In this pod, we dive into two recent Chinese costume drama releases - “The Princess’s Gambit” 桃花映江山 and “A Dream Within A Dream” 书卷一梦. A political intrigue that takes everything seriously vs. a meta parody where nothing is sacred, these shows couldn’t be more different. Yet, they somehow also resemble each other in uncanny ways. Listen in as we discuss our early impressions and ruminate on whether either show has real staying power.

(00:31) Introduction & Overview
(04:19) The Princess’s Gambit early impressions
(16:59) A Dream Within A Dream early impressions
(28:47) Further ruminations on both dramas and beyond

Disclaimer: Our podcast chats are intended to be casual banter in the name of good fun. There may be jokey remarks and tangents. Don’t take anything said too seriously, and no offense is ever intended!

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Music by penguinmusic - “Better Day” from Pixabay

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