Dramatic and Historical
I have seen a lot of negative comments about the focus of the silk and brocade business aspect of this drama, and it saddens me a little.What people fail to understand is that this drama *is* historical, and is relaying to the audience the great efforts it took by the Chinese to establish what is known as “The Silk Road”. It was then, a trade route that stretched from China to the Mediterranean region spanning over 4,000 miles or 6,400 kilometers. That it itself was astounding.
The Silk Road not only opened up that then monstrous trade route, but it also gave opportunity for cultural as well as goods exchanges through foot traffic. Many of those who traveled the Silk Road after it was established were Chinese merchants and Buddhist monks. It brought trades of silk, spices, metals and a myriad other items to areas that had not been exposed to them previously. Currently, since it has been rediscovered, the Silk Road has been reopened and the United Nations sponsored a trans-Asian motor highway and railroad project, and China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) aims to revive and expand the ancient routes through modern infrastructure development.
The history is diverse and rich. If you are only interested in romance then this drama is not for you.
If you drop your expectations and truly watch this drama for what it is, a look back at the establishment of a massive trade route, the often overwhelming and demoralizing structure of family clans, the unjust and often brutal treatment of women and servants with a love story mixed in, then watch and enjoy.
First - just a big shout out to Mr. Beauty ( the nickname for Zheng Yecheng from Love 020). His martial arts are made incredibly beautiful due to his background in theatrical arts and majoring in opera. He is perfect for roles like this. I cannot say enough about his wire stunts or his acting as they are stellar.
Tan Songyun is as usual, fabulous. Fiesty, protective
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Not Bad ... just need to be patient/skip
The first 8 episodes were boring. Then once she broke up with the 1st bf, it gets more interesting. Like most of these merchant stories, it starts out slow and discusses too much about silk and brocade. The part of the story is always boring.Story is simple but the acting shines.
There are moments of fun. The leads have chemistry.
Overall, I recommend this drama. It's better than most currently showing.
ep 17 is when she first notices him as a man.
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When Villain is too powerful to Handle!!
What I liked about this story is that it was faithful to its title. The story is about the sufferings, struggles and successes of a group of people trying to bring an industry soaring to make the people dependent on it be able to thrive and have dignity about their craft.yes, there was a love story. Of a woman in all her facets. Her love for her parents, her love for her friends and her love for a man who's unwavering support for what he knew she could do and be made him sacrifice himself so that he could get to be by her side forever. Lovers they were, but not mushy stuffy lovers. What was in their heads was the bigger picture and they remained true to the end.That's one of the things I value most of Tan song Yun or Seven Tan, she is very particular about the stories she picks to play and is always a pleasure to watch her. Her leading man ZYC is a wonderful actor himself. They were indeed a match made in heaven with their use of nuances that enriched their acting. And what an incredible craftsman is Jin Chao!!!, we got 👏 to hate his guts as the evil princes trying to convince himself that he was good. Wao!!! Looking forward to seeing you all soon in some other play!
The drama started with a Sad tone after 15 minutes it turns out to be the funniest one.And the comedy is on point. What i like about this drama is the main character. Main leads are so enjoyable to watch. its not like some other drama Bossy rude ML and the Naive FL. Both are Savage!! Cunning but respectful. The realistic point about this drama is THE VILLAIN.They really did justice to the storyline. Like that's how villain should villaining.Last few episodes make u tearing up but try to keep patience.
Obviously rewatch it again atleast first 30ep.Leads chemistry was so good 👍
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DISAPPOINTED
I like Seven Tan Song Yun & Zheng Yi Cheng, what I don't like it the synopsis of this drama. C-drama is kept producing similar themes of dramas, everybody seems like making the same drama based on popularity at the time. To name a few before it was Imperial harems with all s**ty women's jealousy, then BL dramas, now merchant story lines. Brocade Odyssey starts slow, so boring, doesn't hold attention that we're excited about.Haiyo, why is it so a big of deal about silk yarns? Why appointed a special inspector brocade? To understand all these, I should watch the whole drama but I am currently stuck on ep 11 like long standing 'pending'. What I like about this drama? Nothing. I only like it because of Zheng YiCheng & Tan Song Yun. But then their acting isn't memorable here, it's boring characters.
Merchants, abuse, discrimination and slavery scenes/plots are repetitive in c-drama world.
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No, surprise considering Tan Songyun is the FL!The ML, first time for me watching him also he is a very good actor
The story line is really good .The waiting for the this custom drama,well worth it.
Also it really had me laughing, laughter is the best medicine .
This is my third time watching Song Tan Yan drama.The first time I saw Flight to you,as beautiful as you.
Seven is really a good actress haha I saw a wild horse 🐎
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The best drama of 2024
I haven't watched many episodes yet. I watch them whenever I find time and pay attention to every detail.Now, let's evaluate the roles:
Ji Ying Ying (Tan Song Yun) is an intelligent, family-oriented, businesswoman with a funny character. It's very impressive how she constantly fights for justice. Despite Hua Madam always causing trouble for her, Ji Ying Ying never gives up on her goal.
Yang Jing Lan (Zheng Ye Cheng) is a fighter with a humorous nature, fair, and a secret officer. I love this male character. He is both mysterious and a protective man. He always tries to protect Ji Ying Ying. I love the chemistry between the lead roles.
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Una verdadera Odisea del Brocado
ESPECTACULAR. La historia, los personajes, el brocado y toda la trama.Fue tan satisfactorio ver este drama de principio a fin, día a día esperando por un nuevo capítulo, nunca se me ocurrió dejar de ver el drama, nunca me aburrió. Los personajes principales estuvieron espectaculares, tanto Yingying como Jinglan fueron personajes muy bien desarrollados y el romance fue siemplemente un placer de ver y hasta de sentir, especctaculares actores ambos.
La protagonista femenina siemplemente espectacular, en el punto todo, ni tan romántica ni tan fría, aunque sumamente inteligente y astuta nunca restó al romance, fue dura cuando tuvo que serlo, fue frágil cuando tuvo que serlo y fue muy real e inspirador el personaje interpretado y logrado por Tan Song Yun.
Los antagonistas fueron perfectos, sentí mucho por Zhao Er porque era un gran personaje, de igual manera al final le hizo honor a esa caballerosidad que tanto lo descaba. Lo mismo para Bai Shen, siempre tuve la corazonada de que al final iba a hacer algo importante y no me defraudó.
RECOMENDADÍSIMA, VAYAN A VERLO. Quedé enamorada con Yang Jinglan :c siempre me pasa lo mismo cada que termino una historia.
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