A remotely intersting continuation of Oh, My General
This is an ok movie. The storyline is a continuation of “Oh, My General” where “Liu Xi Yin” (the generals female cousin) is transported 1.000 years into the future instead of dying from the poison she drank. Here she meets a male version of the General whom she loved so much. That is actually an interesting plot and I was looking forward to watching this because I absolutely loved “Oh, My General” (still one of my favorite shows).Sadly this movie doesn’t live up to the show and even if I was entertained, there is nothing about it that stands out or is worth remembering. It’s just an ordinary movie.
Maybe it’s because I really disliked “Liu Xi Yin” in the original show and moreover I couldn’t feel the chemistry between the leads in this movie. Not even a kiss did we get let alone any kind of passion. We did get a lot of swirling and dancing but that isn’t all that interesting.
So, if you loved the original show, this might be worth watching, but don’t expect too much.
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Great season 2 of a very different mini-show
This is a great season 2 of this mini-show. Actually much better than season 1. The storyline becomes more complicated with the major twist that starts the show. There is a more serious atmosphere and the story is more dark. On the other hand we get an epic love story that is not typical for these short shows.Not everybody will like the ending and I admit I shed a tear but I choose to see the ending as a start. Perhaps we will get a season 3. I will definitely keep my eye out for that.
So, if you love a good mini-show that has different characters and storyline than normal - and an epic love story - this is definitely well worth watching.
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Great mini-show with unique characters
This is a great mini-show. It’s funny and different since it’s about a Demon instead of “just” a normal man. That challenges FL who is supposed to change the story because the plot would result in the Demon destroying the world. The problem is that her appearance messes up the plot in an unpredictable (and funny) way. I really love those kinds of twists.I read in the comments that this had a “Love between Fairy and Demon”-vibe and I fully understand that, LOL.
Character wise: FL is clever and cute. ML is scary but also shows feelings when surprised by FLs advances. His reaction to FLs touch while in trance (communicating with his people) made me laugh and feel embarrassed at the same time.
Acting wise this is very good even if the short format makes it feel rushed. I ended up watching the show with reduced speed (0,75). That felt like the right speed.
Since it’s so entertaining but open-ended, I can’t wait to watch season 2.
So, if you love a good mini-show that has different characters than normal, this is definitely well worth watching.
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From fun to excitment - great season 2
This is a wonderful mini-show. Where season 1 was funny, season 2 is exciting. The storyline is more complicated and we see more of the characters. I was highly entertained.Acting wise the cast is good and the fight scenes are great. I love a strong FL and that is what we get here.
The only thing is that this is so short that a part of the story feels a bit rushed. It doesn’t ruin the show but leaves a bit of plot holes every now and then.
Anyway, if you like a fast paced romantic comedy with entertaining twists and turns, this is well worth watching.
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Sugar-overload
OMG this is sugar-overload. The storyline is quite simple but we get a lot of romance, passion and sweetness. I had a lot of laughs watching this since there are a lot of funny scenes. Even if it is a mini-show, it doesn’t feel rushed but perhaps a bit abrupt in terms of editing. Nothing that ruins the show, though.Character wise:
Both FL and ML are sweet and caring people that fall victim to a controlling mother and miss out on a lot of time together.
Acting wise this is great. I have seen a couple of shows with ML and he is quite talented. It would be nice to see him in something more up-scaled (and longer). FL is also quite talented and natural in her acting. Together they have sizzling chemistry which is very important especially in mini-shows where the love story has a limited timeframe.
I would like to point out that the kid actor is a great contributor to this show and adds another dimension to the story.
So, if you love a romantic and funny mini-show - with the sweetest kid actor - this is definitely well worth watching
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Highly entertaining revenge-plot short show
I really liked this short show. The storyline revolves around a revenge plot based on two happenings. These happenings lead FL to go full-blown revenge-bitch, LOL. The storyline doesn’t take itself too seriously so I had a great time watching the many schemes FL and others in the household come up with. It’s fast paced without any fillers which I personally love about these short shows.I know many viewers compare this show to “Maid’s Revenge” but they really shouldn’t since this is an entirely different kind of story. I admit that the revenge theme is similar but the things that happen and the backstory is not.
Character wise we have this strong FL who is clever and cunning. The ML is rather weak but changes drastically due to the thing that happens to him. 2ML is a cunning and shrewd man with violent tendencies. Nothing gets to stand in his way and nothing is worth more to him than his ambition. Of course there isn’t much character depth because of the short format, but the characters are whole and not just one-dimensional.
Acting wise this is great. All the main actors do a great job with the little time they have.
So, if you love a strong revenge plot show without fillers, this is definitely well worth watching.
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A very good “My Ex Wants to Pursue Me Again”-story
This is a very good “My Ex Wants to Pursue Me Again”-story with good actors and an interesting storyline that is both passionate, heartwarming and heart wrenching.I loved this strong/capable/sweet FL and tenacious/passionate/loving ML - and their great chemistry.
Well, this is definitely well worth watching.
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Great version of the “Modern Day Doctor transmigrates into Ancient times”-story
This is a great version of the “Modern day doctor transmigrates into ancient times”-story with great actors and an interesting and slightly different storyline than usual - like the “destined one”-arc and the last part (I’ve seen this once before with another cast, I think).I loved this strong/capable/kind FL, powerful/fierce/loving ML and cute/smart child.
Well, this is definitely well worth watching.
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Good transmigration story with a strong FL
This is a sweet and interesting transmigration story. There are some inconsistencies in the storyline that makes the ending unrealistic except (see spoiler in the comments section).Character wise:
FL is a strong and righteous General that supported the Emperor in his fight for the throne.
ML is a man FL saved early on and has been by her side ever since.
The Emperor is a ruthless and shameless man that will stop at nothing to get the throne.
Acting wise this was great. Even if the short format leaves little room for in-depth interpretations of the characters, these actors actually manage to give us more than just a one dimensional version.
So, if you love a good transmigration story and a strong FL, this is definitely well worth watching.
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Sweet, short and adorable mini-show
This is a sweet and adorable mini-show. Even if the storyline isn’t exactly new, it is still entertaining.Character wise:
FL is supposed to be this accomplished woman from modern times. That is why I don’t understand how she sometimes suddenly becomes this immature and whiny girl.
ML is the typical prince/king/CEO except that he isn’t ice-cold and arrogant.
Acting wise this is ok given the comical angle to the show. Some scenes and characters are exaggerated, cringe or silly, but it is primarily a comedy so that is somewhat understandable.
So, if you want something sweet and short - with absolutely no angst or suspense - this is well worth watching.
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Mini-show with potential but poor execution
This is an ok mini-show. The storyline is interesting enough but the execution is rather bumpy. There are serious holes in the story and things left unexplained.Character wise we get a strong and smart FL that has a history with ML who is powerful and clever. The chemistry between them is good but not outstanding.
Acting wise this is not one of the best mini-shows. The ML and FL are good but the rest of the cast varies in skills which gives us a hint that this is a low-budget production. Don’t get me wrong, low-budget productions can be really good if managed well, sadly this is not really one of these - even if it is far from the worst I’ve seen.
Anyway, if you like a romantic drama with an interesting storyline, this is an ok watch.
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Wonderful mini-show with a sweet love story
This is such a wonderful mini-show. Even if the storyline sometimes jumps a little too much and creates a brief confusion, it makes sense after a short while. I love these stories where someone goes into a novel/manga/comic book and has to complete missions to go back.Character wise: FL is clever and works on the missions tirelessly. ML (or 2ML in the book) is so cool and it’s obvious why FL falls in love with him instead.
Acting wise: Most of the actors are pretty good but some have a tendency to over-act a bit. That is normal for these shows with short formats. It didn’t ruin anything.
Only thing I thought was that it’s a bit too fast paced. As I am not proficient in Chinese, that is a bit of a problem because I had to slow down the speed to 0,75 and even had to pause every now and then - and I actually read English very well (my 2nd language).
Well, if you like a fast paced, funny and interesting mini-show - with a great love story to spice it up - this is definitely well worth watching.
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Definitely gonna watch
This is gonna be a good one, judging from the pilot here. The time-travel aspect makes it interesting and there is also some crime-solving and of course a great BL love story. What’s not to like?The characters seem interesting and the comedy part is not exaggerated like we see in many Thai BLs. t's ok in some shows (like those with very young actors), but I like the more serious BLs where the comedy is more subtle.
Acting wise it looks like the pairing of James and Net is a good one. Their chemistry seems good and I look forward to watching how their love story unfolds.
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Problematic mini-show with abusive content
This is a problematic mini-show. The storyline is abusive and there is sexual harassment in the beginning. I know that in many countries it’s technically not considered sexual harassment (rape) if it happens in a legal marriage - as in this show where FL loves ML. But that doesn’t make it ok. Seeing past the obvious problem this is a story about misunderstandings, manipulations, greed and love. Sometimes we have to lose somebody before we get to know their importance.Character wise we have a FL who has been in love with ML since they met in school (around 11 years when the story starts). Then we have this ML who is a CEO and a rough man. Thinking he was tricked by FL to marry her instead of her sister (whom he thinks saved him during an earthquake) he treats FL as an enemy. Besides that we have this 2FL (FLs sister) who is straight out a bitch.
Acting wise: This is not top shelf or anywhere near that, but it’s not bad either.
So, if you like these kinds of stories - and can get past the abusive part - this is an ok watch.
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Sweet and interesting in-game story
This is such a nice movie. The storyline is not exactly new but it is interesting enough to catch your attention. It’s lighthearted but also tells a love story between two young people who have a hard time expressing their feelings.FL and ML are so sweet and lovable. FL's switching back and forth between her two female friends' personalities and her own is fun but also impressive acting wise. Both of them are really good actors.
The ending is so sweet and very fitting.
So, if you are in the mood for something sweet and interesting, this is well worth watching.
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