As the prequel to what’s been called “Chinese Lord of the Rings”, The Longest Promise has the stunning sets, costumes, and magic to match, but not the worldbuilding or storytelling. The world of Yun Huang has familiar magical fantasy elements, as well as a royalty romance plotline where different tribes and communities vie for power in the continent. However, the way these elements are introduced makes it hard for new viewers to follow, particularly those unfamiliar with the Mirror book series it is based on. It’s still an entertaining watch, especially for fans of the fantastic xianxia genre.
Genre: Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
Actor: Fang Yilun, Han Dong, Li Mingde, Lu Yuxiao, Ren Min, Wang Churan, Wang Ziqi, Xiao Zhan, Ye Shengjia
Director: Jiang Jia Jun