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Kind of odd mini-show but surprisingly entertaining
This is a kind of odd mini-show but surprisingly entertaining. The storyline of a girl with blood that can cure all diseases is utter nonsense but the premise of this story. You just have to buy that like you do in sci fi and magical themed shows.I especially love the ending since there is a major twist.
Character wise we have a strong and rich ML who has a strange disease and a FL who has the blood to potentially cure him. When they fall in love it complicates matters.
Acting wise this is perhaps not top shelf but it’s good enough. The chemistry between the leads is great.
So, if you can buy into the story, it is actually worth watching.
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Quite entertaining even if there isn't much new about it
What a surprise. After reading comments I had my hopes somewhat crushed but I decided to watch this short show anyway because I like the ML. The storyline isn’t new and nothing out of the ordinary happens yet somehow I was quite entertained.Character wise there is this clever ML who is a CEO of a big construction company. There is also a FL that is the daughter of a deceased owner of another construction company. Although she is a capable professional she is also affected by her fathers death and the following repercussions.
The two main leads grew up in a non-biological brother/sister relation (family ties) but both of them fell in love with each other at a young age. The death of FLs daughter and misunderstandings at that time causes the two to separate for 3 years. The story begins when FL returns to the country wanting to investigate what happened 3 years earlier.
One of my favorite supporting characters was ML’s assistant and former schoolmate Li Yao. He is a good friend with lots of sensible and constructive advice - and a few more physical interventions, LOL. Who wouldn’t love to have someone like that on your side?
Acting wise this is rather good. There is no cringe acting and everyone does a good job with their character.
So, if you love a romantic drama that is mostly lighthearted, this is well worth watching.
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Time-travel themed mini-show with a twist
This is an ok mini-show. The storyline is a bit different since the time-travel isn’t actually the important part of the story. The recipe (of the wine) and the love story is the core. Sadly the short format makes it feel rushed and the pestering/scheming girl makes it feel a bit cliché.It also lacks consistency like, she is supposed to be from historical time but dresses like a modern woman (bare legs) on her first day at work (for ML). A woman from that time would have covered herself up and never have shown bare legs and arms.
Even if the story is more serious than funny, there are some rather funny bits like the way she “extinguishes” the fire on her tv, LOL.
Character wise there is nothing special about the show. We get the ML who is CEO (cliché) and FL, who is from Tang dynasty. Side characters are the usual male secretary, the parents and of course the pestering/scheming girl.
Acting wise this isn’t that great but it’s not worse than so much else out there.
Anyway, if you want something fast - and don’t mind the short format and the clichés - this is an ok watch.
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Business-themed mini-show to chase away your boredom on a rainy day
This is one of these mini-shows you can watch on a rainy day. The storyline isn’t even close to being new and it’s mostly situated around two businesses and the people running them. There is of course also a nice love story. Nothing much to remember this by but entertaining enough if you have time to spare.Character wise: Because of the short format we don’t get much depth in the characters but they are quite stereotypical so we have seen them before. No surprises there.
Acting wise: This is actually rather good actors but the directing of “the villain” is kind of off. Too exaggerated. The chemistry between the leads is lacking but the love story is only second after the business-theme so it’s not that big of a problem. Other than that it’s ok.
So, if you want a nice business-themed mini-show to chase away your boredom on a rainy day, this is an ok watch.
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Ok mini-show with an intersting twist
This is an ok mini-show. The storyline is interesting since an active author is introduced making things extra challenging for the FL.Character wise we have this strong and clever FL who is supposed to complete her mission and set things back on track. ML is also strong and this time there is a twist surrounding his character. It’s actually intriguing. Sadly the short format kind of ruins things a bit because the story lacks explanation and it’s a bit confusing,
Acting wise this is good but not great. Some of the scenes seem created only to showcase the two main actors.
This show by the same leading actors and actress is the one that’s the least interesting.
Anyway, if you have some time to spare and like mini-shows, this is an ok watch.
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Funny and exciting mini-show
This is a funny but also exciting mini-show. The storyline about a Nine-tailed-Fox and a warlock hunting foxes is very good. There is also an unlikely bromance that is actually nice to follow. The pace of the story and the coherence is great for a mini-show that might otherwise have plot holes (as so many mini-shows does).Acting wise: They may not be top-actors but they do a good job.
Since it’s so short the characters and story in general lacks depth and development but that doesn't mean that it’s not entertaining.
The graphical side to the story (like spells and shields) is very good but the sound is underdeveloped and let down the show.
Anyway, if you like something fantasy/magical, this is actually worth watching.
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Mysterious and interesting mini-show
This is an interesting mini-show. The storyline is mysterious and it’s hard to figure out what is behind all the actions of ML. That is always a good thing. The ending makes so much sense and even if it is a sad one, it is also the right one.Character wise:
FL is a kind woman whose blood is needed for ML to survive.
ML is a cold and emotionless man (or rather half-demon) who has to do certain things to lift a curse on him. He is very hard to read and manipulates people around him like puppets.
Acting wise this is not exactly top shelf, but it is absolutely not bad. The actors do a good job within the limited timeframe - and the chemistry between the main leads is off the charts. Their scenes are so intense that you cannot avoid being captivated.
Well, if you like stories that are hard to predict, this is a very nice watch.
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Funny and entertaining short show
This is a funny and entertaining short show. The storyline is lighthearted and fun as we see how a female writer gets sucked into her own novel while re-writing the ending her female writer-friend originally wrote. I don’t think I have ever seen any storyline with that twist.Character wise:
FL is a female writer who is tasked to rewrite the ending of a novel because her female friend has writer’s blockage. She is kind and resourceful as she tries to find the way back to reality. In doing so she interacts a lot with ML (who is her husband in the novel) and slowly falls in love with him.
ML is a kind and upright man who cares about the people he is in charge of as Lord of the City. He was always uninterested in his wife until the FL took over her body. The change in personality makes ML fall in love with her.
Acting wise this is very good.
So, if you like a fast paced, romantic comedy - with lots of funny moments - this is definitely well worth watching.
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Good short show with body-swap theme
This is a very good short show. The storyline is a bit mysterious since it’s a body-swap but other than that it’s funny until it gets more serious towards the end. The ending is quite rushed which is normal for these short shows - but at least it's happy.Character wise ML and FL have a great development from a lean-back (FL) and cold (ML) approach to life to a more loving and responsible approach since they both learn so much being in the body of someone completely different.
Acting wise this is good even if I didn’t really feel the chemistry between the two leads.
So, if you want something lighthearted with good character development, this is well worth watching.
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Nice little costume mini-show
This is a nice little costume mini-show. The storyline is quite simple but there are a few twists and turns along the way, making it interesting.Character wise:
FL is a sweet and gentle Princess that is haunted by the death of her grandfather. Her biggest wish is to find out why and who was behind it.
ML is a fierce and strong Regent that hides a secret not many could imagine.
2ML is the vain and insecure Emperor and brother of FL.
Acting wise this isn’t exactly top shelf but the actors do a good job within the limited timeframe.
So, if you like a short and simple costume drama - with a nice love story - this is worth watching.
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Nice mini-show with revenge-plot
This is a nice revenge mini-show. The storyline is quite simple as is normal with these mini-shows but nevertheless entertaining.Character wise: We have this strong FL who is driven by her desire to revenge herself and a cheating financé who is selfish and suspective of nature. I liked FL because she stayed true to her revenge-plot but made sure nobody else was hurt because of it. ML was just a douchebag but I did understand his position since he was the only male heir to the Xia family and therefore needed to have children. But the way he and his mistress treated FL was despicable.
Acting wise this was not one of the best but the main characters were ok. Not bad enough to ruin the low budget show.
So, if you like stories with a revenge-plot - and have some time to waste - this might be something you would like.
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Definitely worth watching
This is actually a great mini-show. The setting inside a novel is brilliant. FL is an outside (the novel) person who is a professional “story-changer” and her job is to fix the problems in the novel in order to end the story correctly. In this novel she comes to occupy the wife of a cheating husband and wife beater. The way she handles matters is funny and entertaining.It may not be the best actors and the story does feel rushed but the things happening and the flow of the story is great.
So, if you like a bit of fantasy and a strong FL, this is definitely well worth watching.
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Great detective story with lots of eye candy
I admit, this is one of the productions with the most good-looking cast I’ve ever seen. Even the supporting actors/actresses were pure eye-candy (which is pretty much the premise of the story). But this is also a great detective story. Even if I guessed “the villain” and his identity almost right away, the storyline and unraveling of the case(s) was interesting. The twists and turns were nicely executed and kept me a bit confused as to exactly why and how - that’s always a sign of a good story. And even the romance between the main leads was nice to watch with a natural flow to it.Character wise, I liked that this FL was smart but not overly smart and her martial arts was really good but she wasn’t invincible nor was she fearless. A character that wasn't one-dimensional. I found ML to suit the job, since he had to be highly intelligent, calm and fearless. He had a strong presence.
Acting wise this was great and the chemistry between the main leads was good, not sizzling but suitable for their respective characters.
So, if you like an intriguing and romantic detective-story, this is definitely well worth watching.
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Don’t miss out on this time-loop gem
This is a great time-loop costume production with great actors and a brilliant and mesmerizing storyline. I normally hate stories with time-loops because they get too repetitive for me, but this one doesn’t. Each timeline has its own story with only the basic story being the same. It’s kind of a crime-solving story with a sweet romance.Character wise:
FL is a sweet and kind woman who ends up in a time-loop involving her and ML’s marriage.
ML is a clever and nice but reluctant man who doesn’t want to be a part of the power struggle for the throne.
Acting wise this is great and the chemistry between the leads is very good.
So, if you love a great time-loop/time-travel story - with twists and turns - this is a “Must Watch”.
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Different love story with a rebirth-vibe
This is a story of a woman caught in a circle of hatred and revenge. The storyline is complicated as are the characters.Character wise:
FL is a woman who is in love with ML, who doesn’t love her. She insists on marrying him anyway.
2ML is a fierce and vicious man who loves only himself.
2FL is originally FL’s maid and best friend but also falls in love with ML, so she betrays FL.
ML is a friend of FL who loves her wholeheartedly. He is a doctor. He supports her and helps her whenever she needs it.
Acting wise this is pretty good and the actors do a good job within the limited timeframe.
So, if you like a different love story with a rebirth-vibe, this might be for you.
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