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when you got the money, but fail in every aspect
Story/Production: I always do consider the budget of the drama and imo this drama probably is not the highclass ones, but it had some money for sure if u look at the action scenes. The script is one of the worst I have seen, it's not entertaining and the conspiracy palace fights are awfully written. There's unexpected random couple change, I didn't mind the random but the unexpected part. I don't have anything against couple changes, BUT it was so badly writtenActing/Cast/Characters: All the characters are very flat and the actors are doing the best an average job imo.
Overall: Would not recommend this drama to anyone, even as a historical c-drama fan.
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This story is confusing, don't make sense, terrible actors and actress. Low budget production etc. I quit watching after 30 episodes.
How does the oldest princess turned evil and tried to kill her younger sister?
No Plot
Honestly it is made for under 10 grade audiences.
Actors and actresses are over 30 years old who played 16 years old or 20 years old.
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Sorry, I dont like this drama
actually the initial concept of this story could have been developed into a better story, but I was a little disappointed because it turned out that the plot was like this, sorry but I said honestly at the beginning of the episode I liked it, I thought it would be a good drama, but the longer I thought this story is all the more absurd and awkward. apart from some of the cast members whose acting is still a little stiff, I think it would be great if it was developed by the flow that was in my mind, i dont like the ending too sorry. For me its not painful but annoyed. I can't say any more, try watching and reviewing!Was this review helpful to you?
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First episode is offputting
The first episode was not that appealing since we were rushed into things and made to accept this "devastating beauty" before we could form an attachment or see her own this claim in her performance/interaction with others. But we get to meet each of the other main characters as children and then pushed forward 16 years to see some as adults. They did well with the visual effects and the casting. The children look very much like the actors who are playing their adult counterparts. Both Lords Su Mu and Wei Ming/Min are handsome; Su Mu - brave, fearless, dashing and Wei Ming - sweet, innocent and adorable. Their lady costars also contribute their share and are quite lovely.There were some scenes that were rushed with questions left unanswered or where the transition needed a little touch-up... *snickers* one that comes to mind is when they did a close up on Su Mu & Ye Lan riding side by side. I think Su Mu ended up being a better, wiser & more supportive man/ruler after losing his Aunt. If she lived to still be around him & influence him, he would've been a ruthless, tyrannical overlord unchallenged by many but dominated by his Aunt. Ye Lan... as a character she started out sort of strong, a little rushed into Su Mu's arms, but a bit annoying later. Especially how she hurts Wei Ming by instantly believing he was guilty or by believing everyone else first without investigating, when he's nothing but mischievous, honest & innocent. I know we all want happy endings but that’s not always the case with the majority of cdramas involving the rise & fall of kingdoms or wars. When we get to the end, they let you know that it's not quite over yet! And that has me excited to see what they will do if there’s a part 2! I'm only sad that they couldn't do more Su Mu... but it feels like he wanted out and to him, that's what worked best. Thinking about it now has me tearing up at the thought. To find out what happened, with lots of fun, suspense & drama along the way - watch it!
Again, truly interesting series! Fantastic actors and effects! Bravo!!
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Painful to watch
Summary opinion: if you have watched Princess Agents , The Legends (a bit confusing in the end) , Fuyao, Eternal Love, Ashes of Love, then treat yourself to watch this to learn what makes a bad historical drama. Really painful to watch. Eternal Love 1 and 2 seem low budget as well but the acting and plot made some sense. First, the devastating beauty is not . More like Plot devastation. It has a good start with low budget effects, but the chemistry is also wrong. If you watch the girl from Song of Glory , you’ll understand sweetness and good acting into one. This doesn’t deserve my time. I quit after the 2nd episodeWas this review helpful to you?
