Juventude Arrojada (2024)

Great drama and visual effects

Amazing cast line up, good visual effects and entertianing to watch. Hou minghao shines again in this wuxia costume drama.
His co stars are also very handsome and great acting. Only upto Ep 12 are aired as of this review and will update once more episodes are aired. But this drama has not disappoint and cant wait for more episodes.
Back here to update...just finished Ep21 and boy the drama still as engaging, and the fighting scenes are continue to be so well done. Wont give to much away, but saw in comment quite a few spoliers. Love Mr Li and also his younger self, some funny moments thrown in. Cant wait for the next ten episodes.

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YOUTH ROMANTICISED

Dashing youth potrays youth as a beautiful, magical and exhilarating time
The most precious and valued thing in this drama is youth
It's discussed and brought up in such a heartwarming manner that leaves viewers captivated by the mere concept of youth.
Even as a youth, I found myself wanting what these characters had in them that gave them such zeal
They faced each day and trial with energy, life and joy
The drama males it a point to show the wonder and sincerity that every youth has, it portrays the Growth of naive children into mature youths all while showcasing the bravery and happiness we all have within us

Every character in this drama is given an independent analysis and leaves a lasting impression on the viewers
They pull our heartstrings with their wholesome stories while taking us along with them on a thrilling adventure
From the very first episode, the themes of friendship,loyalty, strength and youth are portrayed
These themes carry on until the end in a splendid manner
I feel majority of these characters could easily have their own show which too would have been amazing hits
Especially xiao ruofeng

The relationships in this drama are treated with the utmost care and respect
Such as those between masters and disciples, parents and children and friends too
Although romance is mostly a subplot in this drama it is put in enough to satisfy the romance addicts like myself

This is the kind of drama one picks boredom and ends up loving so much they want to watch it again because of their reluctance to let go of this world
From the amazing chi to the cool martial arts to the good story and plot this drama is easily one of the best I have come across
On top of that, it is hilarious
There isn't a single dull moment in the drama
it is a lighthearted comedy that still addresses deep feeling in a professional way

I would not hesitate to recommend this drama to someone in need of some fun

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The Most Exciting Watch of 2024

I followed this show as religiously as I did with “The Blood of Youth”.

Every time I saw characters from the sequel, it seemed to draw me back to the time when the protagonists from the prequel paraded as the older generation, wise and more experienced. So, watching their naive, inexperienced selves was endearing. Celebrated as the Liquor Deity of Xueyue City, the show focuses on Baili Dongjun’s journey from the wayward grandson of the Marquis of Zhenxi to becoming the First City Lord of Xueyue City. Joining him on this sojourn is the dreaded villain of all times, Ye Dingzhi. The show focuses on their decades long friendship and even though, Baili Dongjun stops his descent into demonhood, it doesn’t affect their brotherhood. There are other characters from the sequel whose backstory is explained, like Yi Wenjun, who is Wuxin & Prince Xiao Yu’s mother. There might be many who would wondered why she is confined to her palace in the later years, this show explains the very reason of her lifelong confinement. The detailing is as particular as the sequel, so there is never a dull moment!

Read the complete article here-

https://kcdramamusings.wordpress.com/2024/08/17/dashing-youth-series-review/#more-1121

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Story is not good

character design and clothes are nice however
story is not good
character emotion is not good
fighting skill is not good
character working out is not good
character design and clothes are nice however
story is not good
character emotion is not good
fighting skill is not good
character working out is not good
character design and clothes are nice however
story is not good
character emotion is not good
fighting skill is not good
character working out is not good
character design and clothes are nice however
story is not good
character emotion is not good
fighting skill is not good
character working out is not good

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The Prequel that Did NOT Live Up to the Sequel (TBOY)

Going into "Dashing Youth," I didn't have particularly high expectations, but I was optimistic about enjoying it. The premise of a group of friends embarking on thrilling adventures while navigating the complexities of heroism seemed promising. However, by the time I reached the halfway point, I found myself disappointed and ultimately decided to drop the drama.

What started as an engaging narrative centered on the adventures of Baili Dongjun and his loyal friends quickly took a nosedive when the plot became entirely overshadowed by the romance between Ye Ding Zhi and Yi Wen Jun. This shift in focus felt like a poor choice, sacrificing the story's initial excitement for a love story that, in my opinion, fell flat.

The drama's highlight was undoubtedly the lighthearted and fun friendship between Baili Dongjun and his friends. Their loyalty and unwavering support for one another provided some genuinely enjoyable moments. The camaraderie among the group was refreshing, and it was easy to root for them as they faced various challenges together.

However, the worst aspect of "Dashing Youth" was the romance between Ye Ding Zhi and Yi Wen Jun. For a relationship that was supposed to be gut-wrenching and heartbreaking, I felt nothing. Their love story lacked depth and emotional impact, making it difficult to invest in their relationship. Ye Ding Zhi, who started as a character driven by a powerful desire for revenge, inexplicably abandoned his quest for justice the moment Yi Wen Jun entered the picture. It was frustrating to watch a character with such a strong initial motivation lose sight of his goals for a woman who didn’t seem willing to fight for their love.

Another disappointment was the female lead, Yue Yao. If I remember correctly, in the donghua, she was quite powerful and able to stand on her own. But in the drama adaptation, she is basically there for decoration. As a female lead, she fell flat for me too. I couldn’t bring myself to enjoy her romance with Baili Dongjun; it was just as stale as the other romantic arcs. Overall, I was disappointed in all the romance lines, and I believe the show would have been 100% better if there were no romance or at least very limited romantic involvement.

As for the characters, my favorite thus far was their master, Master Li, also known as Nangong Chun Shui. Like a true master, he was wise, kind, and generous. His love for all his disciples was undoubtedly the best part of the show. He knew when to step in and when to let his disciples figure things out on their own, striking the perfect balance between guidance and freedom.

Another standout character for me was Prince Roufeng, also known as Langya Wang. He is just as wise as his master, Master Li, but with the added perspective of a prince who must consider the greater good of the country. He made some questionable decisions, but if he didn’t, who would? Prince Roufeng seemed to be the only logical one among the main leads, making decisions with a clear head, unclouded by emotional attachment.

In the end, "Dashing Youth" started with potential but lost its way when it prioritized an unconvincing romance over the more compelling elements of its story. While the friendships and certain characters were bright spots, they weren't enough to save the drama from its missteps.

This prequel ultimately fell flat compared to its sequel, The Blood of Youth. I loved The Blood of Youth more because the plot was consistent, the actors did great with their characters, and there was zero to no romance at all. It’s unfortunate that Dashing Youth couldn’t live up to the same standard.

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borrowing fame from blood of youth

this is not similar to blood of youth.
characters show up too many from start.
main screen character from episode 1 disappear.

ml is pretty much stupid.
all characters look like zombies
society look like animals with no brain.

family become monkeys family.
kingdom control by gangsters.

story=bad
fighting =bad
character develope = zero
script =bad
kung fu fighting = bad ( no action beside blood come out from their mouth like snake )

there is nothing like blood of youth.
atory has too much pay attention on power few people. soldier has no power, let alone ordinary people.

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emotional damage

The story focus on young male lead who try to become hero of justice and somehow this drama didn't have judge or court or censorate.

It has king and general instead of court and the law rule by some gangsters, eunuchs, king, general.

our hero of justice is spoil kid, low morale, bragging, low iq, drunken.

The story itself promote lawless,alchohol, gangster, misbehavior in society.

1. SWORN BROTHERS = kill each other
2. Parents = less values
3. Family = broken
4. Society = theft, robber, gangster
5. School = training how to become theft, gangster.
6. Love = using rather than helping of kindness.

8.5 rate is more like ridiculous promote of spam.

Minion in this drama like troops, soldiers didn't even create formation or form of power like ever night or legend of shen li.
They are useless and stand for nothing.

Hero skill is more like gun fighting. shoot more than close combats.

rate should be 6.3

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Quite curious about this one. And now I've finished watch this, let's talk drama...

Story about Baili Dong Jun (DJ), the young master of the Marquis of Zhenxi's mansion . Despite of his status, he's one happy go lucky man that never care about join the 'family business'. His goal is to be the best wine brewer, because he like to drink & later we find out he also already made a promise with his friend Ye Yun (YY) to become Liquor Deity.

At first, DJ also not really care about martial art. But however, fate had other plan for him. His journey in martial art begin with DJ snatch the important sword & also the death of his master. DJ's master death, make him go to school of Li Chang Sheng, the top master in the world, and beginning to learn martial arts. Along the journey DJ find out he's born with special nature for practice martial art & there's a clan that already had an eye for him to practice their teachings.

Short story, in the martial art world, DJ find many friends & companion. He's also find his old friend YY, whose the world think was dead. And of course DJ also excel in his martial art & made quite a name for himself. But of course trouble also comes knocking the door. The more DJ excel in his martial art, the problem comes not only from martial art world, but also from politic that involve the emperor & other kingdom.

So how will they journey be in motion...

That's pretty much the story. Now what I like and don't.

What I like:
+ The interesting people. Start from DJ himself, to his teacher until YY.
+ The hidden BL. Oh come on don't lie to ourself this is not hidden BL. DJ's relationship with YY is more than friends in heart. Although they kinda cover it with the existence of the woman in their life.
+ No real bad guy. It's all about obsession in the end.

What I don't like:
- A little too much CGI nonsense of the martial arts moves.
- DJ is too pure for a man. Until feel so stupid, he never make his relationship with Yue Yao official for that many year.
- Times feel so damn slow. The most can be felt when YY child start to show up. That child seem not grow up. I know maybe they try to cut corner in hiring guess child actor. But that child from age 3 to age 5 doesn't change at all, is a little bit too much...

Overall this quite good martial art drama this year.

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