Xinxia done right
I’m usually too lazy to write a review but felt compelled to write my first one after reading some biased opinions from people who felt their actor didn’t have enough screen time. There needs to be more honest reviews of the drama itself.This drama doesn’t have the usual faults of most xinxias - repetitive dialogues, 2 dimensional illogical obsessed 2nd lead, overuse of CGI, dragged out story.
Main couple’s romance was fresh, side characters were likable and didnt seem like useless fillers, and the antagonists were not evil for no reason. They had fleshed out backstories.
Everyone’s acting was captivating. Sun Zhenni was the right amount of perky, cute, and flirty. Zhang Bin Bin had the difficult task of playing an initially cold character, and he became more expressive as his characters evolved.
Especially compelling is Wang Duo’s acting and what he brought to an already interesting character. Sometimes the smallest gesture or expression can speak volumes.
Xinxia is usually not my favorite genre but this story was well written and not just filled with mindless angst driven drivel. Pacing was not slow like many xinxias. It was almost too fast in some parts, where I had to replay to catch what was being said.
This is worth rewatching because it’s not just about romance. The story itself is multi-layered and interesting. But if you want to watch for the romance, I thought it had a good amount of it (multiple kisses, hugging, and flirting) but some people didn’t think so. I would say check it out for yourself and form your own (hopefully unbiased) opinion.
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