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Ending feels a bit lacking?
The drama has a nice and exciting plot, and the characters are really well-developed, making it easy to get invested in their stories. However, the ending feels a bit lacking. It doesn't tie everything together as well as I hoped, leaving some loose ends that could have been wrapped up more satisfyingly. Overall, it was enjoyable, but I wish the conclusion had done justice to the buildup! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀Vond je deze recentie nuttig?
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Went downhill
The beginning was nice and fun. But after a third of the way through, it began being incredibly childish.From the spoilers I read from the novel, I can tell they went completely off track. No even once have I seen a film/series adaptation doing their own spin be better than the original book, and this is no exception. Overconfident script writers with no real writing talent.
Most of the story and the characters had no point, since in the end none of it was real and the only real people were the female and male lead, according to this drama adaptation.
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To be transported into a book is a Chinese curse
TL;DR: my score is 8.4*I'll be honest, I wasn't going to write an review initially but the later eps and the ending is worthy of a few choice words. So here goes . .
The first half is actually quite good. A lot of that is attributed to the ML. His character is morally ambiguous and definitely dark and brooding. I think this type of role suits him better. The FL has mastered the cutesy, bubbly girl role. She plays it to perfection here. It helps that the script injects just enough modern references to milk the odd wink-wink jokes without labouring the point.
The A-plot is the usual good vs evil/save the world xianxia trope. Nothing new but totally serviceable. Everything fit nicely up to the point of the ultimate confrontation. If you were expecting a final push then you will be disappointed. The story did a detour and our two CP’s goes on separate grand tours to make peace with their inner demons. The pace and feel changed significantly for several eps. They did resolve their backstories but the amount of effort expended feels disproportionate.
Regardless, the A-team reassembles for the final confrontation. It was suitably epic but it feels rushed as so much time was spend on their backstories. If you think that is the signal for some decent fan service then you are wrong (again).
If anything, the last ep was a narrative mess. The show throws everything into the pot and prayed. It has fate, time traveling, fourth wall breaking and leaps between the book world and the real world.
It is not the first time this type of drama has to realigned with the real world because of censorship issues. We are basically told what we just enjoyed and immersed in for many hours are just a figment of our imagination and we need to get a (real) life. Nice.
Most writer will try to play the fate card so that our leads will still fall in love in RL. Usually within a couple of scenes. In this case, it was particularly ham-fisted. It links our leads all the way back to junior high. But this only confirmed that the ML has a crush on the FL for years but she was totally unaware. Even with all the dream state confessions, she woke up with only a vague hint of what transpired. We got the HEA ending but it felt contrived. It is the ending we have to have.
BTW, the skinship quota for the series is fairly low. The 2CP did all the heavy lifting but their interactions are a bit wooden. The OTP finally has a “kiss” in the final seconds of the end credit of the last ep. Is this a joke?
This is where the show left me scratching my head. The bulk of the show is decent and enjoyable. It does flag towards the end but the ending is an awkward scramble to make sense of their tenuous link. One time watch for me.
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One of the best idol drama of 2024
At last 2024 put out a good idol fantasy Drama... The story is interesting, the pace is really good, great acting from all the actors, and most importantly good characters writing. So far I've watched half way through all the episodes, and haven't stump on one boring episode. Thoroughly enjoying each episode. Truly recommended. Please give it a try... I've read the novel many months ago, and this drama is a rare good adaption, kudos to the writer ?Vond je deze recentie nuttig?
Boring
The female lead is so annoying with her baby talkVoice she always does the same In most of her dramas I got bored watching it and that’s that I tried giving it a chance but nope couldn’t keep myself to watch it the male lead is good the storyline was ok to me but even if I made myself watch up to episode 8 I just couldn’t keep watching it she ruined it for me
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Thanks for this amazing adaptation!!!! - From a day one fan!
Ive been following the story of The Guide to Capturing a Black Lotus since it was just a webnovel so to watch it get turned into a manga and eventually a tv show is just a dream come true!! Not only do the actors really resemble their characters, but they also perfectly encapture their personalities!!! The whole crew also did a fantastic job by dressing every character in similar outfits to what they wore in the manga, which just added to the magic for fans! Im so happy to see this story come to life!Vond je deze recentie nuttig?
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It has been on my list for so long! Loving it so far! The visuals ❤️
Ep 1 to Ep 11: So far this is going good. I immensely enjoyed all the interactions between the leads. It seems like Ding Yu Xi has good chemistry with all his co-stars. The more time spent on them the better for the drama because the second couple are very passive and nothing is happening there. I like both the actors but right now they feel like props, hoping that they are more fleshed out in the future episodes. The visuals are so good, from the clothing to the special effects. I especially love Ding Yu Xi's look when he goes demon!Vond je deze recentie nuttig?
This is my first drama of Esther yu
I have seen another post of people complaining and comparing Esther yu with lusi, and now while I watching this drama , honestly speaking her acting isn't bad. Both the ML and FL chemistry is showing that even we are blushing here.. I have seen Chinese short drama with similar concept of FL going into the novel and falling in love withe character. So far , I really loved this drama after the fangs of fortune.I am really loving all the cast's acting.
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Delightful escape into a world filled with humor, some truly amazing characters
If you're looking for a delightful escape into a world filled with humor, heart, and some truly amazing characters, "Love Game in Eastern Fantasy" is an absolute must-watch! This show is a perfect blend of lighthearted romance and whimsical adventure, and it had me laughing from start to finish.The plot weaves together enchanting elements of Eastern fantasy with a playful twist on the classic love game trope. The characters are wonderfully quirky and relatable, each bringing their own unique flair to the story. From the charmingly clumsy hero to the fiercely independent heroine, their chemistry is both hilarious and endearing, making every moment a joy to watch.
The humor is spot-on—there's just the right amount of comedic mishaps and witty banter that keeps you grinning throughout. The vibrant settings and stunning visuals add an extra layer of charm, transporting you straight into this fantastical world.
Overall, "Love Game in Eastern Fantasy" is a refreshing and entertaining ride that leaves you feeling warm and fuzzy inside. Whether you're a fan of romance, comedy, or fantasy, this show has something for everyone. Grab some popcorn and get ready for a delightful adventure—you won’t regret it
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Definitely choose this
The real main actors, Esther and Ryan, have fantastic chemistry. I loved how the director focused the actors eyes emphasizing changing emotions. I laughed many times and cried too in the father-daughter scene. I enjoyed every scene. There's no boring moments so far. I know there's a popular drama going on alongside with this drama. But I have chosen this over another.Vond je deze recentie nuttig?
Didn’t love this Drama Boring
The male lead is good actor and story of the drama is ok but compared to other cdramas that just came out this one really didn’t catch my attention otherDramas that are new are better to watch than this one and I did try to watch it but I just couldn’t get myself to keep watching it and all because
Of the female lead I don’t know why but her acting is meh and her voice is so annoying why does she speak like she’s a little kid super annoying she ruined this drama for me
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It's a Fun Watch!
I'm enjoying everything about this drama and wish they released the episodes even quicker.Esther Yu is so funny and so many of her quirks are on display here bringing a natural mischievousness to the drama.
I just recently watched Moonlight and the ML and FL have great chemistry. It must have been fun to film, especially as second ML is also in both.
Highly recommended and expect it to get even better.
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