Drama Digest
This drama is set in old times. It takes us back to the time in the Republic of China when it was experiencing new inventions and discoveries that would contribute to its growth and development. It particularly focuses on Murong family who are central to the story of this drama.
The Feel-Good Part
The show is centrally focused on the families as they navigate through thick and thin, and as such, leaves one feeling warm and comforted throughout the time they watch this show.
The Disappointing Factor
There are no flaws in this show. It appears to have episodes that have a long running time, which can be a turn off at times.
In-Depth Analysis
The show is set in the very initial years of the Republic of China. It follows two generations of the Murong family and is centrally focused on their lives. The Murong family is primarily focused on their business, which mainly involves setting up of factories. It showcases their ups during the growth of the Republic of China, which aims to become a nation by showcasing its factory prowess and their downs, which cause them to experience the damage and hardships due to the Sino-Japanese war.
Star Power
Han Vivien as Su Yu Qing, Chunyu Shan Shan as Murong Bo, Li You Bin as Teacher Dong, portray their roles wonderfully. They deliver dialogues that are in line with the story and capture the true essence of what it was like to live in those times. They display their relationships and make it feel like they’ve known each other for years, even though they have just been cast as actors for those roles.
Overall Opinion
The Builders is a great watch for those looking for a different cdrama that does not follow the generic cdrama story line. It beautifully captures what its viewers would expect it to.
