Best CDrama couple
This drama has my favorite CDrama couple. Tan Song Yun has great chemistry with her leads, but this was something else, it felt like watching a real couple's love story. Jing Bo Ran is such great actor, it is really hard to portray a "man of few words" type of character but he can talk with his eyes. I wish they would cast him in more modern dramas.The series does not have great production value, it has sloppy CGI, the police storyline was not for me, but the actors were so great I watched the whole thing, because I was so invested in their story.
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Messy writing but beautiful couple
Leads are great together. They have good chemistry, love all of their skinship and cute scenes. I just think it felt a little rushed how they got together too fast. Maybe they could've take a little more time to reconcile and we could get more angst and the drama could focus on why they broke up before they make amends. But regardless of that, they were good. But still I think the actors deserved better than this drama for reasons I will explain below.I'm an advocate for cdramas not having 30 eps or more. It's always a little slow on pace, and this drama was no different. After they get together it's like they went around in circles between his father being an a**hole, their flashbacks together in the past, and chinese police propaganda. Then she gets pregnant and it's all them and their long-distance relationship which felt a little repetitive. It felt like there was no story for real and nothing really happened. I'm usually a fan of these kinda shows where it's more focused on the characters rather than plot, but here it was neither one nor the other. They could've talked other things like why he got into the police (we know it's bc of his deceased stepfather but that is never really portrayed), or her parents' divorce which was done superficially. They could work on this and we would know more abt their characters. The dialogue is the worst. Things are poorly explained, if they happen to be at all. The timeline is a little confusing too. Flashbacks felt sudden and out of nowhere.
ML is annoying. He's too serious, never laughs or softens (sometimes not even with FL) and all characters like to praise him for smth. I mean, it's like he's perfect but not in a good way, more like a robot. And I simply can't forget the time he called FL too innocent and silly (I think those were the words) just cause she's always smiling and in a good mood. It was just patronising. The whole time he acted all macho like he had no weakness at all. FL tried to take some feeling from him but he doesn't loosen.
I also felt there were too many characters and none of them had screen time and space for their stories. It bothered me that:
- We didn't know if Mingyu and Duan Rou got married;
- ML had siblings who never showed up, why say they exist in the first place if they have no part in anything at all;
- That FL's friend who is a doctor had more screen time than he should, there was no need to know his story;
- Mingyu's son was left aside during the drama and it's like his father doesn't care abt him. He just goes from one person to another and must understand everything. He's a kid, he needs security and to be taken care of!!
- We didn't get to see the face of ML's cousin who introduced the leads until the last ep, she was like a ghost, we could only hear her voice, I don't know why;
- Why did ML's parents not divorce?! His father was an abusive father and husband. Even if his father was trying to be better in the end, she still should've divorced. FL's dad cheated on her mother and they got divorced but ML's dad beated on his children (especially ML's sister cuz she's a woman) but that can be forgiven. Ugh!!
Although side stories are usually not that important, they shoud at least be told right. It's like they opened some paths but never took time to finish it. That's just disrespect with the viewers.
All the chinese propaganda was one of the worst things of everything. Cause the couple is really good, I can handle some drama as long as it's abt them. But the show spend some time just showing how SWAT works and it was just boring yn. And sometimes it's played to show how awesome and badass ML is, but I don't really like him, he's too forced.
All in all, it wasn't bad. It was a little boring and the narrative is lost, but the leads form a beautiful couple. If you focus on that maybe it was better than I made it seem. But for me a drama is not just a couple, but also narrative and writing, which here could be way better. Overall rating goes for the couple.
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Yet another drama where Tan Song Yun shines like the bright light she is!
Before going into this drama, I read a few reviews and saw many praising Jing Bo Ran for his looks and performance, for me thought Tan Song Yun was the star of this show. I did like Jing Bo Ran but his character Lu Yan Chen/ Lu Chen was a bit hard to pin down for me, I liked Lu Chen sometimes, but others he just didn't seem like a person who pursued things other than his work. Gui Xiao, on the other hand, was a treat to watch.I especially loved the flashbacks, which gave us complete look into how each of them felt for each other. Lu Chen was far too reserved so the flashbacks helped reveal a bit more about his feelings for Gui Xiao. Their breakup had me reminiscing about the decisions made when I was that young, how easy it is to be swept away with emotions. It also showed us how two different people dealt with their problems in different ways.
But you still have to give it to Lu Chen, even though Gui Xiao broke up with him, he didn't hold on to the resentment for long. He was more understanding than most MLs.
The romance part was good, the leads have good chemistry. However, there made up very suddenly. It was a bit underwhelming but I was happy for them both.
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Calming, healing, romantic watch.
struggled slightly before I decided to watch this show - reviews were mixed. some said good, some said boring, some said too long.3 words: I loved it.
Pros:
- Cast - I always loved Seven, esp since I watched Go Ahead. I think it might be the first time I am seriously watching JBR but love love love.
- Easy watch (ZERO angst) - as I’ve always reviewed, I hate shows with angst, push and pull. this barely had any, maybe in the first couple of episodes with the weird ZMS trope but solved so quickly, no complaints.
- Great wrap up - while some reviews I’ve seen online have mentioned that it’s 10 episodes too long, I love that the last episodes feel like it’s giving us a great wrap up. I love that the ending wasn’t 10 mins of bliss but really episodes and episodes worth of bliss. Almost every issue was also wrapped up, some maybe done lightly but still well done.
- Easy watch - did I mention this already? while it may seem too long for such a simple plot but I loved how it’s just slice of life, romantic, about a second chance romance, about how their first was ruined by misunderstanding and distance but the second chance fairytale like due to their maturity and longing for each other
Cons:
- ZMS trope - don’t want to spoil it but that was strange, felt unnecessary
- ML’s father - seemed too easily forgiven but might also be realistic in a sense that blood ties can’t be that easily broken? not sure, but in my eyes, too simply looked over
- overly perfect - my god, UNNECESSARY!!!! creating all these expectations for the perfect husband ☠️ I kid, without this, it wouldn’t be that sweet. (where’s my handsome, fit husband that’s a good cook, doesn’t talk much, sweet, caring, understanding)
If you want a light watch, watch this. If winter is coming and you want something to warm you up, watch this.
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A Gorgeously Aesthetic and Emotional Second-Chance Romance!
Road Home (2023) is a breathtakingly beautiful, atmospheric, and cozy romance drama that masterfully captures the essence of first loves reuniting after years apart. It is a visual and emotional healing journey with massive comfort value.Story (9.5/10):The narrative is a very realistic, gentle, and slow-burn exploration of a second-chance romance between an investment director and a special police officer. What makes this story so beautiful is the maturity of their love—there are no toxic misunderstandings or loud breakups. Instead, it relies on shared memories and unconditional support. While the pacing can feel incredibly slow at times, and the lack of direct communication about their past can be slightly frustrating, the overall cozy and warm atmosphere makes it a wonderful experience.Acting & Cast (10/10):Jing Boran and Tan Songyun delivered exceptional performances with a deeply natural, heartwarming on-screen chemistry. Tan Songyun is fantastic, bringing her signature warmth and emotional depth to the role. Jing Boran is perfect as the silent, intensely protective, and stoic military lead. Even though his character's extreme quietness and brooding nature can test your patience, his fierce devotion and the way he looks at the heroine will completely melt your heart.Music & Production (10/10):The production value is pure art. The cinematography is stunning, especially the breathtaking snowstorms and winter landscapes in the early episodes that create a magical atmosphere. The soundtrack is incredibly beautiful, cozy, and melancholic, perfectly matching the nostalgic and healing tone of the series.Overall:Road Home is a mandatory 10/10 watch for anyone who appreciates high-aesthetic production, a protective green-flag male lead, and a beautiful, slow-burning romance. Highly recommended!Was this review helpful to you?
a painful watch and not in a good way
I came for Seven Tan after watching her amazing acting in Go Ahead and I tried not to let the mixed reviews stop me fron watching this drama.Oh My God was this storyline confusing and I found a lot of the acting awkward between the characters. The timeline skips around from 2008 to 2018 back to 2010 and then to 2020 and by the time I thought I was in real time my mind was blank. It didnt like the flow of the drama and the supporting characters were bouncing in and out (besides maybe the friends son).
Dropped at ep 6 and I dont think I’m coming back.
p.s. I even found a shorted summary version on Youtube and couldnt finish that either.
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Alfa m.
Main actor Lu Chen is very beautiful, tall manly.They act good, even acting between main actors is weird, even when they act old relationship events, they both behave same strange. Not natural at all. Not happy.
Story is good , because biches like this girls really exist.
So, Xiao, broke up with Chen 8 years ago, because she thinks she can find better to get married! and because she doesnt love him! No, you dont break up with someone if you love him, end of story!
and then, she realises she grow old unmarried, almost 30, and she asks for his number! Because she knows he loves her!
then, she still waits 2 years, thinking she will find someone better to marry her,
and as she didnt, old lady of 30, because she cant find any husbant, then she remembers her old boyfriend, that she dumped, and goes in his village, where he workls, to chase him!
so, beeches like this, doesnt deserve to have again boyfriend that they dumped! I wish Lu Chen had already new love and marriage, and long time agoforgot this beech!
that would be justice .
but, unfortunately, men like Lu Chen are many, and they would be again with some beech who hurt them, instead of beeing with some nice girl that really loves them.
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Beautiful
What a beautiful, Beautiful love story! It felt classic and simple and so, so warm. I thought the actors did an amazing job of converting love separated but never lost and never encased in hatred and bitterness but sheer misunderstanding and immaturity. I loved watching these characters grow in their love and just become so connected and balanced. I'm not a rewatch person but if I were I'd probably have this on my yearly rotation.Was this review helpful to you?
Nothing Much to say, perfect and beautiful
I already read the novel twice, and I love the novel so much. One of my favs novels.How come Jing Boran can capture the 'presence' of the Lu Chen novel version perfectly?
First and foremost, I was kinda bit disappointed when I saw Jing Boran cause I never watched his drama or movies, and I kinda avoided watching his drama but was surprised!
Do not judge before watch it!
I remember when I watched Lu Chen (Jing Boran), got the feeling the way back when I read the novel.
Kudos to him, he's such a great actor.
He's make me think that
"Oh, Lu Chen is real, there's someone who like him"
The character itself, not so much "drama version".
Like So perfect, and got no flaw, whatever..bla but he's character is like down to earth. he's also feels insecure, have family problems.
I mean, he's real.
The one of drama that portrays male character perfectly. So much humane.
Not focusing 'oh he's so handsome or whatever'.
If you guys watch some Cdramas, sometimes the male characters like "fake". Like a....human robot but not Lu Chen.
The Chemistry is noch top.
Their scene so much warm.
Because of Lu Chen, have i been falling in love with Lu Chen itself
And...
And I want to give a hug to Lu Chen and Gui Xiao.
They deserve each other.
They deserve their own world and happiness.
I can feel, their love is so strong.
I love when Lu Chen always soften his expression when they together.
I also want to say thank you for Lu Chen and Gui Xiao, cause it's keep remind and soften my heart when think about love and relationship.
Lu Chen-
He's characters remind of someone,
Someone's who not good at talked but he's showing you through action.
Gui Xiao-
I always think Seven Tan is one actress who can portray any role this is given to her.
The story is satisfying cause read the novel itself,
So not much different.
Maybe ia m bit biased cause I love the novel so when it comes to the adaptation version, should not be a problem for me.
The story reminds of beautiful story.
I think beautiful is the perfect word to this story.
I can't think other words than this.
Oh, maybe you think it might be cliche but trust me, it's beautiful.
Beautiful in.....warm way.
Will come back again.
If you want to judge whether the drama is the best or not, you will only have two feelings after watched it:
You feel regret cause why you not watching the drama earlier
Or
You feel regret cause you already watched it cause the first time feelings that gives to you when you pick up the drama, its wont be the same anymore.
So, its highly recommend and i satisfied.
The novel and the drama.
Kudos to Director, actor to make this drama feel like a real 'road home'.
One of the successful adaptations version from novel to the drama.
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Tanta lentezza e pochi contenuti per una storia che poteva occupare giusto la durata di un film
Ho iniziato a guardare questo drama un annetto fa, spinta dalla valutazione positiva. Fin dai primi episodi ricordo di aver avvertito una lentezza esasperante, al punto da ritrovarmi ad abbandonarlo arrivata circa alla metà.Il titolo mi è ricomparso davanti per caso qualche settimana fa, ricordavo di averlo droppato ma mi sono detta che forse, all'epoca, magari non ero nel mood giusto e questo poteva aver contribuito al misero risultato.
Quindi ho deciso di dargli una seconda chance.
E... Niente. Stesso discorso della prima volta.
Con estremo sforzo - e saltando a piedi pari alcune parti o velocizzandone altre - sono riuscita a giungere alla conclusione: la lentezza esasperante che ricordavero era ancora tutta lì, intatta, e ad essa si è aggiunta l'impressione di una scarsità generale di contenuti. Una storia troppo debole e semplice per una durata simile, dove nessun riempitivo può arrestare quello che sembra un andare inesorabilmente e lentamente - molto, molto lentamente - alla deriva.
Posso apprezzare drama particolarmente lenti, ma dove contenuto e spessore la fanno da padroni. Allora lì il ritmo può anche arrestarsi del tutto, per quanto mi riguarda. Ma qui manca sia l'una sia l'altra cosa.
Accusato il colpo due volte su due, direi che non è proprio il drama che faceva per me.
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Que Drama!
Confesso que exitei muito a assistir esse drama, mas depois que comecei não consegui parar de assistir e tive que maratonar. Fiquei apaixonada pelo casal. Sei que talvez o ritmo não agrade todos e que muitos podem achar parado ou lento, mas para mim, tudo foi perfeito, depois que terminei fiquei me perguntando porque demorei tanto a assistir essa excelente drama. Amei demais e se tornou meu Cdrama moderno preferido. Super recomendo, assistam!Was this review helpful to you?
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Então… pra mim pecou na história.
O que podemos dizer sobre: a caminho de casa? Poderia ter sido melhor. O casal tem uma química legal, eles são muito fofo juntos, mas ao meu ver a história não tem história! Como assim? kkk Para mim parecia mais um enredo pra contar dos trabalhos deles, e isso pra 30 capítulos se tornou massante. Nem entendi pra que tanto capítulo, pois não se falava de nada. É até tentado demonstrar nos capítulos a razão da separação deles, mas ao meu ver não ficou legal, tinha horas que ficava tudo confuso. Era melhor ter seguido a ordem cronológica certa: começado com eles no ginásio se conhecendo, o desenvolver do romance, eles depois de terem saído da escola, desenvolver melhor a questão de um relacionamento a distância, a separação e depois os anos se passavam. Acho que ficaria mais interessante e não tão confuso como ficou.Até quando eles tem um filho não senti que eles se tornaram pais. De tão confuso que foi tudo.
Um dorama mediano, que tinha tudo para ser melhor!
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