I am a fan of mystery and suspense so Ipersonally like this series a lot. It is a bit mysterious and kind of action packed series. But I'll tell you this series is packed with a lot of humor. It keeps up the level of humor every second in the series. Its a series with lot of unpredictable dialogues and scenes. Though this series tends to be serious but everytime you think the consequence and the upcoming scenes to be serious it gets you burst out with little laughter with the characters' humorous scenes or dialoges. Its a must watch for those who like superpower, parallel world genres but don't wanna get to emotional. It will keep you up most of the nights to bingewatch.
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Your Typical but More Engaging Teen Flick
yilixzhan100516 February 2021
Warning: Spoilers
With 30 episodes of 22mins each episode, Super Star Academy is a light watch kind of drama. Think of it as a romcom about teens with powers based on the Zodiac signs.
First of all, viewers must not expect much out of an idol drama. Think of the actors as amateurs, some do have the potential and some still needed a lot of work. This is every idol's first time and, of course, this is bound to receive criticism.
Objectively though, the producer did well to work with the talents he is provided. The story is ridiculous but that is exactly the point. Ad placements are also everywhere in this drama but I tolerated it because I didn't have high expectations for this since I already knew this is amateur work. Still, it gained some popularity back in the day, I've heard.
One fun fact I only found out later is that the producer did a cameo in the drama. Wanna find out about it? Check out the drama and see if you can figure it out. ;)
First of all, viewers must not expect much out of an idol drama. Think of the actors as amateurs, some do have the potential and some still needed a lot of work. This is every idol's first time and, of course, this is bound to receive criticism.
Objectively though, the producer did well to work with the talents he is provided. The story is ridiculous but that is exactly the point. Ad placements are also everywhere in this drama but I tolerated it because I didn't have high expectations for this since I already knew this is amateur work. Still, it gained some popularity back in the day, I've heard.
One fun fact I only found out later is that the producer did a cameo in the drama. Wanna find out about it? Check out the drama and see if you can figure it out. ;)
Weird masterpiece but don't take it too serious
ChongqingPride16 February 2021
I know that many people think that this drama is ridiculous and silly, but it's so bad that it actually makes it brilliant. It's not simply a youth drama, it's more a parody. And as that, it's a weird masterpiece. There's a lot of puns here and really comical moments but it doesn't lack moving and dramatic scenes. The dynamics between the main couple is worth following, the actors did very well. It was the first Xiao Zhan drama and he already showed his big potential creating a character of Fang Tianze, who may seem cold and pompeous, but inside is a sensitive and kind-hearted person. If you want to watch a drama which is very funny and quite dramatic this drama is for you, but don't take it too seriously.
Interesting Astrology connection highlights this fun Academy drama!
leticia-1304816 May 2020
I really found this show fun to watch! The action takes place in an Academy where Astrology dictates the powers of others. Yet all the drama of bullying, being the new kid, romance, cliques and school antics occurs. Xiao Zhan and other members of The C-Pop band XNINE are amongst the cast. They do many of their own stunts and add a fresh faced youthfulness to the series!
Perfect for mystery buffs and those who like to solves crimes or who done its!
leticia-1304816 May 2020
I am a real mystery buff and love everything from mystery bed and breakfast weekends, to mystery dinners and shows with old school detectives or mystery games and puzzles! This series felt like I was immersed in the best of them. I was right there solving the mystery with them. Xiao Zhan plays one of the characters but everyone is busy solving the mystery on the train even as they are playing their roles. It was much more complicated yo solve than I anticipated but so much fun watching them all try to follow the clues. I felt like Agatha Christy might pop out sny minute because of the authentic feeling the train lent to the action. This show will challenge the viewer but keep them absorbed. Xiao Zhan was especially a joy to watch because each episode he always seemed so eager to solve the mystery while playing out the character but I found everyone on the show really interesting as characters!
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