Category: updates

  • suddenly had another bit of an idea?

    long time no see!! i really can’t believe it’s been almost a year. been a bit out of this whole writing and blogging thing right now but trying my best to make a comeback (and a continuous one this time after my failed one back last summer). i suddenly thought of something i could do…

  • The Story of Minglan (知否知否)

    rated 10 / 10 genre Historical, Romance directed by Zhang Kaizhou starring Zhao Liying, Feng Shaofeng, Zhu Yilong no. of episodes 78 ✦ • ·················· • ✦ • ·················· • ✦ Originally a novel, The Story of Minglan differs from other historical dramas in its focus on family and social politics in ancient China instead…

  • Three Kingdoms 2010 (三国)

    Like The Qin Empire, this 2010 show brings a new side to history that will change many minds about the topic. While expanding creatively on each character and scene’s detail, it does not lose the overall sense and accuracy of a genuinely historical drama. As I watched, I felt like I was witnessing all of…

  • Letter to a Social Studies Teacher: Why Three Kingdoms Should Be Included in 7th-Grade Curricula

    Dear XXX, It has been pleasurable for me to be in your class this year; I have learned a great deal about the world’s past. However, I write to suggest that an underemphasized area of history  — specifically, Chinese history — is taught next year, since it would be extremely helpful if covered in far…

  • Marry My Husband

    I’ve had my doubts about this webtoon. After my disappointing read of True Beauty, I wasn’t sure if I was ready to read another one focused purely on romance. Luckily, Marry My Husband has not disappointed me. It’s only over forty episodes in, but thus far, it’s been quite fun. Most importantly, it’s romantic but…

  • Keep Running (奔跑吧)

    The show started off great, and it remained great for quite a while. The original cast consisted of Deng Chao, Chen He, Li Chen, Zheng Kai, Angelababy, Wang Zulan, and Wang Baoqiang, a perfect group that had great dynamics. Even when Wang Baoqiang was swapped out with Bao Bei’er and eventually Lu Han, the show…