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Shannon Brown

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Shannon Brown

San Diego
You Are My Destiny chinese drama review
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You Are My Destiny
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by Shannon Brown
Feb 10, 2023
36 of 36 episodes seen
Completed
Overall 8.0
Story 8.5
Acting/Cast 7.0
Music 7.0
Rewatch Value 6.0

A Very Soapy Ride

When I first started this drama I was unaware there were two other versions, but since I am a completist I took some time to check out the other versions before deciding on the one I would watch. I wasn't going to watch them all because there are other dramas in the world . The Korean version was too slapstick for my taste, and the original Thai version was too outdated. The switcheroo romance plot has been done and redone so many times and in so many forms, that there 's nothing original to be found in any of the versions. It really all comes to down to the execution. and IMO the Chinese version is the best executed. This version has a strong narrative plot from beginning to end and that's probably because it embraces the melodrama. The OST which is full of sad piano melodies and moody guitar riffs fits the story, so it does feel like watching a daytime soap. There are tense stand offs and "oh shit" moments a plenty to keep you entertained. This version also has better supporting characters, which speaks to the stronger narrative structure of the entire drama. There were times where I was a bit bored while watching this, but generally speaking I didn't FF through much of it because it plays well in the background; and, there were times I was glued to the screen because I couldn't tear my eyes away. At 36 episodes ranging from 45-55 minutes per episode, this is a drama that requires a time investment, so I wouldn't recommend it unless you specifically like the rich man/poor woman trope and or second chance romances.
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