A Journey to Love (2023) User Reviews

Very good

[yankeedoo · 9/10 · 3 December 2023]

I watched a lot of k drama/movies not Chinese but recently there have been some good ones as with this series started of normal flying fights which as a Englishman I don't get but I carried on and. To my amazement it got better some time ff button is useful mind But it's got action comedy drama sword fights and beautiful actresses makes me want to move to China Anyhow on to ep16 at moment and all

I can say it's I will watch rest ep 14 was superb if u watch ur notice at end as things to do with fallen leaves first time I've really seen comical script like this from China myself that is others may have. Enjoy.

Wholesome love and friendship stories plus powerful and fierce female leads plus the least toxic male characters ever, equals a recipe for success. Love love love.

[hanalisss · 9/10 · 30 December 2023]

What an epic drama, so enjoyable and emotional. I never cry with any series and this one got me a couple of times.

The show is incredibly well made and the script its very compelling, with a lot of action, incredible fight scenes, funny moments, loads of teasing and beautiful camaraderie and friendship between all characters. It will hook you from the moment you start watching.

In the second half there's a few slow and draggy episodes but it will speed up in the last few episodes again. They gave us a pretty decent ending in the episode 34 but they added new subplots and twists (very tragic and heartbreaking) after that and everything felt rushed, including the ending.

This is why Im not giving the highest rating.

My favorite part about this drama is how well written and layered all characters are. There's something special about each one of them and you will feel a special connection.

I am absolutely obsessed with all female characters in this. There's ZERO female characters written as doormats in this series. They are fierce and stoppable and they will all play a key role in the story. The development of all of them, and how they grow through the experiences they are living and the people they meet ( specially Princess Yang Ying) is so thrilling to watch.

And the way they all lift each other up, including the male characters, criticizing stereotypical gender roles and regarding women as equal and important as them. Just wow.

This was my first drama of the both main leads and I am a fan. Liu Shi Shi and Liu Yu Ning had such beautiful chemistry.

Greenest flag award for the main male lead's character. Not one toxic thing about him, and made the main love story very enjoyable to see. I found myself showcasing the biggest smiles when they were flirting each other on screen.

Despite its flaws it was an almost perfect drama, with very wholesome relationships of epic love and friendship and incredible character development.

You will laugh, cry, be surprised and feel the deepest sweetest love so many times. Don't miss this one!

Recommended Chinese martial arts drama

[hjcxyk · 10/10 · 7 December 2023]

I've seen a few Chinese martial arts drama during covid. This is probably the only one I d like to recommend for the following reasons: 1. The story makes sense. Some people love fairy tales but not me. The drama is logically normal and the values it tries to express worth believing.

2. The director is a good story teller. He makes the whole thing comprehensive and smooth.

3. Great actors and beautiful actresses. Their performances are natural and convincing. I love the leading male actor and his fellows.

4. Great martial arts design and awesome scenes. They use very little fake scene. Ep8 is the best to see these amazing fights and real scene.

Finally, I like the comedy conversations happened in the drama, the fallen leave on Ning Yuanzhou's eye when he kisses Ren, the leading female actor.

My advice is to get some peanuts & beers before you start watching cause as long as you start, you don't want to stop .

Hilarious and Touching

[yeb-21616 · 10/10 · 12 December 2023]

I don't usually watch Chinese dramas, but this one is different and very entertaining. 1. The story makes sense and maintains a strong dramatic tension throughout. 2. The brilliant portrayal of the two main female characters: one, a cold female assassin who learns about love and trust, and the other, a delicate princess who learns about bravery and responsibility. 3. The male lead doesn't look like a good person on the surface, but he's gentle inside and an exceptional team leader. Watching the hero and heroine leading a team adds a special allure to the plot. 4. It's hilarious but also brings tears to your eyes.

Beautiful Drama That's Worth Watching

[Makulit · 10/10 · 25 December 2023]

This show is captivating from the very first episode. The costumes and cinematography are excellent. The actors I believe were cast perfectly for their roles and did an amazing job portraying their characters. Also it's a very good looking cast! The acting is top notch. The story is beautifully written.

The action scenes made me catch my breath and cheer. The bromance made me smile. The comedic scenes had me laughing out loud, and the sweet moments made my heart flutter and gave me butterflies. When Ruyi and Chief Ning gaze and smile at each other, it made me smile too! Their chemistry is great!

Their individual stories and character development made me root for them and love them. That's the main reason why these characters had the power to break my heart into tiny little pieces and cry over them.

The ending is not what I expected and I know a lot of people are mad and disappointed. I really wanted a different ending for these lovely characters but I guess the writer had different ideas. Even though the ending didn't go the way I'd hoped, for me, it was still a very good CDrama.

I don't want to spoil anything so this is all I can say, I wanted it to end differently than the way it did, but after everything, the last scene still showed their brotherhood and love for one another is still there.

It is a journey to love because the love and brotherhood didn't end.

That made me like the ending and lessened the sting of the scenes leading up to it.

I highly recommend this series. It's definitely one of my favourites.

Yi nian guan shan good

[qoo-32750 · 10/10 · 7 December 2023]

The costumes and makeup are exquisite, the plot is reasonable, the rhythm is not draggy, the theme cuts straight to the beginning, and the acting is as smooth as silk. There is intelligence in this drama.

The costumes and makeup are exquisite, the plot is reasonable, the rhythm is not draggy, the theme cuts straight to the beginning, and the acting is as smooth as silk. There is intelligence in this drama.

The road ahead is long, the road ahead is long, the swords are shining, the autumn wind is sweeping the leaves. Heroes from all walks of life come hand in hand to exchange safety and danger! The eyebrows are all revealed.

This is the best Chinese drama of 2023

[chensolovely · 10/10 · 19 December 2023]

Amazing series! This has been one of the best series that I have watched in terms of acting, writing, cinematography and strong characters, never a dull moment . The story and sound effects are very well blended. The actors and actresses in this series were amazing especially Liu Yu Ning and He Lan Dou. The synchronized and individual martial arts are mesmerizing and beautifully executed. Characters and character development was very satisfying.

Acting was superb! From the subtle details such as a twitch of a facial muscle and lip movement, to the cracked voice in emotional scenes. Everyone had their moments. I have never felt so much emotions while watching a drama before and I'm glad for such a beautiful and bittersweet journey.

It was kind of a bittersweet ending, but a happy one at the same time. It is a sad ending but not a bad ending, for me personally it's satisfying.

Overall I highly highly recommend this fantastic and very entertaining drama series.

We love these shows.

[ronmacmillan · 10/10 · 12 December 2023]

A formulaic Chinese drama but great actors.

The settings and costumes are out of this world.

It must cost a fortune just for the costumes.

We are exrtemely upset that they replaced the male lead.

We have watched him in other shows.

He plays the calm,cool and collected role very well.

We think the goor chemistry with the cast is excellent.

We don't know how changing any characters will improve the show.

Liu Yu Ning, and Liu Shi Shi were wonderful together.

Alen Feng,He Lan Dou,Chen You Wei,Wang Yi Zhe,Chang Hua Sen really gelled with the leads to make this a terrific show.

We would certainly look for series with this cast.

I don't really enjoy the show in the end

[rsmvbnbph · 6/10 · 26 December 2023]

I was drawn to the show by the posters and trailers but the male lead turned out to be too disappointing. His crying scenes are unimpressive and lack emotions. It seems the actor doesn't have a deep understanding about the character and his performance is too flat and short of layers.

The famale lead's performance is acceptable, neither a breakthrough nor a surprise. Though she moves around in a slightly wooden way, most of the time she is a beautiful picture to behold.

Other characters in the Liu Dao Tang brigade are more or less stereotypes except the princess, who has an engaging and complete character arc.

The character building of Li Tong Guang is such a pity. He could have been a shining character but ended up to be a childish hothead with split personality.

The plot is tight in the beginning, sluggish in the middle (I had to fast forward the kissing scenes), and super fast in the end. The court politics part is a bit shallow and unrealistic.

BAD SCRIPT!!!

[zeynepaytulakgun · 6/10 · 26 January 2024]

Writer who wrote the script! All words for you!!!You killed all tv series qualty! You killed all best players s afford!! You killed love! Name has to be A JOURNEY TO WAR!! I think you impressive lost s final episode and impressive War movies.you treat watchers!!! Im really angry.at least you can give the watcher little good end for players also..im really regretful i watch. I got attached to caracters! Thats why i watched.after 30 episode dont watch everyone!cuz you ll regrate!! I gave my vote will 6 cuz of 6 best caracter thats it.and i ll never watch your any scenerio!!any tv series!!.......

The Ending is WORTHLESS

[ixeqrmucb · 1/10 · 7 January 2024]

After watching the ending, it doesn't worth my time to watch the entire episodes. You have been warned.

It has been good storyline from the start, but when it comes to the end, many scenes were cut through, speed up and you will find many scenes which doesn't make sense. They just wanted to finish the story lines and makes each of the heroes die on by one. What a disappointment. When you are looking forward for the good ending, but just the few last episodes will make you in a disappointment.

I'm really regretted to watch the entire episodes and just getting the ending will make everything just went into ashes.