If you have watched the anime or read the novel. You have to be very open-minded. Anime and series really can't…
Totally agree here! I think people are forgetting the fact that this is a relatively small-budgeted drama, well for a historical drama that is. The real hidden gem here lies in the amazing script (written by Wang Juan from Joy of Life), which really fleshes out the charming and unique personalities of the characters rather than only focuses on the fantasy part, and the perfect chemistry of the cast whether it's the main / side couples or the 7 Shrek students and their teachers.
Despite the small-scale production, this has turned out to be a really enjoyable and meaningful show. Perhaps the settings / props and CGI would get better with season 2 since the huge success of the first season would definitely attract much bigger investment. The only anguish I feel after finishing this drama is the fact that I still have to wait at least 1.5 - 2 years for the sequel (ㄒoㄒ).
What I've seen from his character Qi Heng so far makes me wholeheartedly agree with you though I also have to…
I love ZYL's portrayal of Wu Xie! I normally steer clear of exploration / treasure hunt kind of dramas but Reunion: The Sound of the Providence was too good to pass by. I think his version is a lot most mature and adept out of all in the Lost Tomb series.
Kkondae Intern totally deserves the recognition! It was such a hilarious and moving show. Also love the Find Me in Your Memory couple which has amazing chemistry despite the large age gap...
Nicely done! Personally, his role as the heartbreakingly wistful Qi Heng in The Story of Ming Lan was the most memorable for me. But I also hold Reunion: The Sound of The Providence and The Guardian pretty close to heart...
Anyone know similar drama ? The slow plot, small homeland, etc?
Definitely Something in the Rain and One Spring Night cause Jung Hae In is the king of slow burn romance. Otherwise, Romance is a Bonus Book is also another warm and cozy drama with Lee Jong Suk totally in his noona romance element.
Such a well-written article! I could not have described this show with better words. The emotions in this show are just so raw and fragile yet strong and beautiful at the same time. A perfect heart-warming story for the current time, the warm and comforting embrace that everyone has been looking for...
Do you have to watch the 1st season in order to enjoy this?
Not really as the 2 seasons are very loosely connected in terms that you don't need to have watched season 1 to understand season 2. Of course, there are still some references back to season 1 which are quite nostalgic. Personally, I would recommend watching them sequentially as both seasons are totally worth it.
It's a real eye-opener with an unexpectedly heart-warming yet modern adaption of the noona-dongsaeng trope. The main actors are very well-chosen, especially Jong Suk for his previous role in the successful I Can Hear Your Voice of the same trope and Na Young for her charming and down-to-earth acting which really resonates with the maturity and perseverance of her character.
I also find that the resolution should feel 'resolved' rather than 'relieved'. Most of the time it does not have to be black or white, happy or sad, but leaves the audience with a lasting impression of the show, either a thought to reflect on or a memorable image to recall.
The ending is often the main factor in which I rated my dramas as it is going to either give a meaning to the whole series or render everything futile.
Nirvana in Fire and Romantic Doctor, Teacher Kim are the epitome of a 'perfect' ending... if perfect is synonymous with a 9.5 to 10 star ratings.
Despite the small-scale production, this has turned out to be a really enjoyable and meaningful show. Perhaps the settings / props and CGI would get better with season 2 since the huge success of the first season would definitely attract much bigger investment. The only anguish I feel after finishing this drama is the fact that I still have to wait at least 1.5 - 2 years for the sequel (ㄒoㄒ).
Most Chinese dramas are on YouTube so I usually check there first :)
The ending is often the main factor in which I rated my dramas as it is going to either give a meaning to the whole series or render everything futile.
Nirvana in Fire and Romantic Doctor, Teacher Kim are the epitome of a 'perfect' ending... if perfect is synonymous with a 9.5 to 10 star ratings.