"When there is love, even flowers have the courage to bloom among thorns".
"Experience the power of love and growth in this inspiring tale of family and self-discovery. Unravel the complex tapestry of relationships, love, and personal growth in this gripping story of family and redemption, where every character leaves a lasting impact.This story is about family and the challenges the characters face towards achieving their goals, It's about friendship, sisterhood, brotherhood, and how not just blood defines a family. The bond they all shared was so beautiful and inspiring, that I hope everyone has someone in their lives the same way they had each other.
"When there is love, even flowers have the courage to bloom among thorns". This is a lyric from the ost of this show and I think it encompasses the entire show very well.
In this review I only wrote the reasons why I love this show, maybe in the future after rewatching, I'll be able to find things I don't like about it.
We saw so many different kinds of love in this show, such as parental love, friendship/platonic love, self-love, sibling love, and non-platonic love. They showed how they can appear differently for different people and how important it is to Love yourself.
It has the most funny characters I've seen in a show in a while. The show gives you such an important message while still being funny.
This is one of the most inspiring and well-written shows I have ever watched. The characters are complex so that even the really bad ones you can't truly hate them cause it kind of makes sense why they do the things they did. The former crown prince though really took all the understanding of my entire life not to hate him too much, I still hate him though.
The main leads chemistry was chemistrying, and the character growth and development were so inspiring and so beautifully done that they make you believe anything is possible. The development of their relationship was so natural and when Yuan Ying came and helped them grow into their better selves, it was stunning to watch, I think everyone deserves a sister like her.
The side characters were so well portrayed that their stories are shown even if they have little screen time. This is truly one of my favorite shows of all time.
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Serotonin boost
The story :The storyline may seem quite simple at the beginning but as you progress through the episodes you realize that it's not as simple as you thought it was. I really liked the plot, there wasn't any dull moment when I watched it. It narrates a fun story set in the fictional kingdom of Xinchuan, which is the most powerful and which presides over 8 other provinces (which have all their specificities). Every 3 years as a tribute, each province send young ladies for a selection as wives or concubines of the Xinchuan princes. And after some events during the selection, the adorable foodie Li Wei from Jichuan becomes the concubine of the weak and unfavored 6th prince, Yin Zheng.
The cast :
I loved a lot of characters. I think that the main couple has a very good chemistry !! I hope we can see Bai Jing Ting and Tian Xi Wei together as main leads again in the future. Both of them have good comedic expression and they are fantastic at turning funny moments into heart stopping passionate ones !! Although there is a romance involved , this drama is a lot more about sisterhood and women's themes which is not a flaw at all. There is no rivalry and scheming between women, unlike other historical dramas which makes this one very different and enjoyeable.
Also, almost all couples in this drama are lovely because each romance is developed which makes the characters very endearing. Besides, I really loved on of the secondary couples, Shangguan and Yin Qi literally stole my heart. These characters are so different and that's why this couple is awesome : the fierce Shangguan, a princess from the powerful and matrilocal Danchuan with him, the goofy and smiley 5th prince. They humorously navigate true challenges and hardships together which leads them to understand and love each other.
The sisterhood moments were really good, all these women are supporting each other no matter what and have an awesome bond. They went through a lot of hardships and each one of them succeeded in what she wanted to do in the end of the drama.
Overall, each character in the drama was immensely elevated by all the cast’s excellent acting. The depth and richness of each character and their development were incredible. Moreover, all the character’s interactions and chemistry were also realistically and convincingly portrayed.
To sum up this is a gorgeous, lighthearted and highly enjoyable story about women's struggles and sisterhood with some romance thrown in. The humour is very well and I think it can really be a comfort drama to watch when you're in a bad mood because it will make you smile and laugh for sure. I highly recommend it and that's why I rate this feel good drama 10/10
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Sisterhood, family, love, loyalty and secular prejudice
I loved the drama! It was a masterpiece in every aspect. The show depicted family values, sisterhood, equality, loyalty, and the significance of education in building a better society. Although there were a few inconsistencies, the show was thoroughly enjoyable. However, I do wish that the lead couple had been more assertive. It would have added an extra layer of excitement to the storyline.One of the things that I loved the most about the show was the positive portrayal of sisterhood. It was refreshing to see women with different personalities getting along with each other without any jealousy or rivalry. The show also emphasized the significance of food, kindness, and respect in bringing people together. Although the show seemed a bit naive at times, I found myself getting more and more addicted to it with each passing episode.
The love story was simply beautiful and developed at a steady pace, with both men putting in their best efforts to win over their beloved. The show was further enhanced by a few comical scenes, adding to its overall charm.
Every supporting character fit like a puzzle piece around the two main characters. I was particularly impressed with the male lead's unwavering love and support for the female lead, who in turn portrayed her role outstandingly. All in all, this drama has definitely left a lasting impression on me.
In conclusion, I would highly recommend this drama to anyone who enjoys a heartwarming story filled with positive values.
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As the younger generation tries to negotiate new ways of organizing government, society and marriage, we get to feel the satisfaction of our main characters doing the right thing and never losing their way. But, this premise has no conflict, or tension, or character development, and at 40 episodes it's just way too long.
One strong point was a very accurate depiction of domestic abuse.
The main characters are all likeable enough, but the acting is very on the surface, and chemistry is more like good buddies trying to do a group project. Music was adequate and there isn't really anything to rewatch.
I grade on other criteria as well:
Complex Themes (7.5)
Why are we wasting the talents and strengths of women and failing to recognize their obvious complementary strengths? Why indeed. I am all for this theme, though it was bit simplistic done. I did deeply appreciate illustrating the pitfalls of trying to leave an abusive relationship in a traditional, patriarchal society and why leaving isn't easy.
Complex Characters (3.0)
Just no. There were too many characters and they all had one distinctive personality trait.
Complex women and relationships (8.5)
While all the characters are simply drawn, there were lots and lots of women collaborating and being in friendship, and it was a joy to see that so front and center.
Cinematography/Production values (7.5)
Average for a historical show produced in the last couple years. Nothing really stands out.
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Love this series!!
I love this series. I'm so hooked... oh geez .. lol. All these fine actors and such deep characters w great storylines.. I really like everybody . I can't think of one actor I don't like, they're all so good. I really like the ML as he is so interesting, like not a super hero yet I just keep thinking what will he do next or what will happen around him. The FL is cute, funny, sweet and really a straight forward girl. I like the setting, all the ladies and their fun moments, etc. Very telling for us girls. ❤️. Anyway I will see this one through hoping for a good ending . I imagine the book for this story must be very good as well. Thank you.Was this review helpful to you?
C'est avant tout un drama qui tourne autour des femmes, de leur malheur, de leur combat, de leur vie et si vous êtes plutôt réticent à ce genre, je ne vous le conseille pas. En effet, bien que leur amitié soit sympathique à voir, très vite cela tourne à la répétition. Ici l'homme ne sert que de raison : pour qu'elles puissent s'émanciper, pour leur revendications, pour leur bonheur, pour qu'elles aient une place bien à elle. L'intention est louable et je n'ai rien contre cela. Par contre, je trouve que cela est maladroit : L'homme y est ridiculisé (Yin Qi). L'homme y est soumis (Yin g Zen). L'homme y est caricaturé (Yin An). L'homme y est violent (Yin Song). L'homme y est sournois (Yin Jun). Les pères sont pétris dans leur opinion de la place de la femme et de leur rôle. Bref, nous avons dans ce drama un panel de protagonistes masculins tout sauf séduisant, irrésistible et attrayant.
La femme par contre.... Elle est représentée dans toute sa splendeur. Si on exclue la mère de Hao Jia, qui a une apparition de 2 minutes et qui aura ici le rôle de la mère ingrate, et de la femme du 4ème prince, mais qu'on ne voit que quelques secondes par-ci et par là, TOUTES les autres protagonistes féminins sont soit gentilles, douces, altruistes, intelligentes, fortes....bref, ne leur cherchez pas de défaut, il y en a peu. Elles sont toutes potes ou le deviennent, même les possibles rivales, et se serrent les coudes envers l'ennemi commun : l'homme. Alors, je le redis, je n'ai rien contre cela. J'adore les héroïnes fortes, intelligentes et qui ont une place aussi importante que l'homme. Je pense à ma préférée Niao Niao dans "Love Like The Galaxy" par exemple ou Man Wol dans "Hotel Del Luna". Mais dans ce drama, non seulement elles sont omniprésentes, mais elles n'ont aucun défaut ou prou, et tout tourne autour d'elles, rendant presque la présence de l'homme inutile si ce n'est que le scénario avait bien besoin de protagonistes pour les faire briller.
Bien que j'adore Tian Xi Wei, et c'est pour elle que je suis venue, je n'ai pu retenir maintes et maintes fois une grimace. Les couples avaient beaucoup de potentiel, mais au final tout y est fade car il n'y aucune alchimie et que les relations ne sont pas équilibrées.
Résultat, un bon début prometteur mais qui très vite tombe dans une apologie de la femme qui est très maladroitement exécutée rendant le tout indigeste et ridicule. Je ne sais pas comment j'ai pu rester à regarder cela pendant 40 épisodes....(Si ce n'est en avance rapide, surtout dans le dernier quart).
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Une gentille comédie sur fond d'amitié honnête
Il se dégage de New Life Begins de bonnes ondes positives avec assez de légèreté et de gentillesse pour intéresser jusqu'au bout, malgré la romance (très) discrète.C'est vendu comme une comédie romantique, mais le "romantique" est en trop d'après moi. Cela dit même avec une romance discrète (qui prend de l'ampleur sur les derniers épisodes), le drama arrive à garder son intérêt entre deux conflits de palais et la franche camaraderie qui le compose.
Les femmes sont à l'honneur. Bien qu'on soit dans un univers fictif, les personnages féminins luttent pour le droit des femmes. L'amitié est ce qui ressort de ce drama. Tant entre femmes qu'entre hommes et femmes.
Pour parler rapidement des couples, on en voit plusieurs, mais c'est celui de Yin Zheng et Li Wei qu'on va suivre.
Je n'avais plus revu Bai Jing Ting depuis "You Are My Hero" que je n'avais pas aimé. C'était agréable de le voir dans le genre historique. Bien que son personnage soit lisse, il arrive à lui donner un côté royal, mais doux à la fois.
Tian Xi Wei ne m'avait pas marqué dans "Ms. Cupid in Love", ici elle représente la douceur et l'innocence, parfois un peu trop. Malgré tout, cette aura fonctionne pour son personnage (avec son adorable fossette).
Le couple peut facilement donner l'impression d'être de proches amis qu'un réel couple amoureux. La relation reste légère et s'ils sont mignons ensemble, on a l'impression qu'ils ne sont pas amants la majeure partie du temps.
Cela dit, 40 épisodes c'est long et pourtant, il y avait un réel déséquilibre dans les personnages. Certains viennent et repartent sans raison alors qu'ils ont un intérêt dans l'intrigue.
En bref, un drama gentil et mignon avec des femmes solides sans aucune toxicité ou rivalité (ou presque). Malgré sa nature fictive, on s'amuse de voir la modernité s'emparer d'un drama historique dans la lutte des femmes sans jamais en faire trop.
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Un historique chinois feel-good et féministe
Cette histoire commence par des mariages arrangés entre des jeunes filles des neuf régions et les princes de la capitale, et se révèle très vite être bien plus que ça. On suit bien sûr l'évolution de la relation entre l'héroïne Li Wai et Yin Zheng le discret 6ème prince, le couple principal qui a le plus de temps d'écran. Mais ce drama nous montre surtout les liens qui se forment entre ces jeunes femmes prisonnières de leur condition, qui parviennent à s'émanciper chacune à leur manière, ainsi que le soutien qu'elles s'apportent constamment sans jamais se juger. C'est vraiment frais, agréable, loin de suivre une banale histoire d'amour on a droit à de belles démonstrations d'amitié féminine et la prise de conscience qu'une femme devrait avant tout apprendre à compter sur elle-même plutôt que de penser le mariage comme condition essentielle au bonheur. Qu'il s'agisse de l'accès à des postes officiels, créer sa propre entreprise lucrative ou s'investir dans des activités améliorant la condition féminine et proches de leurs préoccupations, ces femmes ne manquent pas d'idées et n'hésitent pas à mettre en commun leurs ressources pour progresser et faire évoluer les règles strictes du palais.L'histoire est ponctuée d'intrigues politiques assez classiques, comme par exemple la rivalité existant entre certains princes siégeant à des postes officiels, mais cela reste léger et ne plombe pas l'ambiance avec des magouilles à rallonge. A quelques exceptions près, tous les personnages sont sympathiques et possèdent des personnalités aussi différentes qu'attachantes. Ici pas d'evil bitches qui cherchent à faire de l'ombre à leurs rivales, ni de guerres de territoires entre l'empereur et les méchants ennemis. De nombreux sujets sont abordés, comme par exemple la dépression post-partum, encore tabou à l'époque, ou le fonctionnement d'un pervers narcissique, même si ce n'est pas défini comme tel puisque les recherches sur le sujet sont récentes.
J'émets toutefois un bémol concernant un couple en particulier, que j'ai beaucoup apprécié mais qui à mon avis a été traité de façon maladroite. La princesse guerrière et le 5ème prince sont loin d'avoir des atomes crochus au début de l'histoire et bien que j'aie trouvé l'évolution de leur romance sympathique, je dois souligner que le féminisme prône l'égalité des sexes ce qui passe notamment par la condamnation des violences, le plus souvent masculines, dans le couple. Etre féministe ne signifie donc pas inverser les rôles en reproduisant des comportements problématiques de l'autre sexe, donc être une femme de caractère n'est pas synonyme de brutalité envers son époux. La princesse le rudoie quand même pas mal au début, c'est montré comme quelque chose de comique et pas très grave, et à mon sens ce point n'a pas été suffisamment réfléchi. Comme dit je pense qu'il s'agit surtout de maladresse de la part des scénaristes, mais comme plusieurs personnes l'ont fait remarquer en commentaire, il reste à espérer que les prochains dramas seront plus subtils sur ce point.
Je ne pense pas que je reverrai cette série, mais j'ai passé un moment agréable et c'est encore assez rare de voir des dramas historiques où les femmes sont autant à l'honneur et se soutiennent sans faille. En bref, une histoire fraîche qui prouve que l'audience a de nouvelles attentes, de nouvelles valeurs, et que l'évolution est en marche dans le bon sens.
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Cerita ringan yang menyenangkan, hubungan yang hangat
Apresiasi yang besar kepada sang penulis, Terima kasih kepada penulis yang telah menciptakan karakter Yin Zheng yang berhati lembut dan pengertian. Semenjak hari itu Yin Zheng merupakan tipe idaman ku??Cerita ini membawakan alur yang halus dan menyenangkan, di mulai dari pemilihan selir hingga perjuangan para wanita untuk melewati bayangan gelap hingga berada di puncak terang.
Karakteristik tokoh utama sungguh bagus, Li Wei yang sungguh cerdas dan banyak akal, Yin Zheng yang pintar perhitungan dan berhati hati. Chemistry kedua tokoh terasa seperti memakan buah persik yang manis di tengah musim semi??
Sejak awal, Yin Zheng tidak pernah keras kepada Li wei yang pada saat itu menyebabkan tidak sedikit masalah bahkan melindungi Li Wei dengan segala cara yang ia bisa. Mencintai Li Wei dengan sepenuh hati, menolak untuk memiliki selir (yang pada dasarnya sangat sulit untuk di lakukan oleh pria bangsawan sepertinya)
Ia, Li Wei dan Yuanying merupakan rekan yang sungguh luar biasa!! Berbicara soal itu, Yuanying merupakan karakter favorit saya yang sepertinya tidak akan saya temukan di drama lain lagi?
Yuanying merupakan karakter yang sungguh saya kagumi, ia gadis yang mandiri dan kuat. Menahan semua masalah di pundaknya. Namun masih tetap membantu orang lain, mendidik Li Wei dalam segala hal, membantu Yin Zheng mendapatkan posisinya di kerajaan. Saya menangis dengan keras ketika menyaksikan adegan perpisahan Yuanying dan Li Wei. Sekali lagi terima kasih kpd sang penulis karena telah mengenalkan kami kepada yuanying, ia akan selalu terukir di hatiku!
Li Wei juga telah mengalami perjalanan yang sangat panjang, berawal dari gadis sederhana dari Jichuan menjadi selir tuan ke-6 Xinchuan. membuatnya harus beradaptasi dengan kehidupan yang belum pernah ia jalankan sebelumnya. Meskipun sulit, pertemuan nya dengan Yin Zheng merupakan keberuntungan bagi kedua nya.
Semenjak mengenal Li Wei, Yin Zheng menjadi mengerti akan kasih sayang dan mulai memaafkan ibu nya. Yin Zheng mendapatkan kasih sayang yang belum pernah ia dapatkan sejak kecil dari Li Wei, membuat lelaki itu memiliki rumah untuk pulang dan pilar untuk bersandar dan Li Wei mendapatkan teman yang begitu menyayangi nya seperti Yuanying, Shangguan Jing, Hao Jia, Dong Haitang serta suami yang begitu hangat, perhatian dan melindunginya?
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Si tratta di un adattamento della web novel "Qing Chuan Ri Chang" di Duo Mu Mu Duo, ambientato in un paese di fantasia, pseudo cinese antico, e non risparmia bordate al sistema patriarcale che vuole le donne sottomesse agli uomini in ogni più minuscolo dettaglio della loro vita.
In questa storia, ci sono otto staterelli dominati da un nono, al quale ogni tre anni vengono mandate in tributo, per mantenere la pace, delle fanciulle di buon lignaggio per farne mogli e concubine dei vari principi. Ma nel mucchio che prendiamo in considerazione ci sono alcune “mele marce” che rovineranno i calcoli degli sciovinisti e, aiutate da alcuni principi decisamente migliori di altri, cambieranno in breve tempo le carte in tavola nel paese retrogrado e maschilista. Sì, perché nella maggior parte degli altri paesi, le donne hanno un rapporto di parità, se non addirittura di predominio, rispetto agli uomini. Come accadrà tutto ciò è il succo del drama, che verte principalmente sui rapporti di stretta sorellanza che si sviluppano fra le varie mogli e concubine, distribuite fra i vari principi. Alcune avranno più fortuna di altre, ma la lezione che ricaveremo da questa serie è che, se le donne si alleano invece di farsi la guerra, possono ottenere risultati impensabili. Raramente si sono viste amicizie così solide a palazzo, ed è molto piacevole.
Ammetto di essere approdata a questo show per il protagonista Bai Jing Ting, già amato in Reset e in You are my hero, che interpreta qui il sesto principe, figlio non prediletto, apparentemente malaticcio e senza aspirazioni. Inutile dire che la sua ascesa avrà grande parte nell’economia della storia. Dicevo che ho deciso di guardare New life begins per lui, e non sono rimasta delusa dalla sua interpretazione: il suo viso molto mobile e espressivo è perfetto nei momenti romantici, commovente in quelli tristi, esaltante quando fa valere la sua autorità. Non ha una bellezza patinata e convenzionale e, per il gusto occidentale, è dotato di un paio di orecchie decisamente importanti ma che probabilmente non sono un problema in Cina, visto che sono in molti ad esibire orecchie a sventola e, con la dilagante mania della chirurgia plastica, ci vorrebbe pochissimo a correggerle.
Tian Xi Wei, protagonista femminile già vista in Be my cat, è anche lei interprete di spessore, e ci regala qui diverse scene veramente memorabili. E’ la concubina del sesto principe, vero motore dell’epocale cambiamento che avverrà nel retrogrado regno dove è stata inviata.
Attorno a questa coppia principale se ne aggirano diverse altre, coi loro problemi, le loro interpretazioni di cosa è o dovrebbe essere un rapporto di coppia, le loro relazioni coi potenti dei vari regni.
Le relazioni che si sviluppano fra le varie coppie sono abbondantemente sviscerate e, se certi personaggi sono all’inizio negativi o piuttosto antipatici, diversi intraprenderanno percorsi che li porteranno a crescite significative. Fra i personaggi secondari, è particolarmente azzeccata l’interpretazione di Chang Long, il quinto principe Yin Qi sposato contro la sua volontà con una feroce principessa proveniente dal regno dove comandano le donne. La loro è sostanzialmente la seconda coppia, e l’evoluzione del loro rapporto è molto godibile.
Ma in realtà occorrerebbe citare praticamente ogni attore, e sono una settantina: quasi tutti, fino alle comparse, hanno dato vita ai loro personaggi con vera maestria. Ho avuto qualche riserva sul secondo principe che, a tratti, mi è parso poco convincente, per poi però riscattarsi subito dopo con scene da brivido.
Costumi e ambientazioni sono veramente ben fatti e piacevoli alla vista. Si vede chiaramente che in questo comparto non si è proprio badato a spese! Anche la cinematografia è molto apprezzabile, i colori sono accesi e luminosi e i combattimenti, pur non eccessivamente numerosi, sono ben coreografati. Le musiche fanno tutto il loro dovere nel sottolineare i momenti più dolci o tragici. Ottimo lavoro.
Gli intrighi di palazzo per conservare il titolo di principe ereditario, o appropriarsene, sono abbastanza interessanti ma, in ossequio alla leggerezza di quella che resta pur sempre una commedia, non sono mai troppo feroci o tragici. I cattivi, al dunque, vengono sconfitti senza troppa difficoltà, anche perché, contrariamente all’idea che hanno di sé, non sono particolarmente furbi o intelligenti.
Quello che alla fine viene sconfitto, in una soluzione utopica della questione, è il vero nemico da combattere: il sistema pesantemente patriarcale che soffoca e uccide le donne. Sarebbe bello se fosse vero, ma purtroppo ci si deve accontentare del lieto fine di una commedia molto piacevole.
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Vui vẻ giữa tình bạn của những người phụ nữ.
Mình theo phim từ những ngày đầu và mãi khi phim kết thúc được một tuần, mình mới xem những tập cuối. Để có thể nhận xét về phim thì đó là mình nghĩ phim không cần đến 40 tập, khoảng 34 tập thôi là ổn rồi.Không khí của phim ban đầu là vui vẻ, hài hước nhưng cũng có những màn tranh đấu vương vị giữa anh em nhà họ Doãn. Kể từ khi Nhị thiếu chủ rớt đài là mình thấy phim không còn thú vị đến thế nữa và kết cục phim là cả nhà hạnh phúc cũng theo như đúng dự đoán của mình.
Ưu điểm:
- Không khí phim nhẹ nhàng, vui tươi, hài hước.
- Mối quan hệ phái nữ trong phim vô cùng gắn kết, mình cảm tưởng nếu họ có thật ngoài đời thì họ sẽ là những người chị em tốt của nhau.
- Phim cũng nhiều mùi bê đê nữa :)))
- Bối cảnh của phim cũng khá thú vị. Ban đầu nghe giới thiệu về chín xuyên thì hơi phức tạp nhưng phim lại giới thiệu tất cả các xuyên vô cùng khéo léo, giúp người xem có thể mường tượng ra được rõ nét về hình ảnh Cửu Xuyên.
Nhược điểm:
- Chem giữa nam nữ chính... Mình thấy không hấp dẫn đến vậy, ban đầu thì khá thú vị nhưng từ lúc Nguyên Anh bỏ đi, mình thấy hơi chán chán... Không có nhiều sự phát triển của Lý Vi với Doãn Tranh cho lắm.
- Câu chuyện giữa nhà anh ngũ với nhà anh ba còn hài hơn :)))
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