All these behind-the-scene videos really help us appreciate how difficult it is to capture just a few seconds of the clips. The actors have to be hung in mid-air and to pose and look elegant with their hair and clothing flowing, then fly or land elegantly. Not only it has to be elegant, it has also to be authentic. It is so difficult. I'm not surprised that Chinese historical actors have the hardest acting work compared to their contemporary actors; even Tom Cruise may not have such difficult scenes in Mission Impossible movies.
There are 4 bonus episodes on youtube, showing them re-born in modern times and living together happily, and he…
Yes, I guess they have to make those re-born episodes because many people after watching this drama, feel void. We all need closure and these modern day episodes provide that closure so that we can move on. It has taken me forever to move away from this drama!
I've never watched this series, so the point is ...the YNZ at the beginning of the story of going out with the…
This is a pretty good story. The main couple have been true to each other from the beginning till the end. Their love for each other never wanes, only stronger. They sacrifice for their country and for each other. They fight all the scheming and darkness hand-in-hand. They are open with each other, never holding anything back. There's never been any annoying misunderstanding between the two (many Chinese dramas love misunderstandings which I hate).
Ye Ning Zi was forced to marry the Emperor for several reasons, but mainly to save General Wei who was at war at the time and needed reinforcement from the Emperor, or else he'd be killed. After she was married, she never ceased to reveal her unwavering love for General Wei, but she had to do it discreetly. She never had any bodily contact with the Emperor. She adopted the most favorite son from an evil consort when the consort was put to death. She loved and taught the child well, inculcating her own values into him. She later distant herself from the Emperor when he fell for another evil and ambitious consort. When the Emperor dropped dead, the Prince was ready to become the new Emperor and she became the Dowager Empress. But to take the blame from the wrong-doings of the previous Emperor, she put herself in the cold palace for 10 years. Later, she asked the Emperor to pronounce her death, and release her to live a common life. There, she found General Wei was still alive, and they live happily ever after.
I love this story and the acting. My heart feels for General Wei, his pain when he returns from war and finds his love gone. But he never stops loving her, neither she loving him. It's a very touching story which you may enjoy.
I can't seem to make myself watch this. Dry spell too. Should I just skip up to ep 13 will it stop being so ridiculous?
From your profile, I see that you, like me, like wuxia and historical dramas. I also enjoy watching "The Secret of of Three Kingdoms". I have a few recommendations for you here:
1. The most unforgettable one is: Goodbye My Princess (must watch though it's a tragedy - sad but memorable and good acting) 2. The Untamed (beautiful boys) 3. Princess Silver 3. Young Blood 4. Love Better Than Immortality (cute)
In actual fact, the story in this drama, "Legend of the Phoenix", is not too bad. The ending is pretty good with everyone deserves what they get. The romance is not open but can be felt undoubtedly. I guess you can always skip the episodes and go back to them later if you don't understand why certain things happen. But I can assure you, the later episodes are rather intense. Overall, this drama is not draggy like many others, and there are not that many loose ends.
Love the Chun Hua character played by Zhao Lu Si. She is so cute, innocent and silly. All she cares about is love. She is so funny! This is a wonderful actress!
Wow! This is really a treasure trove. Love your articles. I'm waiting for you to create one for the Chinese, and one for the Japanese historical dramas based on real events and people (if you have not already).
OMG! Just stumbled on your blog and I love it. Have been looking for historical Korean dramas based on real events and people, and here you are. Thank you so much. You're a treasure trove.
Hey folks, this is really a very good drama. Don't overlook it because it was tagged "tragedy" previously. It's intense. The plot is good. The protagonists and antagonists are trying to outwit each other. The acting is good. The chemistry between the lovers is good. I don't know how it would end, but don't miss it!
Despite his cold and few words character in this drama, he is really a 'bad boy' (in terms of image) in real life. Love this young artist. He's so talented.
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Ye Ning Zi was forced to marry the Emperor for several reasons, but mainly to save General Wei who was at war at the time and needed reinforcement from the Emperor, or else he'd be killed. After she was married, she never ceased to reveal her unwavering love for General Wei, but she had to do it discreetly. She never had any bodily contact with the Emperor. She adopted the most favorite son from an evil consort when the consort was put to death. She loved and taught the child well, inculcating her own values into him. She later distant herself from the Emperor when he fell for another evil and ambitious consort. When the Emperor dropped dead, the Prince was ready to become the new Emperor and she became the Dowager Empress. But to take the blame from the wrong-doings of the previous Emperor, she put herself in the cold palace for 10 years. Later, she asked the Emperor to pronounce her death, and release her to live a common life. There, she found General Wei was still alive, and they live happily ever after.
I love this story and the acting. My heart feels for General Wei, his pain when he returns from war and finds his love gone. But he never stops loving her, neither she loving him. It's a very touching story which you may enjoy.
1. The most unforgettable one is: Goodbye My Princess (must watch though it's a tragedy - sad but memorable and good acting)
2. The Untamed (beautiful boys)
3. Princess Silver
3. Young Blood
4. Love Better Than Immortality (cute)
In actual fact, the story in this drama, "Legend of the Phoenix", is not too bad. The ending is pretty good with everyone deserves what they get. The romance is not open but can be felt undoubtedly. I guess you can always skip the episodes and go back to them later if you don't understand why certain things happen. But I can assure you, the later episodes are rather intense. Overall, this drama is not draggy like many others, and there are not that many loose ends.
Enjoy your drama watching!
https://youtu.be/KWX4DJQ1Ycg
Despite his cold and few words character in this drama, he is really a 'bad boy' (in terms of image) in real life. Love this young artist. He's so talented.