Great Quotes from WoL perspectives on life: General Cui Yi: "I even failed to see her before she died. That's my biggest regret. Tell me, what's the use of making great achievements?"
It is a poignant reminder that life is fleeting and that we should cherish the moments we have with our loved ones. It also highlights the importance of prioritizing relationships over material success. While achieving great things can be fulfilling, it’s important to remember that our relationships with others are what truly matter in life.
they both have other movies coming out in 2024 but this one is apparently most anticipated. Besides the actors, esp. Yang Zi, the story of family and young girl's growth to become independent is appealing to audiences. It seems to be a heart-warming, funny, sweet movie from the trailer. It may seem trivial but in the trailer the table is wobbly, the man slides a cardboard underneath it, that right there makes me love the movie, such a humble, real-life, and funny thing to do. Then there is a sweet grandma next to a sweet XK face, how sweet is that to look at. For me, I'm looking forward to Xu Kai modern dramas using his own voice. I love the sound of his voice which is not used in costume dramas, so for me, there is that bit of anticipation too. Yang Zi is of course excellent award winning actress.
Ep 30 and 31 I got so emotional. Lini's men were like family to him. For those who blamed him for their deaths…
Li Ni left for the army at a young age of only 13 and hadn't seen his father and brothers since. He didn't realize his adult brothers could do such evil deeds. Even though he didn't get along with them growing up, they are still his own blood relatives. He treats his brothers well out of respect for his brothers' mother and his older brother's wife, both of whom showed much kindness to Li Ni when no one else did. But Cui Lin is on the outside looking in, and she trusts no one. She has strong instincts. She sensed his brothers are bad. She told Li Ni that, but he rather gives the brothers a chance first. Was it naive of him? Should he have the attitude "kill or be killed" which is pretty ruthless to just kill people without evidence?
Now I understand whoever said that they edited out too much of the bathtub scene, although it was beautifully done. How did they make it appeared as if he threw her into the bathtub instead of gently placing her there. Li Ni had been drugged. He felt like he was on fire, consumed by a desire that he couldn't control. The drug had heightened his senses, made him intense, passionate, sweating. He had to get away from Lady Gu to find Cui Lin. As soon as he saw Cui Lin who was preparing for her hot bath, he had to have her, right there and then. His entire being was focused on her. He swooped her up, threw her into the bathtub like a wild animal, then jumped in himself and wanted to devour her.
Yes, there's a happy ending for the lead couple. In fact, the last episode is after the last conflict and shows…
Cui Lin and Li Ni’s relationship is a complex one, with their love and hate for each other often intertwined. Cui Lin’s harsh exterior is often a result of her internal conflicts over emotional issues, such as the death of a loved one or her father’s severe mental illness. However, Li Ni always understands Cui Lin’s heart and knows that she is a kind person at heart. For instance, when Cui Lin refused to let Li Ni sleep on the bed, she insisted that he take her only blanket because she felt the floor was cold. Li Ni’s unwavering love for Cui Lin is the reason their relationship can survive, grow, and last forever. He won’t give up on her, not because he’s ignorant, but because he knows that she loves him. She ignited the spark between them, and he won’t let it die. As Li Ni said, he could have killed her the second time he came across her, but he didn’t. Their romance is as sweet as any romance can be. Also, Cui Lin has a very strong personality and challenges any man or woman. She likes to tease Li Ni.
Quotes: "Douban evolved from its origins as a community primarily for well-educated, well-read, and cultured younger users in their 20's and 30's." "Comedy films often receive lower scores as the regular user base on Douban tends to perceive them as "low", while dramas and art films tend to score better on Douban. This is in contrast to platforms where the focus is more on subjective personal preferences whether users enjoyed it or not". "It can be said that achieving a rating of 6.5 or higher on Douban is considered a noteworthy accomplishment for a comedy film." "Fairytale-like romances never get high ratings at Douban. Fairytale-like romances will usually receive Doubon rating of 5 or 6, at the most."
I also came across that if a movie is dubbed, Douban rating will be reduced by at least 1 point. So, WOL opening Douban rating of 6.5 is a commendable feat.
WOL was able to gain considerable popularity and high ratings despite airing alongside other popular movies. WOL has a different genre and theme than other popular shows, so it might appeal to a more specific audience. The success of a show depends on various factors such as the genre, the storyline, the cast, the marketing strategy, and the fan base.
Lastly, WOL 8.5 on MDL is an excellent rating to have.
I love this drama. It is one of my favorite Xu Kai works. It took me a while to figure out the schemes. The comments on You Tube help me to piece things together. Actually, Su Yuehua character is the most complex and the actress is pretty and her acting is well done. There are many older seasoned actors who elevated the quality of acting for this movie as well as other younger supporting casts acted very well too. The sisterhood between Yao Zijin and Yin Zipin is beautiful to watch. Once I figured it all out and watched the entire series, I now just enjoy re-watching the sweet and tender, as well as complicated scenes that involve interactions between ml and fl. I like Xu Kai's acting because he can express his emotions through his eyes and face and body movements so beautifully. Here, in Royal feast, he did a great job of portraying the romantic and temperamental prince, Zhu Zhanji. I like that this movie is not comedy, so Xu Kai doesn't have to act silly. Xu Kai never overacted in this movie. His expressions are deep and moving, but you have to understand what is going on to notice those emotions, otherwise, you think he's staring into space. The expressions are subtle but it's visibly there and exudes deep emotions.
Ppl are more forgiving here than the Chinese lol. Whereas the Chinese are so used to drama that pulled this sort…
I've seen endings like this in chinese dramas where everyone dies so endings like this never shocking to me which is why the reactions here are fascinating
No big villains in this drama.They Just used Backstabbers are Villains.
WoL is a drama that does not rely on clear-cut villains to be engaging. It has a complex and nuanced plot that spans a rebellion and a post-rebellion era, where the true villain is gradually revealed. However, WoL is not a typical drama. It focuses more on the inner turmoil of the protagonists than on the external antagonists. It explores how the characters cope with their psychological and emotional challenges, as well as their physical and external ones. Wol is a light-hearted drama that may not appeal to you if you prefer more direct villains.
Emperor Taizu of Song, the founder of the Song dynasty, defeated the generals who each own territories (similar to the Cui family) and united the country. Then he went further to even downsized his own military and only kept a core Imperial army around the capital. He wanted to avoid the wars that broke out during the Five Kingdoms. However, it didn't take long for armies in the outer areas of the country to invade. Hence, the Mongols took over China. There was a general Yang Ye under the Song Dynasty who was able to defend the country, but however, he was later executed for allegedly colluding with the enemy (similar to Cui Yi being falsely accused)
Li Ni loyalty is to the throne. The one thing he feared the most was to have to fight Cui Yi and Cui Lin in battle. His solution was to protect Cui Yi, Cui Lin, and avoid wars. If not for the Cui Yi love for Cui Lin, Cui Yi and Cui Lin would have fought Li Ni on the battlefield.
The events of the court charging Cui Yi with treason (colluding with enemy) or demanding his army be dismantled are commonly done in history. A weak King does not want strong military presence. The court is suspicious of a strong army.
Ep 34 is a poignant and emotionally charged episode. It depicts the struggles of Cui Yi and Cui Lin as they face emotional conflict and difficult decisions that will take an emotional toll on them. The episode also showcases the unconditional love of a father for his daughter, and the courage of a father to make the toughest decision in his life for his daughter’s sake. The episode highlights how frail the human condition can be when faced with traumatic events in life. When people are depressed, they forget to take care of themselves and spiral into despair. It can be difficult to keep going when your heart is filled with deep grief, sadness, regret, guilt, and trouble. Cui Lin’s emotional devastation, triggered by the heartbreaking sight of her father’s mental decline, affects her relationship with Li Ni. The scene is a poignant reminder of the devastating impact of Alzheimer’s on both the patient and their loved ones, as Cui Lin is forced to confront the emotional turmoil of watching her father’s memories and identity slip away.
I really enjoyed Xu Kai scene here in episode 33, at around 28 minutes and 47 seconds, Li Ni finished imploring to “clear your name.” The camera then shifted to Cui Yi, before returning to Li Ni. He stared at Cui Yi with an intense, piercing, agonizing, sorrowful, desperate, determined, and penetrating gaze, yet remained composed and resolute (undaunted, unflinching, and fearless despite the difficult task in front of him). You could feel the intensity gripping him as he waited for Cui Yi’s response.
Xu Kai’s performance in this serious confrontational scene with an older, seasoned actor was impressive and convincing. Xu Kai’s portrayal of a young heroic warrior and noble prince was so convincing that he exuded an aura of nobility and spoke with commanding intelligence, authority, and a sense of urgency. I really want to see Xu Kai do more serious roles and less romance and comedy. He has a gift for expressing deep emotions.
Nearly a million people are being killed but there’s noBlood on their sword how’s that possible
if you hadn't mentioned it, I wouldn't even noticed. It's not important detail. More important is the story than minor details. It's fiction. people can fly in the air, so if there is no blood, no big deal. When you watch these types of movies, you just go with it, and focus on the story.
How is wonderland of love btw? I wanted to start it and I have heard its good
if you want to watch WoL up to ep 30 then finish it off at 31 because part of the scene in 30 carries over to 31 so it is more fitting to stop there if you don't want to keep going, but maybe you will. My view is that Ep 30/31 is the turning point of the story, not the ending. It is not a serious movie like AJTL but quite light-hearted, mostly humor, and lots of youthful romantic love. It's for the young at heart and people with a sense of humor.
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General Cui Yi: "I even failed to see her before she died. That's my biggest regret. Tell me, what's the use of making great achievements?"
It is a poignant reminder that life is fleeting and that we should cherish the moments we have with our loved ones. It also highlights the importance of prioritizing relationships over material success. While achieving great things can be fulfilling, it’s important to remember that our relationships with others are what truly matter in life.
But Cui Lin is on the outside looking in, and she trusts no one. She has strong instincts. She sensed his brothers are bad. She told Li Ni that, but he rather gives the brothers a chance first. Was it naive of him? Should he have the attitude "kill or be killed" which is pretty ruthless to just kill people without evidence?
Also, Cui Lin has a very strong personality and challenges any man or woman. She likes to tease Li Ni.
"Douban evolved from its origins as a community primarily for well-educated, well-read, and cultured younger users in their 20's and 30's."
"Comedy films often receive lower scores as the regular user base on Douban tends to perceive them as "low", while dramas and art films tend to score better on Douban. This is in contrast to platforms where the focus is more on subjective personal preferences whether users enjoyed it or not".
"It can be said that achieving a rating of 6.5 or higher on Douban is considered a noteworthy accomplishment for a comedy film."
"Fairytale-like romances never get high ratings at Douban. Fairytale-like romances will usually receive Doubon rating of 5 or 6, at the most."
I also came across that if a movie is dubbed, Douban rating will be reduced by at least 1 point. So, WOL opening Douban rating of 6.5 is a commendable feat.
WOL was able to gain considerable popularity and high ratings despite airing alongside other popular movies. WOL has a different genre and theme than other popular shows, so it might appeal to a more specific audience. The success of a show depends on various factors such as the genre, the storyline, the cast, the marketing strategy, and the fan base.
Lastly, WOL 8.5 on MDL is an excellent rating to have.
There was a general Yang Ye under the Song Dynasty who was able to defend the country, but however, he was later executed for allegedly colluding with the enemy (similar to Cui Yi being falsely accused)
Li Ni loyalty is to the throne. The one thing he feared the most was to have to fight Cui Yi and Cui Lin in battle. His solution was to protect Cui Yi, Cui Lin, and avoid wars. If not for the Cui Yi love for Cui Lin, Cui Yi and Cui Lin would have fought Li Ni on the battlefield.
The episode highlights how frail the human condition can be when faced with traumatic events in life. When people are depressed, they forget to take care of themselves and spiral into despair. It can be difficult to keep going when your heart is filled with deep grief, sadness, regret, guilt, and trouble. Cui Lin’s emotional devastation, triggered by the heartbreaking sight of her father’s mental decline, affects her relationship with Li Ni. The scene is a poignant reminder of the devastating impact of Alzheimer’s on both the patient and their loved ones, as Cui Lin is forced to confront the emotional turmoil of watching her father’s memories and identity slip away.
Xu Kai’s performance in this serious confrontational scene with an older, seasoned actor was impressive and convincing. Xu Kai’s portrayal of a young heroic warrior and noble prince was so convincing that he exuded an aura of nobility and spoke with commanding intelligence, authority, and a sense of urgency. I really want to see Xu Kai do more serious roles and less romance and comedy. He has a gift for expressing deep emotions.