Somewhat Watchable, Somewhat Forgettable, Lucky to Show Up in 2024 - The Story of Pearl Girl [CC]

[@creamkookie5932]

Love Game is way too addictive - I was on the fence about it but after episode 7 i’m now unable to stop watching and my whole brain is filled with that show

[@Bbirongiee]

Just remember this is AvenueX’s channel so videos are about her personal opinion. Whether you gonna watch it or not it’s still up to you. What she dislikes maybe is good for you, or what she likes maybe you actually don’t like.. But on this drama I agree with her. I watched til eps 11, it felt so slow (eventho I do watch slow paced dramas like the story of minglan, which is one of my favorite drama), this one just doesn’t give me the will to continue watching. I loved zhao lusi in love like the galaxy and hidden love, but not just this one

[@fansizhe9997]

Well said!!! I agree with you 💯%!!!👍😍🙏🫰🏻🤝

[@knightcool7769]

Me too

[@Sunshine77075]

"Just remember this is AvenueX’s channel so videos are about her personal opinion. Whether you gonna watch it or not it’s still up to you." Exactly. A drama that somebody watch episode after episode with interest is a "good" one ....for that person, and a drama which is boring, is not, but an other person will think otherwise, simply because we are not attracted to the same same type of story, genre, actors, ect. It's really a matter of taste. Everyone has its own, and AvenueX is no exception.

[@Yaya88007]

@@Bbirongiee Totally agree on every aspect as well as Minglan too. One of my fav drama, rewatch value 100%

[@Bbirongiee]

@@Yaya88007I know righttttt. And Avenue had so much comments on The Story of Minglan, but I still love the drama a lot and I’m okay with that. You can’t force someone to like a certain thing to your liking

[@Budimichael]

I love love in eastern . Watching it in Netflix right now just after Miss X recommended it. Miss X is legit y’all.

[@a.rreh0613]

Not everyone who criticized a drama is a hater of the acrots. I love Lusi but I feel like she could’ve chosen a better drama!

[@fatty016_zls]

@@a.rreh0613 it's ok if you don't like the drama...but it also doesn't mean that if you don't like it every one feels the same too...just watch anything you like , drop if you don't and let other people watch anything that they want 😊 every other day there is a new release of drama out there btw😊

[@1happydew]

this drama is really good. The fact she chose it was a good decision.

[@sunayanisarkar3356]

​@@1happydewpeople have different opinions

[@1happydew]

@@sunayanisarkar3356 of course, we all are different. But many experts said exactly what I said.

[@sunayanisarkar3356]

@1happydew yea but that doesn't make passerby watchers opinion wrong

[@Epiccookie_m]

After begin a fan of Zhao Lusi for more than 5 years I’ve come to realize something about some of her overreacting fan base, that they can’t stand honest criticism of her work. I personally like her and I think she a good actress who still needs to put more effort into the character development. I’ve seen many of her works like “Oh my emperor” was my first then Mr. Ling, but my favorites are “Love like the galaxy” and “Who rules the world”. So far the actress is very beautiful and can actually act but in some cases she’s not getting it right. The story of the pearl girl was a bad writing and also the way they portrayed and directed characters. The only characters that really stands out are the female lead and the kid. I remember wishing in “the long balled” seeing the second couple work in another drama together as main leads, and honestly I would rather rewatch the long balled where Zhao lusi and him played in a romantic relationship with very good characters development. I agree with many topics that Avenuex said. I feel bad for the two main leads who took that drama. Especially the main lead even though he really is good which those kind of roles and he is a very good actor, he literally got criticized by those Zhao lusi “fans” that he isn’t handsome enough like Ryan Ding etc.

[@JorDanTan93]

All your points are always so spot on, especially about the not good writing

[@Yvonne-ll9jd]

This drama made me realize why I cannot enjoy Zhao lusi acting, no matter how much I love her real life personality. It’s so obvious that Lusi either doesn’t understand or try to understand the nuances of the character she is assigned to (in every role she has played so far including this one); she just act according to the script, where she needs to cry, she cries the same way she has done in every drama of hers, where she needs to act cute, she acts cute the exact same way, where she needs to smile, she smile the exact same way. And as a result, no matter how much she tries in those moments, she just ended up feeling like a caricature of a person instead of a real human being that could exist in real life. Like the way her character here was initially an overworked, abused, oppressed slave, but then not much later, she is seen laughing and smiling like a bright girl who was raised in a loving, caring environment with nothing much to worry for (u know the typical bright girl act Lusi put on in every drama). An actress who actually understand her character would never act like that. Naturally, those kind of abused people are very much hard to open up in their life and build a wall around themselves all the time, and it usually takes a really long time and many genuine love from others to become a carefree person again. (Like the mother character in Twinkling Watermelon) In the same way, if u compare her character in Hidden Love at her teenage years and then in her twenties, u will find no trace of growing up whatsoever because of the exact same way she plays it. (Compare it to female lead in Go Ahead where you can clearly see the difference. Or in Some Day or One Day.) People generally think of grand crying scene and miserable scene when they think of great acting, but those moments, without nuances of a character and great understanding and intelligent execution by a person portraying the role, are just technical aspects of acting and will never be able to make us believe that what we are seeing on screen is not an actress putting on an act, but rather a real breathing human being that exists or has existed at some point in time or place in universe.

[@Dillydally4059]

This is so true. The foundation of her characters are the same in every drama she’s done. The way she laughs, cries, and gets mad is the same most of the time. I’ve seen actors who are known to play the same kind of role over their career change the nuances of their characters so that it doesn’t get boring, but Lusi does not do that well enough. Even her aesthetic remains the same or similar in most of her shows, they’re not distinct. Once you notice this it’s really hard to not think about it as you watch her. I was a huge fan of hers for 3 years straight, following her daily updates and waking up early to watch her shows, but after a while you realize that you won’t be getting anything groundbreaking to watch. Her shows are unfortunately hit or misses. But she IS really funny so some of her dramas are really entertaining. Also, why is it so hard for drama makers to let’s their actors get dirty for a role. You can tell that even the dust on her face was placed for aesthetics. This problem is not specific for this drama or Lusi. 99% of shows make their actors look perfect ALL THE TIME and it gets old.

[@RabiaDini]

Omg this! Thank you I ve been saying this for years! Screaming crying throwing up with big expression doesnt equal to great acting. Someone who understands true acting is someone who can act out a character as a living breathing person that experience different phase as she progress through the journey you need to go by the logic of the character that you play and study her background and how she would react in a certain situations. I hate some fans that hype their faves to the sky for something ordinary

[@1happydew]

this is the first drama for what she received praise for her acting at a high level from ppl that really have a word to say in industry

[@Yvonne-ll9jd]

@@Dillydally4059 exactly… All actors and actresses have to draw from their life experiences to act, so the acting will be more or less the same in every drama unless they are playing two polar opposite characters (like the good naive one and the evil one). That’s why understanding the character they are supposed to portray is so important. It’s those nuances they add, those little behaviors and quirks they put in that are appropriate to the character, that makes each role different for the good actors.

[@Yvonne-ll9jd]

@@RabiaDini yess.. I mean, those grand display of emotions CAN be good acting as long as the rest of the performance is consistent with the logic and circumstances of the character just like you said. That’s why I love both macro-acting, the kind of acting you see getting nominated for Oscar, as well as micro-acting, the acting so subtle that it doesn’t even feel like acting but requires great skill nonetheless. But here, lusi seems to play two entirely different character: one is shy, demure, closed off and can’t-hold-eye-contact type of person and one is outgoing, bright, and easy-to-smile type of person at the same point in time and the latter totally goes against the character’s logic.

[@flaffy21]

I felt weird about how violent and cruel he was to her in the beginning, it was hard to watch. Then like 360 he’s so caring and tender and can’t stand for her to get hurt and spoils her. Then whiplash 360 back up cruel/mean and cold. I have to stop watching for awhile because the whole misunderstanding and pushing away to protect trope is driving me bonkers. I just can’t believe it. ….I will wait and see if I watch again after a few episodes pass by. I’m on episode 24 😅

[@TianaS-d8n]

Просто оцените причины такого поведения. Так как был убит лекарь, который мог бы спасти его от смертельного яда, ему осталось жить совсем немного. Он просто хотел, чтоб она закалилась и смогла существовать без него и его заботы и лучше , чтоб она его ненавидела, а не страдала от его смерти. Может быть придется пересмотреть некоторые серии, чтоб понять причины такого поведения, правильные его действия в Вашей точки зрения, были или нет. Эта дорама гораздо глубже чем бесчисленное количество легких не требующих раздумий о поведении героев дорам

[@flaffy21]

@@TianaS-d8n That’s a good point ❤️

[@Marguerite-wu3nw]

@@TianaS-d8n 👍👍👏👏

[@Pfsunshine-cu]

This is typical cdrama plot lines. Wash, rinse, and repeat. Rarely anything new just copy copy copy

[@artbymaree4680]

No don't revisit it cause they don't get a happy ending after losing everyone they loved. And after the trials in yangzhou

[@luxiascarlet6787]

I would actually like the 40 episodes for Love Game in Eastern Fantasy instead, which would give them more time to flesh out the plot too 😢😢😢

[@TianaS-d8n]

Странно, что Вы пишете на английском языке. Если бы, например в США 80% было бы таких сериалов, то киностудии вылетели бы в трубу. Можно посмотреть 10-20 таких дорам и будет совершенно ясно какой будет завершение дорамы, свадьбой, возвращением в современность одной или с героем

[@cookiescream548]

​@@TianaS-d8n same thing can be said about TSOPG. You get the heroine with a very sad background who's intelligent, strong, and everyone wants to bully. Then with the help of ML and others along her way, she grows. Singer appearance changed from poor humble girl to strong woman. Why are people saying that TSOPG is new story? Is just your typical femalecentric business trope. We've had ton of those already.

[@luxiascarlet6787]

@TianaS-d8n I don't understand what you meant in the 1st sentence. It's not just the ending that matters... the journey and how it gets there is important, or else why would anyone waste hours of their life watching a 30-40-episode drama, we watch it for character development, the story, the world and many more. If I just want to know the story or ending then I'll just read a summary or watch the last episode. Even the most predictable story can be interesting if the execution is done well. Technically, all love stories are the same, right? They meet, fall in love and then either have a happy or sad ending. But we watch to know the process: how they meet, how they fall in love, their journey towards the end, that's what interesting....

[@vaanshichauhan9868]

True, I felt sometimes that their relationship development is abrupt sometimes but still enjoying it

[@smiayane]

personally i already dropped it, i was so hyped to watch since i love both actors and i loved their chem in the long ballad but it was no what i expected. i hope a dream within a dream will be better

[@smiayane]

also i agree with the part where you said that the acting looks like acting, it is not so natural. you can tell that they are acting if you know what i mean

[@nicoleraheem1195]

I dropped it at episode 2😢. I really wanted to give it a try. I might pick it up again some other time and watch up until episode 10 to see if it gets better

[@apriljoy5754]

Saaame!!! I was soooo excited, only to drop it after 6 episodes 😢😅

[@libom4169]

​@@apriljoy5754don't lie yu shuxin fan

[@smiayane]

@@libom4169 bro i am not a fan of esther but you need to leave that girl alone lol nobody mentioned her but you are just obsessed with her

[@내사랑떡볶이-o3x]

im lusi fan myself but i agree 100% with every single point you made of this drama, but damn her fans always start war if anyone criticize her dramas😢

[@sheyanran508]

I am her fan and I’ve been attack by other fans of her as well because I gave an objective opinion of this drama.

[@DebraMcCoy-tm8qh]

@@sheyanran508 the problem is she has plenty of anti posts so her fans should only support. Sorry. If her fans don’t support her, who will?

[@sheyanran508]

@@DebraMcCoy-tm8qh I mean fans can support her but not to the point where that will hinder us to give a constructive review of her works and then be deemed as hater by other fans because of that. As a fan, we can support her as a person, but not blindly. Everyone has a different opinion, but we still should know who’s just really criticizing her for the sake of it and who’s giving constructive criticism. I am not saying all of her fans, but some other fans are blindly attacking just because one does not like this drama?

[@1happydew]

these days are so many ppl who pretend to be her fans and they arent...au contraire. Fans wont never say bad things about their fav's drama (which was already praised for its quality by experts, tv and film critics)

[@1happydew]

@@sheyanran508 you're not a fan. Stop pretending. Her acting in this drama is good, drama itself is good. I cant care less you dont like drama, it's your right to support or not an actress, to like a drama or not and I respet that, Just dont say you are fan

[@Yaya88007]

Im enjoying Love Game of Eastern Fantasy so much, Esther is choosing her drama very well and Ding Yuxi truly deserves his fame..... I wanted to love TSOTPG drama so much for Lu Yuning and I enjoyed some and was bored with some ... But I think this time LGOEF is the clear winner....

[@camillemajeauledoux3991]

AGREE!

[@GabiN-zo3vt]

I cannot wait for a new episod from "Love game..." to come up...although I am not a huge fan of the FL I enjoy the story so much...but in contrast ...I gave up TSOPG on episode14...I think I will see it to the end but on fast forward....😅

[@LeorDuTemps]

Can’t stand her voice. This actress is limited with idol drama

[@LINTJ123]

Yes this drama is really good.

[@eliclair2768]

I know you might not like Fangs of Fortune, but it brings so much humanity to the characters, their relationships, and the story that I feel has been missing from cdramas since the untamed. That alone makes it my favorite c-drama of the season, even if it's not perfect

[@juliewalsh7401]

I’m loving FoF too!

[@lotussong8294]

Also absolutely love FoF

[@christinewillson9408]

I love Fang of Fortune. I watch that besides Zhao LuSi. Easter Yu has annoying voice, I can't watch her "bat her eyes" childish acting (she's 27 or 28yo).

[@sarahharith]

hi there! i started watching Fangs of Fortune bc of your comment & i’m on ep 11 now. Loving & enjoying every episode it keeps getting better!!

[@alliebrat2402]

I love FOF too... Sooo much....Neo is just....wonderful and those eyes....but the ending 😢

[@lauraopper2571]

I live in the US so I guess I don't understand all the conflict between the viewers of the two dramas mentioned in the comments below. If I don't like a drama that one of the actresses is in, that doesn't mean I hate the actress, okay? And if a viewer doesn't like the voice or the appearance of an actor/actress, that's fine, but as far as I can tell there's no need to become personally insulting. If an actress is in a production and you don't like her looks or her voice, then don't watch the production. Problem solved! I don't think the two actresses mentioned here are in need of netizens to defend them, and I don't think they spend much time worrying about which netizens don't "like' them. So if you like SOPG, great! If you like LGIEF, great! if you like them both or neither one, great! Let's move on....

[@Hanaihom]

@@lauraopper2571 that's literally what I am saying 😂 people this days are so racist

[@shinyeee1709]

It’s more so that both female leads are super popular but one drama had an edge over the other so both fandoms are at it with each other. Does not help that they both previously had a drama that aired at the same time in past and Esther’s drama had an edge over Lusi’s drama (with both having each a popular ml).

[@Pfsunshine-cu]

@@shinyeee1709 childish

[@Temperancelee]

Welcome to the world of Chinese fandom! This is exactly what happened in the Chinese fandom culture.

[@Pfsunshine-cu]

@@Temperancelee what does that kind of behavior convey about the people engaging it and why is it acceptable? Actors get caught in the middle and some of them engage in self harm. The behavior needs to be dealt with in some way that has more impact. Otherwise of course it will continue if there are no consequences.

[@rosemaryng7994]

I gave up after eps 23. I think you are right. They had to make up so much stuffs to fill the length of the drama so the story stops making sense.😂

[@jamaaldatti9509]

I started TSOPG first then I clicked Love Game in Eastern Fantasy. OMG, i wished that day that i clicked the latter first. I couldn't immersed myself in Zhu Lian Yu Mu because something about it just felt superficial with no authenticity at all.

[@zz12567]

LGIEF es demasiado genial! Hasta ahora se ha vuelto mi drama estrella.

[@camillemajeauledoux3991]

I think I'm on Episode 20 of LGIEF, but it is already one of my all time favorites. It makes me laugh and cry (in a good way) in almost every episode. I just hope it doesn't self destruct in the last 5 episodes the way so many dramas do.

[@gianellab.4953]

I'm kind of amazed at how popular this drama (Love Game) is hahaha I tried watching it and gave up after 5min. Female actress acts and talks like a prepubescent girl, I can't stand it. But lucky you, at least you've got some entertainment these days!

[@khinsisthway_30]

@@gianellab.4953 oh first 5min is really not enough to judge whether the drama is good or bad. But I think this was not u r taste so U dropped it . Ppl have different opinions so 😊🎉

[@sheyanran508]

@@gianellab.4953because her character is of that?😅

[@Sunshine77075]

A drama that somebody watch episode after episode with interest is a "good" one ....for that person, and a drama which is boring, is "bad", but an other person will think otherwise, simply because we are not attracted to the same same type of story, genre, actors, ect. It's really a matter of taste. Everyone has its own, and AvenueX is no exception. :)

[@tntnio4829]

Love your assessment of this drama! I actually agree with everything you’re saying, lol!

[@sitimasamah7074]

I have high expectations for this drama, cause i like zhao lusi in "Love like the galaxy" and "the long ballad", ofcourse i like liu yunning too, they chemistry in the long ballad is good... But for this drama, sadly i dropped it till episode 9... Cause i watch "Love Game In Eastern Fantasy" at the same time, and cannot help but to compare these two dramas.

[@bestlyrics437]

Same, I mostly hate fast paced dramas but Love game in eastern fantasy really executes it well, like Ive already finished 24 eps today and I can deff say its one of the best cdramas that is airing rn

[@sylvanianmole]

it really picks up at ep 11 just start there tbh!

[@sitimasamah7074]

@@sylvanianmole okay... thank you, maybe i will check it again for the next couple of episodes.

[@AmberJan.]

@@sylvanianmole that's good to know.. I have watch 4 episodes so far and I am wondering when the good stuff kicks in.. so far I'm not impressed.

[@kaypats855]

I hope this takes down ZLS fandom a notch or two. One of the most bullying fandoms in cdramaland. Maybe this is karma for hating Liu Yuning as the ML. I remember how horrible her fans were to him during casting. Now theyre pretending they "love" their CP 🙄 please.

[@DyVv3221]

Sadly, I felt the same way about this drama. SOPG is an okay drama but nothing special besides the lead actor/actress 2nd collab. The drama is too slow & not enough for me to believe they're truly in love. There's nothing that makes me want to go back & rewatch.

[@GraceLama-j8w]

If u watch the trailer how ubwill know about the story....and how hard they have work in the drama....people doesn't want to know their hard work ...they only want a good result ..... u have a bad choice

[@pujiwahyu9627]

so other drama not work hard? Everyone in other drama work hard too. Dont underestimate another drama for ur pointless opinion when ur favorite drama got bad review

[@GraceLama-j8w]

@@pujiwahyu9627 shut ur fucking mouth .... i didn't said other drama don't work hard ....I thinking ur comments is fucking ....u doesn't read the comments properly... and trying to teach the things ....I knows every drama do hardworking in their drama ... and my point in this drama the actor and actress has really work hard ...If u don understand the comments please go n get some advice from elders ...Amy be they teach u how to read and understand

[@GraceLama-j8w]

@@pujiwahyu9627 kiddo first read the comments properly then ask me .....I didn't said other drama doesn't work hard in their drama .... n my word r pointless ,bcoz ur brainless ......plz shut ur fucking mouth who said they got a bad reviews....fst 👎 u doesn't understand my comment , go to the elder n learn something from them ....u need a good education .... God will always bless them ....hmm may be brainless kiddo doesn't understand what I said right

[@user-kr2pm5vm4x]

Thank you for your insightful feedback! You’re right that Duanwu appears too healthy for a pearl diver, but with the fantasy elements like mermaids, realism isn’t the main focus. Her portrayal highlights strength and beauty, aligning with the show’s emphasis on emotional depth and the extraordinary rather than realistic depictions of pearl diving. As for Yan Zijing, I think he kept his last name to preserve his connection to the Herloin family legacy, which holds sentimental value for him. It’s more about personal identity and pride in his heritage than a strategic move, showing his loyalty to his roots despite the risks.

[@Adonna2424]

I actually liked this and the actors until... SPOILERS THEY KILLED OFF EVERYONE! WHY??? GONNA BE BLUNT, WTF IS THE CHINESE OBSESSION WITH MURDERING EVERYONE WHEN A SHOW HAS AN OUNCE OF HAPPINESS??? DO YOU GUYS HATE HAPPY STORES?! AND THEN OF COURSE THERE'S A HUGE MISUNDERSTANDING THAT LEADS THE COUPLE TO HATE EACH OTHER! COME ON! GAH!! FK THIS I DROPPED IT! WORLD SUCKS ENOUGH AS IT IS!

[@dei6180]

I completely agree with you!! I watch Pearl Girl at x2 speed, while rewatching almost every moment of the Love Game in Eastern Fantasy. This is all because in LGIEF the actors play the characters like they are real people (especially Ding Yuxi, he plays Mu Sheng incredibly well)

[@l_a_u_y8916]

I dont know love game in eastern fantasy seems very slow to me

[@Hazardousgal]

​@@l_a_u_y8916 it's so fast paced honestly

[@nanonthinker4855]

​@@Hazardousgal i get what they meant. it is fast paced but at the same time slow to me, more accurately it did not arouse any kind of interest hence it felt slow. ofc i would sometimes smile bc of shuxin antics but the comedy wasnt for me, while many find it funny it is more like dry comedy which was not to my liking. as comparison, i had so much fun watching moonlight, it was fulfilling, enjoyable, funny, cute and i get all these sort kind of feelings but there were none for LGIEF. i was excited for the second collaboration and still love the collab even when i dont enjoy the show but now i desperately need that 3rd collab

[@DebraMcCoy-tm8qh]

@@nanonthinker4855 can’t get past episode 1 of LGIEF and I love Ding. One of my favorite ML but I just don’t like this drama. I love Fangs of Fortune and TSOPG. There’s a very few dramas I don’t like and I even like low quality dramas usually. What I’m saying is I’m not picky but for some reason I don’t like this particular drama.

[@nanonthinker4855]

@@DebraMcCoy-tm8qh yes both yuxi and shuxin are my ult too, especially was crazy for dyx during his moonlight era. idk about TSOPG bc I have yet to watch, was waiting for it to air on Netflix as I do not have youku subscription and too lazy to watch online. as for FOF.... I'm only watching cuz I wanna know what happen but that doesn't mean it's good to me. I have always hate guo jingming drama bc his writing sucks, he has good idea but always poor execution and pacing problem and FOF is no exception. as for this drama it's probably the writing but I'm not sure tho, bc it's the same writer as LBFAD and I don't find the comedy funny either, it wasn't bad but it was not really to my liking either, but it does have it's enjoyable moment

[@angelxxsin]

Inb4 enraged fans keep repeating that AvenueX loves Yu Shuxin and hates Zhao Lusi despite AvenueX liking A Romance of Tiger and Rose and giving My Journey to You a rating of 1 land mine.

[@libom4169]

Yah we know she like Yu Shuxin....so be happy

[@angelxxsin]

@@libom4169 Objectively speaking Love Game in Eastern Fantasy is doing a lot better in China than this one so AvenueX's opinion is pretty consistent with the general consensus about this drama. I don't care about either actress but that's just the truth. Fans need to grow a thicker skin.

[@ruririnn]

Yeah zls fans are always like that. Funny because I think fans represent their idol and them acting like this just makes people dislike zls. Sure, all fandoms have irrational fans but her fans are always hating on everyone and attacking Yu Shuxin even when Zhao Lusi isn't mentioned lol.

[@libom4169]

@@ruririnn it's my opening...what a m seeing...

[@TianaS-d8n]

Совершенная неправда, мне нравится Чжао Лусы, но я не ее фанат. Но мне странно как многие китайские зрители ненавидят ее. Ее каждый шаг, каждое изменение внешности, каждый наряд , каждое взаимоотношение с коллегами рассматривается под микроскопом. То она толстая, то она худая, то она сделала пластику, то она встречается одновременно с несколькими актерами. Как она это выдерживает, удивляюсь

[@BeeCh-r2h]

I’m glad I don’t analyze when watching, I just enjoy watching for fun. lol 😂

[@user-kr2pm5vm4x]

Thank you for your feedback it’s insightful and on point. You’re right that Duan wu appears too healthy for someone who spends her days diving for pearls, but with the fantasy elements in the series, like mermaids, realism isn’t the focus. Duan wu’s portrayal is meant to highlight her beauty and strength, which aligns with the show’s emphasis on emotional depth and the extraordinary, rather than a realistic depiction of the harsh life of a pearl diver. It’s about showcasing resilience and fantasy, not aiming for strict realism, although some touches of realism would make the series chef’s kiss, is ok to appreciate for what it is.

[@jw-729]

Lol the characters in the 'game' drama feels like real characters while the characters 'real' drama feels like NPCs. I stopped giving hope to Zhao Lusi's drama. I feel in her recent works, she has been consistently bringing down the acting ability of the ML. I don't feel depth in most of her roles anymore.

[@1happydew]

maybe you cant or you dont want to

[@lolamontez5477]

You are right with this observation.. the male leads look like supporting characters in her dramas somehow..

[@1happydew]

@@lolamontez5477 coz almost all her dramas are female-centered. This obsv is kinda weird in the context one of her black draft is her success is due of her ML. You guys, suddenly changed the narrative and it's really funny to read your comments

[@mbtife]

Reading the comments to see people's opinions just to find a bunch of people attacking yu shuxin when this has nothing to do with her lol. This just proves that if you can't defend you side attack a dif side bcs you clearly have nothing to say. Funny how I saw people on tiktok doing the same thing and they even said that shuxin's father is blocking other dramas for his girl when people are just loving her drama more. 😂😂😂

[@user-bo1lp7nr5o]

Yk ppl are always jealous when someone else is receiving more fave compared to their faves. As a fan of neither both actress, I think they both are pretty average but yu shuxin can be called a little better because she can really liven up the character given to her and her crying is alot better as for zhou I think she's pretty decent to started watching tsopg but stopped at ep 3 the story was not my cup of tea and was boring. Loved her at hidden love tho but still her acting was not something how her fan describes mostly watched it because of her chemistry w the ml

[@troll1321]

​@@user-bo1lp7nr5o😅 Her chemistry with her male leads are lacking honestly. I liked her that one guy in the Modern drama, Hidden Love(?) And there was this chef one that she was in that the chemistry was quite good. Also the Tiger and Rose drama, great chemistry. Her male leads have been really dry lately though.

[@weilingaby3029]

nail in the coffin - they are not the characters in the drama; they're trying very hard to play the characters in the drama. It's a good drama but not a "wow" drama.

[@milkyway_789]

I tried out both Pearl Girl and Love Games at the same time and ditched Pearl Girl half way in Episode 1. I feel the fl's emotional delivery lacking when she was attacked and the underwater scene unrealistic for a slave girl diving for pearl. Instead of getting the job done as quickly as possible, she seems to leisurely swim around without a care in the world. For now, Love Games and Fangs of Fortune still hold my interest, I'll watch both dramas till the end.

[@TianaS-d8n]

Вы наверное не обратили внимание как на ферме тренировали ныряльщиков погружением в воду и держанием их под водой до приостановки дыхания. Так что объем легких позволял им плавать долго под водой

[@Sara-c3c6m]

She told in a bts that under water she felt actually safe and free. Thats why she wanted to emphasize that part. Out of the water she was kept as a slave. Maybe im weird but I totally get it. We as humans always look for hope.

[@milkyway_789]

@TianaS-d8n Yes I did see that part and I've also watched documentary about women who dive for pearl before. Regardless of their lung capacity, they treat it as a job and focus on finding as many pearls as possible in the time they were under water. I'd assume a slave girl would have some kind of quota also and cannot afford to swim around leisurely. That's just my opinion of course.

[@Sara-c3c6m]

@@milkyway_789 yeah I get what you mean

[@Marguerite-wu3nw]

Oh, come on!! Usually goes like this ... There is a novel and an adaptation of this novel. Logically ....every character should be dead within 2 episodes but we are... dealing here with "pure fantasy" The vision of the film director was different from yours. No drama if don't like it...

[@Sara-c3c6m]

I really like it. Im into strong fl characters who are flawed and show growth. I love how Liu luning played the role. Their chemistry is chefs kiss, strong femine energy meets strong masculine energy. I think its a high quality production.

[@Adonna2424]

I liked it until ep 17....

[@Sara-c3c6m]

@Adonna2424 it will get better, they will meet again

[@Adonna2424]

@@Sara-c3c6m oh no I KNOW how this troupe is going to go down, I'm just REALLY sick of it. The world already sucks, why make us depressed watching these troupes.

[@Sara-c3c6m]

@@Adonna2424 yeah then its not for you at the moment

[@BubbleWalter]

​@@Adonna2424girl no one forced you to watch. 🤨

[@borneoorchid]

I tried hard to watch this drama but my heart was not captivated. Now I know why: they are acting like NPC’s. Trust Avenue X to diagnose it for us. I am a fan of Liu Yuning as a singer - he has that unique voice that brings all the emotions. As a male lead, certain dramas require an "eye candy" hero and unfortunately, he is like the guy living next door..😅

[@margaretaltink7152]

You are so spot on with your review of the" Pearl girl". I have given up at the 18 episode, it became boring, repetitive and predictable. I wish these Chinese dramas would be shorter, without what I call filler stories, and more like the Korean dramas.

[@jonestacara]

They wouldn’t be chinese dramas if they are just like Korean dramas. I would prefer they take their time developing good story plots instead of just pushing out dramas

[@Ayra_34]

​@@jonestacara Even if there is, there is censorship that can take away a good part of what was developed. Just like with until the end of the moon, the dramas before were long and had time, today now only up to 40 eps are allowed, with a specific time..

[@shandeleen]

I'm a fan of Lusi but I stopped watching because I felt it was too slow and decided to binge watch LGiRF instead, and I already caught up to the latest episodes. EDIT: Just finished LGiRF and I felt like the series could have more episodes because I felt the ending was a bit too rushed. But overall, I enjoyed the friendship and chemistry of the whole cast.

[@1happydew]

nobody believes that. LOL

[@libom4169]

You are not a lusi fan...you are a YuShuxin fan..don't lie

[@vanessaallison1658]

Same girl!!! SAME. I was surprised because I didn't want to say it was boring but I just wasn't feeling it so I went to watch LGiEF and it was surprisingly better I was shocked. I caught up with all the episodes but I have gone back to SOPG and I'm trying to get through it. Fingers crossed 🤞 it starts to give sparks soon.

[@khinsisthway_30]

I understand ya. I watched so many drama before coz my fav actors and actress are in it but if the story can’t make me into it , I drop them. I am a fan of both Lusi and Yu shuxin tbh I love Lusi more 🫣. But Pearl girl is just not for me and also Chinese paladins 6 is not for me too I drop them 🙂‍↔️😅 haha. Love Game is doing so well 🎉❤ happy for XinXin and Yuxi

[@shandeleen]

@@1happydew This is what they mean when they say Lu Si has "some" toxic fans. Does liking Esther's drama mean I'm no longer Lu si's fan? LOL. You guys are so toxic. Just so you know I liked Love like the Galaxy better than Love Beween Fairy and Devil, and I also like Romance between Tiger & Rose a little bit better than LGiRF. The problem is not the acting but the "script" of the drama itself. Learn to separate the actors from the drama! Please understand that it's possible to like "both" actresses and dislike some of their dramas. It's about the drama, not the actor!

[@Hanaihom]

I didn't watched pearl girl yet so i won't say anything about it.. But to those who are bashing on esther yu's voice then you are so biased cause zhao lusi have the same voice as esther and esther's is like this since i have known her it's almost 7years i didn't saw her faking her personality yeah she repeat same kinda role in her drama but that's also fits her even if she do that immature act it's not cringe at all. And the love game in eastern fantasy is not only about mainlead traveling through novel it's much more than that 🤌 their is friendship trust revenge love it's amazing plus those who saying esther is acting cringe lemme tell you it's ling miomiao's character who give light to thise drama. Also everyone have opinions so if you don't like this just skip no one is forcing you to watch this video and commenting down here "she love yushi and hates lusi" it's literally her opinion weather she like the acting or not and here she probably talking about the "character and "acting " not "actors" clean your ears and stop fighting like crazy peeps watch whatever you all like just leave lusi and yushi alone

[@oumarroukia254]

That’s not true, the only time lusi “babied” her voice was in LLTG and Hidden love. She actually got quite the rough yet soft voice.

[@agy7446]

This is cap as a newcomer in the c drama scene, lusi does have a bit of a high pitched voice but I noticed that it was only used for ther child hush dramas like hidden love.. esther sounds like that on a regular it seems and it’s jarring

[@Hanaihom]

Still she got that high picthed voice ain't talking about her dramas lusi speak in high picthed voice irl life too that's what I am talking about so hating esther for her voice is unnecessary hope you understand what I mean

[@Hanaihom]

Better read my comment carefully I didn't said anything bad about lusi and hopefully you'll stop speaking bad about esther too, leave them the way they are both are amazing actress even with that voice that's all if you don't like esther than don't watch her drama no need to hate

[@oumarroukia254]

@@HanaihomNobody brought Esther into this but you, you started this and we haven’t been hating? Their voices are clearly different, go and listen to both interviews and you will see that her lltg or hidden love voices are not how lusi usually talk. That’s all I have been saying for the beginning.

[@2natrix]

I dropped it at the misunderstanding plot and the tortured ML pushing the FL away to protect her like brother can weeee moooveeee oooonnn...... Are there no other tropes left to use? Do we have to keep doing this?

[@sanaslittlestudio]

I loved watching the drama❤ .don’t understand why people are hating on it 😕 It’s the best Chinese traditional drama I’ve watched though I haven’t watched many. I liked that the characters weren’t playing dumb. Especially loved zhao lusi’s character “Duan Wu “for how strong and courageous she was unlike most fl characters in historical dramas.

[@Terri85]

Why so many ZLS fans think Avenuex been dislike ZLS while actually shes always review ZLS's dramas? you know what,Avenuex will even bother to watch but saying that drama its not good than shes will even bother to give fair promotions in her channel ..as simple as its right? I know shes actually been bias for some actors/actress because i always see shes did review on dramas that actors/actress shes likes its the reason why all those drama shes review mostly are the same names of actors /actress and actually ZLS names alwys been name it in her channel ..so what you feel bother about ?why ZLS's fans always so agrresive, in this world not everybodies has same opinion,dont they?,shes give reviews on her opinion some agrees some not its just the reactions ..as i myself belived hers reviews were can be my guide on watching cdramas that the reason i watched her too ..shes just did what shes has to do so ..as viewer i just taken something i agree with and eventually i grow to like what shes review in her drama since i belived her reviews can be objective as something shes has knowledge and as women with principles of what isnt right or wrong #sorryformymessy english

[@efemeral]

Zhao Lusi herself frequently said that It's okay to be criticized so she can take it as a lesson to improve. I have been a fan of her since her drama with xiao zhan, and I have seen her improvement in acting and many aspects that are related to her career. I am also watching this drama and am happy to see her challenging herself to take various characters, but I agree with AvenueX at some point. Although I see the bts that yuning and lusi are actively giving their own ideas into the acts but still the directing aspects took a lot of part of some hit and miss in this drama. But overall, I am personally still enjoying this one along with shuxin and yuxi drama ❤

[@LuArielLor]

I was excited about it, but once I started the show on episode 1, I could already tell I wouldn't enjoy it. I got to episode 8 and realized I couldn't go back knowing there are 40 episodes. As you've mentioned, it's not bad, but it's not memorable either. It feels like a cookie-cutter idol period drama. The setup of the story, characters, and acting does not come off as spectacular and don't pull me in either. Also, really agree with that one girl who feels like she's overacting. It was offputting for me to watch since I think it was my first time seeing her

[@apriljoy5754]

Also dropped it at episode 8! Could not go back😢😂

[@libom4169]

​@@apriljoy5754 Any way u are YuShuxin fan...

[@apriljoy5754]

This is the first time I agree with you! I was super excited for this, only to be EXTREMELY disappointed. Edit: Yaaas!! The surname thing was so annoying. He was clearly buying all the pearls for "no reason." A person with 2 brain cells could put 2 and 2 together‼️

[@sepalikafoo7317]

I enjoyed the drama as i do not compare and just watch and enjoy it during my free time. I do not watch to criticise so i guess I am fine with the beautiful shorts of her under water . It’s a drama after all for entertainment … The sets are beautiful and the chemistry between the leads are good. ZLS acting has improved for sure. Pearl is so much better than many other shows out there and I love the sets. I disagree for example than the male lead should choose another name, it is consistent with his character that he should use his surname as revenge and family pride is what he lives for. Not the best I have watched but certainly watchable and above average and i appreciate all the effort put by the production team into this drama.

[@KagomeYasha023]

I’m confused why you’re watching a channel that critiques dramas then

[@sepalikafoo7317]

@ I am a fan of hers but that does not mean I agree with all her views. 😜

[@sepalikafoo7317]

@ I am a fan of hers but that does not mean I agree with all her views. 😜

[@wisehead1830]

Yes in watching the entire drama you see the characters are consistent with steady improvement.

[@lsbbbuv]

Thank you for the review. ❤❤ Now let Lusi fans sulk.😂 They're quite sour down here. Bashing AvenueX and another actress when their idol didn't get the pass. Storyline wise Love Game EF is complexed and for people with brain. PG requires you to dump all your brain cells in a bucket to watch. As a long time cdrama watcher for decades, it has so many of the old plots that the audience hate.

[@Kireina2020]

I was so looking forward to watch TSOPG since I'd like to see both ZL n LY played main role together but got dissapointed after several episodes. It just didnt make me having a goose bump to wait for the next episode. I felt dissappointed because I really like LY. I feel like Zhao Lusi always didnt bring out the best of any ML she plyaed with. She seemed to focus only on bringing out the best for her own character as a main character. She only played her role well in the Long Ballad. I hope she's going to paly in a better role

[@wisehead1830]

I actually liked this drama quite a bit. I didn't feel like the actors were insincere in fact I felt the sincerity throughout. A lot of things attributed to acting in this video stemmed more from a writing or direction standpoint and I agree this drama definitely had it's weak points and dragged in some scenes (could have done with less episodes to tighten the story) but overall very watchable with genuinely good moments. This is one of Zhao Lusi's most solid acting performances (been watching her for a while now I can acknowledge when she is good and when she is not). I think of the 'idol actresses' she dedicates herself to the role in a way that's admirable.In my opinion, several things were done well including the set design/visuals, the costuming, certain plot points (if you watch the second half you would see the twist which I really didn't see coming). I liked the route they took in the 'revenge arc' with it erring more so on the side of justice. And how the main characters experienced personal growth. She wasn't turned into this trite girlboss character, she tried and failed, she learned to lean on others while pursuing the things important to her- a good self-exploration/character arc/evolution. I feel like the drama is being sold short in those aspects that so many others fail to do. For what it is-an idol drama- it was very grounded with a layer of depth and I appreciate that.

[@gokuson2778]

The story could have been better executed. For example in 1 episode we see Duanwu coming out of the fire rubbles looking pristine, burn her friend on a pyre. We are to believe that she did all that by her tiny self. We then see her crossing the desert and other lands with no protection or water, snowing land to end up at an inn, not looking dirty or exhausted then she save another friend from rapists. I had to laugh at this. I also did found myself not even feeling sad for any of the so-called suffering they have experience in the drama. And yes,the actors are just playing not embracing their character at all. No effort is made in time of acting

[@Marguerite-wu3nw]

Don't blame the actors ....blame the film directors.

[@appleish5043]

@@Marguerite-wu3nwwe blamed both 🤣

[@kaypats855]

The first scene itself in episode 1 is so out of place. All the other slaves have their hair up and wearing loose clothing. And ZLS has her long locks out and tight fitting slave clothes. I immediately laughed 😂

[@juliewalsh7401]

@@kaypats855exactly what I was thinking! Anyone with a physically demanding job has their hair pulled out of their face! As an avid snorkeler(I live in the Caribbean) if my hair is in my face I can’t see. 😂😂😂

[@carolinaalvarez5709]

People in the comments hating on avenue x for speaking facts, I’m sorry if your favorite actress’s drama is not so good, you don’t have to hate the reactors for it, is not their fault, most of the comments agree that is a boring drama.

[@hanyscats7187]

well, so far, im not really seeing any comments hating the Channel, if there are maybe just so few. Most of the comments Im reading are agreeing with the reviewer. what are you talking about?

[@liezeloktober-lm8hw]

What facts? Some people like their coffee black without sugar and others with milk or cream. This woman criticizes dramas based on her palette and so do all who agree with her. So if I criticize her or her taste in dramas, are we not all square?

[@carolinaalvarez5709]

@@liezeloktober-lm8hw when many people agree that something is not so good or bad it becomes a fact

[@tastethatvenom710]

The Pearl Girl Story series is highly acclaimed by members of the Chinese film industry! The historical drama “The Pearl Girl Story” produced by Youku and first aired on November 1st has not only attracted the attention of enthusiastic audiences, but also received high praise from industry experts. At a screening event attended by experts from the film and television industry, there was a unanimous agreement that “The Pearl Girl Story” uses realistic creative techniques to depict the growth of a female protagonist, and seamlessly blends fantasy and cultural elements. The series delves into China’s ancient Silk Road and the cultural heritage of pearls and other treasures. It is worth noting that the series skillfully combines elements of female growth, revenge, business and romance, providing new creative inspiration and a new approach to break away from the formula of repetitive historical dramas. Evaluated by: •cctv . • Dr. Guan Ling, Director of Broadcast Research Institute of Communication University of China • Lu Jianning, Professor of Communication University of China • Yang Hui, Professor of Cultural Industry Department of Arts and Culture University • Tian Weigang, Professor and PhD Supervisor of Communication University of China • Ping Kan, Lecturer of Arts and Media College of Beijing Film and Television Industry Supervision • Li Yuxin, Editor-in-Chief and Professor of Arts Committee of China Television • Dai Cheng, Professor of Drama, Film and Television College of Communication University of China and Secretary-General of Audiovisual Committee of China Literary Critics Association • Yang Hui, Professor of Cultural Industry Department. Literature, Arts and Culture University • Guan Ling, Director of Broadcast Research Institute of Communication University of China and PhD Supervisor • Tian Weigang, Professor and PhD Supervisor of Communication University of China • Lu Jianning, Professor of Communication University of China • Ping Kan, Lecturer of Arts and Media College of Beijing Film and Television Industry Editor-in-Chief.

[@KagomeYasha023]

@@hanyscats7187 a lot of them got reported or KZbin censorship nabbed them I believe cause I saw a bunch and when I refreshed a bunch more then I refreshed again and disappeared.

[@Strawhattty]

Aveneux is my favorite place ❤ hope toxic fans or actor/actress-obsessed “cults” get away from here and keep it sane and healthy environment as it’s always 😇

[@liezeloktober-lm8hw]

I think this woman is toxic. That's my opinion so we are all good

[@Leona7295]

​@@liezeloktober-lm8hw whom are you referring that is toxic?

[@sonievkay]

im watching this and Love in eastern fantasy. i love lusi so i did enjoyed in for the first 14 episodes…i say 14 cuase i haven’t got back to watching it cus i lost a little bit of interest in it. but ill pick it back up when i feel like it. im enjoying love in eastern fantasy more though and i which it was more than 32 episodes!!

[@LAartist2015]

There is no chemistry between these two actors, Luci and male actor and the story is slow and boring. I stopped watching after the 8th or so episode. It’s a waste of money and time. Yikes! But in the meantime, I am enjoying and being entertained so far by a much lighter drama Love Game…which is fun to watch and the pacing and acting is on point to the webtoon/novel...your points are very much agreeable.

[@fosfow]

Although I personally like zhao lusi.and I find her so cute and adorable, I couldn't continue watching TSOPG. They just try too hard to pass her "a strong smart righteous brave and pretty", girl..it was uncomfortable to watch. Her character in Love like Galaxy was somewhat similar but didn't feel forced and loved her so much there. And TSOPG is boring. In contrast, I totally got hooked after watching LGIEF after watching 1 episode. I became a sort of fan of DYX after Melody of Golden Age and TROTAR, so I was gonna watch LGIEF even though I did not like YSX's acting style and voice. But she really impressed me this time. I thoroughly enjoy LGIEF. Not a single boring episode

[@TiaraTi-n8z]

I had high hopes for this drama but same i was so disappointed, and the misunderstanding doesn't make any sense too, bcs the fl is described as a smart person who can easily tell that what happened exactly. Also the acting is sooooo fake, it screams look at me I'm acting 😭

[@GraceLama-j8w]

Spoiler......if you don't enjoy...then fuckup dude ....this is such a great drama

[@LueXiong10]

About 10 episodes in and what I can say is there’s A LOT going on to where I catch myself forwarding at times. Don’t know if I’ll keep watching.

[@yo-dy2sk]

Strangely enough i liked the story better before they got together. Like i wasn't really repulsed by how he treated her in the beginning because i didn't care about the romance part. What interested me was both of their development as people. She's struggling to make a life for herself while protecting the boy she cares for as a little brother. She doesn't simply lament her situation and cry about it, instead she actually actively tries to improve her life. The ml is seeking revenge for his family and we can see how other Crew members respect him which hints at how he's not necessarily a terrible person... Basically the story of their development as individuals is what made me gravitate towards this drama. But then as they got together, the focus started to shift more towards the romance part and the tropes that followed. Don't get me wrong, I love romance. But, it has to be well done without any unnecessary plot points that completely disregard the personalities that we've previously built up for the characters. I wouldn't necessarily say it's a bad or boring drama as I thoroughly enjoyed the first part but I'm not sure if I would finish it tho.

[@Xhachie]

We can all say that most people are not into serious dramas and we have different taste and feelings, so if you like the other drama well i like tsopg drama, also im not the typical person who bring down others just to lift up their faves.

[@cookiescream548]

But tsopg is not even serious. It tries to sell it as serious drama, but it's just another mary sue cliché tropes idol costume drama.

[@tastethatvenom710]

@@cookiescream548 The Pearl Girl Story series is highly acclaimed by members of the Chinese film industry! The historical drama “The Pearl Girl Story” produced by Youku and first aired on November 1st has not only attracted the attention of enthusiastic audiences, but also received high praise from industry experts. At a screening event attended by experts from the film and television industry, there was a unanimous agreement that “The Pearl Girl Story” uses realistic creative techniques to depict the growth of a female protagonist, and seamlessly blends fantasy and cultural elements. The series delves into China’s ancient Silk Road and the cultural heritage of pearls and other treasures. It is worth noting that the series skillfully combines elements of female growth, revenge, business and romance, providing new creative inspiration and a new approach to break away from the formula of repetitive historical dramas. Evaluated by: •cctv . • Dr. Guan Ling, Director of Broadcast Research Institute of Communication University of China • Lu Jianning, Professor of Communication University of China • Yang Hui, Professor of Cultural Industry Department of Arts and Culture University • Tian Weigang, Professor and PhD Supervisor of Communication University of China • Ping Kan, Lecturer of Arts and Media College of Beijing Film and Television Industry Supervision • Li Yuxin, Editor-in-Chief and Professor of Arts Committee of China Television • Dai Cheng, Professor of Drama, Film and Television College of Communication University of China and Secretary-General of Audiovisual Committee of China Literary Critics Association • Yang Hui, Professor of Cultural Industry Department. Literature, Arts and Culture University • Guan Ling, Director of Broadcast Research Institute of Communication University of China and PhD Supervisor • Tian Weigang, Professor and PhD Supervisor of Communication University of China • Lu Jianning, Professor of Communication University of China • Ping Kan, Lecturer of Arts and Media College of Beijing Film and Television Industry Editor-in-Chief.

[@KagomeYasha023]

Critiquing isn’t bringing someone down it actually helps people to become better. Mindless worship and praise doesn’t help anyone.

[@LatifahThabit-i4k]

Your opinion is not what everyone thinks don't force us to criticise because u do To me its very interesting and worrhy​@@KagomeYasha023

[@meiroeveryday]

I feel ZLS is spread so thin these days. Her best acting for me was when her drama with Leo Wu and Yang Yang.

[@huesoo9827]

I agree that some of this story details doesn’t make logical sense. If the screen writers worked a little harder at writing a good script, this story would be so much better instead of dumbing the audience down. I love the main leads here (Lui Yu Ning and Zhao Lu Si) more than Ester Yu and Ding Yu Xì but find that I am more interested in watching Love game in eastern fantasy because of the better execution of story and acting. Hoping for better stories with the LYN in the future.

[@apriljoy5754]

This is me as well!! So disappointing

[@libom4169]

​@@apriljoy5754 extremely u are disappointed...because u are YuShuxin fun

[@Ayra_34]

I didn't understand the comparison of the people, they are different dramas, with different proposals.. I don't like historical drama, but even if the story is good it's even understandable the pace.. But it depends on personal taste

[@Marguerite-wu3nw]

100%!

[@GodIsGood-sz8xt]

I feel sad for Zhao Lusi's new movie, but I also am excited that Yu Shuxin's work gets acknowledge. Yu Shuxin has grown by leaps and bounds in her acting starting with My Journey To You. Im glad she's finally getting what she deserves. She has great chemistry with Ding Yuxi, Zhang Linghe, Zhang Binbin and Dylan Wang. I had so much fun with the movie with Mike Angelo. I need to see her with Lingye.❤

[@jamaaldatti9509]

After everlasting blossoming boredom of 2024 since beginning of the year it finally withers! I am really enjoying this November to the utmost, C-dramaland is boring without fandoms trying to tear each others throats😂😂😂, and some sort of gossip, but only if you're here to enjoy the good dramas, lmao. If you're with me, gan bei 🥂!

[@candicedavidson1479]

The ending made me sad 😢 wish they saved him

[@ini2686]

2024 CDRAMA = 💩💩💩 The Story of Pearl Girl = I thought the script was written in a very boring way for such an exciting subject matter, and the characters were unappealing and very boring. Love Game in Eastern Fantasy = It was interesting at first, but I lost interest towards the end. In conclusion, I gave up on both. I think both my standards are worse than expected.

[@C3N9Y]

I dropped it,it just seems really slow,even while watching with 2x speed

[@BubbleWalter]

this drama is the best that I've watched so far this year. the plot is also not your typical romance and palace drama in kdramas. the slave and merchant pairing sold me. the fl is also empowering. how i wish i had duanwu's courage lmao, who always takes risk and is confident in everything. it was just sad reading comments criticizing the actresses' acting skills, some are even saying that she did not make a good decision choosing this drama. wow! as a contrary, i am delighted she believed in this role and she really took this seriously to another level. it's like she is leaving a space in herself for this character. she is not only good at expressing big emotions but she can also express subtlety! I'm usually into western and kdramas, but this drama encouraged me to check other cdramas too. but it's quite upsetting seeing these comments. i think you cannot really please everyone. if some people decided to hate you, then they will always hate and will always say things bad about you no matter what you do.

[@yekaterinakircan6268]

Thank you, you are saving my time!

[@megajeon940]

I went here after dropping it at episode 5. Just want to check if it's not only me hahahah!

[@Nan-ni4do]

Oh, finally. I am so waiting for this. I only see people praising it while i cannot continue after 4 episodes even though i completely adore Ningge. Writing is just crappy.

[@29mehak]

there's a lot of boring stuff in this drama. maybe if it were written down to 16 or 20 episodes by removing all the filler boring scenes i probably would've enjoyed watching it... i just watched it for Lusi because i love her acting so much and didn't wanna miss any of her work i will drop it now tho

[@lolamontez5477]

I agree with your observations.. being a fan of Zhao Lusi (loved her drama hidden love) I was very much looking forward to this drama.. and after the very interesting start it fell really off. Maybe it‘s only me but I don’t see the so often praised chemistry with ML.. the romantic scenes fell so off and unnatural.. regarding the story.. it‘s so flat and foreseeable and as you said nothing that makes one to wait eagerly the next episode.. stopped watching at episode 18.. currently enjoying Love Games in Eastern Fantasy and Fangs of Fortune (maybe you want to give a try with this one again 😀). Btw: I see people gushing over Zhao Lusi and hating Esther Yu.. if you ask me Esther does a better job with adapting to her current role and showing more facets than ZL and this in a very charming way..

[@bapyongukgukguk2352]

Both are limited actresses sorry not sorry.

[@Sara-c3c6m]

I dont understand why the comparison. They are both succesfull in what they do in their own way. I dont get the rankings and stuff

[@lolamontez5477]

@ why not? As an audience we are allowed to say what we like or not.. we are here to hear a review and share opinions. it’s more than natural to compare both shows as they are aired at the same time. We are exchanging our perceptions (without offending anyone, of course) If every critics would only praise and not compare how should any improvement start. So in your opinion we should only say both are equally good and both shows are good.. everybody is only good..

[@Sara-c3c6m]

@@lolamontez5477 no thats not what I mean. But I think in entertainment they put stars against each other. The shows are different genres so I really dont get it

[@oumarroukia254]

Lol

[@agiedeangel]

Think that in the year 1678, when people were sold, women weren't to do business, especially in the jewellery industry.

[@agungsuryo5395]

I don't see the chemistry between main couple. That's make the drama so bland that I have to use 1.5 speed to watch and stop at ep 20. Can't bear the male lead acting, but he's trying so hard. I appreciate that. The sparkle isn't there. Male lead looks like noble prince who go down to experience things rather than be experienced business man. Female lead doesn't seem grow up to be sl.ave but a brave young lady who got unlucky and abducted to become sl.ave. The production looks a little bit low budget. Not talking about cinematic effect, but clothes. For government ppl (the leader who wear green outfit) looks like wearing same material with commoner clothes it's odd. Same with second male lead outfit, it looks thin and tangled. I feel like the ml and fl can be friend, not lovers. It seems forced for the sake of story, rather than nature take it's course. Sure they experience hardship so they feel relatable and comfortable to each other, but not to the point where it become deeper bond for love. A big weakness for drama is where I can't feel the chemistry between ml and fl apart from story. That took my 3/4 will to continue watch the drama. Not just this one but others too

[@lolamontez5477]

Same here.. I didn’t get the chemistry.. they don’t click together in this drama (my opinion).

[@kaikei1013]

It's typical trashy idol drama slop that tries so hard to be serious and realistic.

[@Sara-c3c6m]

Why is it trashy? I get the idol part but i cant see the trashiness

[@kaikei1013]

@@Sara-c3c6m trashy as in the overall quality of the drama (especially the writing and acting) is pretty bad.

[@zz12567]

Por el momento no tengo una opinión respecto de TSOPG pero el drama que hasta ahora está siendo de mis favoritos y que realmente me ha sorprendido es Love Game of Eastern Fantasy, en lo personal, Esther Yu no es ni de cerca una de mis actrices favoritas ya que él único trabajo de ella que capturó mi atención fue Love Between Fairy and Devil, luego cuando salió el trailer de a Journey To You me pareció tan genial verla actuar en un papel distinto, sin embargo el final fue desastrozo, aún así destaco mucho su actuación en ese drama en específico. En cuanto a su nuevo drama, estoy demasiado feliz, me ha encantado el trabajo de cada uno de los actores, y me parece genial que solo tenga 32 capítulos, la química entre Esther y Yuxi está en el punto. Volviendo a TSOPG de verdad que tengo muchas expectativa ya que Lusi es una de mis actrices favoritas, lo único que sí me preocupa es la cantidad de reviews decepcionantes respecto de este cdrama.

[@Ayra_34]

Yes, it is a meaningless comparison. Because they are different dramas with different proposals.

[@Fercousion]

赵露思在长安行的演技其实还可以的，但是，不知道为什么，除了长安行的戏我看的下去，其他有她主演的我都看了5-10集就看不下去了。 可能她大多都选古装剧，可是，现在演古装剧的年轻一代真的演的不好。基本的礼仪都不学，走路走得像个现代人，步摇乱乱飞，背挺不直，背挺直的又僵，我看了一眼都出戏。 我现在大多数都看85年主演的，因为她们至少在礼仪方面是不错的，最重要的是，他们的演技可以不是最好的，但是相比后代，已经是不错了。至少能看，而且85年（和以上）的颜值是特高的。 没演技还能看颜值。 没演技至少他们有古代人的礼仪。 现在的年轻一代…要么没颜值、要么没演技，要么没气氛，要么没礼仪。至少给我个看点我还可能看的下去。 有演技的人-就算不是大美女也可以演出倾国倾城。 我是90后，我是生活在演艺圈有颜值，有演技，有气氛和礼仪，还有音乐圈神仙打架的时代。到现在我如果先看剧，我还是会优先选择85年和以上的剧，我听歌，只听实力派歌手的歌。 年轻一代也不是没有好演员，好歌手，宋祖儿虽说没资源，可是我个人觉得她的演技可以吊打95年的全部人，单依纯也是唱的不错。（本人也听周深、毛不易，他们的歌，但是他们当中最年轻的是单依纯）。

[@Sara-c3c6m]

She plays a slave pearl girl, she doesnt need the etiquette.

[@taiwo3136]

I completely agree with the points you mentioned, but I do like that Zhao Lusi took on this type of role. It's completely different from anything she's ever done before, and I hope it's a starting point for her to transition to more serious and better dramas. Thanks for the review!

[@Sara-c3c6m]

Exactly she also explained it in a short bts. She stepped out her comfortzone. She was aware that some might not get it because they prefer other roles for her. Im glad she picked the script, its very inspiring.

[@hanajames440]

Omg I dropped the drama because I couldn't stomach the acting lol. The acting is too pretentious and tryhard. It lack authenticity so I couldnt immerse myself. Soo much questionable logic too.

[@1happydew]

it's weird, coz it was praised for its "cleverly combines a variety of narrative elements such as costume power and intrigue legendary dramas, ancient inspirational dramas, a variety of narrative elements such as costume romantic Idol drama. The plot is very tense, with ups and downs, and well produced. The drama meets the current audience hotspots and emotional needs at the same time, it also opens up a new direction for the transformation for the female-oriented dramas and provides new ideas for costume dramas to break away from the cycle. In the market for costume dramas with stale themes and chiched plots , The story of Pearl Girl turns its perspective to the "business field" in addition to the "love field" to the focus of the novel on jewelry industry is refreshing". Lu Jianing, Professor Communication University China

[@rainbow2375]

⁠@@1happydewit’s weird, coz although it’s praised for whatever reasons, some ppl like you can’t acknowledge that others have different logic, standards and perceptive which may be a really shocking discovery for u

[@1happydew]

@@rainbow2375 yup, shocking indeed. What is so wrong to rise those standards? what really upsets you, in the end?

[@rainbow2375]

@@1happydew what really upsets me is that ppl like u can’t accept that others have their own perspective. Isn’t it common sense that ppl have different standards? So isn’t it obvious that what high to u might be low to them? Or r u just too self absorbed to realize ppl’s opinions?

[@appleish5043]

@@1happydew​​⁠​​⁠​⁠ lol, “costume power” isn’t acting 🙄🤦‍♀️ if you think putting on a new outfit equate to acting, you need your brain checked out by a real doctor 😖 “intrigued legendary drama” - wth does this even mean? What sort of technique is this? The BS kind?! 🤦‍♀️ and even if we pretend every BS you said was true, it has nothing to do with acting! It’s production related 🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️

[@Nan-ni4do]

Her fans just cant accept the fact 😂 also the fact that ur fav dont look anything like old days😂 so very delulu

[@honeygracecolasito2388]

i agree with that, it's just her fans that cannot accept the fact.

[@MaiXoxo3]

Not watching bc the drama seems boring to me. Currently enjoying LGIEF

[@jedi7730]

I really appreciated the underwater scens. It really well shot

[@resasr8496]

Apart from the reviews about this drama, I still appreciate Lusi for taking on a different role from her previous dramas, she tries to remove the "acting cute" label on herself. And I believe she will also evaluate every input given about her new role. Let's put aside the ego that Lusi's drama must be popular, this is a new role for her and I personally appreciate her being willing to try new things, even though the results are not very good from the audiances. And I found someone in the comments saying that FL looks stupid for believing that ML hates her, in this case I blame the production team, because after I saw BTS from that scene FL said "I don't believe in you" to ML and it wasn't included in the drama. This is fatal, because it is important for the plot. because in reality FL never hated ML, he just wanted ML to tell the truth.

[@hannahaguirre2972]

Your take on The Story of Pearl Girl is really interesting. I haven’t watched the other drama yet , but loved The Story of Pearl Girl. But I do understand all of your points that you made . I wonder if people’s opinions are different when they watch the two dramas side by side versus watching The Story of Pearl Girl first . Maybe the comparison is what makes it lose its charm. I loved the entire cast and production and found the story line pretty engaging .

[@hanyscats7187]

TBH, I agree most of the points discussed here. I agree with that feeling of no rush of watching the next ep. Its not really the type that episodes ends hanging. This drama needs to be watched the entirety of the story to be understood and be admired. I definitely would agree with the lack of depth in acting specially with Zhao Lusi. Her acting her is fine but not something that will evoke emotions from you unless the scene really calls for it like the killing of her friends, etc. The drama was sooo hyped that you are expecting more and youre getting this. I really like this actress and I believe the drama story is really good but the execution is just lacking!

[@benevolent0]

im not into dramatic dramas since it was lusi i watch it and lusi nailed her role as duanwu even its new to her and i cried a lot because i feel her pain, also less romance to me the chemistry with the ml was lessweak tbh maybe their chemistry suits light drama. Still watching it because im interested with duanwu’s growth. All the casts did great.

[@Ming一名子风]

Not trying to defend but if you disliked Cui Shijiu as that pretentious masculine part, then she succeeded in her role. You'll need to watch later episodes to appreciate that character. The Duanwu version you described is unrefined, reckless and uncouth both in her action and words - annoying brat actually. Again, later episodes would shed more. Don't be too quick to judge that darkness is scary when you forgot that fireworks won't be pretty without it.

[@evgenia1248]

here comes the crazy fans of ZLS who are attacking everyone who's not praising their Idol. LOL

[@ningjantarikanaktawan6209]

I really enjoy watching The Story of Pearl Girl. Each EP. Keep me waiting to watch next one. Both Male and Female lead are smart and match really well. I Love to watch Liu Yuning with Lusi. Also the scenes and costume are pretty to watch.

[@AmberJan.]

So funny how people can have totally different tastes! While I can't get myself to like Love Game at all, I loved Pearl Girl so much, what a roller coaster of emotions. Yes, some stuff in the middle dragged a bit at times, but I think a lot of dramas have that problem. And if you want to start nit picking I think you could find something in every drama (excluding The Untamed, of course.) I never paid a lot of attention to Zhao Lusi but here she really blew me away with her acting. I thought it was really good, she had me in tears more than once. I really liked all the actors, down to the supporting cast. They were all fantastic. And the hardship they had to go through while filming this drama was just unreal. Well done, everybody. Just wanted to add my two cent.. ❤😊

[@janetoliver1009]

I have just finished watching Pearl Girl and I really loved it 👍🏼

[@AmberJan.]

@@janetoliver1009 me too!!

[@mariocomputer808]

let's agree to disagree 😊

[@sepalikafoo7317]

It is a drama anyway, i find it watchable compared to many dramas out there. The sets are very beautiful and i like the couple’s chemistry.

[@ningjantarikanaktawan6209]

Yes, the desert scene with stars is very pretty I love it.

[@Terophy]

People often forget, during drama production there are TONS of people involved in it. Script writer, producer, director, costume designer, etc. Actresses and actors are just a tiny little bit in the whole production process, and they have zero control about writing, plot, lighting, CGI etc etc. So if the plot or writing or the execution in general are flawed, then it is not in the actors and actresses responsibility. People should understand and differentiate critiques and where it were directed at, clearly not the actors, because they do WHATEVER THEY COULD IN THEIR CONTROL to bring justice to the roles. And I think, this drama production was considered a hit partly thanks to the big name of the players, they owed the players BIG TIME. You cant expect a production to be hit with sloppy writing and plot execution while only the actors have to working their ass off to play their characters, no. In the case of TSoPG, the production team especially the plot and writers are a bit lazy despite Lusi & Yuning who have been working hard on this drama 😭😭😭

[@chantalelevesque9943]

I'm watching love me kill me and fangs of fortune and enjoying them. Will watch Pearl Girl after and give it a try .

[@shapby]

I dropped this drama from the first episode. I just couldn't connect with the character and the whole torture scenes. Like, why are they there? What's the point? They tried to make it seem realistic, but the ocean was obviously CGI. The whole set up left a bad taste. Story-wise, they tried to make it serious, but it's really just laughable. ML's wig is soooo ugly, I'm sorry, which I find hilarious because I actually don't mind LYN's looks, but the wig is just off-putting. ZLS' make up makes her look so sleepy all the time.

[@TianaS-d8n]

Смешно читать, как можно судить о дораме, посмотрев одну серию. Это просто неприятие Чжао Лусы как актрисы. Вы просто хейтер

[@ChrisPBacon007]

I have a question. Why on earth in all cdrama water scenes their clothes and hair aren’t floating when they are in the water?

[@retrouverlesoleil4412]

Because most cdramas use cg to make underwater scenes. If you watch Goodbye My Princess, you’ll notice that in one underwater scene their hair is floating because that scene was actually shot in the water

[@ChrisPBacon007]

@ i know it is cg but it is unrealistic to

[@arianasingawinata3001]

finally! thank you for reviewing story of a pearl girl, i have so much anticipation towards zhao lusi and liu yuning, hoping to stumble across something like love like the galaxy and a journey to love but alas-- i do love loveee the love game in eastern fantasy, i usually dislike xianxia because the cgi is either subpar or over the top, but that drama has one of the coolest cgi i've ever seen. it's lively and fun to watch.

[@mbtife]

I was waiting for this drama for so long but I gotta agree, also sorry to say that but lusi's new face doesn't suit historical dramas anymore, she got the visual of some1 who knows what an iphone is, and as you said the divine scene got me questioning the drama from the start bcs it was a performance that doesn't make sense. Waiting for her modern dramas, and liu yuning can do better. Hope song zu er fixes her issues so we can get te prisoner of beauty

[@michelleshava1477]

I always value Avenue X's opinion, but personally, the underwater scenes in the early episodes were gorgeously done. I love Duanwu in this. And she has so much heart. I do agree that that as fascinating and entertaining as it is, it is not perfect. This recap has helped me hone in on what is bothering me so far in this show.... the content is dark enough for HBO treatment and it doesn't have it... but still had emotional beats. Regardless, I anxiously wait for episodes to drop.😅

[@appleish5043]

Comparing pearl girl to HBO production is WILD! In HBO, the main character get r4pe for real, not luckily escape it like some fantasy Chinese drama 😒

[@michelleshava1477]

@@appleish5043 I was saying I could imagine a darker version of the very same show on HBO

[@appleish5043]

@ oh yea, that’s what got me for this show, it could have been done dark n done right. ATM, I feel like they try to be dark but they couldn’t have their girl tainted, so everything got resolved so fast n easy 🤦‍♀️

[@cc-um9pf]

I think AvenueX missed the whole meaning of the underwater scene. The reason why she was taking her sweet time in there is because the water is where she felt most free. Anxiously waiting for the next episodes.

[@gwynedd-1]

I agree. ZL is unconvincing in this drama and I think the director and editor are at fault. Incidents happened without explanation and are quickly resolved. For example, how the hell did the bandits kidnap ZL??? Such a big deal was a suddenly already happened lol.

[@disappearintothesea]

I’m still trying to understand how she got kidnapped too. It’s so weird.

[@aldisvega6311]

I love to listen to your comments. I have loved her and him since THE LONG BALLAD. THANK YOU FOR YOUR COMENTS 😉😉😉😉

[@sandysmith71]

I think that it’s a shame to cap shows to 40 episodes . There should be something they need to do in order to do any show over 40 , because not all long shows are good so perhaps they need to show need ? But I watched Love Like The Galaxy which was over 40 episodes and the story was so good that it was worth over 40 episodes. But I too am finding f the Pearl girl show hard to watch . I do like the female lead . Her shows are always fun to watch. Perhaps it’s because she picks characters lose to her own style ? But I think she does well , but this show is lacking . They don’t give the characters time to build up chemistry and keep it long enough before they separate to find “ the journey back to each other “ believable