If you need a cardio-workout alternative, this one’s for you
Story:This drama is incredibly gripping—you’ll find yourself hooked after every episode. It’s packed with thrills and suspense, with no dragging moments at all. Even the side romance works well; the chemistry feels real, and the subtle gestures are enough. No kisses needed—just the way Cheng Yi looks at the female lead says everything. His micro-expressions alone convey a deep, genuine love.
Acting:
The entire cast delivers excellent performances. Everyone feels sharp, smart, and cunning, perfectly embodying their roles and the tense world of espionage.
Overall:
This is such an underrated drama. Give it a chance—you’ll be hooked by episode 4, I promise.
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Watch because of Cheng Yi, then captivated by the story
This drama serves it purpose as a thriller and mysteri drama. The viewers will guess who the rdal villain from the first episode. Very entertaining. It felt like playing hide and seek between the characters. We will keep watching as we curious who will win this round and what will happen in the next round.Very recommended to watch.
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"Deep Lurk: A Flawed Yet Watchable Republican Drama"
"Deep Lurk" is a drama that, while not perfect, offers an intriguing viewing experience. Compared to other Republican dramas like "War of Faith," it operates on an average budget, neither extravagant nor poor.Plot and Pacing
The story suffers from pacing issues, with characters often gaining information too quickly, reducing suspense. This rapid plot progression sometimes undermines the drama's potential for sustained tension.
Technical Aspects
Editing and Music
The editing can be jarring at times, with abrupt cuts and seemingly random soundtrack insertions. The lack of original songs (only 1 or 2 throughout the drama) might be attributed to budget constraints.
Acting
The acting is generally decent, though it could be improved. The male lead's (ML) performance, while competent, sometimes comes across as bland due to limited emotional range, possibly stemming from the script's shortcomings.
Character Development
Female Lead (FL)
The female lead's character is adequate but lacks significant development throughout the series.
ML's Brother
Initially an intriguing character, the ML's brother's arc disappoints as he devolves into an emotional, immature persona that seems inconsistent with his supposed professional spy background.
Romance
The romantic elements, while not the main focus, are present but underwhelming. The relationship between the ML and FL lacks depth and chemistry. Their interactions are limited to hand-holding and brief hugs, with no kissing scenes. The confession feels abrupt due to the lack of build-up in their relationship.
Ending
The ending, while not entirely unsatisfactory, feels rushed and incomplete. It resolves the main conflict but fails to provide closure for the characters' personal stories. Questions about the ML's ideological stance, the FL's future, and the fate of the ML's brother are left unanswered.
Positive Aspects
Despite its flaws, "Deep Lurk" remains watchable. It features good action sequences, especially considering its budget constraints, and presents numerous life-or-death situations that add excitement. The male lead's charisma and handsomeness significantly contribute to the drama's appeal, arguably carrying the show despite some acting limitations.
In conclusion, while "Deep Lurk" has notable shortcomings in areas such as character development, romance, and plot resolution, it still offers an engaging viewing experience, particularly for fans of the genre or those drawn to the male lead's performance.
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Disappointed
I was very disappointed that script failed when grandmother saw how fast hands has Mi Lan, and just ignored so important observation to not say it to Yun Hong Shen! She spoke to him that evening , and didnt told him such important observation!Then another spoiler is, when grandmother, knowing how dangerous work is Yun doing, she started interrogation of Mi Lan on her own!!! That was so naive, and experienced lady as her, from rich family, wouldn't do that.
She would ask Mi Lan im front of someone and be prepared to expose a spy, and not as she did it!
Then, she exposed a japanese spy, and grandmother stayed home alone!!!!
Knowing that Mi Lan will realise she is exposed!
Grandmother could leave house, go somewhere, but she even send away her housekeeper!
Then spoler is , how such a rich house, doesnt have armed security!!!!
Especially when her son is killed and when her grandson was tried to be kill multiple times!
Also police was obligated to be in front of such a house all the time and olus to have prived armed security!
So Mi Lan just returned and killed her, like its nothing!
Those things doesn't make any sense im script.
Then , when Yun Hong Qi founded where
Zong Fang and Mi Lan are hiding, he just spoiled that precious info! He knew that he cant catch them but he enters in house anyway!
He, amateur, entering to catch two Japanese spies ! That scene doesn't makes any sense ! Thats absurd and then I stopped watching drama.
Just doesn't makes sense and not realistic.
Yun Hong Qi would know that he would die, so why would he even try to do such a suicidal mission?!?! Leads nowehere.
He survived only cos Mi Lan didn't want to kill him. Nonsensicall action.
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This is really good drama.
This drama is so good! The suspense is nonstop, and there’s a body count in almost every episode, lol. I keep changing my mind about who Kunwu really is, it’s such a ride. I got completely carried away watching it.The cast is amazing too, especially Cheng Yi and the actors who play Ling Han and Ke Jing Ping. They all did such a great job. Honestly, this is a really good drama!
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A great spy drama! Thrilling and enchanting.
Watching this drama is like peeling an onion layer by layer. At first, you are provided with surface issues, e.g. a deserter, Myna, and the gold. But later, you are brought further to understand how things are interconnected, the deeper conflict among parties, and the greater plot. Every episode is packed with information. Good things are, it is fast paced and we are assisted with a knowledgeable narrator to explain the subtlety. So, you won't get lost and can follow the story easily.Was this review helpful to you?
As always Cheng Yi acting is awesome
Iseng nonton drama ini karena ada qiqi dan suprisingly the plot is so good. Tiap episode bikin penasaran. Topiknya agak berat dan harus mikir, terlebih lagi tokohnya juga banyak. Ga nyangka ternyata ini drama yang dari B class bisa sebagus ini, apalagi syutingnya tahun 2019(?) dan baru tayang 2024. Good job qiqi, your project never dissapointed meWas this review helpful to you?
