Drama Review: Decisive Victory

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Rating

★★★★

Duration

0 Hrs 45 Mins

Episodes

35

Drama Digest

The major battles of Liaoshen, Huaihai and Pingjin, decided the fate of China as these battles were the first being telecasted for the first time by the Chinese Television industry. The peace after The second Sino-Japanese war is still awaited, where Mao Ze Dong went to Chongqing to participate in the peace treaty. On the other hand, the army is sent to make war preparations for an attack. The Northeast became the focus after the War of Liberation broke out in 1946, between the Kuomintang and the Communist Party. They changed their strategy, so now how did the Chinese People Liberation army decide for welfare?

The Feel-Good Part

The good part of this series is the uniqueness and the freshness this series brings with itself. The story written for this series is smooth and doesn’t have many plot holes. The background score and music is impressive, and it creates another depth and dimension to the overall story and the scene. The casting was excellent and impactful. The spin of a classic hero versus villain in a detective format is not seen a lot unless shown with poor accuracy. The story format of historical events brings more awareness to the audience. This show works wonders balancing both poles of fun and seriousness fairly.

The Disappointing Factor

This drama lacks cliches, and the male lead, both the positive and negative lead is unproblematic. The side characters, like the warriors in the war and the other generals and important men and women, are supportive and different from the other cringe dramas. The various ways both the Chinese Liberation army and the group supporting Mao Ze Dong adopt to fight against this villain involved in illegal practices is applauded. They are determined and focused on their job and are curious to know the truth, which can get boring and mainstream for many people.

In-Depth Analysis

This drama doesn’t have any love triangles, last-minute breakups or misunderstandings. This differentiates this drama from all other ones. The chemistry between the side and the main characters is innocent. The male lead knows the past struggles and pains of the other characters, and it is nice that he cares about him after all. The supporting characters have complimented the main leads, and has improved the overall quality of the series. All the male and female leads are impressive and competent for the characters they are playing.

Star Power

The male leads are very promising with good acting skills. The usual skills of becoming a high-profile bureaucrat working against such a big case makes Mao capable of being accurate and specific, which shows he has rehearsed and learned about this before shooting for the drama. The good part is the major plot twist they have brought as a special. This special accompanies the main series around the two detectives, all the characters wanting peace and tranquillity and the opposition party wanting war, for which they are fighting, gives their character a new depth and dimension. The situation of politics and greed for money is shown extensively.

Overall Opinion

A magical experience for suspense lovers! It is a worthwhile watch.