I was watching The Princess Royal (度华年) mainly because of the cast. Their recent dramas made me sit up and take notice of them. While I was expecting a good production, I wasn't so sure if the story could keep me engaged all the way to the end. Usually, palace dramas are lengthy with lots of plotting and counter-plotting that go round in circles. Boredom can then easily set in. … [Read more...] about The Princess Royal Review
Follow Your Heart Review
I was looking forward to another historical drama with Luo Yun Xi and Follow Your Heart (颜心记) seemed like a good one to binge on. It has a great start but the exhilaration tapers off after a while. Nevertheless, I completed it within a week although I do think 40 episodes is a tad too long for this story. I have the Follow Your Heart review below with more details if you are … [Read more...] about Follow Your Heart Review
The Double Review
I was quite surprised that The Double (墨雨云间) has managed to receive such great reviews from viewers. It would have escaped my attention if not for the high ratings from certain sites. After all, Wu Jin Yan hasn't had any memorable dramas in the last 2 to 3 years as far as I can remember. And I would have been hesitant to start this given the 40-episode length if it has been … [Read more...] about The Double Review
Fox Spirit Matchmaker: Red-Moon Pact Review
Fox Spirit Matchmaker: Red-Moon Pact (狐妖小红娘月红篇) is a surprise flop given the brickbats it has been receiving on some rating sites. With a star-studded cast, I would have thought that this will be a great production. Nevertheless, I didn't let it deter me. I decided to go ahead and judge it for myself whether this is indeed such a bad drama as many viewers have indicated. … [Read more...] about Fox Spirit Matchmaker: Red-Moon Pact Review
Joy Of Life S2 Review
I watched Joy of Life S2 (庆余年 第二季) just after I had completed the first season. So, it is a continuous story for me which makes it a pretty long saga thus far. The worry for sequels has always been about living up to the fans' expectations especially when the previous season is a brilliant production. I did enjoy S1 and hence, I was eager to continue where it left off when I … [Read more...] about Joy Of Life S2 Review