best korean bl ever
this drama is so so good- i watched it in one sitting. 22:00 to 1:16- i watched it all. this bl is so good, it has the perfect balance of romance and plot- it correctly uses the plot to build the couples relationship and gives the perfect fluff to plot ratio. the main couple’s chemistry is AMAZING- and their relationship dynamic is to die for. they’re so adorable together and the way that this drama allows the mc to come out of his shell and begin to feel real emotion is so amazing. i also love how at the beginning he compares his feelings to the functions of a computer but at the end he abandons the analogy and accepts his feelings as they are- i love the small details of development. this director needs a raise because this plot was beautifully written and executed. every detail was perfect. i love this drama sm and the acting was amazing. best bl i’ve watched ever. watch it !!Was this review helpful to you?
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Impressive Story Progression.— The drama who broke the Long-Standing-Prejudice against BL in KR~!
Above everything else lemme include here my favorite scene and line of all. ~^^~CSW: Can I still give my answer to your Proposal?
JJY: No! It has ended... But, I have a new one for you... Let's be a couple, this time not as a Free Trial but as a Lover.
GOSHHH~!! That scene got me squealing so HARDD. HAHAHA~
Anyways, Wow! This drama felt so short yet well-packed and complete. I never felt this satisfied over a short drama EVERR.— Surprisingly, they were able to push it all through without sacrificing the story and putting any necessary parts at stake. A truly impressive and brilliant series overall.
I also wanna highligh how this BL Series changed the game in KR BL as a whole. They basically did what other BLs failed to do and they bravely succeeded at it. This piece will remain iconic for being that 'Wrecking-Ball' who managed to break that sturdy-concrete-prejudiced wall that was almost impossible to be broken until they came out.
Well, after all these, one thing is for sure and that's how they massively contributed in opening the biggest road to KR BL and to present this genre as a whole into a more main stream platform that will certainly open more doors to not just one but probably countless of projects to be release in the future. REMARKABLE indeed.
Story - 10, Do I even have to explain? Lol~ This production just created a flawless, time-worthy and completely satisfying series without falling short in any categories. IF that's not enough then I don't know anymore.
Acting/Cast - 10, I was about to give a 0.5 lower rating but No! Scrap that. Although I admit that the acting was a bit awkward and weak for some of the Minor Actors during the first 2-3 episodes of the series; I would still love to commend how they all evolved into a more focused actors/actresses as the story progresses. Not to mention the 'Great' list of cast who portrayed all those adorable characters. I'm just overly satisfied to all of them after completing the show.
Music - 10, K-Productions and their ever perfect choice of BGMs. They just never go wrong don't they? One of the things I was amazed at is their accuracy and timing in playing those Songs. The Music Team in this prod is truly one of a kind.
Rewatch Value - 10, As IF I would give it any lower than a Perfect Score. Hahaha~ I'm always ready to re-watch this just tell me and I would, without any hesitation.
Overall - 10, Not even a question at this point. This drama only showed and presented the best all throughout and I can never go against it in any possible way. A Series that will remain remarkable and memorable as it paved for the BL Genre to it's more open and better position now.
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Second tme was even better
I originally watched this as the episodes came out. I realy enjoyed it then. I just re-watched it straight thru and enjoyed it even more. Are the usual tropes there? Yes but something about this story just feels different to me. It is now one of my comfort go to's. I love the actors and their chemisty. My only problem is (as it is with all 10 episode Korean BL's) I wish they would add 2 more episodes so it doesn't feel quite so rushed. I can accept how quickly they go from enemies to lovers because as I re-watched it I got the feeling that they really do like each other almost from the start. I will definately be re-watching this one again!Was this review helpful to you?
Fun & heart-fluttering
This show seriously shot its way up my list of favorite web dramas so fast. It's a travesty this couldn't go on for longer because I'm such a huge fan of this enemies-to-lovers (or more specifically annoyer & annoyee relationship) trope and I feel like this drama did it absolutely flawlessly.The plot was straightforward and it had its cliches, but the drama didn't feel recycled at all — it was so refreshing, the leads absolutely killed their roles, and I just really loved how the story and relationship developed between the characters, who were simultaneously polar opposites and like two puzzle pieces that fit perfectly together.
The cinematography was also really good; it's not high production by any means but I really loved the symbolism of different colors as well as how the show edited SW and JY's scenes to parallel or contrast them.
It's also rare we get to see side characters get their due in these short shows, but Semantic Error really did an amazing job on the minor characters revolving around the leads; they not only had their own personalities and lives either, but I also just felt like their scenes were just as interesting and fun.
Overall, such a good drama with the perfect balance of fluff and tension. Definitely one I would return to watch.
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Not perfect but still loved it!
I've never seen anyone make all red outfits look sexier than Jae-young. Standing ovation for my king!!!!Semantic Error is like the family member that's riddled with flaws but you love them despite all of their issues. The plot could've been a lot stronger, the acting came off a little monotone and lacked range, and for most of the series the script felt too fluffy and unrealistic. These are pretty much the same issues I have with most Korean BL's, but as I said despite all this I really grew to love Semantic Error with each passing episode. It started off a bit slow and shaky but progressed nicely into it's conclusion. The chemistry between Jae-young and Sang-woo was great and the kissing scenes were a far improvement from other K BL's. I actually felt something each time they kissed. I know it's literally like asking for diamonds to fall from the sky but I'm hoping for a second season. It would be nice to see Jae and Sang establish their own successful gaming business and subsequently experience strains on their relationship, putting their love for each other to the test (cliche and cheesy I know but it would be cute lol).
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Chemistry chemistry chemistry
The main thing that lacks in majority of the kBL dramas is chemistry between the main leads. Sometimes the plot is quite good but their chemistry ruins the whole thing. Majority of the time it's only one of them being spontaneous and the other one just stands still. Semantic error actors did a great job potraiting their characters really well. Only to my star and light on me characters had this level of chemistry. No one could've done a great job as Sangwoo other than Jaechan and surprisingly I liked the live action Jaeyoung more than the manhwa. It's a must watch for BL lovers and good quality drama lovers in general.Was this review helpful to you?
wow
The perfect enemies to lovers story.perfect story. perfect cast. perfect acting. perfect pacing.
One of my favorite things about this show is that the story progressed so flawlessly without spending too much time on any one arc or problem. Although, I will say the one downside is that the ending was sort of anti-climatic, but I was still satisfied if that makes any sense.
Overall, I wish I could rewatch this again for the very first time. It definitely has become one of my favorites and I'll really miss anticipating the next episode.
Season 2?
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This is how you do Adaptations!!!
I rarely give reviews but I had to because this series really shot up in my BL list and definitely deserved the hype and love all over the world.STORY - While enemies to lovers is not new to the viewers, the way it was written even from the webtoon itself is pure genius. You can see the little details that makes it stand out, from the minute changes of character development, even the props that really adds to the emotion/story of each scenes.
ACTING/CAST - When the cast was announced, I still had reservations because I have seen the webtoon and of course it it’s a Live Action - will they live up to the expectations. And boy oh boy, they delivered. You can tell they studied their characters well and I Just love that they are really good actors. Of course one thing that makes the series good is the CHEMISTRY. Had to caps it because from the get go, they had really captivated the audience and the tension between them is palpable.
MUSIC - Both Romantic And Can you Stay OST are top notch. You can’t deny, in k dramas, they really have a track record of playing the best and suitable songs on every scene. I love how playful RD is and how soft/tender Can you stay is. Definitely the best.
REWATCH - this is the category that is the hardest for me to rate in each shows. But I love how the storytelling of this show is timeless. You can never get bored and it is not a hard watch for me like some dramas where I don’t want to relive the drama or any non value adding scenes/fillers. This show delivers in each scenes like bam bam bam. Definitely a series you can rewatch over and over again. And this I will do until Seoham comes back from enlistment.
OVERALL - 10/10 for me. Congrats Semantic Error Team, Seoham and Jaechan. Good luck with the comeback and please come back safely Seoham. Fingers crossed we have a second season after 2 yrs. Who knows the manhwa might be finished by then and the Park Couple will have more story to tell. 🥰😍
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A Simple Story Turned Into Wonders
The overall premise if you haven't watched the show, might seem simple because it is but SIMPLICITY sometimes could work and this show showed that. Let us start with the enemies to lovers trope that the story behold upon us, the reasoning between the two's hatred for each other at the start is completely sensible, Jaeyoung being angry at Sangwoo for making him do anothe r year in College and Sangwoo being angry at Jaeyoung for ruining his organized & uptight routine. With all of this combined, the romantic progression between the two main characters makes it more interesting and not dull just like any other enemies to lovers trope. Seoham perfectly fits the character of Jaeyoung, who is flirtatious, mischievous, confident whilst also being endearing. Jaechan also portrays the organized, cold, and uptight Sangwoo. Both of their different personalities clashed together really well making swoon worthy moments. The cinematography is ok, the music though especially "Romantic Devil" was so catchy, and the other side characters are enjoyable yet lacked depth (well what do we expect the drama has only 8 episodes). Probably, the best Korean BL out there, it will be hard to top this one WATCHA.Was this review helpful to you?
A Cute and Heartwarming Love Story
I've been avoiding Korean BL dramas for a while now, because aren't always that good. But this particular one brooo it's the sweetest thing ever. I love the story and how the chemistry between the characters deepens as the drama progresses. I loved the height difference it's really adorable. I love how there aren't any unnecessary dramas, and the overall tone is just so fluffy and light-hearted. Throughout the drama, i had butterflies in my stomach. It's a story about a serious, cute junior and a playful, handsome senior. Trust me you won't want to miss this one. It's so heartwarming and entertaining. I highly recommend checking it out.Was this review helpful to you?
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TOO SHORT, OKAY
Sweet story, great actors, great chemistry.My main complaint is just it's too short, which means it's a little rushed, development-wise.
The time progression is unclear; it was definitely not love at first sight, so how long has it been since they met and develop feelings? CSW clearly had a gay panic after the almost-kiss, but the drama doesn't show much of his feelings and suddenly, he took the initiative to kiss PJY? It was a little sudden IMO. Not enough build-up to make it squee-worthy.
Other than that, this is absolutely a gorgeous drama. I wish there's more.
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one of the best bls i have ever seen
as many bl fans know (at least i hope so) a lot of the content is extremely fetishy. not only do writers romanticize things that should never be romanticized, but the stories themselves typically treat gay relationships as something forbidden, exotic, and sexy. semantic error, however, does no such thing.as an enemies to lovers title, i was nervous that i was going to encounter the same old extremely toxic storyline that somehow magically manifested into a romantic relationship. this could not be further from the truth for semantic error. they executed the trope flawlessly, never stepping out of a banter realm during the enemies phase. no serious lines were crossed, just lighthearted teasing that organically developed into a wonderful romance.
the world doesn’t treat gay relationships as taboo, and the queerness is never centered as something that should be “othered”, it just is (as it should be). side characters offhandedly mention queer relationships they themselves have been in, and one of the main characters is canonically bisexual. his sexuality isn’t minimized or erased in the slightest, as is unfortunately typical in many bls.
the story itself is adorable. i watched it all in one go, and adored every moment of it. and while a good budget doesn’t necessarily mean a fantastic show, it really does help.
anyways, go watch semantic error. its phenomenal. its fantastic to finally see some good, nontoxic shows in this genre!
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