It is adapted from the real life story of the renowned Venetian explorer Marco Polo and distributed by Netflix.
A director from Game of Thrones was involved in the filming, with the total investment for the entire season reaching a whopping 60 million US dollars, surpassing that of the first season of Game of Thrones.
It's no exaggeration to say that the scale of the sex scenes is absolutely on par with Game of Thrones...
The story primarily revolves around the Asian journey of the Venetian explorer Marco Polo.
Marco Polo was a young man brimming with curiosity and a thirst for exploration. Dissatisfied with the known world, he yearned to explore the unknown East.
As a result, he embarked on an overland journey across Asia, eventually reaching the territory of China's Yuan Dynasty. His travel experiences were documented in The Travels of Marco Polo, which became a crucial window for Westerners to learn about the East.
Marco Polo's journey was fraught with various adventures and challenges. He first traversed the heartland of the Assassins and conducted in-depth investigations. During this process, he not only had to confront complex situations and harsh natural environments but also contend with various enemies, including local indigenous people, hostile forces, and other explorers.
Subsequently, Marco Polo gradually became acquainted with the court life of the Yuan Dynasty. With his intelligence, wisdom, and fearlessness, he gained the appreciation and trust of Kublai Khan, and was invited to attend the court banquets and celebrations of the Yuan Dynasty.
At the court, he met many important figures, including the Mongol queen and princess (played by Joan Chen and Zhu Zhu), and got involved in the power struggles between the Song and Yuan dynasties.
Furthermore, Marco Polo delved into exploring the mysterious Oriental culture. He was captivated by the unique architecture, art, religion, and philosophy of the East, constantly learning and experiencing different cultures and lifestyles. These experiences not only broadened his horizons but also enabled him to gain a deeper understanding and knowledge of the East.
However, Marco Polo's journey was not plain sailing. He encountered predicaments such as wars, diseases, natural disasters, and man-made obstacles in various parts of Asia. But he always maintained firm faith and courage, kept moving forward, and finally completed his Asian journey.
The entire series consists of 10 episodes, each with an independent story. In addition, the visual effects in the series are stunning, and the historical research is rigorous and meticulous. While watching, it directly transports us into a real and vivid medieval Asian world.
Overall, Marco Polo is not only an American TV series full of adventure and exploration spirit but also an epic masterpiece. It not only showcases Marco Polo's personal growth and journey but also presents the collision and exchange between Eastern and Western cultures.
After watching this series, you can not only gain an in-depth understanding of the history and culture of medieval Asia but also feel the charm and uniqueness of different cultures.
In a word, it is well worth watching.
