Some critics note:
However, none of these detract from the overall “extra quality” classification. the legend of condor heroes 2017 extra quality
The 2017 adaptation of Jin Yong's (Louis Cha) classic wuxia novel The Legend of the Condor Heroes (originally broadcast as The Legend of the Condor Heroes 2017, also known as The Legend of the Condor Heroes: The Legend Begins) is widely regarded by fans and critics as an "extra quality" production. This term, used colloquially in drama communities, signifies a benchmark above standard wuxia remakes. The 52-episode series, directed by蒋家骏 (Jiang Jiajun) and produced by Monkey Pickles Media, distinguished itself through a return to practical cinematography, martial arts realism, high-fidelity character casting, and deep respect for the source material. Some critics note:
Prior to 2017, wuxia dramas faced criticism for: However, none of these detract from the overall
The 2017 Condor Heroes was produced as a deliberate counterpoint to these trends, aiming for a "back-to-basics" yet high-quality approach.
For decades, the 1983 adaptation starring Felix Wong was considered untouchable. However, nostalgia aside, the 1983 version took massive liberties with the plot (e.g., giving Yang Kang a redemptive arc that didn't exist). The 2017 Extra Quality lies in its fidelity.
The 2017 screenwriter, Shen Yu, went back to the original 1957-1959 text. Key scenes previously omitted or truncated were restored: