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SweetStarlight
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Overall 7.0
Story 8.0
Acting/Cast 7.0
Music 6.0
Rewatch Value 1.0
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'Fortune writer' or 'Fortune manipulator'?

This drama has an interesting premise, as I actually enjoy the 'rebellious characters' or 'villainous leads'! it makes the story unpredictable! though towards the end, it got messy and the last few episodes were super rushed!

I think FL was better in her acting than the ML.. the chemistry was lacking.
As for the rest of the cast, they were okay.

Also I didn't find the ending satisfying. It kind of ruined it for me.
I prefer 'Night of Love With You' drama as the 'oblivious characters' done right.
In this one, the writers drove themselves into a corner and made an endless loop of 'story manipulators'. the 'fortune writer' keeps on existing as the book exists above the 'lead' who sees the words and becomes the manipulator.

This was overall an okay watch and I won't be rewatching it.

so would I recommend it?
*if you are fan of FL, go for it! she was great!
*If it is the story that interests you, go for it but don't expect a satisfying conclusion!
**if you are here for romance, I wouldn't recommend watching this.
***if you want to avoid dramas with 'rape attempts', (ep 05, 06, 09 ) don't watch this or skip the episodes I mentioned.

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Amna__Arshad
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20 days ago
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Overall 10
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 10
Rewatch Value 10

Reminder of the strength and resilience within us all

"Fortune Writer" is an extraordinary drama that captivated my heart and soul as I've never fond of any drama to this extentIt tells the poignant story of a woman who, despite facing numerous challenges, transforms her fate through unwavering persistence and living with unyielding dignity.

The narrative is beautifully woven, showcasing the protagonist’s journey of self-discovery and empowerment. Each episode is a testament to the incredible strength and resilience that women possess. The performances are deeply moving, and the storyline is both compelling and inspirational.

This drama is a powerful reminder that no matter the obstacles, one can change their destiny with determination and grace. "Fortune Writer" is not just a story; it’s a beacon of hope and a call to live life with courage and integrity.

A must-watch for anyone seeking inspiration and a renewed sense of purpose. 🌟

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saghar
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May 12, 2024
24 of 24 episodes seen
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Overall 9.5
Story 9.5
Acting/Cast 9.0
Music 8.5
Rewatch Value 10

One of the best mini dramas that I've watched

This is very different and unique compared to other lately released cdramas.
Despite being a short drama, a lot of stuff happens in each episode
Each episode is full of meaning.
For those who are confused with the plot, this drama has a Daoism philosophical message, derived from Zhuangzi's dream of a butterfly. You can google what's all about.
Moreover, this story challenges the realms of good and bad, the concept of antagonist and protagonist..
Also, it makes us think about the Free will or the fate...?
Is she born like this? or Is it her will to act this way? how is this applied to the real world?
It mocks the typical love stories in dramas. It beautifully make fun of all those cdrama cliche stuff that usually happens in every cdrama story.
in another review that I read here "amusedbush" has explained many of these "swipes taken at cliche tropes" in detail in each ep of the drama.
I really enjoyed this aspect of the drama 😂.
The twists and turns got a little bit messy in middle but overall was ok.
About the acting Daisy Li as Su Yun Qi did a great job. She is amazing. Her role as a grey character really fits her.
But about the Ml (Ye Sheng Jia
as Lu Huai), He's got such baby face look that really I can not take him seriously as a swordman and a cruel general. He sounds like a teenage boy.
I will definitely rewatch this underrated gem again.

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Fan2Dramas
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10 days ago
24 of 24 episodes seen
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Overall 8.0
Story 8.0
Acting/Cast 8.0
Music 7.0
Rewatch Value 7.0

Une mini-série étonnante qui brise les clichés

Depuis quelques temps je suis curieuse de ces mini-dramas d'une vingtaine d'épisodes qui ne durent que 10 minutes. Ce format court exploite bien souvent des scénarios très convenus, mais offre aussi à l'occasion quelques bonnes surprises qui démontrent une prise de risque assez sympathique. Ce drama nous dépeint une héroïne très étonnante pour un drama chinois. Elle est égoïste, déterminée et indomptable, et fait toujours ce qu'on n'attend pas d'elle. Après avoir découvert qu'elle était l'antagoniste d'une romance très clichée dans laquelle son destin est de mourir après avoir bien pourri la vie de sa gentille soeur, elle refuse d'accomplir les actions dictées par le "Fortune Writer" et décide de tout faire pour choisir son chemin sans jamais perdre sa détermination, même si ça signifie trahir l'homme qu'elle aime s'il le faut. Au diable les sacrifices pour un bien-aimé, rien à battre de la rédemption, l'histoire lui déplaît et tant pis si ça fait d'elle un personnage trop normal pour mériter le statut d'héroïne. De par sa normalité, l'acceptation de ses qualités et de ses défauts, l'absence de faux-semblants (elle assume pleinement qui elle est), elle estime avoir le droit au bonheur et elle a bien raison. On la voit mentir, tricher, menacer, manipuler, ce qui donne quelques sueurs froides à l'écrivain qui voudrait la soumettre. Elle ne perd jamais son objectif de vue et parvient à l'atteindre à sa manière. Le talent de l'actrice, qui nous offre une protagoniste haute en couleur comme on en voudrait plus, la rend très attachante malgré son caractère de parfaite anti-héroïne. Elle se bat de toutes ses forces pour survivre et c'est pour ça qu'on l'aime.

Dans la plupart des histoires de transmigration, de tentatives de déjouer le destin ou autres retours dans le passé, la censure chinoise passe par-là et empêche les protagonistes d'avoir une fin différente de ce qui était prévu. Ce drama critique ce système sans vergogne, saisissant tous ces clichés barbants pour en prendre le contrepied et nous montrer qu'une histoire différente, avec des personnages simplement humains débarrassés de leurs personnalités lisses et stéréotypées, peut être tout aussi intéressante.

Certes, l'histoire semble un peu brouillon par moment, on voit clairement que c'est une production à petit budget, et le thème initial (la protagoniste qui se rend compte qu'elle est un personnage de fiction) n'est pas nouveau, mais l'intelligence du scénario et encore une fois, le talent de l'actrice principale compensent aisément ces défauts. C'est un drama étonnant dans le paysage des séries chinoises actuelles, le pied de nez au cahier des charges est une prise de risque inattendue mais ça fonctionne. J'espère que ça ouvrira la porte à de nouvelles histoires qui sauront s'éloigner des sentiers battus, Et des héroïnes comme celle-là, j'en redemande.

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