This is kind of a review IDK I just finished it and wanted to empty my heart haha!
To be honest I preferred the second half to the first. I didn't care for the amnesia or identity theft storyline, in fact it's a storyline I usually hate, but I stuck with it for the actors. Du Xiao Han was despicable, but her somewhat redemption at the end was nice. I like the fact that she was a manipulating multi-murderer wasn't overlooked and she got what she deserved. She was like a snow-ball, starting with petty theft and getting worse and worse when she had more and more to lose. It's always easier after the first time, and that was handed to her on a silver platter (dropping Jiang Xin). Anyway, not defending her actions. I feel sorry for Sheng Jie Wen, he could have had a quite romantic love story but alas. Bai Lang has so much charisma I can't even. I loved the relationship between his subordinates. I expected Chun Hua to just be comic relief, as the cheerful, playful one, but she ended up playing a very decisive role. In fact I think after Xiao Han's death the drama should have ended. The next part was like a completely different drama where the original storyline had no importance, I even forgot completely about Xiao Han's existence and the amnesia. Although most people didn't seem to like the last 10 or so episodes, I found them more exciting, and cared more about the events. And Bai Lang in a beret please.
I gave it 8.5/10. The 0.5 was for the happy ending which I loved. Did it deserve an 8, I don't know. It was frustrating at the beginning for me, but I stuck with it and I'm glad I did. It never felt real which is a shame. However everything came together nicely, and what I love most is to watch the last episode and think back to the first and see how far the characters have come, and thinking wow what a journey. I didn't notice any plot holes, please tell me if you did! Long comment over.
Really really enjoyed the first 4 episodes. Unfortunately it is not subbed past this point and I don't understand Chinese so I will have to hope that it continues to get subbed!
"Let us hope there is no more war in the future" Everyone should watch this Such a wonderful drama I…
I copied the link in my previous comment. They are all available on Viki. (Viki is not always available in my region but this one works) Have fun watching! :)
Also, sometimes i used the audio from http://www.dramanice.us/drama/battle-of-changsha-detail because it's in HD there, so I played the videos at the same time (with viki audio off). The audio on Viki I found was sometimes not tip-top. (but it's not necessary)
I've just finished it! This drama was like one massive warm hug! I'm so sad to have finished it! I've come to love all the characters and they will be dearly missed!!! Man I would so love a sequel to this, so much more story potential, so many characters who could be developed, ahhh, what a good show! I laughed and squealed so much during this, more than any other drama i've watching I think, it was absolutely hilarious! Also, all the characters got sufficient development (although I wouldn't have complained if there was more Yoon & Me Ah Ri), it was very well balanced, came to a good end, no rushing and no dragging, perfectly paced. Do watch! on a good day, prettily... hehehe :D
The "scary music" is really good, but they play it all the time so it loses it's impact, I feel like they are almost entirely relying on the music to make it scary...
And can I just say that the leading lady is stunningly beautiful! And seems to be an excellent actress! And Wallace... It's been 2 episodes guys;.. I can't handle this, i need more o_o This is well on it's way to making my all time top 5!
To be honest I preferred the second half to the first. I didn't care for the amnesia or identity theft storyline, in fact it's a storyline I usually hate, but I stuck with it for the actors. Du Xiao Han was despicable, but her somewhat redemption at the end was nice. I like the fact that she was a manipulating multi-murderer wasn't overlooked and she got what she deserved. She was like a snow-ball, starting with petty theft and getting worse and worse when she had more and more to lose. It's always easier after the first time, and that was handed to her on a silver platter (dropping Jiang Xin). Anyway, not defending her actions. I feel sorry for Sheng Jie Wen, he could have had a quite romantic love story but alas. Bai Lang has so much charisma I can't even. I loved the relationship between his subordinates. I expected Chun Hua to just be comic relief, as the cheerful, playful one, but she ended up playing a very decisive role. In fact I think after Xiao Han's death the drama should have ended. The next part was like a completely different drama where the original storyline had no importance, I even forgot completely about Xiao Han's existence and the amnesia. Although most people didn't seem to like the last 10 or so episodes, I found them more exciting, and cared more about the events. And Bai Lang in a beret please.
I gave it 8.5/10. The 0.5 was for the happy ending which I loved. Did it deserve an 8, I don't know. It was frustrating at the beginning for me, but I stuck with it and I'm glad I did. It never felt real which is a shame. However everything came together nicely, and what I love most is to watch the last episode and think back to the first and see how far the characters have come, and thinking wow what a journey. I didn't notice any plot holes, please tell me if you did! Long comment over.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j4Ax3x2EtZg
Also, sometimes i used the audio from http://www.dramanice.us/drama/battle-of-changsha-detail because it's in HD there, so I played the videos at the same time (with viki audio off). The audio on Viki I found was sometimes not tip-top. (but it's not necessary)
Everyone should watch this
Such a wonderful drama
I just finished it now and I'm genuinely lost for words.
Additionally, if you like this, read Wild Swans by Jung Chang.
Edit
Ok apologies it is subbed on Viki, although the quality is not amazing, i'm thankful they did it! I was afraid i wasn't going to see it!
The first 4 episodes are available here http://www.wallacehuo.info/MinguoSeries/Battle-of-Changsha/Battle-of-Changsha-with/ with a slightly better video quality and subs. Otherwise here http://www.viki.com/videos/1034249v-battle-of-changsha-episode-1 . Since it seems Viki subbed the youtube video, it may stay on as long as the video stays on youtube, lets hope forever! :)