I feel sorry for RM. Starring along side XZ is a blessing and a curse. If ML was someone not popular, no one would give a sh*t I assume. XZ is so big and polarizing, the bigger a star he is, a bigger fan base and so bigger antis fandom. So next to him, everything about RM is magnified gazillion times under a microscope. To the antis, she is a scapegoat, a collateral damage and is used to bash XZ and the drama directly or indirectly. So annoying that there’s not a day goes by without new, tiresome, same old comments about her look, about tuning in just for XZ blah blah.
We discuss her acting in the context of this drama only. Having said that, I second your sentiments about the other drama, just don't want to say it out loud. LOL
I hate to say this to the mighty Crown Prince, that’s cold and uncool man, throwing her out like that, regardless of your reason. And you think out of sight out of mind? Nope, human emotion is not that simple. Her fate intertwines with yours, no escape
My first negative comment – the weakest link in this drama is character BXL. The actress is a walking beauty for sure. But her acting, well, it’s what we call “facial paralysis”. Enough said, roast me
I feel for Yuan. His internal conflict of feelings toward ZY is eating him alive. Either he actually has feelings for ZY or he longs for his lost love through her because she is a descendant of his lost love and they resemble each other. He does not seem to know and it’s killing him (figurative speaking). I hope he finds happiness at the end or at least find peace.
I understand if u don't like a genre it's hard to get into it. I know i hate romance genre & it was really hard…
@Enigma05 I hope you don't assume that people who rate 10 are all fans of a particular actor or actress as it seems like you imply here. We all have different tastes, different opinions. You may find this script is dated but It doesn't mean others who have different views are wrong. Some may find this drama is boring as h*ll but it's one of a few c-dramas that I watch every ep without skipping scenes. Same go with other dramas that are so loved by others and rated sky high, but I dropped them dead left and right.
Ah, the way he put his coat on her, the way he fixed her hair, the way he looked at her, so tender and sensual. The scene wouldn’t complete without her waking up suddenly and them staring at each other – beautiful visuals, beautiful cinematography, beautiful un-spoken feelings. RM has the most arguably beautiful pair of eyes I have ever seen.
Sweet, tender moments of our couple by the lake or small gestures from ML toward FL make me like the show even more, aside from unique, intriguing story line, and great acting. Romance progresses slowly, subtly, yet steady as it should be due to the dynamic of their relationship. Romance between master and disciple is a thorny issue even in ancient time. As the story is unfolded, even with many other side characters, they and their stories all revolve around the leads; do not create any distraction. I hope the story keeps its momentum to the end. On a side note, re-watching in Netflix is surreal with better resolution and translation. I just hope they added more than just 3 eps at a time.
It's tiresome seeing same old comments bashing FL. In an alternate reality, if these fans had their way, the casting director would be fired or even banished from C-ent for an eternity
Finished eps 11 & 12 and I admire the heroine even more. She is feisty, bold and “street smart” I must say. She did things that she thought was right without worrying about consequences, like “don’t think, just do” mentality. She came up with solutions that even the mighty Shi Ying didn’t even think of. And, Funny seeing how she caught Shi Ying off guard several times. He almost revealed his feelings toward her. Love the subtle romance between them.
The plot thickens. The relationship of the leads progresses slowly, logically, and poetically, thank to beautiful, artistic shots. ML went through great length protecting FL. And FL was smart and avoided misunderstanding over ML's intention. Some think FL's character is annoying. I think not. She looks and acts the part. I would be more annoyed seeing a 30s looking actress has to act like a teenager. Her character may not be refined and well educated as others, but she’s smart, remember how she tamed the beast? The ML sees it in her – that’s all matter. Anyway, Can't wait till Friday to binge watch the whole thing again in Netflix
That coronation scene – walking in slow motion with his white robe flowing in the wind? The visual is surreal, almost criminal. Is he even human? Don’t answer me that. LOL
So annoying that there’s not a day goes by without new, tiresome, same old comments about her look, about tuning in just for XZ blah blah.
As the story is unfolded, even with many other side characters, they and their stories all revolve around the leads; do not create any distraction. I hope the story keeps its momentum to the end.
On a side note, re-watching in Netflix is surreal with better resolution and translation. I just hope they added more than just 3 eps at a time.
And, Funny seeing how she caught Shi Ying off guard several times. He almost revealed his feelings toward her. Love the subtle romance between them.
Anyway, Can't wait till Friday to binge watch the whole thing again in Netflix