For the good parts - I totally fell in love with Wang So and his character (and Lee Joon-gi in the role, he was so on point, anymore and it'd become a black hole and swallowed the universe). He was just the type of anti-hero I love in my romance - misunderstood, issues abound, yet mindful of others, caring, with a soft spot for our heroine. Seeing him get out of himself and his character ark was one of my favorite parts of the drama, though I could've done without the last couple of episodes which rocked my love of him somewhat. He did make up for it in the end, but then the end had so many other issues that.. meh. I REALLY want a second season of this because I feel like we still haven't seen the best of Wang So, and what he could be. I'd also LOVE to see him in the modern age. Basically, I rooted for him from the beginning and though the love story was a sloooow burn (understatement), I just really want to see him be happy and have a worthy romance with Hae Soo.
On that note, I found Hae Soo lovely. She was spunky when she needed to be, but she was also a deeply compassionate person and her relationship with the brothers was one of the highlights of the drama for me. Seeing them through her eyes I really got to care for all of them, even those I didn't really like at first. The problem I had was that because her ark with Wook was so long (and done really well), I started resenting her at a point because Wang So was my main man and it felt like she didn't really reciprocate his feelings until very late in the drama. And then... yeah.
Wasn't really expecting that ending (I guess I should've read up on the storyline first before I committed to watching), but I'll take it and hold my breath for more someday.
Was this review helpful to you?
This review may contain spoilers
The Best KDrama I've Ever Seen- detailed character analysis below
Scarlet Heart: Ryeo was the first Asian drama I ever saw and since then I have never seen anything that has topped it in my heart. No other show has made me cry as many tears, think back as longingly, analyze as critically, or rewatch as many times as Scarlet Heart. Watch out, this review is gonna be long.STORY:
Frankly, to all those who say the plot was choppy and didn't develop the characters, I don't understand you. I could write a critical analysis describing the trajectory of every single character. Literally. All of them. Every character has someone they want to love and protect, and ultimately someone they lose (see my list of the full cast at the bottom). And therein lies the tragedy to me of Scarlet Heart: There is no single villain bent solely on hurting other people, and yet there is also no one who achieves a happy ending. Moreover, there is a lot written in the small moments, in a single shot that may not seem relevant on your first watch. For instance, *MAJOR SPOILER* in episode 3 or 4 when Chae Ryung if being whipped, the 9th prince looks worried for a moment. Why does the camera pan to him? How is he relevant? It is not until the last episode that you learn the 9th prince and Chae Ryung were in love throughout the show. *END SPOILER* But it is small details like that that flesh out the characters, their relationships, their hopes, and their dreams. To me, the plot is entirely character-driven, focused on the decisions each individual makes rather than external incidents, and that's one reason it's so captivating.
CHARACTERS:
HAE SOO. MY PRECIOUS. I see a lot of reviews on here saying she's not empowered/strong, and that she's only happy-go-lucky with no other personality. Have you watched the show??? First of all, her "cheerfulness." People can have cheerful personalities without being naive, and I think Hae Soo showcases this excellently. Moreover, her fear, trauma, and depression increases as the show develops, until *MAJOR SPOILER* she literally dies of heart break and stress. *END SPOILER* Second of all, something I LOVE about this show is that an empowered woman does not need to be the smartest or the physically strongest or the cleverest. Hae Soo respects herself, and she respects the people around her. As she says in the first episode, "I'm smart, and I learn quickly." She adapts to her circumstances while protecting herself and those she cares for. She knows what she's good at and she uses her skills to affect her circumstances. Hae Soo is not a character who waits for people to save her, who just docilely goes along with what she's told. I mean, in episode 5 *MINOR SPOILER* she literally almost kills herself rather than marry the king. *END SPOILER*. She does not know martial arts. She is not politically savvy. But she doesn't let people walk over her, and she holds true to her values. *MAJOR SPOILER* She leaves the palace in order to free herself from a terrible, toxic relationship, even though she is still in love and does not want to end the relationship. *END SPOILER* To me, that is the epitome of strength, far more than the KDrama cliches of a woman who is in the top of her field in order to be "empowered."
Wang So- Wang So does carry a cliche of mommy problems. But what I love about SHR is that he doesn't "get over" his issues when he falls in love with a "nice girl." The intense abuse he suffers at the hand of his mother and adopted parents carries through all of his decisions, ultimately leading to *MAJOR SPOILER* his toxic relationship and breakup with Hae Soo. *END SPOILER* He does have a good heart, and he wants to be loved and respected and do the right thing. However, when he feels that love slipping, he grasps onto it however he can, even though that may hurt people, because he is so viscerally afraid of being abandoned and made an outcast. And though he originally seeks the throne for love, if that was his only reason he would have dropped it. Rather, as the central theme of Scarlet Heart portrays, eventually the throne casts its spell over him and he succumbs to pure and simple greed, fooling himself all the while that he is doing it "for love" or "to help people." No, babe. You're doing it cause you're greedy, and that's why you ultimately lose so much.
Wang Wook- I was in love with Wang Wook episodes 1-11. That's more than half the show. However, I eventually realized that Wang Wook is a coward, and then I see his cowardice in all his actions. Yet just like Wang So hid his greed under "true love," Wang Wook hides his cowardice under "doing the right thing." *MINOR SPOILERS* If Wook really wanted to do the right thing, he wouldn't have pursued Hae Soo while married. He would have married Hae Soo sooner after Lady Hae's death. He would have told Hae Soo honestly, "Hey, my sister has black mailed me, and so I can't protect you or continue this relationship. I'm so sorry." (hello Hae Soo would have understood and respected him for it.) If he wanted to do the right thing, he would not have used such awful, jealous, petty methods to chase the throne. *END SPOILERS* Rather, Wang Wook is always afraid to make a ripple, always afraid of how people will view him, and he is always afraid of losing his comfort and security. He hides behind books and righteousness to keep from having to make choices and actions, and this becomes the pattern that leads Wang Wook into a greedy, selfish mindset himself.
Aside from the three main characters, all the other characters have tragic desires and losses as well that I could examine in full detail. Instead at the end of the review I listed all the characters along with what they fought to protect, and what they lost.
To me, this is the romance and the tragedy of Scarlet Heart.
OTHER NOTES:
Music - This is one of my favorite OSTs ever. I think the rapping adds a harsh element to the scenes, and it's not like the characters hear the background music, so I don't see why it's a historical inaccuracy. As many mentioned, I Will Be Back rings like the tolling church bells whenever a character dies, adding a somber tone and a moment of reflection for every major death.
Directing- I took off half a point for acting because I do think the director does too many facial close-ups during non-dramatic scenes. I think that even though the actors were all great, highlighting their smallest facial movements like that is a disservice to most of them.
Court Lady Oh + King Taejo- I want to mention these two specifically because I think their love story is the most tragic in the entire show, even more tragic than the main characters. I also think their story is incredibly important, as it is essentially a foreshadowing of Hae Soo and Wang So. We learn about Court Lady Oh and King Taejo's romance right at the turning point between Wook and So, right at the turning point where the story begins to take a darker note. At this point, Court Lady Oh essentially tells Hae Soo (and the audience) outright what the outcome of the story will be, but Hae Soo (and the audience) are convinced that she can do it differently, that this time it will be okay. Whenever I rewatch SHR, seeing Court Lady Oh and King Taejo makes the entire series flash before my eyes and I feel this sense of inevitability, that even with this explicit warning, the characters still took the paths that led to their demise.
FINAL THOUGHTS:
Scarlet Heart: Ryeo is a story about inevitability. It is a story about everyone trying so desperately to protect their loved ones that they lose themselves in greed, cowardice, and denial. It is a story about how flawed human nature can be, how good intentions does not mean there will be a good outcome. In my opinion, Wang So and Hae Soo loved each other truly, but you know what? Their relationship was still toxic. Just because love is real does not mean it is healthy, and Hae Soo was right to leave. And in the struggle for power, there are no winners, only losers.
Character List:
Wang So - wants Hae Soo, loses Hae Soo
Hae Soo - wants Wang So, loses Wang So
Wang Wook - wants Hae Soo, loses Hae Soo
Wang Yo - wants his mother's love, realizes he never had it
Baek Ah - wants Woo Hee, loses Woo Hee
Wang Eun - wants a carefree life, is caught in political intrigue
Wang Jeong - wants Hae Soo, loses Hae Soo (he comes the closest to happiness though)
Wang Mu - wants to be a good ruler, loses all of his sense in ruling
Wang Won - wants wealth, respect, and Chang Ryeo, loses all of the above
King Taejo - wants Court Lady Oh, loses Court Lady Oh
Empress Yoo - wants the king's love and power through her sons, loses all of the above
Princess Yeon Hwa - wants to protect her family, loses all respect and love from her family
Choi Ji Mong - wants Crown Prince Mu's happiness, loses Crown Prince Mu
General Park Gyeong - wants to protect his daughter and his kingdom, loses his daughter and watches the kingdom's downfall
Shin Ju Kang - wants power, is killed off as a traitor
Wang Ryeom - wants power, is killed off as a traitor
Park Yeong Kyu - wants power, is killed off as a traitor
Court Lady Oh - wants the king, loses the king
Empress Hwang Bo - wants to protect her children, watches her children destroy each other
Lady Hae - wants Wang Wook's love, doesn't receive it until after her death
Park Soon Duk - wants Wang Eun's love, doesn't receive it until her death
Chae Ryung - wants Wang Won and to protect Hae Soo's friendship, loses Wang Won and hurts Hae Soo
Woo Hee - wants Baek Ah and to protect her kingdom, loses Baek Ah in order to protect her kingdom
Was this review helpful to you?
This review may contain spoilers
SPOILER FREE : Tragedy is beautiful.....but only upto a limit........
Hi Guyssss, How to END a show ??????? Kill everyone.......no human being, no show.... : )No Hurry cuties, everyone will get a chance to die....come one by one.....
Jokes apart.....What this show lacks has been replinished in "Mr Queen". Don't waste your time, go watch that. I will never ever suggest this drama to anyone in my entire life, coz thats TREASON. My regret is immeasurable, my day is ruined.
This series is very realistic in potraying the hardship of life of people in early medieval age in China, specially misogyny. Its good in a way but its so much FREAKING realistic that it crossed the fine line between drama and the real world(Worse than "Heirs"). Here I thought dramas are meant to make us forget reality for sometime.
Such beautiful characters wasted.
Spolier Alert.....
EP 1-11 : (Rating : 9/10)
The first part of the show was more than fantastic.It gave me butterflies, made me cry, made me rewind so many scenes.
1) The walking in the snow scene was one of the best.
2) The scene where Wang Wook(8th Prince) was forced to betray Hae soo(his lover) is one of the most beautiful tragedy scenes ever written and acted upon. It broke my heart.
3) Wang So's makeup.
4) Wang So drinking poison.
5) Next was the scene where Wang So(4th Prince) covers Hae Soo from Rain.
6) The hanging of the head court lady.
EP 11-20 : (Rating : 0/100000)
Just half way in the series, right after the death of the first king, the moment I thought the series has started going downhill, it really did without an exception.
1) That scene was, when I saw that Hae soo is back in the place shamelessly and has completely resigned from her cheerful and quirky self, and acts like a well behaved, fully controlled, dignified, gentle GRANDMOTHER, always bowing down her head, also to the person she loves. A person from the mordern world would rather die than act this way. I FREAKING HATE these kind of romances. I can understand, huge suffering can make anyone like that. But does it need to be so real even in a TV show....like....SERIOUSLYY!!!
2) Every king(even Wang So) is a blood thirsty, power thirtly, unreasonable moron. Thus they go crazy after sitting on the throne and die. No tears, you deserved that morons. Lol.
3) Everyone kills everyone and then blames it on Hae Soo and Hae Soo be like "Oh yeah......I'm so sorry." There is no saving of a stupid girl who takes every blame on herself.
4) Everyone opposes Hae Soo's marraige but no one opposes Eun's marraige. Idk why Baek Kyung even signed for such a pathetic role.
The writer in the heat of writing forgot that she has to keep at least some people alive in the series for it to run . Still good for her, looks like the show ran just fine.
I'm not saying this show is funny........Medieval ages really had crazy men with no moral compass, women who didn't dare show any self respect, nonsense and horrifying torture methods and literally everything is treason. I'm just saying that its so realistic that I didn't enjoy it . Such beautiful characters wasted. Like what the hell did I just watch. I have been putting off this show for 2 years, guess I did right until yesterday.
Good night. --____--
Was this review helpful to you?
Koreans do it BETTER!
Cult K-drama of the Sageuk type, loosely based on the novel "Bubujingxin (步步驚心, 步步惊心)" by Tong Hua, 2005. As a Korean production, it is set in the kingdom of Taejo Goryeo (founder of the Goryeo dynasty, which ruled Korea from the 10th to the 14th century). Therefore, attempts were made to create different narrative solutions to adapt it to the customs and traditions of Korea during that historical period, and to avoid being a clone of the Chinese version from 2011. The Korean version is characterized by a compelling screenplay and meticulous set design, which together create an engaging and aesthetically immersive experience for the viewer.It was my first "historical" drama and, in my opinion, one of the most valuable Korean artistic productions, one of the best, if not the best, Asian TV series I've ever seen (it competes with LOST YOU FOREVER). An emotional rollercoaster, with solid performances, the protagonist's portrayal by the legendary "LEE JOON GI" is unparalleled, offering a charismatic and intense performance; the role was tailor-made for him, no one else could have done better. It is one of those rare cases where the character comes to life and exists as an autonomous identity, regardless of the actor, so well did the characterization align with the recognizable and unmistakable aesthetic of the performer.
The other characters are well-developed and portrayed by an exceptional cast. Hae Soo manages to convey the vulnerability and determination of her character. Other cast members, including Hong Jong Hyun, Kang Ha Neul, and Baekhyun, contribute to creating an engaging group dynamic.
The drama begins in a carefree and lighthearted manner, so much so that for the first few episodes, it feels like watching a Rom-Com that presents the story and its characters with the time travel trope. Various princes will play roles in this story, especially the fourth prince, ML, who makes a theatrical and noisy, almost tragic entrance, which is the direction's way of showcasing his impulsive, fiery, and furious traits. From the fourth episode onwards, the drama gradually becomes more serious, reaching its climax around the 15th-16th episodes. The love stories develop in a nuanced manner, allowing viewers to appreciate and understand every choice of the protagonist. The chemistry between the fourth prince and the protagonist is the best. In this regard, I’ve read about "fiery chemistry," but I primarily sensed that from the Male Lead; the Female Lead, although she was very competent in portraying her character, felt two steps below the confident and bold interpretation of the ML. Nevertheless, a powerful, visceral, and physical love story is illustrated, surpassing the platonic nature of the chaste Chinese version, which is much more political and less intimate. Their romance will be slow-burning, with “tsundere” nuances from him, but once he gives her his heart, he will be her confidant, her friend, her defender, with a courage and initiative that almost no one in his position would have (for example, the Chinese twin does not have this). This total, unconditional, wonderful, disarming love is represented with visually impactful scenes. The most famous and unforgettable is undoubtedly the moment when he shields her with his cloak in the rain.
The plot revolves around the conflict between the various princes, particularly Prince Wang So, known for his complex character and his painful, traumatic past. Go Ha Jin, played by Hae Soo, falls in love with him, but their love story is thwarted by political intrigues, rivalries among the princes, and the tragic fate awaiting many characters. The drama explores themes such as love, sacrifice, and power, offering an intense representation of human emotions. Overall, the story has a tight pace; it never drags or slows down, and nothing happens by chance: everything is meticulously planned, frame by frame, sequence by sequence. The character developments are all plausible, and their characterization is very good, with a consistent growth path.
Performance: The performances are very good from every character; perhaps the only one who showed some immaturity is Nam Joo-Hyuk, whose casting was not fitting due to the age of the actor in 2015 (when it was filmed). Considering that the 13th Prince was described in the story as a worldly man with savoir faire and immense self-confidence, Nam Joo-Hyuk was too physically immature to represent him credibly in 2016; today, in 2025, he would definitely do better, as he has grown tremendously in his acting abilities, bringing depth to the characters he portrays. Another actor who seemed much less effective compared to the cast is the Emperor.
Screenplay: The screenplay of "Moon Lovers" is written by Kim Kyu-tae and presents a dense narrative full of twists. The story explores themes such as love, trauma, the struggle for power as an attempt at maternal recognition or protection from others' abuses, sacrifice, and fate. The characterization of the characters is profound, each facing cognitive dissidence, moral dilemmas, and inner conflicts. The series stands out for the emotional intensity of its scenes and the dialogues that often reflect the tensions between personal desires and family duties. The dialogues are good, especially those that pertain to the romantic aspect between the protagonist and the female lead. His final speech in the last episode is unforgettable, showcasing his ability to emphasize certain points by changing the tone when enunciating some words rather than others. Another unforgettable line is, "Every time I come to you, all my problems seem to lighten. So how can I live without seeing you? If you don’t want to come to me, don’t give me hope. For me… it’s torture." “If it’s you, I can rely on you… Now I am yours.”
Set Design: The set design of "Moon Lovers" is one of the most meticulously crafted aspects of the production. The series was filmed in various locations, including historical sets and reconstructions of palaces, recreating the atmosphere of the Goryeo dynasty. The costumes are elaborate and highly detailed, accurately reflecting the different social classes and personalities of the characters. The choice of colors and materials contributes to creating a visually captivating and historically credible atmosphere. The locations include Ondal Tourist Park for the reconstruction of the palace where the Goryeo princes lived; Pocheon Art Valley, where the protagonist falls into the water and is transported to a past era; Baekje Cultural Land in Buyeo, the site of the Baekje Palace from the Three Kingdoms period; Ondal Grotto Cave, the limestone quarry where the Protagonist meets the eighth Prince and connects to the princes' baths. Other locations are Sabigung Palace, Neungsa Temple, Living Culture Village (showcasing various houses from different social classes during that era), and Wiryeseong Fortress, the first Korean government building and an ancient tomb palace.
Music: It is unanimously recognized, even by detractors, that the music has been pleasant and fitting; personally, they are not my favorite songs, but they contribute to characterizing the work, enriching it with emotional undertones. Especially "Say Yes" by Loco and Punch (the OST is available on Spotify by searching the title of the work) and "Forgetting You" by Davichi. Personally, I found the use of modern music (rap genre in some songs) in a historically themed drama somewhat mismatched, but in certain films, especially those by director Coppola, such solutions turn out to be interesting, albeit experimental.
Story: The portrayed characters are strongly humanized, with many liberties taken concerning the original novel, but this has not diminished its impact; rather, in my opinion, it has surpassed the limits in terms of emotional intensity and psychological resonance that in the original version must be decoded from actions. Moon Lovers is a punch to the gut, explaining each scene with emotional and tragic nuances that the Chinese version fails to achieve. Despite the free interpretations and a slightly different ending, the paths remain the same, especially regarding the two protagonists but with interesting twists: thanks to the pure, sincere, and selfless love of the protagonist, who redeems him from maternal emotional deprivations, the Protagonist will not become a bloodthirsty emperor but a far-sighted and benevolent ruler, just and correct toward the people. The protagonist, on the other hand, will faithfully follow the dramatic trajectory, with differing steps, of the Chinese twin: a lively, cheerful, dreamy, enthusiastic girl who, blow by blow, will evolve into a composed, reflective, constrained, melancholic woman until she fades completely, like a candle with a faint flame. It is also humanizing to portray how true love is not necessarily the first and how, throughout life, we encounter many people who, at one moment or another, manage to strike and attract us more than others.
Ending: This is a work so well-executed and lived, coherent in logic and actions, that a different ending would not have been as fitting as a happy ending, and you don’t even mind that it ends tragically because his despair, the bond with her, the memory of her that he cannot forget, and the expressive power of a letter that describes, declares, and unites make the final epilogue understandable and perfectly acceptable. Even in this aspect, which is often the Achilles' heel of dramas, the artistic validity of this work is demonstrated, which I recommend, acknowledging that it is not for everyone.
“Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo” is a work that effectively combines history, romance, and drama. Despite some criticisms regarding the conclusion of the story, the drama has left a lasting impression on the hearts of fans. If you are passionate about overwhelming love stories and historical dramas, this title is definitely worth watching.
Was this review helpful to you?
Besides that. Plot was very romance heavy. They took out all the despair and angst over the inherent unfairness of the imperial system our female lead suffers through and replaced it with romance angst. Which made the court intrigue bits extremely juvenile and hard to take seriously. The cheap costumes certainly didn't help with its seriousness.
The one shining spot in this effortful trashfire was the acting. Everyone brought their A game. Especially Lee Joon-Gi. He honestly should've won something. All the idol actors performed way above my expectations, and I was surprised how solid they all were. Which, inevitably, lent the whole production a quality of "they put a lot of effort into it, they tried really hard, but they veered off onto the wrong road in the first place and now there's no way to get them back." Also, all the male actors need to have better posture. You can't have any princely royal gravita if you're slouching all the time.
Was this review helpful to you?
For sensitive people like me, prepare tissue box hahaha ;)
Was this review helpful to you?
The story was decent. However it felt like the writers didn’t want to commit to a more political drama so they made the character’s motivations more personal. This ended up limiting the drama as those motivations were not always convincing. The script felt very rushed towards the end in contrast to the fullness of the character exploration in earlier episodes. It was also repetitive at times, rather than exploring new territory with the characters the same events ended up happening each time. The major issue with this drama is that while some characters progressed immensely, others remained two dimensional.
The cast was a mixed bag. Lee Joon Gi as Wang So was phenomenal. He did an amazing job portraying the emotion of his character and was persuasive. Unfortunately towards the end he was let down by the script that didn’t leave him enough room to show the change in Wang So’s motivations. IU was not convincing as Hae Soo. It felt like she could have been replaced by any other pretty face and the drama would have been fine if not better. Part of this is that Hae Soo was written as a character who has things done to her, as opposed to being a character that makes decisions for herself. This could have been made up for by a skilled actress who could have shown the depth of feelings outside the spoken dialog, instead however the viewer was given a blank slate. The rest of the cast was great but the script only allowed them to be two dimensional (e.g. angry ambitious character, bungling character who has all the power and connections, funny cute character forever changed by tragedy, and so on).
The music was on point but nothing remarkable.
Was this review helpful to you?
Most of the adaptation I have watched, oftenly are a let down to me. But this is an exception,and I would say this has been one of the the best adaptation if not the BEST adaptation of any drama that I have watched. I am a big fan of the original chinese version. I have scored the cdrama a perfect 10 and I will do the same with this korean version.
The story for me is perfect given that it has resemblance with history. The plot is engaging together with the characters. The writing has flaws but they are covered by great cinematography, costumes and acting. The setting is visually stunning! The pacing is just right given that it is historical in nature. I enjoyed watching how the plot are interspersed with each episodes. I think 20 episodes is enough to create a beautiful story of love, friendship and family ties!
Characterization is well written including the progression of the loveline! But what amazing in this drama are the actors, all of them acted brilliantly. I am surprised that IU has improved a lot especially towards the end of the drama. Two thumbs up to her and to all the prince (s).
Music is excellently chosen, they all stir the emotions and give more gravity to a scene.
Yes I am gonna rewatch but only for those light and feel good scenes and not those that rendered me heart-broken.
This is highly recommended drama, many layered of emotions, lots of twisted plots, great acting and grand visuals!
Was this review helpful to you?
Was this review helpful to you?
I thought the best part of this drama was Lee Joon Gi and his portrayal of Wang So. Wang So is my ideal drama lead. He's incredibly sad, has a laundry list of deep personal issues, and underneath it all a heart of gold. He is desperately lonely throughout the majority of the show and any time he seems to clutch happiness it's ripped away from him. I love anything sad so this is perfect for me. Lee Joon Gi captured my heart in this drama. I cried even when he smiled. I cried for three straight days and still cry when I listen to Will Be Back. I watched this drama over a year ago and yet I still think about it constantly. Most of those thoughts revolve around Wang So; that is truly how compelling I found him. Watching the character development So goes through was amazing. He is almost unrecognizable in the 16th episode compared to the 1st. The adorable moments with IU's Hae Soo brought the character fully to life. I truly believed in their love by the drama's conclusion. They made me want that love for myself.
On the note of Hae Soo her character is also worth discussing. I am a huge IU fan. I say that outright because my analysis of her acting will undoubtedly be influenced by my opinions of her as a singer. I personally thought Hae Soo was adorable. Her interactions with all the princes was very sweet and she had a very kind disposition. That being said I know IU is not the world's best actress. Hae Soo as a character was also very stagnant and had the misfortune of being the 'positive thinking female in the face of adversity' trope come to life; literally nothing that happened could break her spirit and it eventually came off as rather ridiculous. She was also unfortunately caught in a reverse harem that I wanted no part of. I chose to ignore this and focus on the main romance but I can see this being a major annoyance for some. Overall I felt she served her function well and highlighted So, the princes, and the plot perfectly.
Overall I loved this drama for the little moments. The brotherly interactions with the princes, the private scenes of love, the small gestures of kindness and warmth between all of the characters. The plot as a whole was nothing spectacular and the ending leaves a sour unfinished taste in one's mouth. Even with all of that I loved this show. The princes were funny, cute, melancholy, sweet, loving, caring, devious, and everything in between and Hae Soo (mostly) lived my dream. If you're looking for a fun light hearted drama that is 30% sad, 20% funny, 20% heart warming, and 30% meme this is the right one for you.
Was this review helpful to you?
I wanted to love this I really did, but the story was just terrible. The first half I found very childish and shallow and then the second half is full of angst and confusion. Now don't get me wrong I'm fine with angst in melodramas....as long as they make logical sense or have something important to convey to the audience. However at the end of this drama I was just left with so many questions and things did not add up at all in the last couple of episodes.
You should really avoid this drama, I wish I had.
Was this review helpful to you?
Was this review helpful to you?
