Makes you think about sincerity
The first half was kinda of hard to watch for me, but then I got used to the characters and was curious about their finales. The main point of the story is adorable. You have to be sincere with yourself. If not you will be lost in this world. There were some tense moments when I was eager to find out what is going to happen next. Even when the moment was kinda obvious.The series has got a happy end with the right conclusion. I would say it is worth watching one time especially if you try to be someone else.
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Run away, run away
Yet another mental health educational video masquerading as a romcom in the same vein as Doctor Slump and Daily Dose of Sunshine, which were also terrible. The two leads and main love interests have no discernable chemistry. The plot was all over the place before settling in to its preachy mental health message. As if that weren't enough, the producers even had the temerity to finish the drama with an allegory in the form of a children's play so that even a 5-year-old could get the message. (I wish I were joking.) This one was as bad as the other two. Hopefully , this is the last of them. Skip.Was this review helpful to you?
The multiverse concept has gotten out of hand
The story starts as a slapstick comedy then turns in to a dating show soap opera and then a slice-of-life melodrama before a spin through a family healing journey and wraps up as everyone gets a happy ending fairy tale.It would have worked better, more coherently, if it actually was a multiverse vehicle and every time it switched to a new parallel dimension, there were some Star Wars lightspeed cgi effects and some electronic beeps and bloops and throw in an alien or a dinosaur and switch up the background from Korea to a space station or a ancient wizard fortress so it's transparent that the show has switched modes.
Seriously.
Go Kyung Po and Kang Han Na can be effortlessly funny and thrive on energy and chaos. Just see Go Kyung Po's guest spot in episode 1 of "D.P." and Kang Han Na's tour de force in "My Roommate is a Gumiho". But they spend eighty percent of this misguided mess being angtsy and mopey. It's inexplicably bad design by the writer. And unforgivably poor execution by the director.
There's a long list of talented supporting cast members too and, given moments, they bring a bit of a pulse to the action, but it's all recycled, aimless storylines.
[beep beep boop whoosh] Punch it, Chewie. Maybe there's better dramas on the other side of this jump through hyperspace...
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A mess of a storyline
You know, I was really looking forward to the drama, but I think it lost its way. At the start, the concept of a news anchor who can't lie was so promising! They could have really dug into the whole fake news angle and made it hilarious, like they did in "The Honest Candidate." The romance could have been a fun side story. His people-pleasing nature could have added another layer of humor to the plot.But instead they threw in a reality dating show and a pointless love triangle. Honestly, I don't think it needed all that drama. It just needed to be over-the-top funny with a sprinkle of romance, like "Sound of Your Heart."
I'm so disappointed. I was really excited to see Ko Kyung Pyo and Kang Hanna together, but the story just missed the mark.
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Directionless plot
This is nothing but a bland, incoheasive romcom. (And not even much romance or comedy, at that). The male lead's newfound inability to lir is barely even a secondary focus of the plot.It bounces around like the writer added every idea she ever had, regardless of if it fit or made for a good story.
I mostly watched this while doing other things and would not recommend it unless you're a big fan of any of the main actors.
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Cliche but fun
Typical romcom dramas in general with all their clichés are surprisingly good and can make you feel at home following them. Starting from the comedy which happens to suit your taste, the romance is also a healthy romance, not a toxic one. Apart from that, this drama also has a story that seems simple but has a lot of meaning, from romance, family issues, to self-love. All the cast members who appear can really carry their characters very well, especially the two main characters who seem to feel like they are playing themselves rather than acting. One of the hidden gem dramas this year? Who knows...Was this review helpful to you?
Total Lack Of Passion
Just finished watching “Frankly Speaking”. It was just okay, nothing great. There was too many stories going on which detracted from the main couple’s story and romance. There wasn’t much chemistry with the main couple. The last episode had a cute unusual ending that was good. But too little too late for this 12 episode show to get better then a 7/10 rating.Was this review helpful to you?
Meandering and light but not awful
It's a chameleon of a show. It begins with fart jokes and shocking truths. It morphs into a low-key romance. Eventually the light comedy dissipates in favour of a standard healing drama. The character interactions are good and the backstories are robust, but the situations are not terribly credible and the main relationship looks like more of a background story than a stand-out plotline.On the cast and acting side I though that it was generally good but both leads were the weakest link. In a show that should have been filled with both laughter and vexation you'd look to the actors' eyes for the key expressions. These two looked like they'd just come off a botox treatment so neither joy nor mortification successfully crossed their faces. Apart from Joo Jong-hyuk, who did very well as the SML, I though that the best performances came from the people who were not seasoned drama actors, those characters being Director Yeon, I-na, and the kid.
Also on the upside, nobody gets stabbed. I find it weird that I have to mention it but that's the K-drama world for you.
Waste of time? No, not really even if I did not rate it highly myself. It's more in the line of "Love is for Suckers" than "My Lovely Liar" so you'll get some mileage out of it if you're looking for light viewing and light romance and are content with a 7/10 show.
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Speaking The Truth
The story is about a man who's got an accident and makes him to speak what's inside his head frontally without thinking. It's destroying his career as a reporter since He can't control his mouth. Not long after that, He managed to go to his family to hide and get help from them but their relationship is not really good too. That's where his journey begins to recover and gain his job back.Was this review helpful to you?
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CHAOS, COMEDY AND LOVE
Frankly Speaking kept me immersed in a whirlwind of emotions and unexpected twists. The story revolves around Ki Baek, a news announcer from a seemingly wealthy background, who suddenly finds himself trending for the wrong reasons after a bizarre on-air incident. His life takes a wild turn when, after an accident, he begins blurting out his thoughts uncontrollably, leading to some hilarious, yet chaotic moments. I loved the premise—it was refreshing to see a protagonist struggle with the inability to lie, especially in a world where everyone constantly puts on a façade.One of the highlights was the dynamic between Song Ki Baek and On Woo Ju, a variety show writer who initially tries to use Ki Baek’s newfound fame for her own show, only to develop a genuine connection with him. Their budding camaraderie, and later romance, added a heartfelt layer to the chaos surrounding Ki Baek’s life.
I appreciated how the drama tackled deeper issues beneath the comedic exterior—Ki Baek’s real financial struggles and the pressure to maintain an image at work resonated deeply. The drama revealed that beneath his polished surface, Ki Baek was just as vulnerable and flawed as anyone else, which made his journey all the more compelling.
The supporting cast was a mixed bag for me. Characters like Jeong-heon, Ki Baek’s high school friend turned rival, added tension, especially with their unresolved issues from the past. On the other hand, Min Cho Hui’s manipulative behavior and constant need for attention grated on my nerves. Her emotional blackmail tactics toward Ki Baek were frustrating, but I was relieved when he finally set boundaries.
I won’t lie—there were moments when the story’s direction left me confused, especially with the constant back-and-forth between characters’ motivations. However, it all came together toward the end, especially with Ki Baek’s unexpected recovery from his disinhibition, which was a bit of a head-scratcher but ultimately served to show his growth.
The ending was sweet, though somewhat predictable. The romance between Ki Baek and Woo Ju felt satisfying, especially with that final proposal on stage. It was a full-circle moment, considering how much they’d been through together.
Overall, Frankly Speaking was an enjoyable ride with its mix of comedy, drama, and heartfelt moments. Although it had a few pacing issues and underdeveloped subplots, the main storyline kept me engaged. It’s definitely worth a watch if you enjoy quirky dramas with a unique premise and character growth.
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Not Good Enough
Korean Drama '' Frankly Speaking '' is a romantic comedy which blends in a lot of genres but ends up a hot mess.The drama starts off smoothly, but soon it loses its way and gets all messy. It actually turns into a completely different drama, completely forgetting its original storylines and ending up being all over the place.
Thus, the romance was swept up into this mess and was hard to enjoy it. The comedy part got weeker and weeker as well.
The performances, on the other hand, were all great by every actor and actress of the cast and, especially, the two main leads.
So, overall, two out of ten.
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I won't lie, it's average!
The concept is fantastic, and the comedy part of the show is great, but I felt, they wanted too much in a short time. The first half of the season was basically all about him and his problem, but after that, I don't know what happened. So many things happened at the same in the last couple of episodes.Honestly, I loved the story about Kibaek and Woojoo's family, not to mention the story about being a celeb, but the biggest problem with the show is that they didn't really do anything with these important topics. All of these came out of nowhere, and were finished in a second, basically.
The romance was good, the two main lead were good together, but I think they could've done more.
Also, sometimes it was over the top, and cringe, but other than that, it's a good show, with a meaningful message, but I'm a bit disappointed.
It's still worth to watch, tho.
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