Mi yue zhuan

Really conflicting reviews. I love Asian dramas. Of course, some are better than others. I'm craving a new historical drama right now, so I guess I'll have to try watching this one to see what I think of I--then adjust my rating accordingly.

(If you want to watch a really amazing Chinese movie, you must watch "Red Cliff" Parts I and II. I was truly impressed. It's now one of my favorites.) Take care!

In the past decade, The Legend of Mi Yue has been the only Chinese drama I followed, when it aired locally in Canada. I wasn't able to record it, so every night for six months, I watched it as it aired. I was drawn in by the opening theme song. Every episode maintained the same level of intensity nearly to the end. For a fictional historic epic, it had all the characters were intriguing. While Mandarin is not my mother tongue, I would have given up watching it all together. Despite that, it was not that difficult to keep up with the narrative in the important parts. I have seen enough to understanding it.

The legend of Mi Yue can be criticised for not being very accurate but as an enjoyable story it hits the spot. Plot is sometimes slow and stilted but it did manage to retain my interest enough to want to watch the entire story. Bottom line is that there are better dramas out there but this one isn't as bad as a lot of people seem to think.

2015 was a year of intense chinese historic drama competition. The Legend of Miyue garnered harsh comments and low rating.

I took a chance and discovered from the clothing designs to dialogue to set decor to storyline, Miyue is a spectacular series.

Wild child Miyue was born into a ruthless man's world. She fought against the evil intentions from the women in the harem and struggled to find her place in life. She sought comfort in learning and amassed a wealth of knowledge and life long friendships. Despite her bad circumstances, she persevered and became the most powerful woman in history.

Well, as a Chinese, I have to say this soap opera is just a little more than rubbish. So, if you are not extremely boring, please do not watch it. I really mean it.Most of Chinese audience do not think this one is of good value. The drama is slow and boring, and plots in it is of no logic. And the dresses in it is totally a disaster. I wonder where have they spent all the budget of this drama. Ohh my God! And the spirits of this one is really not noble. I do not want the others to believe that Chinese people are like that,(we are better than the ones in this opera). If you are interested in the culture of China, I recommend you to watch other Chinese drama, called Nirvana in Fire. That one is really of good quality. In fact in Nirvana in Fire, every scene is fantastic and eye-catching. More importantly, that drama is really worth the time you spend on. To sum up, please cherish your time, from avoiding the legend of Miyue