Wishing Upon the Shooting Stars (Taiwanese Series)

Review Wishing Upon the Shooting Stars (Taiwanese Series)

It is refreshing when Asian production companies attempt something unconventional and succeed in delivering a story that feels original. While the opening episodes of this fantasy romance are delightful and feature a concept that catches you off guard in a positive way, the narrative begins to unravel as you progress, devolving into a mess of…

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