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I think the first episode you have to let yourself kind of get used to these characterization. What the usual setup might make you expect is something more serious but this one is just fun, cute, a little cringe, and a lot pretty. I as giggling alot through out the show. The romance is cute and by the end it made me feel like it was more inspired by fairy tales than modern tv shows, but its obviously delivered with the modern twists. The dram is kind of light, not much happens but yu also don't get bored. Even though I am new to BLs, I have watched a few and alot of story feels not evened out in some of them I have watched, where its intense at first then its not, but this one feels mellow throughout. Its only 10 episodes so nothing gets dragged out. Its kind of slice of life, but a romance.Was this review helpful to you?
This was fun. I enjoyed everything about this.
It was gritty and emotionally charged. Because this was a movie, we were given just enough backstory to fill in any gaps and still be entertaining.Actors ... Did this film justice.
Characters ... Dark and compelling giving each character great depth.
Storyline/Concept/Plot ... I enjoy movies because they have 1 plot point and stick to it. It ticked all the boxes. Gave enough information, didn't throw in any unnecessary scenes and was able to hold the audience's attention.
Fight scenes ... Brutal but nice to watch.
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Zombies and gays were enough for me.
It promised a lot, but the last third is an annoying mess. It was not as rewarding as I expected to be. There seems to be a problem with chinese BLs in general, it builds up super engrossing until it gets all unserious. The chemestry is solid, the leads are charming , but the conflict in the third act is pure ragebait. The AI works sometimes and put you off in others.I liked tho, but the jorney is way better than the destination.
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Slow Paced
Korea knows how to make good & scary zombie movies. I haven't been disappointed by any of them that I've watched so far.This is a slower-paced zombie movie, with most of the action being near the end, and it focuses more on the characters than the actual zombies. We mostly follow Jun Woo as he spends his days locked in his apartment, trying to survive with little food, water, or human interaction. It's not until around the middle that Yu Bin comes in, and the story finally starts to move forward. Everything that these characters did and how they reacted is how I'd imagine normal people would react in a zombie apocalypse, and they were living in a jam-packed apartment complex. This isn't a movie about trying to find a cure or getting to safety; it's a movie about bunkering down and surviving and hoping that help arrives in time.
The only part I found even a little bit ridiculous was the ending scene because where did that helicopter come from?
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A Delicious Treat -- All Ingredients Spot-on. Dig in!
This is my first year of BL add*ction -- and this is my first equal (with the truly romantic and moving 'Until We Meet Again') favorite BL series in the dozens I've binged . The wait between episodes is awful -- Maybe I should just sleep till the next episode?The two leads are delicious eye candy, (one "Oh the face"; and one "Oh the body") So are the other couples and even the villain is totally gorgeous. And the chemistry between the leads sizzles.
The storyline makes sense, and is interesting and engaging, the motivations are believable and there are some unexpected twists to keep us on our toes.
(My only negative -- the over-the-top transgender and 'bitchy drama queen' characters -- but this is the BLVerse after all -- so it's a very minor annoyance.)
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Silly, immature and weak
Silly story and silly misunderstandings that were way over exaggerated. Such as the non romantic relationship between Rong Rong and Zhuang Xu and ridiculous mix up between step sisters and his ‘falling in love at first sight’ with Nie Xi Guang. These misunderstandings are the most stupid premise for any story.I watched because of Song Wei Long. His portrayal of
A doctor loosing his career due to an accident was good but how immature was he that it took so long to resolve his relationship misunderstandings. Didn’t think much of other actors as all they did was pout, brood and act tough or cry. Didn’t think there was much chemistry between Lin Yu Sin and Nie Xi Guang either so their relationship didn’t resonate with me at all. This was not really a good romance drama very average.
I fast forward through so many boring bits. This drama could easily have been condensed into 20 episodes.
Furthermore as a westerner I don’t understand what Lin Yu Sen and Nie Xi Guang were doing for at least a year if not dating.
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Beyond the Controversial Ending: Why 2521 One Remains an Unforgettable Masterpiece
Look, I know everyone was mad about the ending, but I have to talk about how good this drama actually was.
Going in, I’m not gonna lie—the plot and trailer didn't really do it for me. It looked like a standard storyline I'd probably drop. But then I kept seeing clips of Kim Tae-ri on Twitter, and her acting looked so insane that I caved and started watching while it was airing. Best decision ever. I’d like to think I have a good eye for raw talent, and Tae-ri is just on another level. It’s her eyes. The way she acts purely with her expressions without saying a word? How can you not be hooked?
And man... what a ride! I went through every single emotion imaginable. I laughed with Na Hee-do, I sobbed with her, and when she fell for Yi-jin, I felt like I was falling in love, too. On the flip side, whenever she got rejected or frustrated, my chest literally hurt for her. And don't even get me started on the dynamic with Yu-rim—in the beginning, I was literally sitting there ready to slap Yu-rim through the screen, only to turn around and cry over their friendship later. The dynamic, the side friendships, the love—the whole group just felt so real.
That "Congratulations on your wedding" line was a total gut punch. I sat there completely frozen and stunned, and before I even realized what was happening, tears were just running down my face. Until the literal last few minutes, I was desperately coping, hoping they’d somehow choose each other in the end. But nope 😭
Heartbreak aside, this show is 100% worth the watch. It’s the kind of drama that stays with you and leaves a permanent mark on your heart.
This was my first time ever watching Kim Tae-ri in a drama, and she officially gained a lifelong fan. She deserves every single award out there—easily one of the best actresses of our generation! 👏✨
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I’m sure everyone on this show is taking it very seriously.
"Every detail in this TV series is absolutely spot-on. Whether it's the leads, supporting actors, or even the background extras, everyone stays completely in character. After watching a professional frame-by-frame breakdown, I have even more respect for the director and all the crew behind the scenes. Thank you for your hard work in creating such a fantastic show—it’s hands down my favorite series of the year!"Was this review helpful to you?
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muito bom, mas...
A história é muito boa, criativa e consistente, o vilão é muito bem trabalhado a evolução dele (apesar que chega um momento que a obsessão dele pela Ming Yi fica chata) mas nessa reta final, o relacionamento dos protagonistas perdeu muito a química, acho que poderia ter sido trabalhado melhor, dito a verdade sobre o envenenamento mais cedo ja que foi um momento que desgastou muito o relacionamento dele e logo em seguida a descoberta das suas respectivas famíliasA morte do Chão Yan poderia ter sido com mais emoção ele quase conseguindo terminar a ativação da formação.
a historia em um geral é muito boa, com muita emoção, dor, comédia e os protagonistas amadureceram muito juntos, na verdade todo o elenco
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"There's a danger in loving somebody too much..." *
Rouge starred the beautiful duo of Anita Mui and Leslie Cheung. And that could be my review in a nutshell. Forget plot and cinematography, just focus on these two being in each other’s orbit. But there was more to this film so I will soldier on…Fleur, a high-priced courtesan, and Chen Chen Ping aka #12, fall in love. Despite their devotion, his wealthy family opposes the marriage. He’s already betrothed to his cousin. When the future appears bleak the two decide to commit suicide together. After Fleur waits in the afterlife for 50 years, she fears Chen has become lost and returns to the land of the living to find him. She enlists the help of Ting and Chu who work for a newspaper. The modern couple uses their journalistic abilities to help Fleur discover where Chen might be.
Rouge was already going to be a melancholy film for me knowing the two stars died young. That knowledge made certain scenes even sadder. Mui and Cheung brought the heartbreak couple to life and afterlife. Anita Mui was mesmerizing as the woman who had waited for her lover for 50 years, fearing he’d become lost somewhere. Alex Man and Emily Chu didn’t have the same charisma as the aforementioned couple but still made the most of their roles as helpers and comedy relief to a very heavy story. Unlike the life or death 1930’s couple Ting and Chu weren’t in a rush to marry. Chu also had the choice to work at a job she wanted.
The past was shown painted with a palette of rich, vibrant colors and filled with passion. The present was drenched in blue and gray where characters were more subdued. While there was definitely a nostalgic view of the past, it wasn’t through rose-colored glasses. Fleur had been sold into prostitution at the age of 16 and had very little agency over her own life. Even if she could have freed herself, there were few options for women at the time. In 1987 the place where her brothel stood was now a kindergarten as Hong Kong continued to evolve and change through the years. Chen may have been great at grand romantic gestures, but he was also weak and neither a great businessman nor actor. The film vacillated between declaring a lovers’ suicide pact as grand passion or unnecessarily tragic.
Rouge was an elegantly shot film for 1987. Stanley Kwan effectively showed how Hong Kong and values had changed over time. I appreciated that Ting had the insight to declare that life was precious and no one should have to die for their love. Unlike other films with specters in them from this era, Fleur’s ghost didn’t do anything horribly ghoulish, what she did was even harder to watch. The ethereal beauty was a devoted woman and spirit who had longingly waited for her lover who might never come back to her.
24 October 2026
Trigger warnings: Drug use. Suicide. Sexual activity though no bits and pieces were showing.
Everybody's Kung Fu Fighting Note: A kung fu movie was shown being filmed with Lau Kar Wing (Legendary Weapons of China) as the director and Kara Hui (My Young Auntie!) as an actress playing a ghost. There was a nice juxtaposition of Fleur in the foreground with Hui floating on wires in the background. And finally, Jackie Chan was the real life producer of Rouge.
*Sometimes Love Just Ain’t Enough (1992) by Patti Symth
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Wonderful storyline
The writers done amazing job with this one. I also enjoy the balance personalities of the actors.. sometimes its very hard to find a really good Chinese historical drama, because the writers make the main characters unlikable or hard to watch with a very bad ending.. the One is very well written and acted out. I can see the start and watch the 1st to know if I will like it or not.. this one capture you like a web and grab your attention and so far keep you engaged.. I love the FL witts the good character witts she can come up with plots to avenge herself truly amazing 🤩, I like the ML too, great story., please keep us interested and do not turn the good FL character into something different her plots keep me engaged lol 😂Great Job! Writers, producers and actors
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Damn Good Series
Not the typical BL but well worth the watch. I’ll definitely rewatch. The actors are amazing. The story is wonderful. The leads. I’m in love . The ending was perfect for this. The visuals were stunning. I could go on. I would love season 2 but I’m good with just one. Very good. We could use more zombie apocalypse bl shows. Kudos to the actors and everyone involved.Was this review helpful to you?
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great mystery with some twists at the end!
I wasn't all that intrigued by the premise tbh but I am a huuuuuuuuuuuge Chen Zheyuan fan so of course I had to watch it. I got sucked in after the third episode and ended up watching the whole thing in 3 days! Due to the short length of this series (12 episodes), it's very fast-paced and doesn't waste any time. Chen Fu learns of some shoddy material being used on a company pipeline, leading to a series of coverups and many, many crimes. The mystery is well structured and while there's a few reveals that I called before they happened, the show remained engaging thru the full run (and there is a twist in the penultimate episode that I was completely blindsided by!). I love that the heart of the show is Chen Shan and Chen Ying's bond, even when they are forced to spend ~half of the show's runtime apart, and how their love for each other became their lifeline as things got more dangerous as they got closer to the truth.Chen Zheyuan is brilliant as always. Whenever I watch one of his shows, I just find myself in awe of his talent and range. We watch Chen Shan grow from a youthful and innocent college grad to a rageful and reckless young man who's willing to risk anything to get the answers he's looking for. While we see very little of Chen Shan's time in prison, there's a stark and palpable difference between the Chen Shan before and the Chen Shan after. He becomes less impulsive and (slightly) more restrained, but his dedication to uncovering the truth never ever ever wavered.
Jiang Xin is also very, very, very excellent in this. Chen Ying really went thru the ringer, having the ground torn out from under her repeatedly due to the secrets those around her have been keeping. She learns how to keep up an unaffected facade and easily plays whatever part she needs to in order to secure the answers she's looking for. Her driving force is keeping Chen Shan safe, just like his driving force is keeping her safe. Ugh the sibling bond was soooooo good!!!
Had to take a couple stars off tho bc this was propaganda for the oil industry lmfaoooooooooo.
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Amazingly beautifully crafted Movie
This movie is one of the best films that is based on a true story.It tells the story of why Xu Fu stayed in The middle east for so long and how he escaped with twenty something children from one of those fighting school but got caught later but got saved by border patrol.Besides that,it also quite a sad to see the children in middle east go to one of those fighting schools but in the end all died.The movie is kinda emotional.
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