It does say that it’s based on an unknown king in the past—so fascinating.
Category Archives: Chinese Reviews
“In Your Heart” First Impressions (Ep.1 & 2)
This drama surprised me because, with all the current restrictions on Chinese BL shows, I was wondering if we will even get a real storyline or a facsimile of one. In Your Heart is based on “Childhood friends to Something more” trope and honestly I’m not sure how I feel about it yet. We are only two episodes in and the chemistry is quite subtle.
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“The Untamed” Series Review (Ep.1 to 50)
Adapted from a novel by Mo Dao Zu Shi titled Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation, The Untamed is a xianxia fantasy that stole the world’s heart.
“Hikaru No Go” Series Review (Ep.1 to 36)
Adapted from the manga of the same name by Yumi Hotta and Takeshi Obata, “Hikaru no Go” is an endearing yet heartwarming tale of true friendship that spans across eons, transcending time and space.
“Couple of Mirrors” Series Review (Ep.7 to 12)
I will be honest and upfront while accepting my morbid disappointment with this highly anticipated Sismance.
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“Honey Sir” Series Review (Ep.1 to 8)
I’m not going to be so dramatic as to say Honey Sir will help you believe in love again, but it damn near comes close.
“Couple of Mirrors” First Impressions (Ep.1 to 6)
While Sismance or Girls’ Love dramas (as they are infamously known) aren’t as popular as their BL genre, they have their own niche audience.
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“The Lost Tomb 2: Explore With the Note” Series Review (Ep.1 to 24)
Tencent’s latest offering The Lost Tomb 2: Explore With the Note has certainly made a splash. Shot entirely in the scenic snow terrain, the drama follows main lead Wu Xie on his search for the mysterious, mythical Cloud Palace.
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“Precise Shot” (2021) Series Review
I’m curious as to why Cupid needed to “bring him a cute brother.”
“Word of Honor” Finale Review (Ep.25 to 36)
“The world isn’t important,
But my Soulmate is!
Since my Soulmate is gone,
What do I have to care about?”
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