joanne95303
Sweet Romance amidst the case solving
Each episode kept me glued to the drama. ML and FL have really good chemistry. The storyline and VFX were exceptional. The acting, action sequences and performances were believable and executed well. The ending felt a little rushed as if the producers and director realized it's almost the end and we need to finish the series.The storyline of the different tribes could have been more detailed. It focused mainly on Quian and Qi people. What happened to the other tribes?
VFX and fight sequences were well done. Exceptional!
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Realistic development of romance, great chemistry, impressive fight sequences
This was an impressive romantic wuxia. Yang Yang and Zhao Lu Si had chemistry onscreen. It's undeniable that they had fun shooting this series. Since I didn't let bad press influence my decision to watch, I thoroughly enjoyed it in the way it was intended. As much as I appreciated the storyline, there was a slight disconnect with how the 4 main characters failed to show that they knew each other since childhood. It was also noticeable how many changes the script underwent. I have watched it many times now that I see the errors in the directorship. It was well cast and the acting was superb overall. No one was overt or exaggerated in their actions. The action sequences were impressive. I loved it when FL properly used the ax kick to deter the bully. I enjoyed the comedic rapport both main leads had with each other. This is a story where both main leads fell in love with each other slowly and supported each other in times of pain and sorrow. I love the differences in the dynamics of family in the 5 royal families. For Xi Yun, PmXie Yue and Lord of Qingzhou, they were extremely close and tight knit. For Lan Xi, Ju, Chang, Madame Bai Li and Lord of Yongzhou, it was full of intrigue, in fighting, sabotage, distrust, plotting and jealousy. Lan Xi and his half brother Chang were evidently close. I loved how the birds of prey were used at crucial points in the series. Yang Yang's acting prowess was seen when his facial expressions were sublime and not overt because it fit the character. In the scenes where his emotions, sorrow and suffering needed to be expressive, it was. I hope he gets nominated and wins an award. Yang Yang deserves it. I felt his absence when Bai Feng Xi was going thru her emotional challenges. When Feng Lan Xi went thru his emotional and physical challenges, Bai Feng Xi was seen supporting him. I think there appeared to be a rewrite at this juncture. I believe the director had problems with a few scenes because it was evident who dropped the ball. Overall, it was exceptional because the actors made it believable. The fight sequences were impressive.Was this review helpful to you?
Great plot/script, Exceptional acting, Talented director, Great cast
I look forward to another partnership between the female (Seven Tan)and male (Allen Run) leads. It was well cast. The antagonist was very convincing in his acting. The plot had a lot of layers and kept me longing to watch the next episode. Even though I knew the storyline, I still looked forward to watching it over again. I thoroughly enjoyed each time the criminal cases were solved and how the antique gadgets were used to deduce each step. It was CSI in the olden days. The FL and ML complemented each other when cases were being solved. Well done!Was this review helpful to you?
Remake is horrible
Cast and acting saved this poorly written series. This remake is horribly done. Fox's Summer is so much better. This Thai remake doesn't have mass appeal because the script rewrite focused on petty stuff like the telescopic focus on dirt, degrading on the plane, supposed bumping into someone who was trying to wear lipstick and extra scenes that were nonsensical and obvious ways to lengthen the story time. The writers need to watch F4 remake and learn how to do a solid remake! There was too much intrigue which took away from the main storyline.Was this review helpful to you?
