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Falling for Innocence is a good kdrama. The best way I can put it is that it's solid. I don't have much to complain about, if anything at all. So why didn't I rate it higher? Emotional attachment/connection to the story and characters plays a big role in my ratings, and while I did immensely enjoy the characters (except the second male lead ugh) and wanted the best for them, this drama did not impact me emotionally in the slightest. I didn't get the feels. I can't walk away from this drama saying it means something to me. It is enjoyable though, I was never bored, and it's quite entertaining. I found myself laughing out loud quite a bit.
What I did walk away with from this drama is a love for Jung Kyung Ho. He is fantastic! At the beginning of the drama, his character, Kang Min Ho, is a rude, arrogant, vicious businessman in the money-lending business (I'm not sure what his exact title was) out for revenge against his uncle who stole his father's company. Turns out that Min Ho doesn't have much time to live, because he suffers from the same heart condition that killed his father. With only a 1% chance, Min Ho is lucky to get a heart transplant. But with this new heart, he has a drastic change in personality (though i don't really think it's drastic) and ends up falling in love with his donor's fiancée. It sounds so cheesy and gag-worthy, but it's really not. It's a really cute story about appreciating the life you have, redemption, and love. This drama also has a lot of really great quotes, such as "happiness may seem to pass by, but sadness passes by too."
The acting and cast was great, music was really cute (could definitely get stuck in your head), but I honestly don't ever see myself rewatching this drama. Maybe a couple scenes, but not the whole thing again. Not to say that it's a bad drama, but that emotional connection is missing for me.
My minor complaints about Falling for Innocence is the ending. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't good either. I felt it was pretty lazy, like the writers just feel like coming up with a way to explain how the leads ended up where they did. And I have no problem suspending disbelief, but if Lee Joon Hee (the antagonist) really didn't want to get caught, why didn't he get rid of the thing that got him caught. (Lol I know I'm being ambiguous but I don't want to spoil anyone). Also, the title of this drama is weak as hell. Like, I get it, but they could have chosen something much much better.
Overall, not a bad drama at all. More than decent in it's own right. I'd recommend to anyone who really loves rom-coms (like me).
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Nothing epic but unexpectedly entertaining
Unexpectedly entertaining. If you're looking for something light but not senseless to watch, then this is for you.The plot of the story was nothing new. It's the typical dominant ML and the pretty girl next door FL. They've met.. they've clashed.. they've bonded.. then they fall in love.
Even with these classic formula, it still worked because it is well written and was portrayed by good actors. The characters were also realistic enough to make it relatable. Also the story didn't dragged on for too long, it didn't have much filler episodes/scenes.
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You can tell how it’ll go.
Honestly speaking, I could predict each and every thing happening before it did so it was quite boring for me. Felt like dropping it so many times but continued on watching it because the main actor has great acting skills and made it funny sometimes.I’ll give credit to the actors and actresses, they did well; other than that, the storyline was very typical. I think most people would know what would happen just watching the first episode, or even the first 30 minutes of it.
I don’t usually write reviews but I just had to let that out..,
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The BGM really resembled that of Healer's, which I enjoyed. The acting by the leads was top notch. I watched this for the romance and not for the business / corporate takeover aspects. The beginning of the drama had a good story flowing but became a mess towards the end of the drama as the writers tried to wrap everything up neatly in the last 2 episodes. However, the ending felt rushed and as a viewer, I felt robbed of the potential cute romantic scenes between the leads... I would have been more satisfied if I got to watch more cute scenes by the leads.
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Story
The story is not a very original plot to begin with, but I don’t think that has to be considered a bad thing. More importantly to me is the pace, which felt good. Not too slow, not too ridiculously fast. It’s very obviously Romance with a touch of comedy, so obviously there’s going to be a lot of that in the plot. The first 7 episodes didn’t really grab me empathetically (might be my personal problem so don’t weigh this comment too heavily), but around episode 8 I started getting more into it.
There were scenes that really got to me, especially one during episode 12, 15 and 16. I think the writers and cast did wonderful in getting the feel of it right. I got to admit that during the second half of this drama, I laughed and cried a lot. Much of that thanks to the amazing acting.
The only real critics I have, is that I would have liked to see more development in the female lead’s character. Comparing her from where she began to where she ended.. I feel like her development was very small. So when it comes to connection – I don’t really feel connected to her. But hey, that’s fine. All the more attention for Jung Kyung! ;)
And next to that I felt the last episode was a little lacking in explaining a thing or two. Yes, it gives closure, but I feel like I'm left with a few unsolved questions regarding a matter I won't spoil.
As a final note - the story really sets you thinking. So despite it being pretty simple a story, there is definitely lots of emotion going on. For me - it made me think a lot about living life and what it can mean. It gives you a new perspective.
Acting/Cast
The cast did a good job and I have no critics on their acting. The only thing I personally wasn’t sure of was the chemistry between the male lead and the female lead but that can be subjective. I loved Jung Kyung Ho as Kang Min Ho. But I’m not sure if I liked Kim so Yeon as Kim Sun Jeong as much. She felt a bit flat to me, especially compared to Kang Min Ho who I felt had many more layers. Though looking back at the story, I think that’s not her fault. She played the role she was given fine, but her character didn’t have half as much development as some others.
Either way – Their acting was good. The characters all had their flaws and strengths and like every human had to deal, reflect and develop accordingly. (But Kang Min Ho far more than Kim Sun Jeong.)
As for the character Kang Min Ho. I did at times find him too abusive in his behavior. This was mainly at the very beginning. And how Kim Sun Jeong kept swallowing this… I don’t know – I would have been more put off by it maybe? But I do see the loveable sides of Kang Min Ho, so eventually that started to make up for it for me. This feeling was forgotten during the second half of the drama.
Can I just say how amazing Jung Kyung’s acting is? He made me fall in love with his character so totally. He was the perfect mix between a man and a boy at the best of times. The comedy scenes he did were so natural! He often had me laugh with him and having a boyfriend doing such cute things in such a natural way like he did here – that’s many a girl’s dream, no doubt.
Music & sound
I can’t say the music popped out for me personally. It suited the mood just fine, but there was no song that got stuck in my head as I watched it.
As for sound – I was constantly annoyed by the squeaking of chairs. I think the mics picked up on that sound a little too well for my taste. But maybe that’s nitpicking.
Rewatch Value
If you want a romantic ride without too many twists and thoughts, this is definitely a good one to watch it again. As for me? Right now I’m not too sure I will. There is nothing new to find for a second watch. The only thing I might watch it for a second time would be Jung Kyung Ho’s acting. Especially the moments where he jokes around.
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Just watch it.
You'll never get bored with this one.
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What I like most about the series was the male leads personality, his acting and charisma. What I disliked was it seemed to lack a bit in the chemistry area. Our female lead was always serious, all business and somewhat distant. Her character was an extreme opposite vibe than the other cast members. She did smile about 2 or 3 times.
Overall good series.
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not a masterpiece but I was surprisingly hooked.
the main picture advertising this drama is misleading . the storyline in simple but it is not a "romantic comedy" as depicted.there is a sort of romantic triangle ( not really) but is more on the tragic side than the comedic one.
the story revolves around the main fl whose is engaged to a police officer.
they both share a common friend which has always being in love with the main protagonist.
the police officers loses his life but his heart gets transplanted into the FL's boss.
the drama mainly revolve around the this "heart" and the wrongdoings big corporation are willing to commit in order to make money.
this series has not really big explosive moments but it manages to keep you entertained until the last single episode which is not a given for Korean dramas. they usually tend to fizzle off near to end but this was interesting enough.
the acting is good even though I personally didn't feel any "romantic connection" between the main actors. it looked like they were comfortable with each other bu no sparks detected.
overall is a good watch.
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