My Journey to You (2023)

I am seeing Yu Shu Xin and Zhang Ling He in a different light and I absolutely love it...

iQiyi have only realeased 3 episodes and I am hooked. Episode 1 got me hooked. I will extend the review as the episodes come along. I am not up and up on the names of the characters yet, I am bad enough with English and Filipino names, so I am more confused with Chinese names. So if I get the names wrong, sorry. My bad, I did not mean to.

I love love love Yu Shu Xin here. I've watched her dramas and I am so used to see her playing cutesy, charming, always giggling, sometimes brainy but mostly shallow, bordering ditsy FL roles so I am so happy she has a chance to play something a bit more serious. I can only imagine the hours she put in to make the few martial arts moments she has in the first 3 episodes released make it seem believable, especially the fight scene in muddy water. I just hope if Yun Wei Shan does succeed, she doesn't get poisoned and killed because of a "no one leaves Wujeng alive" kinda thing. All that to say I am greatly enjoying this Yu Shu Xin that I am watching right now...

I like this Zhang Ling He here. I am not his biggest fan, I have only seen him in 2 dramas Love Between a Fairy and Devil and Sparkle Love, the later I stopped watching coz I got bored with the story. So I wasn't really sure how he'd be as the ML. I like it so far. He starts out as character in the story that those around him doesn't pay attention to, believing his playboy persona. Are they going to make his character start so-so then show he really was smart and very good at martial arts down the road as the story progresses? I hope so, they are certainly building up for something. I like how when he was told he was inheriting the Sword Wielder position, he was crying for his loss but he was also observing his father. I also like how they set up the scene for Ziyu's character to shed his easy-going, playboy persona. I hope it goes on and Ziyu's character develops better. Also, I like how the first episode they already made him fight. I hope to see more action scenes from him.

Lu Yu Xiao's character here is a surprise and not. I mean I have seen her play as the "bad" character in Love You Seven Times where Jin Lou started out as the enemy but ended up not being the enemy. So I am thinking, that may also be the same here, just a feeling mind you. I like how her character was mostly just being manipulative and have not really shown her hand. I am curious about her and her, what did they call their handler in the story? Raven? Him, the dude with the shaved head. I wonder what is going on between them. But I am enjoying her character so far. She said in the story she has a different target than Weishan's so when she claimed she is interested in Shangjue when the bride-to-bes were having a powow session, was she setting up the scene coz he is her target? I'm curious.

Gong Shangjue. I know I remember him in the drama A Familiar Stranger. I don't recall him having a fight scene there, I doubt but I maybe remembering it wrong, but all that to say I like his character there. That is the only bar I can gauge his acting from. So far, I like how they are setting his character up. So he is like known as smart and very good in martial arts in their village but I like his one scene where he put the innkeeper in his place when he said "... instead of worrying about the gong family, he is more worried about the succession..." or there about. I do now remember the line word for word. But when you see it, yeah. I like his character at that moment. Let see how they develop his character more as the story goes. I wanna know if he is gonna fight Ziyu for the position or like when he kept trying to interrupt Ziyu's dad from saying he should be the next Sword Wielder, he really does not want to be the successor and will support Ziyu in his new role.

The poison expert guy. I dont remember his name. I want to see how his character progresses. I mean he is being defiant at Zhang Ling He when he became the Sword Wielder because he genuinely believes that it should be his brother and not Ziyu. I understand that. But is he going to relent later down the road or what?

Will I continue to watch this drama? Duh! Dumb question. I am repeating all 3 episodes as soon as I am done writing this initial review. I only want to be able to share my excitement for this drama. Will I recommend it? ABSOLUTELY. Even if you are not as invested in the characters as I seem to be, I want to share how very well choreographed and executed the fight scenes are in this drama, even with only 3 episodes. I hope it keeps up until the last episode. I am not a big fan of the internal politics they have going on in the Gong Family so forgive me if I don't say much about it. Even IRL, I don't play politics so I don't mind it so much. It adds to the story but I am not racking my few remaining braincells with what's going on and how it will affect things and what not. I will just wait for whatever they wanna share in the drama. I am not going to nitpick and overthink about it ahead of time. I am not big on costume drama music but so far I can say what they used seem to match what I have seen so far. I have not heard anything that seemed off. Now if the lyrics are saying something else, I would not know, I haven't checked any of the music translations yet.

So. that's it for me. I am going to rerun the drama from episode one and will update my review when I get done with the whole drama. Have fun and enjoy watching it!!

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Could not get pass episode 5. Too slow, boring, and annoying background music

My Journey to You is a historical drama about Yun Wei Shan, a spy longing for freedom, who infiltrates the Gong residence to complete a mission and falls in love with Gong Zi Yu.

I cannot pass episode 5 of this drama. It is so slow, and the interjection of the background music is so much that it is annoying. The flashback between scenes is too confusing to follow for me. I like Esther Yu in Moonlight with Ryan Ding, but anything after that was so unbearable for me, especially the high-pitched voice that was her character in "A Romance of the Little Forest," which makes her dislike her even more.

I don't know how people like her acting; she has now been delisted from my favorite actresses list. Her onscreen chemistry with Zhang LingHe is not great either. I am dropping this drama and give it a 4.0

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Very powerful start

Seeing Esther yu and ZLH together is very amazing even tho I watch 5 eps My Journey to You was interesting and amazing Esther yu acting was amazing and it’s really good it’s already got me hooked and I love love love Yu Shu Xin here. I've watched her dramas and I am so used to see her playing cutesy, charming, always giggling, sometimes brainy but mostly shallow, bordering ditsy FL roles so I am so happy she has a chance to play something a bit more serious. I can only imagine the hours she put in to make the few martial arts moments she has in the first 5 episodes released make it seem believable, especially the fight scene in muddy water. I just hope if Yun Wei Shan does succeed, she doesn't get poisoned and killed because of a "no one leaves Wufeng alive" kinda thing. All that to say I am greatly enjoying this Yu Shu Xin that I am watching right now... I hope to see more amazing scenes


So. that's it for me. I am going to rerun the drama from episode one and will update my review when I get done with the whole drama. Have fun and enjoy watching it!!

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So disappointed

I was really looking forward to this drama, and now I am sorry I wasted so many precious hours watching it. All because of the way it ends. Really?! Who leaves a story hanging like that?
Zhang Linghe, Esther Yu are all among my favourites. The main cast members as well as supporting roles were great, but the ending?! What the heck? I won’t even bother watching it again. I’ve watched Love Between Fairy and Devil 6 times, Till The End of the Moon 4 times, because the story is good. Whoever wrote the script for My Journey to You was very confusing. The great fight scenes aren’t even enough to redeem this drama.

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Uninteresting

It's been four hours or four episodes and both the characters and the pacing are exhausting. It started off with an interesting concept of assassins infiltrating the Gong family but the assassins are so monotonous, it doesn't really make sense for them to "blend" in anywhere as they only seem to have skills for stealth. As grandiose, secretive, and careful as this Gong family is, their way of choosing brides also don't make much sense. The same goes for their "rule" of having to have a leader at all times based on who is present, no matter how incompetent the next leader is, also doesn't make sense.

- The conversations are all seriously snail-paced and not very effective.
- The two main FL assassins are uninteresting.
- The main ML (incompetent leader) is uninteresting and is a fool who falls in love foolishly.
- The flamboyant elder sister who's supposed to be the humor lifeline so far in the series, is also uninteresting.

The only character that seems to be interesting at all so far is Gong Shang Jue, but he hasn't really officially entered into the scenes yet. Nevertheless, four hours later and my facial expression from watching the series has been as expressionless as the characters so far. Slightly higher score is for production quality.

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GOOD LOOKING CASTS

Only 4 episodes that I watch his drama, not so much opinion but I notice few things that make this drama stand out. All the cast are so good looking, easy on the eyes. Esther Yu looks like her real age, could see clearly Zhang LingHi was a much younger man. Only the oldest JieJie that's light (although she's suck in dancing), setting and costumes are beautiful, too much dialogue exchange without story progress: dramatic monologue. No much entertainment..

1. Background music / Ambient
Over dramatized background music. Simple scene accompanied with music that focus to create a certain atmosphere or state of mind, a dark edgy one, intended as cinematic thriller background. Everybody talk alot; scheming, explaining, threat, smirking, intimidation, all done in talking. Appeared there's none of happiness or cheerful on the scenes.
2. Denigrated Women
Survival fight on the mud (ep2), selecting a bride from 10 women and when they don't get selected they'd be killed - women tried to win favors from the male counterparts - to be the bride of Gong family she needs to be in perfect health like weekly health check up or something; felt like worst selection of a Queen (oh...but whatever). Hmmm...not a great,

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A STUPID ENDING

I think it will be the second season, so they sent the wufang girls out and heralded a new adventure. The Swordsman is also waiting for the woman he loves. It didn't happen.
In general, the series was very well constructed, well blended, the story was tried to be reflected properly, and it was one of the series with a different narrative that I have watched recently. I think it depends on the director. I got some American influences. Different things were tried, especially places, clothes, styles, lifestyles, secrecy, intelligence, swordplay, advanced techniques and mystery were included and a blend was made. It looked nice to me. Congratulations to the director. However, there were also mistakes that I don't know whether to call small or big. Especially when Wufeng was introduced, his ruthlessness, his ability to train invincible swordsmen or fighters, and his ruthlessness were mentioned. The way they use people is given in a very strange way, such as cruelty, using poison, being given an antidote if you complete your mission. Likewise, the Gong family, known for its closedness, secrecy, infiltration, security measures, swordsmanship, and Yellow and Gold Guards, was introduced as an uncompromising group. However, we saw that it was very easily infiltrated. Games were played knowingly and unknowingly. Likewise, with a little trick, Wufeng was tricked and the sword masters and fighters they praised so much were killed. Likewise, a great swordsman was created from an irresponsible child. The person suddenly became perfect. His mind became clear. He mastered all sword games and martial arts and became invincible. He became resistant to poisons. Finally, our daughter, the Wufeng spy who stole the endless heat, left home saying she was pregnant. Escaped. This person did not love the person he married. But we saw that he suddenly grew white flowers and watered them. ShangJue, who kept his distance from that woman, also started to like her. Now we will see in the future that this woman will do new things and cause trouble for the GONG family. Unexpected behavior from the highly praised Shangjue. Unexpected belief, deceived. I don't know if he will have children. But I think they will start the new season by playing tricks on WeiShan or taking him hostage. These were mistakes that should not have happened. I liked the actors very much. I didn't find any faults with the game. I even congratulate the players. The only thing I find faulty is that Yu Shu Xin plays with the same face for 24 episodes. If there is a sequel, he will play. Dead eyes. Eyebrows curved to give a sad facial expression. This face has never changed in good times, bad times, excitement, anger, fight, love or practice. The director said that this face of yours should be like this, spiritually. It remained that way. Is this how normal is? I don't know if he's not smiling or if he doesn't have any other behavior. I also watched a little of another series. It didn't seem that bad to me, but I couldn't figure it out here. I wondered if she was chosen for this role because of her cleavage, that is, her physique. However, Lu Yu Xiao, the actor in the same situation, on the contrary, gave all the facial expressions. She laughed, got angry, rejoiced, pretended to be in love. I love games played. His face changed, why didn't this one change, director? I didn't like these. I liked Zhang Ling He very much. It seemed to me that he grew up with his role. Well done. Ryang Cheng, Jolin Jin, the ridiculous personality who makes us laugh with different variations, Tian Jia Jin the Poisoner, Omid, Ai Mi. They were the players I liked. I liked them all, but these a little more. Let me say this for Ai Mi. It makes you think this girl can't be at this age. I've watched a few more TV series. Near perfect acting. A simple and pure and very beautiful face. Beautiful smile, beautiful look, very good facial expressions. He did his stubbornness especially well. I saw a very bright future. Hopefully the future will be clear. I think she will be a sought-after actress. He has already become one of my favorite actors. I congratulate him. Enjoy watching...

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It seems much ado about nothing and kind of R&J to me.

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I was kind of shocked by how cutesy and high-pitched the FL's voice was in another famous series (which made me feel rather repulsed then) and so, I was quite skeptical about this drama. Nonetheless, I just watched "Kunning Palace" and loved the ML as Xie Wei/ Xie Ju An in it and so, I thought "let's go!".

These are my honest thoughts about this particular drama, and I have nothing against any actor or actress in real life.

Upon starting the very 1st episode, it was pleasant to see that FL had a different sort of role in this drama and I thought "seems good". The colour of the drama and the production and costumes ... looked high class and polished. After watching the action-packed 1st episode, I looked forward to the 2nd episode. All seemed quite great and I was quite intrigued.

However, as I continued watching, I found myself feeling less intrigued and more bemused and even bored by the shenanigans of the deadly spies... everything seemed to be going round in circles and was even rather confusing to me. The four factions (can I call them 'factions') on Wu Feng's side as well as on Gong's side were perplexing and rather boring. My thoughts were "this is starting to feel sort of like R&J where we have 2 feuding factions who are just feuding and feuding and much ado about nothing". I felt that there was a lot of posturing going on but nothing much worthy was going on.

Currently, I am in two minds about this drama - to continue or to drop. And so, it is "On-Hold" at the moment. While I recognise that this production is a good one and big budget with good actors and actresses, it did not make me feel invested and keen. It also did not make me feel the urge to continue watching to find out how things would pan out.

Let me see how I should proceed from here ;o)

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A Mixture of Darkness and Comedy

This drama gives the vibe of a suspense drama yet manage to mix it with a light comedy through the role of the Eldest Sister. At first she looked familiar but I couldn't pinpoint where I saw her before until Ep.5. She was one of the guest in Keep Running. Oh my goshhhh, no wonder...LOL.
I have tried to watch Esther Yu's works but it failed to keep me completing the dramas as most of her roles were not my cup of tea. Sometimes I think she only managed to play the role of bubbly-pretty, and somehow less wise girl. But, this time she captivates me through her roles and I think I portrays it pretty well.
Zhang Ling He, well, my first time watching his work and I think I will put him on my watch list. His role is in this drama induces women's protective nature. A nice and honest guy with strengths and vulnerabilities.

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Dropped, tried my best!

First of all this is my OWN opinion. Feel free to don't agree with it. I just write my own experience down if you don't agree with it then please scroll down and don't read it.

I started watching this because I saw it had a good rating and I love fantasy, hidden identity, romance and action too. So I gave it a try. It's actually started intresting, with it's own dark, gloomy set. Since I haven't seen much episodes I can't really tell further. The two main leads meeting was quite intresting in the prison but I didn't mind it first. But when she actually tried to escape to lure him or idk what to was a bit stupid for me. I didn't much further since I got annoyed and dropped it without regrets.

I know a lot of people like this drama, because it's own beauty but I specialy didn't liked the dark theme. I especially like Esther dramas but I didn't liked this one.

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can't wait to watch the ending!!!

"My Journey to You" is a breath of fresh air in the world of television, offering a unique blend of fantasy, period drama, and romance. Starring the talented Yu Shuxin and Zhang Linghe in the lead roles, and featuring a stellar supporting cast, this series takes viewers on a mesmerizing journey through a world of intrigue and passion.

The story revolves around Yun Weishan, portrayed by Yu Shuxin, an assassin with a yearning for freedom. Her character is a complex mix of strength, vulnerability, and determination. As she infiltrates the enigmatic Gong residence to complete a mission, the narrative takes a thrilling turn. The eerie and treacherous atmosphere of the Gong residence sets the stage for a series of captivating events.

Yu Shuxin's performance as Yun Weishan is nothing short of captivating. She seamlessly embodies the character's inner turmoil and transformation throughout the series. Her portrayal of a woman torn between duty and desire is both nuanced and emotionally resonant. Opposite her, Zhang Linghe shines as Young Master Gong Ziyu, bringing charisma and depth to his role. The chemistry between the two leads is palpable, adding depth and authenticity to their evolving relationship.

The supporting cast, including Chen Duling and Zeng Keni, deliver compelling performances that enrich the storyline. Each character is well-developed and contributes to the overall intrigue of the Gong residence. The dynamics between the characters, fueled by secrets and hidden agendas, keep viewers engaged and guessing.

The writing of "My Journey to You" is a standout feature. The series seamlessly weaves together elements of fantasy, romance, and period drama. It explores themes of love, friendship, and self-discovery against the backdrop of a mysterious and perilous world. The narrative is filled with twists and turns that keep the audience on the edge of their seats, while also touching on profound emotions and personal growth.

Visually, the show is a treat for the eyes. The period costumes and set design are meticulously crafted, transporting viewers to a bygone era. The attention to detail in creating the Gong residence and its surroundings adds depth and authenticity to the story. The cinematography captures the beauty and darkness of the world in which the characters exist, enhancing the overall viewing experience.

The soundtrack of "My Journey to You" complements the mood of each scene perfectly, adding depth and emotion to the storytelling. Whether it's a suspenseful moment or a heartfelt confession of love, the music enhances the impact of each scene.

In conclusion, "My Journey to You" is a captivating and genre-defying series that deserves recognition. It successfully combines fantasy, period drama, and romance to create a compelling narrative that keeps viewers engaged from start to finish. With outstanding performances, a well-crafted storyline, and stunning visuals, it's a show that appeals to a wide range of audiences. If you're looking for a TV series that takes you on a thrilling journey of love, self-exploration, and intrigue, "My Journey to You" should be at the top of your watchlist. It's a testament to the creativity and talent within the world of television and storytelling.

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My Journey to Jiuchen...

Son atmosphère mystérieuse et son élégante noirceur m'ont convaincu à peine quelques minutes après le début du premier épisode.

Yun Wei Shan et Shang Guan Qian sont deux espionnes envoyées par l'organisation Wufeng pour intégrer la résidence Gong. Chacun a une mission et la réussite de cette dernière est une question de vie ou de mort. Cependant, elles n'intègrent pas n'importe quelle résidence, mais celle de la famille Gong. Les ennemis jurés de l'organisation Wufeng. Si quelqu'un découvre leur identité, il ne fait aucun doute de leur sort. De même, si elles reviennent bredouilles, Wufeng s'occupera d'elles. D'ailleurs, Yu Wei Shan le dit elle-même, mourir de la main des Gong sera moins douloureux.
Le fait qu'elles soient des espionnes n'est pas qu'un détail dans l'histoire, au contraire ! C'est un arc entier qui se développe sur toute la durée du drame. Pour moi, la meilleure façon de résumer ces deux personnages est dans l'expression : l'ennemi(e) de mon ennemi(e) est mon ami(e).

Ensuite, les membres de la famille Gong et les secrets qu'ils conservent. Gong Zi Yu, qui est réputé pour aimer la bonne compagnie des femmes, et qui ne s'implique pas assez dans les affaires familiales. C'est un personnage parfois naïf, mais d'une grande humilité qui fait souvent passer le bien-être humain avant son statut.
Gong Shang Jue qui est un brillant combattant, intelligent et doté de capacités martiales stupéfiantes. Cependant, il est facile de voir qu'il ne fait confiance qu'à son frère adoptif, Gong Yuan Zhi. Et c'est réciproque. Ce dernier maîtrise l'art des poisons et des armes cachées. Ensemble, leur duo est épique, jouant toujours sur la corde émotionnelle. Des larmes ont coulé, oui.
Dans la famille Gong, on compte aussi une seule femme, Gong Zi Shang qui nourrit une obsession pour Jin Fan, le garde personnel de Gong Zi Yu. Elle est stupidement amusante - tout comme Jin Fan qui est un homme fidèle à ses principes et Gong Zi Yu.

En soit, les personnages sont tous excellents (même si l'antagoniste principal est révélé trop tard dans l'histoire, tout comme ses motivations). Si vous enlevez un seul personnage des Gong, une des deux espionnes ou un des Maîtres, l'histoire s'effondre, c'est évident. Avec un tel investissement dans l'histoire et les personnages, chaque fois que l'un d'eux est en danger, cela devient un combat interne. J'avais l'impression de me faire malmener, tandis qu'on me tordait de l'intérieur. En y réfléchissant deux minutes, je pense que c'est le wuxia m'ayant le plus touché, émotionnellement.

Même si le drame est étiqueté comme une romance, elle n'occupe pas la première place. Son arc est joliment distillé sur toute la durée du drame, sans être centrale. Encore une fois, ça fonctionne grâce à la façon dont elle sert l'intrigue avec intelligence. Le rythme est un peu lent, parfois les scènes sont longues pour, même si les échanges deviennent un jeu. Malheureusement, la traduction nous fait perdre une partie de leur sens, mais on y peut rien.

Le final est intéressant. Il est une demi satisfaction pour moi. Cependant, il semble être pensé pour une suite, donc ! Ce n'est pas une fin poubelle ou une fin clichée qui sort d'un chapeau magique. C'est cohérent. Lorsque contrariété et cohérence se côtoient.
Pour finir, difficile de ne pas parler de la mise en scène de Guo Jing Ming (également scénariste). Il rend honneur à l'ensemble de la production : l'histoire, les décors, les costumes, les scènes de combat (qui, à mes yeux, partie des meilleures dans un wuxia) et surtout les personnages. C'est magnifique, tout simplement !

En bref, malgré un rythme lent (qui s'accélère dans les derniers épisodes) et un final qui n'est pas pleinement satisfaisant, My Journey to You est une histoire captivante, menée par des personnages fascinants et une cinématographie impressionnante.

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