MUST WATCH
Okay, I think some of might not know that this series is from a novel, So This review won’t be long, even though it’s BL it doesn’t have any bed scenes like the novel....but it clearly shows that the 2 ML are a couple, BECAUSE THEY ARE DOING THINGS THAT ONLY COUPLES ARE ALLOWED TO DO...ESPECIALLY THAT CHICKEN PART》they usually do that in wedding ceremonies 《 AND THAT LWJ LET WWX TOUCH HIS HEADBAND 》they belive that only your parents or your lover should touch it《IF YOU PLAN TO WATCH THIS THEN YOUR ON A RIGHT TRACK....THIS SERIES SHOWS US THAT LOVE IS ABOVE EVERYTHING THAT WE SHOULDN’T LET ANYTHING CONCEAL YOUR FEELINGS FOR THAT PARTICULAR PERSON....BECAUSE WE ALL KNOW THAT THERE ARE GOING TO BE HINDRANCES WHEN IT COMES TO LOVE...WE DONT KNOW MAYBE THAT PERSON IS ALSO WAITING FOR US TO BE WITH HIM SO....YAHHHHHH JUST WATCH IT AND YOULL KNOW WHAT IM SAYING HEREWas this review helpful to you?
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A perfect balance of heartwarming relationships and frustrating and twisting plots
I just finished watching The Untamed and it's currently the highest ranked out of all the dramas I've watched1. The storyline: The storyline was well thought out, rich, and thorough without major plot holes. I really enjoyed how the drama went back in time and then relapsed, then continued after Wei Wuxian's reappearance. I also really enjoyed the side plots, my favorite being the one with Xiao Xianchen, Jing, and Xue Yang. Although most Chinese dramas have a tendency to dissipate and have a terrible endings, I actually really enjoyed this ending. By the ending, the story was unique in that the typical villains were actually backed by other unsuspected characters which kept me hooked the whole time. This drama is one to watch the whole way through and not skip any parts.
One of my favorite things about this drama was the character development and character relationships. They were rich, exciting, and incited many different emotions for the characters. The villians weren't as fleshed out as, say, Ashes of Love, but I don't think that's a major pitfall for this drama because I enjoyed the other character growth. I
2. Production: There weren't any glaring problems with the set or greenscreen, and I liked how they used stunts and special effects in moderation. When they used greenscreens or digitally produced backgrounds, they did a very good job matching the lighting so that it wouldn't be horribly unsettling. I usually skip through asian drama fight scenes because of how repetitive they get, but for this drama I watched through each one because it was choreographed and executed beautifully, and also didn't over/underuse stunts and special effects.
3. The soundtrack: I love the original song for the characters, especially the main theme song. It fit in well with the storyline, and created a more dramatic mood when watching. The motives that were repeated alone or in the music helped bring a "togethernesS" to the whole screenplay
4. Acting: The actors are wonderful at portraying their given characters, and I didn't see one flaw or awkward moment. Sometimes the tears did look fake but that is a pitfall of most screencasted dramas. However, Xiao Zhan did a wonderful job portraying all of the aspects of Wei Wuxian, from carefree, confidant to dark and troubled. Wang Yibo did a wonderful job with the stony-faced Lan Wangji, and there were subtleties in each of his facial expressions that brought out the emotions of his character without going too overboard. Also, the fighting and stunts were flawless, as expected, since the two main actors are stage performers. I could feel their "stage presence" from the screen and it gave them a better quality of acting on the screen. The actors are all super good-looking too, which definitely helps. Xiao Zhan's smile is to die for.
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It is perfect.
I just personally love The Untamed. Wang Yibo and Xiao Zhan did an excellent job at expressing what the characters feel in the novel without any intimacy and still working in line with the rules and regulations of China T.V. If you're here to just chill, listen to beautiful music, watch actors slay their jobs and see a beautiful relationship grow and blossom, The Untamed hits all of these points. And also, you get to, as a watcher who knows what the story really is about, be in on Lan Wangji and Wei Wuxian's relationship and scream FUCK YOU to the ban in China.Was this review helpful to you?
Oh boy, buckle up and pay attention
Better yet, read the novel and watch the anime before this otherwise you'll make one of the many Jiang Cheng faces for 10 to 15 episodes (you'll know what I mean soon or just google it lol) - i.e. the plot is complicated af, you're thrown in at present day, switch to past, everyone has 3 names ... but when WWX and LWj call each other by their first ones you'll die of dokidoki every. single. time. Aaaahhhhh! It's so good.So, what's bad about this? Let me tell you, it will ruin you. It'll ruin every other Wuxia and Xianxia for you. It'll ruin you for any other BL couple. Every other production will look cheap and heartless, every other music will seem insignificant after Wuji and you will forever stalk social media for Yizhan content. It's bad.
This has 50 eps and you'll wish it were 500. I'm serious!
Don't watch this if you're only starting out in the genre. Mark my words, people.
The tl;dr:
+ the actors, all of them. All!
+ the music. T_T
+ production overall, set, costume, cinematography, direction (you can tell they are top qual directors wow)
+ the way they laugh in censors' faces with the non-subtlety oh booooyyyyy
+ WWX's smile and LWj's eyes
+ the plot, the heartbreak, the drama!
- it's too short, I'm serious, 50 is not enough
- Chn gov those petty old farts with their censorship
- Jiang Cheng faces. I mean, Wang Zuocheng is a fantastic cute sweetheart we must protect under any circumstance but they kinda left him hanging there as the show's joke. Could've coached him a little there....this precious babe
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The Untamed Cure
For those who are having a hard time to get over the drama, you must watch the audio drama. Trust me the untame is a disease that I been trying to cure from 2019 until last week but I cant. I always ended up in despair. You must watch the audio drama. Everything is there including the kissing part lmao. And you know. Everything is there, you gotta watch this, it is not a drama where there is a video, but you gotta listen to it. It will cure your hunger. You guys gotta listen to it, come on I know that you came here again just to look to see if the cp has another video, but there aren't. So you guys have to watch it. If you dont know how to access the audio drama of The Untame, you can add me and message me, then I'll give you the tutorials.Was this review helpful to you?
one of the best dramas out there
i finished watching the untamed three days ago but i still think about it, this drama genuinely takes your heart. It absolutely became one of my favorite dramas: the storyline, the acting, the ost are all amazing. I don't understand people who complain about the lack of kisses scenes or something like this, this drama doesn't need kisses scenes because just the way !! wei ying and lan wangji stare at each other !! make you understand that they LOVE one another !! their dialogues are also so beautiful.. wwx & lwj's relationship is so deep and rare and i loved them so freaking much. i absolutely recommend to watch the untamed because it's worth it!Was this review helpful to you?
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ONE OF A KIND HISTORICAL CDRAMA!
This was my first historical chinese drama and makes me satisfied! I've been watched it 3 times i dont care whether it has 50 episodes.What an awesome story, actors, writers ?
Worth watching. I really really love the 2 main lead , superb in acting ❤
What a great drama. Hope to meet them in person ayihhhh ???? Xiao Zhan and Wang Yibo?
I will definitely recommend this master piece to my friends. Thank you for this wonderful drama........................
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A masterpiece! Doesn't matter if you hate bl things. Just watch it. you will never ever regret.
The best drama i ever watched in my life. I never liked bl things and had no interest. But i should say the untamed is on another level of love. And actors are.. Well i don't know what should I say about their acting. Bravo!!! I can't get enough of it. It's such a pure love. This one changed my mind about cdramas. Highly recommend for any one any age and any gender. This will change your whole mind. Doesn't matter if you are hate bl things. Just watch it. You will never ever regret. Such a masterpiece. The best drama ever!!! ❤️❤️❤️Was this review helpful to you?
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Magic, Swords, Friendships and Soulmates
So normally, I am a person who only likes romantic kind of dramas because I like seeing relationships develop, so I was apprehensive about watching The Untamed because I knew that they would be "soul mates" but we wouldn't see anything because of Chinese BL censorship. HOWEVER, PLEASE WATCH THIS EVEN IF YOU WANT TO SEE IT ALL OF THAT. There is more built into their relationship than in most romantic dramas I have ever watched. I swear to God there's something about a bromance that turns into love that is the sweetest thing ever. The eye staring, the cute bickering, them saving each other, etc. It really doesn't feel like there was much missing between the two of them and you can tell they actually are gay which is the best part. It's a wonderful story, and if you like wuxia, magic, swords, friendships, a strong gay bond then this is the show for you. This story isn't just about them, and I love how every other character played into their relationship as well. If you still are unsure, I suggest watching a funny gay complication of their moments on YouTube, that's what made me more inclined to watch it and my life is different because of it! Please try it, if you aren't hooked in 2 episodes, you're lying to your self ^^Was this review helpful to you?
Xiao Zhan did so well as Wei Ying. The character development from beginning to end got me sobbing like a child. Wang Yibo did well on his part as a stone face. I've seen Xiao Zhan in Oh my Emperor and I did drop that drama though he did catch my eye. So I decided to give The Untamed a chance and it did not disappoint! This was the first I've ever been exposed to him and I'm so thankful for this production to have casted him. Overall I think all the cast did a great job to play their roles. The music was superb! I have listened to it non-stop.
Now I'm binging Mo Dao Zu Shi, the donghua version on YouTube and reading some comics on Wecomics. Still doesn't fill my void of missing the original cast. Currently waiting and waiting for Sean and Yibo's new dramas to air. <3
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Did not disappoint
It's not officially adapted as a BL because of censorship so I will not judge it on that (but i totally wish there was a real bl version of this series)This series is so so so much fun! I love the fantasy/historical aspect of this series. The mythology and sword fighting was very cool. I do have to say that i found it hard to stay focused times and I have dropped it many times before picking it up again after a month or so, but that's alright because this series has 50 EPISODES EACH OF 40 MINUTES LONG!!!! WHEW.
I think my second longest drama series i watched was extraordinary you (32 episodes). so. i was seated.
I also loved the ensemble cast of the younger generation from i believe episode 45 onward (Lan sizhui, etc. i forgot their names).
i dont have much to say that others havent already said, so go watch it! it's great!!!
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