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At first idk why but really lazy to watch this drama. Until now i'm finished watch this too still feel complicated toward this drama.First of all this is the first time i don't like ke main male character. Not the actor, but the character Jiang Chen (JC) himself. The most coldest person in the word. He really introvert and don't like to talk, that at the end really make the communication problem with Chen Xiao Xi (CXX). Hu Yi Tian played JC perfectly, can't complain there.
What i like about this story is how they friendship form. It's just so simple. And friendship till the end...
Overall: my first impression about this drama quite spot on. I don't really like the story. They make it too little episode, until it feel everything are fast forward. I really hope they make it into a little longer or maybe they can make it into 2 season. What make the story better is the final episode, where JC explained to us how he feel about CXX. Really loved it <3.
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The show just made me gush, although it did heavily remind me of Love in Tokyo I feel like the main character wasn't super dumb. I just really dislike the trope of having a super smart guy and a not so smart girl fall in love. It would have been better if she had just been an average student.
I liked the pacing of the show in the beginning, (oddly enough I liked how much I saw the characters studying because it made me reminiscent of my high school days) but towards the end, I just didn't like how they were speeding up their college days BUT at the same time I feel like if the show had been a bit longer, I may have gotten bored with it. I guess it was a bit jarring to see their college days fly by in 3 episodes when it took 17 episodes to get through their high school life.
That tiny little plot twit towards the last few episodes of the show shocked me a bit. I was not expecting that time skip...
I would definitely rewatch this show because it made me feel so many emotions, the characters were wonderful and I want to go through this journey all over again!
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Although it reminded me of it, it still stand on its own. The characters stood out. I hope they will be able to make the part 2 of it like how started with a kiss continued.
I love Hu Yi Tian and Shen Yue!
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Beautiful in so many ways...
There is something speciell about this drama, though the story is very typical worm-cold puppy love I cant help but fall for it over and over again (yes I am writing this review after having re-watched it). With just the perfect combination of sweet, sorrow, tension, comedy and stomach acing nervousness.The male lead is cold, so cold it becomes really funny at times yet warm and caring at the sam time, just not so that any one else can see it, and completely lacks communication skills. He is surprisingly self-awere but the first time I saw this I wanted to yell at him, WHY are you doing this to her. His lack of communication skills is also reflected in his lack of understanding for the notion of consent (but he does not force himself or anything like that) yet he does show some character growth I love the way he stays true to his core introvert self all the way threw the drama, Also be observant of his ayes throughout the drama they tell allot more than his words and actions.
The female lead is the epifani of optimism, and his COMPLEATE opposite in every imaginable way, her love, her pain, her enthusiasm and grasping for straws shines thru the screen making it hard not to love her and want to protect her, she does however have her limits and at least tries to put up boundaries to protect herself at times which keeps her from falling over in to being truly pathetic.
The second male lead is very warm, outgoing, and a true doer. He is extremely devoted and lovable in every singel way, yet is does play a significant role in adding substance and time to this drama. I think many people can easily get SLS for him. I would not mind, a spinoff for him to find love in.
The dynamics between the three is actually both funny, heartbreaking and ever evolving... and does not really feel like the typical love triangel since there seems to be some kind of respect towards each other.
The side characters are just the best, the friendship is just as important as the romantic love in this drama.The second couple is as adorable as adorable can be. And the chemistry between the cast is just fenomenal. Not a singel character annoyed me! (very rare for a c-drama).
What tipped the scale over from a 9 star rating to a 10 is how this drama shows the life, hopes, fears and dreams of a teenager with a serous heart condition, both in day to day life and when it takes a tern to the worst...
To top it off it has my favorite monolog of all time,,, and is beautifully shot as well, so yes this is a love so beautiful, and a beautiful love.
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Handsome and Toxic
Everybody seems to like this story but me. I find Jiang Chen very selfish and toxic.He constantly hurts her throughout the series and the one time he has to chase after her, he does it after 3 years.
There were many moments in the series that got me angry at him. To me this is not a love story. Not my cup of tea.
The acting was good and music was okay.
I wouldnt recommend this drama though.
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There's No Beautiful Love At All...
I watched this 4 years ago when it was the hot topic in my country. However, I immediately got bored after 2 episodes and dropped it. But this week, I decided to give it another go and see if I'll like it since I've been really into cdramas this year. Sadly, I still did not like it, but I still managed to force myself to finish it.First off! OH MY GOD... I don't get the hype for this. The audacity to call this "A Love So Beautiful" when this is such a fetish fantasy, poorly written drama. There was no beauty whatsoever, the characters make me fucking angry for how dumb they were all written, there was no redeeming arc, it felt like they were all the same as they were in high school when they became adults, they didn't mature at all.
In the beginning, it was BORING as hell, too many side plots to drag out the show, that don't even contribute that much to the story. I'm all for slow burn story and no matter how many side plots you're going to pull... IF you can pull it off and tie it all together. But here.... *sigh* oh my god, they were all just distractions.
Around the middle, it kinda started getting heated, because finally, the ML started moving and that's because 2nd ML is really doing that grind on getting the FL's attention. It was kinda exciting, but that's where the bad character writing really shows...
Out of all the characters, I think the 2nd ML is the only likable character here. The goated character. I would've understood if they ended his character after the High school part, but no, he showed up again when they were all in college, clearly to be wronged again. It would've been great if he and FL were the endgame.
ML is too cold as if he's some kind of robot, a character with no soul. Like the dude didn't even smile throughout the show... well, he did twice... like one in the early episodes if you watched the extra bits after an episode and second when Xiaoxi made her smile about something related to food???? When he was a doctor, I get it, you're too busy doing operations, I can also see he really wanted to spend time with FL, but he didn't do SHIT to at least explain his side to make FL understand as why she can't spend that much time with her. They only brought up the "Oh my patient died that day that's why I didn't say anything when you broke up with me, because I had a lot going on my head" like get that shit outta here... when you're girl is trying to break up with you, always try to save it and see what you can fix or did wrong, no matter how busy you are.
Xiaoxi. like, girl??? how can you be so dumb?? In the beginning, her character is only to annoy ML for how in love she is with him. I think 'When I Fly Towards You' did this well, But here it's sooo insufferable. and she kept bouncing back from ML to 2nd ML like she's soooo fragile when it comes to ML, but when they finally broke up, I don't get why they did this, they time skipped 3 years, right? and she got back with ML only in the span of 2 episodes?!??!?! It would've been great if they showed 1-2 episodes of FL healing from the breakup and what 2nd ML filled to help her with that.
Jingjing. I really had fate in her to be a good character since she was FL's best friend, but most of the time, she's so useless. When FL is going through struggles about love, she could've been there to give her the words of advice that she needs, but when she is actually there instead she would just "It's alright" and then a few moments later would encourage FL to fix her relationship with ML, like what?!?!?! I don't get how as a girl she can't see how red flag ML was. There was no moment for at least once to consider advising FL into loving the 2nd ML. smh...
Lu Yang. Also a dumb character. I understand you want to help your bro get his crush but at least point out his own red flags first. But what do you expect from a clearly idiot written character. Also, in what rights does he have to be angry with jingjing and throw tantrums, when jingjing admitted her love for the school doctor?!!??! he's just a friend?!?!? I would've understood if he pointed out that "no, you're still a minor, you're too young for him". On top of that, he finally confessed and tried to get closure, but the dude pushed her away, so wtf?!?!?
In the later episode, it kinda got fast paced a little and the ending is soooo anti-climactic, like wtf was that ending?!?!? and as I've said the characters didn't mature at all, because the way they act and talk is still the same, like you're all adults now, so at least act the part, mygoood...
I will admit this was a cute drama, I think I will like this IF I too was still in high school and didn't have a loved one, but sadly I'm not, so I wouldn't recommend watching this. was planning on doing a review without spoilers, but I couldn't really help it, as I need to point out where this drama fell off(in my opinion).
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Every episode brings a smile to your face. When it ends you are - so soon huh ! There is not a moment of boredom, I can assure you that. It is going to be my favourite Asian drama. There is no planning and plotting or many people who are trying to break the couple apart. The story is more about how their relation grows deeper and cuter.
You should really give it a try and I am planning to rewatch...
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Ok so where to begin? Oh, let me tell you how i discovered this. Browsing through youtube i come across this trailer. Looking at the thumbnail i was quite reluctant to check it out, but hell would i have regretted it if i didn't. Just from the trailer, I LOVED IT! I loved it so much that i even downloaded the trailer on my phone and watched it at least 20 times a day for an entire week (i know im crazy but whatever). I've never been so passionate about a drama and i decided to spread the word because back then no one knew about the drama. I waited for about 2 months for it to come out (dates kept getting delayed). Finally when it came out i was praying there would be subs (and luckily there were so thankful to the subber on youtube). I loved this drama so much that i had to mentally prepare myself for its ending so i recommend those who decide to watch prepare a box of thick tissues ( trust me you would need it). Okay lets move on to the story.
STORYLINE:
The story is pretty much a typical story about two childhood lovers that slowly go into adulthood. BUT WAIT! It's not that simple. The female lead, Chen Xiaoxi, had a crush on the male lead, Jiangchen, for the majority of her high school life and when they became adults it turned the other way around, it was the guy pursuing the girl. The romance in this drama is quite subtle in the early episodes so if you aren't into the intense romance this drama is perfect for you. But for those who like some more romance, just wait till the later episodes. You will be satisfied. Although the development of the Jiangchen and Xiaoxi's relationship was quite slow it came together nicely. The only negative thing i have to say about this drama is that the ending felt a little rushed with lots of time lapses. Apart from that the drama kept me entertained all through 23 episodes (considering im the type to drop out of dramas quickly if i lose interest). The second couple (Luyang and Jingxiao) was also very cute and fun to watch. Overall, the storyline revolves around childhood lovers going into adulthood, changing feelings, love and hate, school challenges and youthful childhood (so nostalgic honestly).
ACTING/CAST:
First off holy sh** Jiangchen's so cute and hot!!! (one of the main reasons why i decided to watch this drama). When i first discovered the drama i legit had a 1 month phase on this guy and now looking back into my camera roll i have like 30 pics of him. Most of the cast for A Love So Beautiful were eye candy. Although the majority of the cast were rookie actors, they were not lacking in many aspects at all. The actors suited the role perfectly i couldn't imagine anyone else playing these roles other than the main cast. Some people may think that the character of Xiaoxi was annoying but i actually thought that it was really cute! The lead couple looks extremely cute as the guys is really tall and the girl is short which shows how Jiangchen (Hu Yitian) is kinda like something that Xiaoxi (Shen Yue) can rely on. (their height difference is soooo cute omg!!!). The rest of the cast played their roles very well as well, especially Wu Bosong, the pitiful, nice and caring second lead guys who never gets the girl (nice guys finish last).
MUSIC:
I dont have any significant remarks about the music BUT the music at the beginning really contributes to the youthful, lighthearted and happy mood of the entire drama. Also, the main actors have such a nice voice so the music doesnt really disturb me at all (its actually quite cute).
REWATCH VALUE:
This is one of those dramas that i would definitely watch again especially during spring when love blossoms (omg cringe sry). Whenever i wish that my love life would be one just as beautiful as this i would probably watch it again and imagine myself being Xiaoxi (but in reality i will forever be a single pringle couch potato :() OVERALL THOUGHTS:
This drama was so beautiful, lovely, nostalgic and just ...(can't put into words). It is probably my all time favourite Chinese drama now (Im still not over it). If you havent watched this drama then i highly recommend that you go and watch it RIGHT NOW!!! This is my first review and if i am willing to spend 1 hour on this you know it'll be good. Such a beautiful drama cannot be missed.
PS. Thanks to all who have read my 4500 word review and i hope you liked it. For all those who havent checked ALSB out i hope i was able to convince you guys to watch the drama (you can thank me later ;)
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Some people may like to watch it again but I think I will just go to some cute moments and rewatch it.
Overall nice presentation with brilliant actors.
Hwaiting...A love so beautiful team.
Thank you.
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Plot wise, there isn't anything new or surprising with this series. It all hits the typical tropes that exist in dramaland: aloof, cold hearted boy who, of course, happens to be the top student of his class, cheerful bubbly girl who isn't smart but the only thing she has going for her is that she LIKES this boy, Jiang Chen and the whole world knows that she does and there is no shame on her part. The whole story is basically the girl and the boy and all the adventures they go through during high school and college. Note, this is a love story so everything revolves around the love story. There may be some issues that you find in Asian societies such as the whole pressure of doing well in school and being depressed about it, or fulfilling your dreams vs your parents' dreams. Regardless of whatever the issue, the story is about Xiao Xi and whether or not Jiang Chen likes her back.
I liked Hu Yi Tian's acting but there isn't a whole lot to write about since he just has to keep quiet and act aloof for most of the show. Shen Yue's acting is a bit exaggerated but with this type of female character, that seems to be part of the package...you cry a whole lot and the audience just choose to either cringe along or cry with her.
Background music was tastefully done. Some things I did not like was how Jiang Chen kind of bosses Xiao Xi around and she is just like a puppy waiting around for command. I wish there was more growth and character development for Xiao Xi because up until the end of the series, we are convinced that this girl can't do anything to save her life and she has to depend on her man for everything. That didn't sit well with me and she seemed even more stupid at the end of the series that I would like to believe.
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