Oh, Minha General (2017)

Role Reversal at its Comedic Zenith

I'll keep this short since many other reviews have already hit high points and plot elements. Oh My General very, very silly at times and doesn't take itself very seriously (even makes fun of its own product placements by giving them an almost QVC feel), but there's just something so good about this show. I think it's Sandra Ma and Peter Sheng's performances. They both play the caricaturesque elements of their role (military meat-head and dandy) well but always there's enough there to support the idea that, despite their limitations - her lack of education and his lack of bravery and strength - they're not stupid. When depended on, they're both great at what they do. Even the brattier moments that I normally cringe at have me laughing instead, and I don't know if that's because of the role reversal or because the show consistently has them showing growth in both their personalities and the relationship - probably both. Either way, one of my favorite C Dramas. If I had to cite a flaw, it's not to do with the plot or acting but the sound quality. At many points, the background music is much, much louder than the dialogue, making it impossible to hear or just fluctuating so wildly that I had to toggle the volume up and down at various points. Doesn't detract from my enjoyment of the show, and I've rewatched this now many, many times.

Leia Mais

You can never go wrong on a 60 episode with Ma Si Chun

Same as others I was quite hesitant to watch this and have been on my watchlist for some time, the reason is it is 60 episodes. At last, I was able to watch it before 2023 ended and all I could say is that it was one of the best series I have binge-watched for the year. I gave it a 9/10 because it could have been so perfect from episodes 1- 20 however after came the war plot and the side characters which made the story lengthy but predictable. I for one am a sucker for romance and plot twists, however, the war twists of the story are predictable. I could have moved some episodes because of the war plot it's just that at each episode the FL and ML show a little screentime and it was soooo good and sweet! and I ended up watching all episodes because I didn't want to miss their screen time.
Ma Si Chun and Peter Sheng have an absolute chemistry! just the kiss smacks, the eye connection, their foolish air kissing and hugging each other is enough to sizzle. Until now I still think about how Ma Si Chun got the general role, she has a sweet face but she conquered the role! I liked that she wasn't portraying a manly man, she was a general but she has a soft and sweet side whenever she is with the ML. Peter Sheng on the other hand complemented the sweet side of Ma Si Chun. He is hilarious and at some point, it seems Ma Si Chun would smile because she finds it funny.

I have finished the series but I am watching it again however from episodes 1 - 20 only when the cousin arrived did it spoil the fun!

Leia Mais

A Quite Funny and Pleasant Experience

This was very enjoyable to watch, and a quite nice introduction to the genre (this was my very c-drama and Asian drama). The comedy is spot on, the acting and chemistry among the characters is great. It was nice to see a role reversal that did not feel forced, and was not quickly forgotten, as the female lead's role has a very big effect on the plot and her relation to other characters. Romance and plot between supporting characters was also very well-written and memorable.

The costuming and music was absolutely stunning sometimes. I'm usually not a fan of dragged out slow-motion scenes, but there were some moments where these were well-warranted.

However, this has a tendency to drag out its episodes. While a lot of the drama surrounding the royal palace is very exciting, I feel that it took them way too long to resolve everything - not in the series time, but in the amount of episodes they made dedicated to that.

Leia Mais

Viewers deserved a better final episode

After investing time on 60 episodes of what was a pretty good story with great acting, likeable (and hateable) characters, the most disappointing thing about this drama was the way they ended the series. Whether they ran out of time, ran out of good ideas, or just plain didn't care about how it would affect the loyal viewers, that last scene was ridiculous and senseless and grossly unsatisfying.

That being said, the ML & FL rocked in their roles. Loved the FL - very loveable (not so much in the first few episodes though). I started watching this series and dropped it, then came back after my sister highly recommended it. Loved the chemistry between the military characters, some of the royal family, and even though there was more tragedy than I liked throughout, I think the actors all did a phenomenal job of work. Enjoyed the humor, the familial bonds, and the side romances - although I think they deserved a little more screen time and development.

A lot of time was wasted on the politics - the petty bickering in the court, and on the immature frivolity of some of the male characters in particular. The writers tried to tie up all the stories, but there were still a lot of holes and storylines left hanging. The segments were choppy and did not flow well. Maybe if I rewatch I might see something(s) I might have missed.

The crappy way they ended the story really spoiled an otherwise entertaining series. The viewer is left to imagine their own series of events and guess what might or might not have happened. Assuming everybody ended up with who we wanted them to end up, it would have been nice to actually see what transpired through flashbacks or narrative, instead on two old geezers we don't know with two kids we don't know, making vague chatter.

Leia Mais

My new favorite drama!

This drama was so refreshing to watch. It not only flips every trope on it's head but also has a great plot and characters that you fall in love with. When I saw the summary I thought it sounded different but thought it wouldn't be a serious show. However it delivered a plot that was not repetitive or boring while also kept the main characters relationship developing all throughout the 60 episodes. It was a perfect balance between plot and romance. The non-lead characters were also amazing and not 2 dimensional. There are so many I loved and thought were so funny and interesting. I could truly tell this drama was made with care and I'm excited to recommend it to others and to rewatch it in the future.

Leia Mais

Pure entertainment: for easy/relaxed viewing.

Love this one. At first, the love hate relationship of the ML and FL was mildly annoying. But as the story unfolds, with all the character development and plot twists and turns, it became really endearing.

Liked that these was written with a strong FL and a pretty ML for a change. FL was a well respected and feared general, while ML was a bit of a scoundrel and a parasite of the royal family. She love him anyway. Even with ML's shallow personality, he learned to understand the hard exterior of FL and love her anyway.

Pure entertainment: easy/relaxed viewing, RomCom with a right dose of political intrigues, heart tugging moments and action packed fight scenes.

Love the onscreen chemistry of the cast. Good OST too. Although the series is a bit too long, I wouldn't mind rewatching this one.

Leia Mais

I love this storyline. The music was very loud in the first 26 episodes over drowned the actors speaking voices. It was such a great storyline that the music I just had to suffer with it. I love any story that has a strong, warrior-woman character. Sandra Ma was awesomely great, I love her in these types of roles! Peter Sheng, I mean, that red costume and his dance... so incredible. The character Peter Sheng played was pretty convincing. I know some men that have that same type of personality in real life. Mama's boy! It's all good. I will have to watch another drama where he doesn't take on that type of role. I can tell he has other talents. The Martial Arts were beautiful. It makes me wonder if Sandra Ma has trained in Martial Arts. I loved how the producers/directors portrayed Wang Chu Ran, she is a beautiful actress, and her costumes are just as beautiful. The storyline became successful with all the main and supporting actors and actresses. Job well done! Thank you!

Leia Mais

Agréable mais pas mémorable

STORY : Une FL Grande générale, épouse le neveu de l'empereur, dandy noble et faible. Leurs personnalités vont peu à peu se compléter et permettre de construire une famille, malgré les guerres, les conspirations, les intrigues et les rivalités amoureuses.

Réalis° très très esthétique (avec super visuels, décors, costumes, cadrages) mais une utilisation abusive des ventilateurs pour certains personnages :)
Jolis OST, épiques. Petit bug cpdt qd un spectacle "quian+flûte" devient "cordes+piano+violon+hautbois" :) :)

Ton très très "Comedy" jusqu'au 25-30e épisode. Devient + sérieux et + profond (inondations, conspirations, etc.) ensuite.
Excellents acteurs, qui vivent les personnages, et donnent envie d'être indulgent face aux longueurs dans certains passages.

Leia Mais

Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious

This was freaking Awesome! The first half of ML acting childish was hard to watch but the growth was amazing. I enjoyed every bit, especially the Grandfather and FL's Nephew scenes. Give it a try, and you won't regret it. I will say they could have changed some parts in the ending.

FL's cousin (Wang Churan) could have chosen not to drink the poison and instead escape. Qiu Shui wouldn't have been killed and would have lived a nice life with Hu Qing. I would have paid to see the Qiu sisters and Fl all with their kids having fun reminiscing the past. Sadly most dramas have to end with a few characters' misfortunes. Oh and I forgot to mention ML's Tongfang were amazing they actually for the first time showcased harmony in a harem. ML's concubine, the only one he had turned out to be evil ( might be a strong word) died too quickly and I wanted to see some exchange of arguments or repentance from her.

Leia Mais

Ughhh...

I am not a fan of Peter Sheng full stop. His acting at best is 4; wooden, expressionless, monotone, fake beta male, and not interesting at all. Meanwhile, Sandra Ma character was a famous strong general that gathered admiration, loyalty, love, powerful, and smart. How could a beta male Zhao YuJin could compete with that Alpha female General Ye Zhao? Married by arrangement, 2 concubines, mother, sister in-law, brother all in the same premises giving this poor general how to be a good wife (and daughter in law) to a spoil-rotten weak Zhao YuJin. All things considered, scene where Zhao YuJin danced in female garments was scarier than bloody-gut wrenching fighting scene, worst than a drag queen...with clothing disarray with other beta male friends...not that he wasn't pretty enough...because he didn't know to act. He looked like having great time orgies. I stayed until episode 14, long enough to endured Peter Sheng, finally drop it. Not worth to watch...I move on to something else better.

Leia Mais

Hidden gem

This is one of my absolute favorite cdramas ever. That's why never trust ratings. A fl that doesn't need anyone's help a believable heroine not stick thin fl that looks she could breaks in two if she is touched by a finger and needs saving from the ml all the time. What a refreshing drama, to this day I can't find a similar drama and I am so sick of the baby like very feminine, very slim female characters in cdramas that are so overpowered by the mls like what's the fun in that!! I loved the ml supportive side and now their love story was a slow burn for him. We need more female badass generals. I love mulan and this is as close to mulan as it gets.. It has its quirky, comedy moments and it heartbreaking ones. Just perfection

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