Amor Como Galáxia: Parte 2 (2022)

Something new

This drama truly has been one of a kind. Though I have seen very good historical c-dramas before, 'Love like the Galaxy' stands out.

The direction and music score in this drama were so beautiful, it took my breath away. Both beautifully highlighted the characters and the actors portraying them, making their talent shine. I especially loved the emotionally charged scenes such as Zhisheng's revenge and the Empress last moment. It's the first time I have seen editing like that in a c-drama. It almost felt like I was watching an musical, how gracefully it all was shown.

Lusi I've always loved, while Leo's acting has gotten even more solid after I last saw him in 'The Long Ballad'. I am deeply impressed by his talent and range while portraying this character . Best actor award, I do believe he truly deserves it.
ShaoShang and Zhisheng's confessions and kiss at the end, felt like a modern wedding with personal vows. Her smiling at her parent after the kiss and the rest of the family coming out, felt like a celebration after they've officially become husband and wife. It's so heartwarming to see these two lonely children, finally being surrounded with people who love them. To me, it was a perfect ending.

I commend the director, the actors and the entire production for creating such a masterpiece. Every little detail was done absolute to perfection. Though I do have minor criticisms, this drama was perfect. I see this drama going down in the books for sure!

Leia Mais

Epic, phenomenal, excellent drama. ❤️ Leo Wu

The drama is phenomenal every artistes did awesome job, love the addition of some comedy scenes in the drama. I don’t know if everyone that enjoy this drama have finish or not so I’m not gonna say who is in it or what they said but the ending well before the ending those two scenes were ? it was really funny just writing this I’m laughing ?. Leo Wu portrayed lingbuyi / ling zisheng Perfectly 100% ❤️ his acting skills went above and beyond even higher then his supporting role in nirvana in fire he did awesome in that role too this drama is one of my favourites is a classic to me. He surprised with this role I was scare of him a couple of times(his glare, how he kills/torture his enemies in the prison, his present for the fifth princess was …..) ( he is so cruel to his enemies, show emotions only to css, and only smiles when he is with css). I enjoy watching all the cast, zisheng’s two subordinates were a delightful to watch ah fei is funny.

Leia Mais

a bunch of short clip

maybe those who feel this drama is good, just because of the romance, those who are satisfied with a little romance , so if someone gives a bad rating they will be judged, maybe there are some scenes that make me touched, and sometimes comedy but most of them feel very lame and the romance sometimes is weird


bad editing and bad scene viewing, jumping scene(not complete showing the useful scene,skip and skip)

from the beginning of these 56 episodes, can this be called a drama? I think this is a bunch of short,,, if in Kdrama it's called "special episodes"
why?
since the beginning of the drama, every time they want to do an action, there is see no action, only showing the result


I've never read the novel, but I'm sure the novel has alot of seasons, but in my opinion the scriptwriter is not good at choosing and sorting out what scenes are important so that from the beginning to the end the drama only show a short part and then proceeds to other scenes, too many unnecessary scenes. makes the first 22 episodes feel very long and unimportant,, in part 2, I thought it was getting better, but it didn't, the same misunderstanding happen again and again, in the first 8 episodes there had been about 3/4 times the argue between FL & ML,, character of FL which in part 1 really like, makes me hate it

they focus too much on the FL&ML scene so that they forget about other SUPPORT COUPLES, while the FL&ML romance is very long & very slow burning (FL & ML love story only starts at the end of part 1, and even in part still in the stage FL not have good feeling for ML) and makes the other couple not have enough scenes, and support couples together are very unreasonable, there is no obvious romance between them but directly together, waste of using cast, even though 56 episodes is enough to make the story very very clear plot and help some of the support cast develop the acting for newbie


the unstable voice made me keep adjusting the volume of the drama while watching, because there was no dubbing, when the cast spoke their mouths seemed to be gargling, if there were no Chinese subtitles maybe I really didn't know what they were talking about ,especially the words and language they use very rarely, even though I know chinese, still feels very unfamiliar



a crazy part like short clip and ridiculous scene (just a part, because too much)
1. ep 12, the medic said the arrow's head only appeared slightly on the surface of the body, if you want to take the arrow out, you have to cut the wound, but the medic is not good at sewing, shaoshang use a string, does it make sense? Even hard objects are difficult to put into a wound, but a string?, even though it is the strongest string, its call strong, because not easily broken by sharp objects, and the arrow's head has a sharp side, pulling the arrowhead with a string is like slicing a wound! does this action not need to stitch the wound?

2. ep 15 ,why they suddenly talking about huangpuyi?when huangpuyi send the cart for 3rd aunt?
3. suddenly shaoshang's father was said to be rebellious, during episode 46 I thought there was a scene helping his father, but it's been 5 days, are you serious?!
4. ep 44, shaoshang went tongniu to save her father, and to meet someone in prison, she intentionally stole 2 bread, how she sure that she is who is just a petty thief that stole bread, will be locked up together with important criminals?
5. little yue masquis said , miasma is not toxic, but why do the pengukun still get side effects? and suffering asthma?


大母,granny
大父， grandpa
君姑,mother in law
君舅,father in law
阿父，father
阿母,mother
君公，how to called male?
女君，how to called female?
舅父，uncle from mother
舅母，uncle's wife from mother
姑父,aunt's husband from father
姑母，father's sister
伯父,uncle, father's elder brother
伯母,uncle's wife from father's elder brother
叔父，uncle, father's younger brother
叔母, uncle's wife from father's younger brother
姒妇 ，brother's wife , sister in law
阿紫/阿姐 a zi ，sister

Leia Mais

A Love/Hate Letter to Love Like the Galaxy

(If you'd like to read my super long essay about the drama where I write more on the things I loved and hated about the drama, you can find it at: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1czlgKAZpBndsV3JcIyNFm8fdqKBuccFz/)

Dear Show,

I posted the same review for part 1 because to be fair, the drama is one whole story to me.

Gosh, this was one hell of a review to write because of the plethora of emotions I feel. I think it’s probably more fitting to call it a Love-Hate Letter to the drama. Part One (episodes 1-27) is a solid, top-notch 10 for me. 10/10 would recommend as a truly splendid drama. Part Two (episodes 28-56 or 1-29) is an 8.5 from me, which is bias because I think that’s a generous score given all the issues I have with it. This does round the entire drama to be a 9 though. It was soo close to a perfect 10, and that makes me sad that we were so close!

The last time I loved a drama like this was in 2015 with LANG YA BANG/NIRVANA IN FIRE. Seven years later with LOVE LIKE THE GALAXY (LLTG), I was ready to tie it to the brilliance of NIRVANA IN FIRE (NIF). For consolation, I guess it’s the romance version in terms of almost phenomenal execution like NIF, but I’ve pegged it down a few notches because of the drama’s ending. I’ll explain my issues with part 2 much later if you’re curious enough or care to read more.

First, I would also like to point out how significant the two dramas, NIF and LOVE LIKE THE GALAXY (LLTG) tie in for me. Wu Lei played Fei Lu in NIF, an ever loyal and martial arts genius bodyguard to the titular character of Mei Changsu. Mei Changsu was a brilliant strategist and military general whose goal was to exact justice for the wrongs that annihilated his family. Here, Wu Lei comes full circle in being the lead as a revered and intelligent general whose goal is to exact revenge for the demise of his maternal family clan.

If you’ve read this far, thank you. Before I dive into details for the rest of my review and ramblings, here’s my non-spoiler review:

As a whole, this is a spectacular, powerhouse of a historical drama with a wonderful romance story. If this is your cup of tea, then I would in this case, 9/10 recommend with a caveat. Historical dramas in my opinion, tend to have little romance, and are often paved with slow burn romances if a love line is there. If you’re just in it for the romance, it may or may not work, depending on your cup of tea or coffee. After all, we all know dramas are so subjective, as such is the case with most things in life.

Zhao Lusi blew me away with her performance. I never really watched any of her previous works only because the story never appealed enough to me. This girl though! She has a knack for delivering the comedic punch from the flicker of her eyes and the expression she is able to capture. We can feel everything on her face even from the tiniest of movements. Yet when she cries, you feel the pure anguish and heartbreak in the way she conveys those. As for Wu Lei, I didn’t care about him before either. I thought he looked good in THE LONG BALLAD, but that was it. In LOVE LIKE THE GALAXY, he didn’t really get comfortable in his role for me until much later, and at times he came off awkward. This kind of worked in his favor though, granted his character was socially awkward at times. The second part of the drama was where I could see his growth as a professional actor in displaying more of his capabilities by bringing a facet of emotions forward through his eyes and lips. A cool tidbit that I also appreciated was the cast dubbed their own voices! That isn’t quite common in Chinese dramas from my understanding, so it was especially great to be able to hear the real voices of Zhao Lusi and Wu Lei as they breathed their characters to life onto the screen.

LOVE LIKE THE GALAXY is the story about our protagonist, Cheng Shaoshang, left behind by her parents who go off to war, only for her to be raised by her awful grandma and 2nd aunt-in-law. Shaoshang grows up resilient, intelligent, with a love of building and understanding mechanisms, and is fiercely independent in having had to survive childhood under awful circumstances. When her parents return home from war, she’s thrust into society and once again, is forced to use her wits to navigate the waters of social and familial norms, etiquette, being filial, and growing into her potential of who she is without losing the essence of what she values and stands for. In the process, she catches the attention of a prominent general, a man named Ling Buyi, who carries with him a deep secret. Having almost lost the chance to pursue Cheng Shaoshang once to her engagement with another man, General Ling Buyi seizes a rare moment and strategizes his way to win her love before she slips from him once more. Their slow-burn romance with the various encounters that build up to show how our male lead falls for our heroine is beautiful.

Look, your girl here has never loved an OTP (one true pairing) as much from a Chinese drama until now. Their chemistry together was simply mesmerizing. Upon finishing the drama now, the hill I will choose to die on is the one where no one else can play the respective roles of Cheng Shaoshang and Ling Buyi the way Zhao Lusi and Wu Lei perfected them.

56 episodes is a major commitment. For some people, time is of the essence where you don’t have enough time in the days or weeks to give to watching dramas, so maybe you’re like me, and you have to choose wisely where you’ll exert your energy. Or if you’re like me, highly judgmental of shows and can drop them like hot potatoes…don’t drop the gem of this one! These dramas are like unicorns, spotted only once every blue moon. Am I right or am I right?

The show picks up momentum at the 6th episode. If after 6 episodes and you find yourself struggling, it might not be for you. However, I truly recommend coming in with an abundance of patience if you’re curious as to why the drama soared to such popularity and buzz in the time it was broadcasted, as I humbly believe the payoff is worth it. I absolutely adored the pacing of the drama, because at the core, it is a story woven by complicated family dynamics backed by an equally compelling cast of supporting characters, a slice-of-life, a well-constructed historical but immersive world, found family, surviving in the face of trauma and loss, finding and understanding different forms of love, and a coming-of-age in wisdom, resiliency, and healing. Almost every single character was tailored for their role. Actually, it’s probably the other way around, that the actors and actresses created their roles to be so memorable, I don’t think anyone else could have fit into the shoes of any of these characters. There is phenomenal chemistry not just between our OTP, but throughout the relationships of each character towards one another. If you ever take a step back, you realize that many of these characters would be compelling enough to be the protagonist in their own story.

I loved so many things about the drama. There are wonderful, but heartbreaking narratives of how one can never feel like they’re enough for their parents, no matter what they do or don’t. The complex family dynamics is such a telling story in many Asian households. The protagonist’s view throughout the story of relying on only yourself to get through, because it’s how she’s survived, to the evolution in understanding of finding a way to live a well-meaningful life, even if one didn’t get married, is possible. Yes, it’s against the grain, but the touch on this was nice, and I wish this idealism was something they showed in part 2 of the series. I am all for female empowerment, and how lovely it would have been to see if one chooses to get married, it’s because they want to, not because it’s the expectation to do so. Despite many issues in the later part of the series, one major thing I loved about the drama is the love story between our leads that started off beautifully and will stay with me for the most part. There was something so magical in the way that slow-burn romance had unfolded. It’s a trope that I carry close to my heart.

Part 2 was a turbulent ride, with higher stakes and greater danger at play, and yet it missed the mark on multiple occasions in comparison to part 1. We really be treading rough waters out here in the final stretch of the drama.

Currently, I have a love-hate relationship with this drama. It is the first time I feel so sad and bitter about what could have been, otherwise I wouldn’t have spent such an invested amount of time writing out something so long that encompasses my emotions. I am still scarred from the later parts that I’ve not gone back to rewatch scenes the way I constantly did for part 1 and a huge chunk of part 2 from episodes 28-41.

There are major character inconsistencies throughout and plot holes, GALORE. Shaoshang is shown throughout part 1 to be bold but stands up for herself and is intelligent. Under pressure or on the spot, she flourishes and is quick on her feet. Part 2 was as if there were two different teams writing her character, the A-Team, and the draft-zero team. They dumbed her down, when there was never a need to in the first place. I don’t even want to count through the number of times she needed rescuing and was held at knifepoint. She went from someone so intelligent to regressing here and there in part 2. Not to mention, the sheer number of villains the drama shoved onto our screens near the end of the drama. Characters just seem to be popping out of nowhere. Some scenes dragged on for no reason in trying to gain sympathy, but I felt it was already a botched job. Then other scenes where they should have fleshed things out were sloppily shoved down our throats in an attempt for us to care. It was too little, too late.

Something about the romance and magic of the love story was also lost towards the end of the drama for me. I understand the situations the characters had to go through, but seeing that it was how their love was tested, the way the characters lacked growth from the experience was such a let-down. The show could have done some deep dive into important relationships like friendships between the characters and their growth and healing from trauma. The drama had so much they could have worked with, but instead relied heavily on cheap tropes at the end. There was no set up so the payoff meant nothing. I fast forwarded through a chunk of the ending at times. All the buildup only for this to fizzle out. It hurts, I tell ya!

Let’s go back to the other wonderful things about this drama, so I can momentarily forget the aftertaste of sand still lingering. The production crew and backers of this drama is grand on all fronts. Whoever is also behind the editing of the weekly trailers has also outdone themselves too. Each of the trailers released gives just enough to anticipate and have the audience guessing wildly as they await the release, only to still save all the best moments for within the story itself. There is a talented ensemble cast, show-stopping action sequences, synced musical scores in the first half, flawless comedic timing, and extensive, sweeping cinematography from costume, set to the world around them of what appears to be inspiration from the Han Dynasty. They really rolled out the big-guns with production on all fronts for this drama. If we believe in drama gods, this production crew from the staff, director, screenwriter, to the cast members, hit the jackpot. The universe conspired to put this team together, and because the drama gods smiled down on this one, we’re so blessed.

I remember even within the first shot where they introduced Ling Buyi, you knew he was a revered and great general...and without a doubt, the male lead of the show. The way the production team filmed the magnitude of the soldiers under General Ling Buyi’s command and the sweeping camera angle as he put on a black and red cape gifted to him for his accomplishment by the emperor, it gives one an inkling of how splendid this story could be. From the costumes to the set, to the cinematography with the perfect camera angles of its inhabitants, to the landscapes and architecture used, I knew we would be in for a rare treat.

That’s it for my spoiler-free review.

Leia Mais

Love Like The Galaxy: Part 2 ~ A Galactic Journey Continues, Filled with Growth and Emotion

"Love Like The Galaxy: Part 2" returns with a gripping second season, picking up the threads of Cheng Shao Shang and Ling Bu Yi's captivating journey. After a series of unexpected twists and turns, the duo finds themselves on the verge of marriage by Imperial decree. However, their path to a happily-ever-after is far from smooth, as they face a multitude of challenges that test the depths of their love and the strength of their characters.

Cheng Shao Shang's transformation takes center stage as she grapples with her new role. Abandoned and neglected in her early years, she embarks on a journey to become the proper lady befitting Ling Bu Yi's status. The Empress takes her under her wing, imparting knowledge and etiquette that will shape her future. But for Cheng Shao Shang, a spirited soul who values her personal freedom, adjusting to the constraints of her new life proves to be an uphill battle.

Ling Bu Yi, the enigmatic general, carries his own burdens. His quest for vengeance and justice is far from over, and the past continues to cast a long shadow over his life. Hidden secrets from his own history add layers of complexity to his character, making him an even more enigmatic figure in the drama's intricate tapestry.

Can their love endure the tumultuous trials that fate has placed in their path? "Love Like The Galaxy: Part 2" explores this question with profound depth and sensitivity, pushing the boundaries of the characters' emotions and resilience.

This second season dives even deeper into the theme of personal growth. Cheng Shao Shang's journey is a testament to the multifaceted nature of freedom. She learns that it can take many forms, and achieving it is a process that involves both inner and outer transformation. Ling Bu Yi, in turn, discovers that love is rooted in trust and partnership. He comes to realize that he is no longer on a solitary mission; he has a partner who shares his burdens and joys.

The characters' evolution into adulthood is a central theme. With it comes the realization that responsibility extends not only to oneself but also to others. The drama masterfully portrays the internal conflicts and external pressures that shape the characters' choices and destinies. It beautifully captures the essence of personal growth and the sacrifices that sometimes accompany it.

"Love Like The Galaxy: Part 2" continues to impress with its impeccable writing, well-fitting musical score, and expert directing. The scenes are a visual treat, offering glimpses into the raw beauty of human emotion. The characters are portrayed so convincingly that you may momentarily forget the actors' real identities.

While "Love Like The Galaxy: Part 2" is undeniably a sweet and painful drama, it's an experience that is well worth your time. It takes the emotional rollercoaster to new heights in this second season, leaving you yearning for more. The profound growth and love of our favorite duo will leave a lasting impression, making this drama a must-watch for anyone seeking a blend of depth, emotion, and storytelling excellence.

Leia Mais

The Top of 2022 Releases

I have to say I love watching Asian Tv shows. And not only Chinese, but Korean, Taiwanese, Hong Kong, Thailand Lakorn, Phillipines and more. So I can say my yearly quota of dramas/tv shows/ soap opera are not small! Keeping that in mind, and the content released this year, this one is by far a top one. And even if I can't compare with other countries genre types as to make it a fair competition, this one is still a top one. I loved it, and will for sure rewatch many times in the future. Here are my pros and cons:

PRO:
- Great acting crew chemistry;
- Flow of the story is well paced;
- Story did not focus only on one genre. ie: is not only about romance..comedy..revenge.. or solving the mystery. It is all that mixed in a well explained story;
- Visuals were INCREDIBLE;
- I usually watch the first episode and then prefer to wait until is fully released, with this one, I was too into it to wait;
- Acting was EXCEPTIONAL! I mean, they were amazing, you would cry and laugh accordingly, not feel like only a spectator.

CONS:
- I felt like is not a totally "relatable"in the historical context for China. They kept many characteristics and rules to a thee, but some situations would just not be acceptable at the time period, but if taken in consideration a fantasy, with a complete created world, then yes, it is understandable.
- Sometimes I felt like a lot of things did not get a proper explanation or end.Like the passing cameos, which added to the story and never were seen again, just mentioned. Maybe there will be spinoffs?
- One thing that keeps me asking if I did proper watch the series and I'll probably rewatch. MAYBE SPOILER ALERT!? (Did SS have another older brother we never saw?)

Well that was it! I felt like my cons where all things I need to properly pay attention when rewatching. So not really a bad thing? I recommend this to you all that like romantic, comic and historical dramas!

Leia Mais

MASTERPIECE!!!!!!

The chemistry between the leads still lives in me, everytime ling bu yi smiles my whole world melts, he’s just so cute, perfect & manly ? i even watch some videos of them on YouTube can’t get enough of them, They’re powerful, Best historical drama ever n°1

* Story
The Production story & plot twist is on point
never seen before, is so good, excellent.

* Acting
I fell in love with the ML I’ve become his new fan, I love the FL i was already her biggest fan does why i watched this drama but damm she acted so so good i cant believe it. Perfect period, i love how she doesn’t tolerates people bullying her she takes revenge on them so satisfying ????QUEEN.
Even the side characters are insanely good, i loved the emperor and his 2 wife’s
You will hate some characters ( like her mother ?? )

* Music
Very good

* Rewatch Value
Definitely ? is a memorable drama.

* Overall
MASTERPIECE
I Was So Obsessed That I Finished Watching The 56 episodes In Less Than A Week Phew ?‍? ? ? I Wish It Had More Episodes ? 10/10

Leia Mais

Good

COMPLETED 56 Eps in 3 days what a journey. Ther chemistry just amazing and dont forget about the othrr support cast too all of them just amazing.

S1 is just Prologue + Slice of Life + Comedy and the real plot should be on S2.


Storyline:
I can say that LLTG storyline is not boring at all though there are still some cringe worthy moments, but still bearable. At first, i was definitely confused by the political shits that was happening but as the episode goes on, it cleared my doubt and i can reason with Ling Buyi/Huo Wushang’s actions. Believe me, each episode is interesting as they slowly uncover all the bad deeds that it will make u curious for the next episode so 56 episodes wont be such a drag for u.

Cast:
Honestly, remarkable cast. I can’t say more because just by watching and observing all the emotions they put in, a masterpiece is born. Wu Lei was good at keeping a straight and frowny face and omg when he gets mad, it’s HOT. Rosy who portrayed as Shaoshang was so bubbly and cheerful yet she’s a woman who is not scared of bullies and instead fight for her own rights, a true definition of women empowerment. It was truly relatable when she’s also someone who keeps everything inside her heart till it was too much for her to handle therefore, burst into tears infront of her fiance. Not gonna lie, the bullies were so good at acting i legit felt like i wanna punch them. All in all, there’s no bad actor in this show and this show will surely make u cry a river.

But if there’s one thing i want it to be better; uhm kissing scenes wise i would love it if it’s not just them putting their lips together but showing a good kiss considering how much angst moments they’ve been through. Second, personally the ending was alittle underwhelming since we couldn’t see their wedding though they did say they gonna get married but i still want to see it!!! However, everyone got their own happy ever after i guess so all’s good.

I strongly recommend people to watch this show! It’s a comedy + full of angsty moments where u gotta get ur popcorn ready and be comfortable at ur own seat. Oh not to forget, the Emperor and Ah Fei were the true comedians in this show with our little Shaoshang :) i’ve found gold so let’s all be happy and watch this comedy x historical show to boost ur happiness!

Leia Mais

A beautiful masterpiece!

I was skeptical about this drama in the beginning due to the fact that it is a slow burn drama. I've watched The Story of Minglan and A Dream of Splendor and I apologize to anyone who is a big fan of these two dramas but I couldn't stay focus to the storyline at all. I pretty much did a lot of skipping from one scene to another. One of my friend recommended this drama to me and well, I'm happy that I've gave this drama a shot. For the first time, other than xianxia and wuxia dramas, I actually watch this drama one episode to another without skipping. Normally, I'm into xianxia and wuxia dramas because I love the fantasy genre. I'm not really into historical drama that much because usually they've tend to dragged a lot and it's too long. This is the first historical drama I've actually enjoy watching and willing to wait for the next episodes. This drama is a masterpiece and deserves an award. These actors and actresses along with the team members did a wonderful job.

Leia Mais