Just watch for yourself
It wasn't bad at all. It was just okay. Not sure why so much hate. It had some jokes in it. I mean Bae Suzy's character is supposed to be emotionless. (nothing bad about her but I am still trying get to use to her acting and her screaming)But it was lovely seeing them on screen again from Uncontrollable Fond.
Overall, I think they k illed their role in this. It was a okay fantasy modern drama.
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Fantasy Rom Com with twists and turns
This Kdrama twisted everything up. In some ways it seemed like it was going to be a typical Rom Com, but it turned out to be nothing like the usual Kdrama. It was a fantasy story about a genie in a lamp granting people their three wishes. But it got deep and dark the further you went into the story. Here are some of the twists.The genie is actually Satan proving to the supreme one that humans are inferior and deserve to go to hell. He uses their three wishes to prove this.
There is an angel who is jealous of Satan who is also his brother, and he is also the grim reaper. Somehow he started a 300-year war....I think.
The girl who rubs the lamp at the beginning of the story is a psychopath who feels nothing, wants to kill someone, and lives her days in a boring routine so she doesn't harm anyone. Her grandmother loves her dearly.
Both Satan and his brother the angel, have sidekicks. One is a panther, and one is an owl who also morph into people and they both like each other.
There is an ancient story of a brother and sister whose demise starts a curse put on Satan, a half-spirit half-human child trying to have a last wish and kill many who stand in the way, a magic thread that weighs someone down from moving, a sword caught in a rock, and somewhere in all of this is the love story of our two main leads. This was terribly confusing and I had a hard tome keeping things straight.
It has not been my favorite drama this year. But it was different and had many good qualities.
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choppy in the storyline
As a Bae Suzy and Kim Woo Bin fan, this movie can only be described as a comical watch and a redemption to “Uncontrollably Fond” ending. it is what it is - not a deep drama that’s got too much in it but a comical relief. this is my opinion. I’ve seen them both in much better roles but felt the whole production crew needed to bring a redeeming storyline for the pairing after killing off KWB in “Uncontrollably Fond”would I rewatch it? can’t say I’d be too drawn to do that but if my daughter asked me to, I most definitely would.
to all the KWB fans - he is still an amazingly good looking actor whomhams the role up so very well.
To all the Suzy fans - she portrayed her part extremely well and deserves an award for the part she played…….
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GREAT CAST AND SURPRISINGLY FUN
It tells the story of a mysterious genie who grants people’s wishes, but each wish slowly reveals how human desire can lead to greed and corruption. At the center is Ki Ga Yeong, a psychopath who plays a big part in the story’s darker side. The drama mixes fantasy and moral lessons in a way that’s easy to follow, so it doesn’t feel too heavy to watch.What makes it interesting is how it deals with people’s wishes and how far they’re willing to go once they get what they want. It’s not exactly a new idea, but the way the story is presented makes it entertaining.
I was honestly surprised to see Daniel Henney appear here since the last time I saw him was in The Wheel of Time. His scenes with the chauffeur, Kim, are some of my favorites. Their chemistry is really fun, and they made me laugh a lot. Though, the cgi and vfx are a bit inconsistent, sometimes it’s clearly looks off.
I was expecting more from Steven Noh’s character, but he ended up feeling a bit flat. His role seemed like it could’ve been more important, but it didn’t really go anywhere. Aside from that, I also noticed how the story has a lot of similarities to Goblin.
Genie feels like Goblin himself, Death/Ejlael plays the Grim Reaper type role, and Genie’s sword. Even the plot of Genie trying to save Ki Ga Young from death is very similar to Goblin’s story. Because of that, it doesn’t really feel original, more like it borrowed a lot of ideas from something that already worked before.
Still, the cast really carried the show. Bae Suzy and Kim Woo Bin have great chemistry, and Suzy’s acting as a psychopath is amazing, she completely owned her role. The grandmother and her younger self also stood out and added a lot of heart to the drama.
Plot 6.5/10
Acting and Characters 9/10
Cinematography 8.5/10
Writing 7/10
Pacing 8/10
OST/Score 8/10
Overall 8/10
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Fun Watch
I went into this with no expectations, given the reviews were really negative. however upon watching the first few episodes, I was really hooked. I don’t think I’ve ever cackled this much at a kdrama, it was truly entertaining.however it did come with some flaws, in episode 12, I felt the story started to become dragged, 12 and 13 felt like filler episodes and watching them made me feel like I wasted my time.
the acting was phenomenal, the cast was just right. the portrayals of each character was such a chefs kiss, especially Ahn Eun Jin, I don’t know how but she just nailed it so well. not to mention Suzy, her acting has came a long way, and she’s improved so much compared to her older works.
overall a very entertaining watch, but the plot towards the end was disappointing. don’t listen to the reviews and give it a watch!!
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Genie, make a wish
EDIT: So many people find it useful and I decided that in the end it deserves 8/10 (Kim Woo Bin and last episodes made me reconsidered). The rating is the only change in my review.Warning - SPOILERS!
If you love human-non human love story then you will love this one too. At the beginning it felt like mix of My demon with The judge from hell - if you like this two then one more reason to watch. Mines were simply Bae Suzy and a genre.
Bae Suzy - she was really great in this role, I did not expected that, I am also very happy that in the end she still was a psychopath, chemistry was cute - I really liked when she hacked and saved kiss video. Also I really love some of her outifit (not all, something new cause usually all are great) - her pink outfit in ep 3, black one in ep 6, jeans dress or her pink tweed one. Also her almost crying in some episodes were so well played
Kim Woo Bin - my first drama with him and I really liked him, In longer hair he looked like Michael Jackson XD, his acting or rather his character reminded me of Kang Ha Neul in Tastefully yours.
Ahn Eun Jin - she was so sweet
Lee Joo Young - her homosexuality was so well added, it was not hmm how to say it, it did not feel force, it was natural and smooth - and it was clear she would for young grandma
Ko Kyu Pil - he was so adorable, I really liked his character
Woo Hyun Jin - she was also a great character, wished she did not followed all orders but well she had to, I am happy that in the end she bring BS's memories
What more I had to mention - first kiss scene was great!! I loved the child which who BS's youngself wished to rescue. Ppoppi!! There was some fun cameos and I really like Stray kids's (Han, Felix, I.N.) OST song.
To sum up - if you like fantasy romcom with some sad scenes then let's go and watch this!
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Kim eun sook’s poorest screenplay
It’s really disappointing watching actors like Kim woo bin and Suzy bring their A game to a show that was so badly written that even surpasses shows like king the land. What explanation is there that this pairing who had amazing chemistry in their previous show, started to struggle in this show around ep 4 itself . The actors also look like they are really comfortable with each other too and both of them are seasoned actors at this stage in their career. They did try their best but there is only so much you can do when the script is this horrible . The story and characters are all over the place . Some gags like the genie being super goofy and switching to ruthless or Suzy bashing him up all the time looked ridiculous after a point. Apart from some high points towards the end like the backstory and Suzy’s final arc everything else is just filler which could have all been wrapped up in 8 episodes instead of 13 . The angel character made zero sense and had zero contribution to the overall storyline. To top it off they got a terrific actress like Ahn eun Jin and gave her little to nothing to do. Don’t get me wrong . I love Kim eun sook’s work . I have watched shows like king eternal monarch several times (which has so many plot holes). But this show is so bad . And I haven’t even touched upon the cultural in appropriations. Please at least do better by the actors and the crew who have put their faith in youWas this review helpful to you?
Unpredictable events
I am saturated with K drama that is so predictable in its outcomes, that I found this story to be refreshing and full of surprises. I did not take one bit seriously. Afterall it is a fantasy.I did not expect Suzy as an auto mechanic. Her acting is better than she seems to be getting credit for. Her subdued emotionless aura is authentic. Her psychopathic outbursts were comedic not scary (its a fantasy). For me seeing Suzy acting is a pleasure worth waiting for.
Ahn Eun Jin's (young grandma) appearance on the set was the best highlight of the series for me. Her positive energy and pure joy for her newfound life was wonderful . Thank you for your contribution.
Given the production and directorial challenges faced , Genie Make a Wish is worth viewing.
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Nice
I don't hate it, but Korean dramas can do better. Like the world building and stuff can be better and more complex like we don't know heaven and stuff or god why bow to a human? what changes when you do that? Before this drama aired I though about what wishes I would make and this is what I came up with:1. To know everything in the universe.
2. To experience everything.
3. To create and shape reality.
So her making a similar wish was cute. And as always suzy was always slaying her looks. I wanna be pretty like her.
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Entertaining Mess
Having just finished the 13th episode a few minutes ago I am still reeling from how the writer decided to end this story. Realizing that the entire premise was fictional / nonsensical helps explain why the FL could come back as a genie herself...because once reality is tossed aside and pigs fly, then sure, bring her back. Anything goes. I'm reminded a bit of Hotel Del Luna, where at times it seemed that the show was merely dress-up time for IU. Oh, she's so pretty! (I happen to agree, but that's beside the point.) This Genie show might basically be a chance to watch the leads do anything because they are good looking. Go ahead build a story around them because their fans will watch it regardless of how strange the story is. The cast has plenty of experience to draw on and for the most part it was a fun watch. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone who hadn't already watched 50 or more Kdramas as there are plenty of better shows than this one. I would have rated it higher had the writer come up with a different ending. Amid all the commotion and deaths, rebirths, the leads' eternal bliss, I felt bad for Min-ji. Sure, they grayed her hair and gave her a nod as she stood on the sand at the end, but her best friend left her without a word and goes and dies. Her sorrow seemed to be the most deserved in the show.Was this review helpful to you?
Worth a watch
LIKEHow Pan Geum and the whole village raised Ga Yeong to help control her pyscopath’s traits
The scene where Grim Reaper and Genie fought - Lol
Omg Kim Woo Bin looked exactly the same back in The Heirs - he doesn’t age!
Wow surprised with the cameo I went OMG!
I like how the drama uses arabic language felt like really gone back to ancient days
Got a shock when someone dare to punch XXX
What Irem did to herself was so shocking in order not to reveal hidden secret
Plum tree plot twist
DISLIKE
Nothing much really
MUSIC - personal fav
GENIE - Stray Kids
A Night Full of You - Suzy, Soo Soobin
REWATCH VAUE
Five for now
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Lost magic in the final episode
"Genie, Make Your Wish" had incredible potential; suspense, beautiful storytelling, and emotional depth that kept me hooked. Up until the end, it held a magical quality that made it stand out.Unfortunately, the final episode felt unnecessary and diminished the impact of the series. Instead of preserving mystery, it wrapped everything up too neatly, removing the emotional weight and supernatural beauty that had been built throughout the show. That choice left the ending feeling flat, rather than haunting and memorable.
Still, this kdrama remains one of the most beautiful fantasy romances I’ve watched, and I recommend it for anyone who enjoys emotionally rich storytelling with a touch of mystery.
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