A Slow Burn Mystery That Surprised Me
As I settled in to watch this K-drama, I admit I had tempered expectations due to its low rating in other site. Initially, I tuned in solely to support Hwang Min Hyun. The first few episodes felt average and predictable, and the chemistry between the lead characters didn't quite click. But then, something changed.The show gradually revealed its true colors. As investigations unfolded and truths came to light, I found myself hooked. It's a slow burn mystery—one that sneaks up on you. Suddenly, I cared about the characters, and I was rooting for them.
What Worked:
1. Plot Twists: Just when I thought I had it all figured out, the story surprised me. The unexpected turns kept me engaged.
2. Character Development: The slow start paid off. Characters grew on me, and their complexities added depth.
What Could Be Better:
1. Chemistry : While the chemistry improved, it took time.
Verdict:
Despite its rocky start, this drama is worth a try.
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Great drama!!
This drama does an amazing job in grabbing the watcher's attention and KEEPING it. The story centers around a FL (female lead) who can hear lies and a ML (male lead) who is accused of a murder that he says he didn't commit. so the story is basically a "who done it" situation. Although it seems as though it would be easy to detect who actually committed the murder since the FL can detect lies, it isn't that simple, and that's what I really love about it.Throughout the series I changed my mind about who actually committed the crime more times than I can remember, and I loved that aspect of the drama- the culprit wasn't extremely obvious and predictable.
Unfortunately, I did get spoiled by looking in the comments half way through the series, however I know that if I hadn't gotten spoiled then the reveal of the culprit would have caught me extremely off guard and I would've loved it.
Personally, I think that this drama is worth watching and I would 1000% recommended it to people who love romance and mystery.
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When the second male lead is 10 times stronger than the male lead.....
Romantic K-drama that brings viewers into a world of love, deceit, and the complexities of human relationships. While the series has its strengths, it's important to acknowledge that there's room for improvement, particularly in the portrayal of the male lead, Hwan Min Hyun. However, amidst these challenges, Seo Ji Hoon shines brilliantly as the second male lead, stealing the spotlight with his exceptional acting and emotional depth.Hwan Min Hyun, cast as the male lead, unfortunately, falls short of expectations. His acting, while possessing some charm, is found lacking in depth. One noticeable aspect is the limited range of facial expressions he brings to his character. This lack of emotional diversity makes it difficult for viewers to fully connect with his portrayal. In a romantic drama, it's crucial for the male lead to convey a wide spectrum of emotions to establish a strong connection with the audience. In this regard, Min Hyun's performance leaves much to be desired.
In stark contrast, Seo Ji Hoon's portrayal of the second male lead is nothing short of remarkable. Ji Hoon infuses his character with extraordinary depth and authenticity. He masterfully navigates the emotional complexities of his character's tragic backstory, bringing every nuance of sadness, joy, and pain to life. Ji Hoon's immersive performance draws viewers into his character's world, making it impossible not to empathize with his struggles and triumphs.
The love triangle, a common trope in K-dramas, takes on a different dimension in Useless Lies. While some dramas may fall into the trap of predictability, this series manages to breathe new life into the trope. It's true that from the outset, it's evident that the second male lead won't have a chance with the female lead. However, Seo Ji Hoon's compelling performance adds depth to the storyline. His character's endearing yet heartbreaking journey serves to tug at the heartstrings of the audience in a way that feels genuine and emotionally resonant. While the outcome may be expected, the emotional journey of the characters keeps viewers invested and emotionally engaged.
The story is its own unique strength. In a landscape of K-dramas that often rely on familiar plotlines and clichés, this drama stands out with its originality. The central narrative revolves around complex characters and the web of deceit that surrounds them. While the story maintains its originality, it's worth noting that, as with many dramas, it becomes somewhat predictable as it unfolds. To elevate the series further, introducing more unexpected twists and turns in the later episodes could have maintained the intrigue and kept viewers on their toes.
The chemistry between the main couple is a vital factor in any romantic drama's success, and the drama doesn't disappoint much. The interactions between the female lead and the male lead, despite the challenges posed by Min Hyun's acting, carry a certain charm. Their moments of vulnerability and connection are touching, making it easy for viewers to root for their relationship. While Min Hyun's facial expressions may lack diversity, the chemistry between the leads helps compensate for this, drawing viewers into their emotional journey.
The drama commences on a strong note with comedy scenes that infuse humor and levity into the story. These early moments of humor effectively hook viewers with a smile. However, it's worth noting that as the story progresses, the comedic elements become less prominent. A sustained dose of humor throughout the series, especially in the later episodes, could have enriched the overall viewing experience and provided moments of light-heartedness amidst the emotional intensity.
In conclusion this is filled with heart and potential. While it may have its shortcomings, particularly in the portrayal of the male lead, it remains a compelling series that offers a fresh and original storyline. Seo Ji Hoon's exceptional acting elevates the drama, and the love triangle, though seemingly predictable, is made more poignant by his performance. With a commitment to refining its comedic elements and introducing unexpected plot twists, could have been even more exceptional. Nonetheless, it remains an entertaining and emotionally resonant drama that captures the complexities of love and deceit in a unique way, making it worth the watch.
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The first one was good, but we could have done better.
A very confusing narrative plot, but with very profound features. It must be said that the theme of sexual identity is increasingly present in Korean dramas, a giant step forward in a closed and very "homophobic" world. Here the theme of obsession was adopted, to deal with something dramatic, identifiable. The two protagonists are very in tune, the classic love story of two very different people, but very similar to each other. Then there is the fantasy component, that is, her ability to know whether the person in front of her is telling a lie or the truth. The obvious ending, and the extra episode that wasn't needed. But all in all, she wasn't too bad, in fact quite the opposite. I know Kim So Hyun well, loved by the undersigned in every interpretation of her. Most of all, "Who are you", which deals with the topic of bullying that is so dear to me.Was this review helpful to you?
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Yun Ji On is the best!
(It contains only a slight spoiler). At the beginning, the series introduces you to the life of the main woman character, who lives with the ability to hear when someone is lying. That would sometimes suit everyone but only sometimes. She hears the lies all the time. And this causes problems in the family, she basically isolates herself from other people and friends, except for the two who work for her. She cleverly builds a business on her skills and uncovers lies for clients as a so-called shaman. This job of hers brings fun scenes. However, a new inhabitant of the neighboring apartment intervenes in her life, who is mysterious and always wears a veil covering her face and avoids people. To her surprise, she discovers that he is not lying to her. But gradually it is revealed that her new neighbor is a publicly known person, a music composer who is hiding from the world because he was suspected of murder in the past. In the series, we also encounter the corruption of a policeman by a politician. And we have another policeman (a very nice actor), an ex-boyfriend of the main character, who doesn't like something about the main character. And it happens that both the protagonist and the policeman investigate the past and look for the real perpetrator. And as usual, the ex-boyfriend suspects the current one, and the current one suspects everyone, except the real one, because sometimes we don't see what's in front of us. Everything would be great. The main character, Kim So Hyun, is pleasant and the role suits her. Hwang Min Hyun was sometimes super mysterious, and confident, but sometimes reserved, and scared. I couldn't move a little in it. I liked him so much in the role of mysterious, charismatic, but self-confident with quick reflexes and with a sword behind his belt (yes, I guess I can't get rid of his fight scenes from Alchemy of Souls :D). The chemistry between the main characters is okay but I needed somehow more and what bothered me was that the creators did this again: after the main characters get close, the first kiss falls....and then they treat each other as if they are 15 years old and they look like as if nothing happened, or they are shy and it's embarrassing. Why do this with adults? oh ... for this, I'm lowering the rating, they could have grown up to this... but what I appreciate the most is Yun Ji On (the main character's best friend). I saw him for the first time in the series Tomorrow, where he impressed me so neutrally and I thought, hmm, quite an interesting actor... But here he wiped my eyes out. Brutal acting, and charisma, he looked so great there. Perfect. I was so captivated by him. Every movement, gesture, look, tone of voice, sentence ... everything was elaborate. I went through everything with him and I kept thinking to myself, how could someone live such a life and suffocate everything? What was it good for? This character in the series has led to many questions and controversies, and because of him, this series is worth watching.Was this review helpful to you?
A Fresh Plot and Solid Actors
As to be expected, Kim So Hyun has picked another great script and delivered another great performance. “My Lovely Liar” stands out in a year of, in my opinion, slim pickings for dramas.Pros:
• Our leads were just plain excellent. I am a huge KSH fan; the girl just always knocks it out of the park. But this was a new style of character for her. Loved it. Min Hyun, on the other hand, nailed it too. I loved him in “Alchemy of Souls”, and I adored seeing him as a lead. The characters were excellently written and excellently acted.
• A fresh plot that is paced well to keep you wanting more. The mystery kept you guessing till the end, and the romance was dynamic and real. Loved it.
• The romance is adorable. They have the cutest chemistry ever. They look like they just plain love being together. They were unbelievably cute. Not to mention: NO RIDICULOUS BREAKUP. That is always a win.
• Super satisfying ending!!
Cons:
• Overall, except for some exceptions, I felt the supporting cast was pretty weak character wise.
• The first three episodes, in my opinion, are pretty slow and kind of hard to wade through. But I’m glad I did.
• They were together for the last six episodes but we only got two real kisses out of all of those episodes. Would have liked to see their chemistry, which was great, better explored.
Overall, it’s a great watch, one you don’t want to miss. It has romance, mystery, comedy, and more all packed into one show.
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Twenty questions, we tell the truth
The story of a human lie detector and the most emo guy I've seen yet in the drama space...Story
The plot was intriguing while still sprinkling in some good food for thought. I appreciated the fact the they really leaned into the gray space of how not every lie is wrong. This lesson was slightly refreshing in the space of perfect virgin 'I've never had a boyfriend but I'm 30 years old' female leads. Can I also take a minute to discuss how this seemed to be one long commercial for Maseratis and almonds? Easily the strange PPL I've encountered. While the plot was predictable (I don't think s single person thought Do Ha killed his ex gf) I think what made the drama feel flat was the ML seemingly stuck in his sad boy era. The B story characters were also one dimensional with no real purpose other than filler.
Acting/Cast
The main reason I watched this drama was the two leads. Having seen them in other series (bats eyes at Alchemy of Souls, then hisses at Love Alarm) I was excited to see them both again. It was nice to see Kim So Hyun playing a sassy/lively character vs the last role I saw her in. Hwang Min Hyun on the other had was dealt a less kinder fate. Do Ha is easily the most boring ML. Predictable, flat, and with the wardrobe to match.
Music
I did enjoy the 'Run' by Woody, so for that I will give them decent marks.
Rewatch
While it was cute (at best) it was forgettable. Nothing work revisiting.
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It's okay
Sep 26, 2023Lovely Liar was an on going show that I kept up with since it's pilot episode. However, as the story progresses, I slowly fell out of interest for it. That is why I only finished it now.
The chemistry is amazing between Minhyun and SooHyun, as much I love their chemistry. I felt really bummed with the plot. I do not know how to explain. But the plot was appealing at first, then it slowly became doo doo water later on.
I mean the drama is pretty decent in my opinion. FInishing it definitely felt like a chore
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My Lovely Liar: A Fresh and Original Story with Some Execution Issues
My Lovely Liar is a new K-drama that tells the story of a lie detector and a mysterious music composer who come together in bizarre circumstances. The show has a fresh and original premise, and the chemistry between the lead actors is captivating. However, the writing is sometimes weak, and the pace can be slow.One of the things that sets My Lovely Liar apart from other K-dramas is its unique premise. The idea of a lie detector who can hear people's thoughts is both intriguing and funny. The show does a good job of exploring the implications of this ability, both positive and negative.
Another highlight of the show is the chemistry between the lead actors, Kim So Hyun and Hwang Min Hyun. They have great rapport and their romance is believable and heartwarming. The supporting cast is also strong, with notable performances from Seo Ji Hoon and Yeom Hye Ran.
However, My Lovely Liar is not without its flaws. The writing is sometimes weak, and the pace can be slow. The plot can also be predictable at times, and some of the twists and turns are not as well-executed as they could have been.
Overall, My Lovely Liar is a good K-drama with some execution issues. The premise is fresh and original, the chemistry between the lead actors is great, and the supporting cast is strong. However, the writing is sometimes weak, and the pace can be slow. If you are a fan of Kim So Hyun and Hwang Min Hyun, or you are looking for a K-drama with a unique premise, then My Lovely Liar is worth checking out. Just be prepared for some flaws.
Recommendation:
I would recommend My Lovely Liar to fans of Kim So Hyun and Hwang Min Hyun, as well as fans of K-dramas with unique and original premises. However, I would also caution viewers that the writing is sometimes weak and the pace can be slow.
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Por favor denle una oportunidad a este excelente drama!
•Excelentes actuaciones.Desde que me enteré que MinHyun iba a estar me interesó bastante y So Hyun ella es demasiado buena en todo lo que hace!!
•Buenos personajes.
Personajes interesantes, un poco fantasioso pero supieron llevar el tema de las mentiras bien.
Algunos personajes sí se sentian como relleno, por ejemplo: la chica de la tienda de ensaladas y el amigo del bar mmm, los sentí innecesarios, no aportan mucho a la historia.
•La trama te atrapa desde el minuto uno.
Me gusta cuando te hacen dudar de todos y tienes que ir sacando tus propias teorías.
Me encantó el plot twist, realmente no me lo esperaba!
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Entertaining & enjoyable
I quite enjoyed this. Even if it got the "supernatural" element to it with FL hearing lies, it doesn't spin off into lots of superstitious stuff, but kept it at that. The balance between romance and suspense is good, and what drives the story forward.Brief synopsis:
The female protagonist, Mok Sol Hee, is a rather lonely soul with a complicated relationship with her mother. MSH can detect lies by listening to people, and makes a living as a shaman offering her services. The ML, Kim Do Ha, is a successful music composer who hides his identity due to a murder allegation in his past. Their lives cross paths, and as they get to know each other and unconsciously help each other "heal", his past might come back to haunt him.
The story has an original twist to it, which I appreciated. Overall the flow could have been a bit smoother; there was some unnecessary derailments, although not huge ones.
Casting is good, and I mainly liked all the actors in their roles.
Hwang Min Hyun (1st ML) kind of reminds me of Cha Eun Woo sometimes. He gives a good performance as Kim Do Ha, however I feel sometimes his performance could have been a little bit stronger. He has a lot of good moments too, though, don't get me wrong!
Kim So Hyun (FL) is "her usual self" I would say. This isn't a remarkable performance, and I kind of wish her character had been a little stronger/fiercer in some aspects, so she could try to shine a bit more. They do have some cute moments together.
I enjoyed watching both Seo Ji Hoon (2nd ML) as Lee Kang Min (police), and Yun Ji On in the role of Jo Deuk Chan.
To sum up:
I liked the kind of original twist on the story, but it could have been kept a bit tidier without some of the sidetracks. It was enjoyable and rather easy to watch, but I don't think I will watch it again.
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SUCH AN UNDERRATED DRAMA!!
Seriously, idk why this drama didn't get more rating, it was really better compared to all the overrated kdramas I have watched recently. And for your information, this will be a drama which I didn't skip a lot of scenes. I loved the connection both the leads shared and how they stood up for each other throughout the story. It was also kind of refreshing to see them being all cute without any push and pull in their relationship (fyi i hate when they do that push and pull kind of thing in a relationship.) Tbh I was hesitating a lot before starting this drama but i really enjoyed from the starting to the end. Moreover, i haven't written a review for a drama for a very long time but this drama is really being underrated and I want many people to watch this one! So if anyone is hesitating like me before starting, pls do watch it... it can be your cup of tea too hahahaWas this review helpful to you?
