at the right time.I hope that everyone who watches this can also let themselves go and just watch it with no other thoughts. Just watch it for what it is. It taught me life. The good and bad. The raw beauty of it.❤️I wish everyone who stumbles upon this series happy times. Even if the happy times are not here now, they’ll come, so keep going. There is always someone out there wishing you well☺️
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