4
Short and sweet
Let's be frank. This show is basically a feature length movie chopped up into 24 bite sized episodes.
As expected, it is a low budget production. Limited sets and a small cast. However, because of its backstory, the actors are well turned out, and some of the settings are quite swanky. Our OTP certainly made a handsome couple.
As a drama set in the Republican era, there is surprisingly little political intrigue. Nay a spy to be found and the Sino Japanese War is a mere phantom menace. To be honest, other than some styling and cars they used, it could have been set in the modern era. Actually, not having modern amenities help with the plot development. ;)
Within that frame of reference, this series is surprisingly entertaining. It is fast paced and well told. There is little time for twists and turns. What intrigue there is, is quite transparent and explained away within a few scenes.
This drama is largely focused on the romance of our leads and their chemistry is undeniable. In fact, for such a short drama, its skinship quotient would put many standard length c-dramas to shame. It is still relatively tame by western standard but it certainly does not shy away from sex and violence.
As I mentioned before, the plot is straightforward. Revenge, business shenanigans and romance dominated. There is also a bonus dash of comedy. With such a short runtime, you just have to accept the plot holes and gaps in narrative logic. It doesn't matter in the bigger scheme of things. Think of it as a stage play. Each act is bracketed and well signposted. It is surprisingly coherent.
Acting is fine, par for the course. The support cast can be a bit hammy at times but nothing outrageous. The show largely focuses on our leads and rightly so. They carry the show. It is fun to watch their flirtatious acts. Thankfully, no fake kisses or camera tricks when the going gets steamy.
Overall, it is a short and sweet drama of little consequences. Perfect for a weekend binge. Peace.
As expected, it is a low budget production. Limited sets and a small cast. However, because of its backstory, the actors are well turned out, and some of the settings are quite swanky. Our OTP certainly made a handsome couple.
As a drama set in the Republican era, there is surprisingly little political intrigue. Nay a spy to be found and the Sino Japanese War is a mere phantom menace. To be honest, other than some styling and cars they used, it could have been set in the modern era. Actually, not having modern amenities help with the plot development. ;)
Within that frame of reference, this series is surprisingly entertaining. It is fast paced and well told. There is little time for twists and turns. What intrigue there is, is quite transparent and explained away within a few scenes.
This drama is largely focused on the romance of our leads and their chemistry is undeniable. In fact, for such a short drama, its skinship quotient would put many standard length c-dramas to shame. It is still relatively tame by western standard but it certainly does not shy away from sex and violence.
As I mentioned before, the plot is straightforward. Revenge, business shenanigans and romance dominated. There is also a bonus dash of comedy. With such a short runtime, you just have to accept the plot holes and gaps in narrative logic. It doesn't matter in the bigger scheme of things. Think of it as a stage play. Each act is bracketed and well signposted. It is surprisingly coherent.
Acting is fine, par for the course. The support cast can be a bit hammy at times but nothing outrageous. The show largely focuses on our leads and rightly so. They carry the show. It is fun to watch their flirtatious acts. Thankfully, no fake kisses or camera tricks when the going gets steamy.
Overall, it is a short and sweet drama of little consequences. Perfect for a weekend binge. Peace.
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