Snowfall

The villain takes front and center

The show has romantic and dramatic elements, good fight scenes and the right amount of suspense. The main leads despite having a large age gap, have good chemistry and leave you wanting more.

The story however, starts out with focus on the main couple and then fizzles out and all the focus moves onto the villain and he's not even a good villain, his backstory and motives are not compelling and its just sad that the director chose to focus the drama on him. The rest of the show is still worth a watch since the setting and characters, especially situ and Jin Jing Xue
are interesting.

The main couple could have been so much more, they have amazing potential and their actors did a great job but it seems their talent was wasted as scenes were cut for censorship and the director cares more about the dumb villain character/third ML. He might as well be the main character and not bother with the main couple since it seems the director wanted this all along. He's a very flawed character with dumb decision making skills.

Its such a shame because the drama is beautifully shot with a fantastic soundtrack and costumes, main leads are brilliant and compelling. The director made a huge mistake with his focus on this one.

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I am an absolute sucker, (pun most definitely intended), for a vampire theme, whether it be a film, a series, or music video. I didn't know this series existed until it showed up in my YT feed, and I'm so grateful it did. The fact that it is set during the Chinese Republican era, almost guarantees that I wouldn't look twice at it - I love ancient Chinese history, present day China, just not this period. Luckily there was a short in my feed and it played before I realised it. I was totally enamoured with what I saw.
The acting is good, the story is interesting and keeps your attention, the OST is a pleasure to listen to, and scenery/sets are breathtaking.
There are few little things that I could nitpick about, but they are inconsequential... although Shen Zhi Heng is not an immortal, (he was able to consume normal food and drink, at least until the assassination attempt), and daylight doesn't seem to be too big a problem for him, (although he does wear protective cape, wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses). He can self-heal, albeit with help from Dr Situ, and he has lived for over 100 years. He has super human strength, and the ability to defy gravity, though it's unsure whether he can actually fly, or to typically transform into even a bog-standard bat - he drives almost everywhere. He seems to be missing some typical vampire traits, such as the ability to hypnotise, or wipe memories... at least, so far - I'm only halfway through the series.
I have a huge dislike of the control exerted by most of the females in the series. Females like Mrs Mi and Old Madam Shen are pretty standard in Chinese dramas, regardless of the time period - domineering, controlling, evil, violent, and totally irredeemable. Likewise are younger controlling females, like Miss Jin, who just can't take no for an answer and Mi Lan's step mother, who rules Mi Lan's weak father with an iron rod. These types of women are usually the biggest reason why C-dramas frustrate the hell out of me. But if I'm honest, the only reason I didn't give the series a perfect score, is the disparity between the ages of certain actors vs their characters. I'm used to seeing a myriad male Asian idols and actors who have seemingly stopped ageing as they officially reach adulthood, but the same can't always be said about females. I assumed that Mi Lan was in her mid-teens, 16 at most, but that was probably due in part to her innocence, her clothes, and her attachment to her doll. Shen Zhi Heng, looked about 40 to me. I was wrong in both instances - she's 18 and he's supposed to be about 30. Ryan Ren also seems to be playing a 30-ish man, and Dr Situ must surely be at least in his mid, (to late) twenties. What makes me smile is that Ryan Ren is only 22 and WinWin is his senior by 4 years. None of these characters are an issue, but given their story, there must be a few years difference in age, between Miss Jin and Li Ying Liang, but Maggie Huang, at 33, is obviously much older than Ryan Ren. Still, these are my personal issues, and probably won't affect anyone else's opinions of the characters.
All in all, this has to be my favourite Asian drama of 2024, so far, and even though I'm only halfway through, I'd be extremely happy if a season 2 was announced.

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Vampires + Republic Era: the combo you didn’t know you needed

Loved this right from the start, great casting, gorgeous costumes and period setting (the cars!), cinematography is beautiful and a pretty good credit sequence which is usually a good sign.

I actually think this might be Gao Wei Guang's best role - genuinely couldn't imagine any other actors fitting the role so well. Ouyang Nana really impressed, I've seen her in Yong An Dream which I highly recommend.

Some great twists, the plot didn't drag and in some places it was laugh out loud funny. The ending suited the drama and the last scene between our lovely lead couple felt realistic and fitting.

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A Tragic and Breathtaking Gothic Romance: A Unique Vampire Masterpiece! – 10/10

Snowfall is a stunningly beautiful, atmospheric, and emotionally gripping drama that brings something completely fresh to the table. For anyone who loves vampire lore and deep, melancholic romances, this show is an absolute triumph.Story (10/10):Set during the fascinating Republican Era, the plot stands out instantly as a rare and unique vampire story in Chinese dramaland. It perfectly blends fantasy, political turmoil, mystery, and a gothic aesthetic. What makes this narrative so compelling is the delicate, pure, and deeply moving connection between the leads. The contrast between a powerful, immortal vampire and a vulnerable, blind girl creates a breathtaking dynamic. The story builds up intense emotional stakes, and although the ending is a devastating heartbreak, the poetic execution makes every second of suffering worth it.Acting & Cast (10/10):Gao Weiguang was born to play Shen Zhiheng. He delivers an elite, charismatic performance as the sophisticated, mysterious, and deeply protective vampire lord. His chemistry with Ouyang Nana is the absolute soul of the drama. Ouyang Nana is phenomenal as Milan, capturing her quiet strength, innocence, and unshakeable trust flawlessly. Every glance, quiet touch, and emotional sacrifice between them feels so raw and genuine that it easily moves you to tears. The supporting cast and the complex brotherhood/rivalry dynamics also add great depth to the show.Music & Production (10/10):The production value is pure art. The cinematography is gorgeous, utilizing a dark, moody, and snowy color palette that creates a perfect gothic-romantic atmosphere. The action choreographies and vampire special effects look incredibly high-budget and sharp. Combined with a hauntingly beautiful and melancholic soundtrack, the audio-visual experience is completely immersive.Overall:Snowfall is an unforgettable 10/10 masterpiece that will capture your heart, heal it, and ultimately break it. Driven by phenomenal acting, a unique fantasy plot, and an intensely beautiful romance, it has immense rewatch value. A must-watch!

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Better than Dracula beautiful cinemaphotophy

This keeps you glued to every scene. When a hitsquad tries to bump off a Chinese Vampire who is saved by a Blind Girl. Each episode gives you clues to the interaction of motive by each character. The horror is fun when paranoia causes Li to sleep on the toilet and each day he looks worse. ALL behind locked doors living in fear. The vampire is charming and his story is facinating. But the girl who is both kind and so abused but never gives up. Excellent writing and plot. Very worth watching. We need a follow up Snowfall 2 because Vampires have many lives. Very well done. I loved it.

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