Different emotions while watching
So far I’m loving it , it’s only on Episode 8 and I’ve already laughed, cried, gotten angry and felt almost every emotion I can think of. I’m excited to keep watching this drama. The chemistry the 2 main leads have is off the charts, you can tell they get along very well in real life. I also love the 2nd lead couple they’re both really funny.Was this review helpful to you?
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I loved the beginning of this show so much. The banter and bickering between Seok-ryu and Seung-hyo felt so genuine and accurate for friends who had known each other so long. Seok-ryu was such a fantastic character and I love that the show delved into her burnout and the unfair treatment she got as the eldest daughter. One of the first scenes that really got to me was when they were sitting in the rain and she is laughing and Seung-hyo tells her not to laugh when she really wants to cry, and she immediately starts sobbing. The two of them showed the importance of truly being seen. Both of them could see through the facades that the other would put up and knew what they truly needed. I loved the two of them together. They had fantastic chemistry both as friends and as a couple. The show really spent a lot of time on Seung-hyo’s feelings and I would have loved more time spent on Seok-ryu’s. I think that the best part of friends to lovers is the tension and them slowly realizing their friend is hot, but since we got so little of her perspective, we didn’t really get those moments from her. It was such a missed opportunity to not do flashbacks showing moments where she found herself attracted to him as well, even if she didn’t realize it or accept it at the time.
I loved Seok-ryu so much and I was so excited to see a depiction of an overachieving eldest daughter crashing and burning, and then her efforts to create a life that actually makes her happy. The show takes a bit of a turn that I was disappointed with because it really took away from all the totally valid reasons that she could be burnt out. I also really wanted her family, but especially her mom, to realize on their own how unfair they’d been to her. The way the show went with it made it so that they didn’t really have to come to terms with how awful they’d been, which was extremely frustrating.
Mo-eum and Dan-ho, the second leads, had such a great meet-cute and her career as a paramedic was interesting to watch. I felt like this couple really went downhill over the course of the series. Mo-eum did have a sweet connection with his daughter but she tried to move things so fast that it was uncomfortable. Dan-ho’s constant rejection of her never really made much sense and it felt a little degrading to have her continue to pursue him when he was acting so cold to her. The energy between them just really seemed to shift partway through the show.
The storyline with his mom’s memory was really what took this show down a notch for me because what was that. The show continued to just throw in dramatic elements for shock value and then just reel it back, which was completely unnecessary.
At the beginning of the show, this was a 10/10 for me. Some of the frustrating elements did bring it down a bit, but I still really enjoyed the show. Jung So-min and Jung Hae-in were both incredible, together and separately. There were such sweet heartwarming moments, not just between the leads but also with their families. Even if it didn’t go into it as much as I wanted, I still really appreciated how they showcased Seok-ryu realizing in her thirties that she doesn’t even know what she likes or wants to do. She became such a beloved character to me that I won’t forget anytime soon.
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Simple but raw
If you’re looking for a drama that has a complicated, unique, different, new, plot then I fear this may not be for you. The premise of the drama is very simple but it has a lot of underlying tones that makes it so much more enjoyable. The cast is able to bring out raw emotions when they’re required, especially Jung Somin and Jung Haein.One can say its similar to QOT in a sense that its a drama thats carried by the flawless amazing acting of the leads.
Its a simple drama but also shows the complicated human emotions. It is rom-com but also melo, as each episodes contain a mixture of both, if you only see the romcom part and hate the drama for the melo, thats a you problem.
Its very enjoyable to watch a drama be so realistic and relatable just through the conveyance of emotion
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so far … I LOVE IT SO MUCH !
the main leads are so likeable. their chemistry is amazing. i love watching so-min and hae-in’s kdramas ! i also love the childhood besties trope, with the “i hate you, you’re annoying” facade and + “he fell first then she fell but he’s head over heels for her” AHAHAHA it’s so obvious he likes her. i think deep down inside, she likes him too but she doesn’t wanna ruin the friendship. i love the bestie mo-eum and i’m excited to see what happens in her storyline. oh and FYI i cried in episode two 😭Was this review helpful to you?
from childhood friends to lovers!
finished 8.5/10 ✨💞a story where I thought it would be set in a romantic comedy but in the end it turned out to be a family melodrama full of nostalgia and events from the past
Somin and Haein's chemistry is 10000/10000 ❤️
The script for me was the biggest flaw in this drama... from 1-8 and from 9-16 I felt like I saw two completely different stories... everything bad at the beginning and then everything good.
The ending seemed lukewarm to me and with some unnecessary final twists.
Despite everything, it was a project that I was really looking forward to and I enjoyed it despite some little things... it's a drama that's good for passing the time. ✨
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Jung Hae In x Jung So Min superiority!
What a cute show!! This is the first kdrama in a looong time that I found myself hooked on week after week. I lapped up all the bonus Youtube content too (that Elle interview had chemistry off the charts). So Min's "Because this is my first life" is my favourite drama of all time, and Jung Hae In is SUCH a treat to watch in romcoms (One Spring Night is probably my favourite of his).Strangely, it took me a little while to get to the last episode, which felt like pure fluff. I liked the push-and-pull early on, and I didn't even mind the most melodramatic plot lines (which were usually tidied up within an episode or two, much like an American sitcom). I laughed and I cried, which is all I can really ask for.
I was particularly pleased with the exes in the story — I'm glad that they weren't annoying recurring characters, and the way their past relationships played out felt fresh and mature. I wish Seok Ryu's reason for leaving the US weren't so complex though — the burnout would've been enough, and that would've made for a stronger and more realistic statement than all the other circumstances that were revealed afterwards. Another choice that I didn't love was Dan Ho's family circumstances. This is a drama with Jung Hae In, for crying out loud! Erase the stigma and become more accepting of death, divorce, etc. instead of presenting the most tragic backstories ever.
Another thing that disappointed me (surprisingly!) was the chemistry. There was so much potential early on (that pool scene? omg!), and weirdly, even more chemistry in some of the interviews. But when the love really got rolling, we were treated to some awkward closed-mouth kisses. The teasing and banter evaporated, and was replaced by overly sweet honeymoon-phase talk. At least we got glimpses of the couple coming back to earth by the end.
The set was pretty, and the foreshadowing was good. I enjoyed the drama overall, but I wouldn't call it a memorable, all-time great... which is too bad, since these two actors have the chops to provide that kind of impact. The script was a bit.of a let-down in that regard (or maybe some of the directorial choices were off). Either way, this drama was solid and satisfying, but with minor adjustments, could've soared to another level.
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forever in love with the childhood friends to lovers trope...
I was completely hooked. As someone who started watching the drama because of the OST (huge zerose here!), I was pleasantly surprised with how many wonderful emotions Love Next Door made me feel. In full honesty, the plot isn't perfect - there is the use of common plot tropes that I won't get into here for the sake of spoilers, but once you watch you'll know what I'm talking about - yet despite this, I enjoyed the drama so so so much. It's tagged as a romance and a comedy, but I think the comedy aspect isn't as prevalent, so that might turn some people away, just a heads up. However, I personally really liked that it didn't focus as much on the comedy but instead on the slice of life part (IDK if this is the right term, sorry I was originally an anime watcher). There are lessons to be learned within the simple interactions between all the characters - moments that caused me to reflect on my view of my own life, especially the relationships I have with my friends and family. Life isn't perfect, yet despite this, it's important to keep going, and to constantly chase your dreams. This drama emphasizes that fact in a wholesome and realistic manner, and I will truly miss it. Now onto a few specific likes and dislikes.LIKES -
THE CHEMISTRY AND THE ACTING!! All of the characters on the show, not just the main leads, have so much chemistry with each other, and I loved the acting of everyone! They truly bring the show to life, and everyone nailed their part with their expressions, subtle dialogues, and so much more. I'll definitely keep a look out in the future for them! P.S the child actors in this show are soooo adorable.
THE MUSIC! Like I mentioned above, I started watching this show because ZEROBASEONE sang the OST for it, and I'm a huge fan of their music, so obviously I have to give the music rating a 10/10! However, in addition to ZB1's OST, the rest of the music is quite good as well, and the music is used in nice moments for the show.
THE PLOT! Yes I acknowledged earlier that the plot isn't perfect, yet the main trope of it (childhood friends to lovers), I'm such a sucker for, and it met expectations! The use of the flashback scenes were so well done and I felt that there were no major plot holes when the drama finished, so that's a win for me.
DISLIKES -
I genuinely didn't dislike anything with the drama which I know will be slightly controversial but I did rate it a ten so it's to be expected that I think highly of it. I suppose here I'll just acknowledge that I never rewatch dramas hence the rewatch score but if you are someone who does, it might not be one to watch again since it leans more towards the longer side of episode length (and normally I hate things that drag out so it's a miracle this one managed to hook me that well).
TLDR - GIVE IT A CHANCE! Maybe you'll fall in love with it like I did, or maybe the trope/style of drama isn't for you, and that's okay too! But whatever you do...listen to the OST!! :)
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been looking for a good childhood sweetheart drama.
After watching multiple Chinese dramas. I thought it was time to try a good Korean drama. The last chinese drama I watched was, "memory of encaustic tiles," which was about friends growing up together. Since then I fell in love with the concept of two childhood besties falling in love. This drama came right in time and has given a mix of childhood, teen, and adult scenes that are both heartwarming and funny. The end of each episode leaves you wanting more. My only disappointment is the waiting game for new episodes.Was this review helpful to you?
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one of the best 2024 kdrama
i will recommended everyone to watch this show it very good would not disappoint u in any way it not like other romcom who will show those fanfactic storyline and rose tint glass storyline with negative sidebut it more of focus on reality aspect of human life, their struggle and how their healed from it
throughout the series we saw each and every character struggles, trauma and theur healing process i love how they didn't just focused mainly on main lead but give story to each ans every character give their explanation
love both main lead for me haein and somin will be in top2 of best kdrama pair in term of chemistry on and off screen they deserved all the love and hype they got from this show
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i will highly recommend everyone to watch this drama
LoveNextDoor is not your series if you are looking for a series unrealistic green flags. It speaks about how to handle miscommunication, admission of unchangeable situation, and embrace imperfection. Too brilliant for #JungSoMin #JungHaeIn for their roles 👏One thing I love about love next door is how the characters are realistic, they are not perfect and all have flaws as humans.
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Magnifique en émotions ??
Au debut j’ai eu du mal, je lui avais mis une note de 6,5 mais au fil des épisodes, ce Kdrama devient de plus en plus profond, le jeu d’acteur apporte une réel profondeur, les émotions sont transmises naturellement ceux qui permet complètement de plonger dans l’histoire. Même si ça m’a prit un peu de temps avec de réellement considérer ce Kdrama, maintenant j’en suis devenu fan 🫶🏻 comme quoi tout est juste une question de patience dans le vie, Si comme vous au début vous avez du mal car vous trouvez le rythme un peu lent (avis perso) hésitez pas à continuer car pour moi ça en a valu la peine :DWas this review helpful to you?
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