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I watched this show while it was still ongoing which is risky as I quickly lose interest if the storyline is boring ,but this show kept me coming back.Jang Nara was amazing as usual as well as the rest of the cast. It was refreshing to watch a mature drama without cheap tropes and over the top characters. This was well written and it showed that the screenwriter had knowledge about the legal scene.
I loved how the topic divorce was thoroughly explored, the usual causes, the effect on both parties and the children as well as bouncing back after a divorce.
A job well done .
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it needs a season 2
There really needs to be a season 2 to give us more of the romance we long for. There are many directions for the series to go in.I appreciated how thoughtfully they handled the daughter’s storyline because a lot of effort was made to see things from her point of view and add depth in those conversations rather than just being stereotypical.
I did expect that it would be a more toxic drama, but I was pleasantly surprised. I like that the female leads weren’t silly like in some dramas.
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Jang Na Ra -Nam Ji Hyun 최고
I remember Fated to Love You. I couldn’t finish because I couldn’t watch Jang Na Ra’s character. She was amazing. I affected by her cringe character. So I got angry and couldn’t watch😅Years and years her acting gets amazing. But in this drama I think we should call her Queen. Her eyes, her style her acting all of them amazing.And her partner Nam Ji Hyun. When you watch Shopping King Lou, you can say she is sweet. Then Suspicions Partner, you can say she lovely and beautiful. You can think she is perfect for rom com. But after Little Women she starte to show she can be bad girl. Ypu can feel her anger and passion. I am waiting for more episodes for this drama.
Especially, I really enjoy to watch Na Ra and Ji Hyun fight scene. They act this fight is really. I laugh a lot.
And P.O-Ji Hyun couple. I don’t want to say I feel their relation in the beginning. I thought their chemistry wasn’t enough. But something is growing up. Let’s continue to watch.
I they will finish their story after divorce. however the story is getting dark and scare. they quit their company job and should open their own office.
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She opened her own office. I’m really happy about that.
And at the end I stil think same thing about P.O-Ji Hyun couple sorry :/
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Good Partner: A Heartfelt Exploration of Love, Betrayal, and the Complexity of Divorce
In "Good Partner," the narrative centers around Cha Eun Kyung, a seasoned divorce lawyer who faces her own marital crisis, intertwining her professional and personal struggles. While I found the premise of a divorce lawyer experiencing divorce somewhat cliché, it adds depth to her character, especially as she fights for her marriage. The emotional weight of her daughter's hopes for a complete family also resonated with me, highlighting the complexities of familial bonds amidst turmoil. I believe that while divorce is not ideal, sometimes it is necessary, particularly when infidelity or abuse is involved.The portrayal of characters dealing with difficult realities, such as the Battered Wife case, emphasizes the importance of strong legal representation for those in distressing situations. I have great respect for lawyers like Eun Kyung and her team who refuse to tolerate harmful actions. Overall, "Good Partner" captivated me with its emotional storytelling and powerful performances, particularly by Jang Na-ra, making it a memorable watch. I would rate it 4 out of 5 stars, as it effectively explores the nuanced challenges surrounding divorce while encouraging resilience in the face of adversity.
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An interesting and intriguing take on divorce.
The Kdrama Good Partner revolves around the life of divorce attorneys, who with every coming day try to face the challenges encountered by them. The story includes great partnership between the two female protagonist of the drama Attorney Cha Eun Kyung and Attorney Han Yu Ri, its beautiful to watch the two of them stick together and create spectacular divorce solutions with each episode. It showcases strong female leads and supportive males leads. The drama deals with pressing matters faced by couples in a light, humorous yet effective manner. Overall the drama is well acted by the actors with a strong and empowering storyline which is at the same time entertaining. This drama is a definite WATCH!Was this review helpful to you?
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Good partner
Un altro drama ci ha salutato e sono contenta perché gli ultimi 3 episodi mi hanno un po annoiata..hanno avuto più occasioni per chiuderlo in maniera epica mantenendo alta l'attenzione ma non hanno colto il momento ...Cmq vissero tutti felici e contenti direi..l'avvocato cha è riuscita finalmente a conciliare lavoro e famiglia creando un rapporto speciale con sua figlia ..ma soprattutto riportandola al suo papà...questo è un grande insegnamento ..anche dopo il divorzio la pace e il benessere dei figli non dev'essere oggetto di litigio ma il giusto approccio per vivere sereni...
L'avvocato han finalmente si lascia andare con junior e vive una dolcissima love story almeno cosi aperiamo e cosa piu inportante diventa un avvocato divorzista di tutto punto ripensando a tutto quello che ha imparato dall'avvocato cha e trasmettendolo ai suoi subordinati...
Love story assente ma lo sapevamo...casi più di uno molto avvincente, cast molto bello e fantastica la chimica tra le due donne ... da rewatch no ma un 8 se lo merita.
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The Best Sismance in a Long Time!
This was one of those dramas that I had a “Love-Hate” relationship with!The show was obviously promoted as sismance between the leading ladies and for most quarters, it is. Sparks fly when veteran divorce lawyer Jang Na Ra (Cha Eun Kyung) has to mentor rookie lawyer Nam Ji Hyun (Han Yoo Ri). First of all, their values are invariably different; while Yoo Ri is too straight laced and principled, Eun Kyung only believes in winning her cases, no matter the cost. Clashes are inevitable, but slowly down the line, both of them settle into an amicable professional relationship which helps them grow in different ways. Because of own custody battle, Eun Kyung learns the importance of family and gets to know her daughter better. Yoo Ri on the other hand learns to separate her personal and professional lives. The male leads didn’t have much to do, apart from supporting the lead ladies; at times, their presence was overshadowed by the female protagonists who had an impeccable sense of justice.
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Good but...
I actually enjoy the show, but one thing that bugs me is how the main character tends to shove her views down everyone's throat like she's got the monopoly on morality. It would be so much better if she took a step back sometimes and tried to see things from other people's perspectives, you know? Like, walk a mile in someone else's shoes for a change.I get where she's coming from, and it's not that her beliefs are totally off-base, but the way she goes about it can be a bit preachy and self-righteous. If she could just dial it down a notch and be more open to different viewpoints, it would make the show way more interesting.
Don't get me wrong, I'm all for having strong convictions, but there's a fine line between standing up for what you believe in and coming off as judgmental. I think the show would benefit a lot from showing more sides of the story and letting characters really grapple with tough ethical dilemmas. It would add depth and make it more relatable to audiences.
So yeah, while I'm a fan of the show overall, I wish they'd tone down the moral high ground stuff and bring in more genuine dialogue and understanding. That would make it not just entertaining but also thought-provoking in a real way.
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The friendships
I think what kept me most interested was the bonding of the female attorneys. Although their personalities were different they learned from each other and became better attorneys and friends. Even when CEO Oh was trying to oust Attorney Cha, Attorney Han didn’t turn on her to further her own career.Also I found Attorney Jeon to be so cute and refreshing in his pursuit of Attorney Han.
I also enjoyed the mother/daughter bonding between Attorney Cha Eun Gyeung and her daughter, Kim Jae Hui.
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When tropes serve the message
If there's one thing Korean shows like, it's using tropes and building around comforting, well-known settings. Lawyer procedurals are one of these well-loved settings in K-shows, but here, the focus is not so much the setting but the message of the series.See, at its core, Good Partners has a feminist message of the place of women in relationships, whether they be platonic, marital, or professional, and what better settings than a divorce attorney cabinet to explore these questions? Through various cases we examine the question of marriage being a prison to women in South Korea due to the rigidity of the divorce laws, we question whether women can truly florish in an institution created by and for men, we opint out that children are people who often suffer because they are treated like the belonging of their parents rather than people who can voice their opinion and who can see when they are used as a living punition by adults, ...
/!\ On the notes of serious questions being raised I have to emphasize that episodes 12 to 14 are explicitly about marital abuse, with a violent murder taking place onscreen.
It is seriously refreshing and so lovely how this show does not treat the audience like imbeciles, and leaves you to guess things they have shown but not said explicitly, just like it is very refreshing to get an open end regarding the relationship between some of the characters instead of tying every single storyline neatly with a little bow. After all, it would be weird if they put all those relationships into neat boxes when the core of the show is how beautifully complex it all is.
Honestly, I would not be mad if we got a season 2.
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A great drama♥
A great drama, and there is no doubt that the drama deserves all the awards it has recently won. Perfect casting of two actresses that I really like .. A drama that touches, among other things, on the right balance between private life, family and work, the power and empowerment of women and the friendships that are built between them. It has monologues and wise sentences that can be used in life.The drama revolves around divorce issues and various reasons that led to divorce/arrangement or compromise, painful betrayals, relationships between parents and children, abuse (physical, verbal and financial).. A drama that kicks in the soft stomach of those who have experienced divorce proceedings and child abuse on the one hand, and on the other hand sensitivity to the needs of children in divorce proceedings. .... A wonderful soft and gentle soundtrack .. In between there is a small love story in the background .. Highly recommended drama 10/10
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Better than expected
The story was definitely good. Especially when the main character had to struggle with her own divorce. It was interesting to see that side and how she dealt with the betrayal.Another point was that the drama definitely had funny situations that made me smile. However, there were also sad scenes that made me cry. So I was able to laugh as well as cry because of this drama.
Which character did I like the most? Jung U Jin. He has such a calm vibe and is really charming. He comes across as competent, but unfortunately he was just a supporting character in my opinion. I really wanted to see more of him. But most of the time it was about Cha Eun Gyeong (great character) and Han Yu Ri.
Every actor acted well. I read some comments in the first episodes saying that P.O can't act well and he shouldn't be in it. I have to say that I don't understand that. I think he gave a good performance and portrayed his character well.
But what did I not like? Unfortunately, I didn't like the episodes after the divorce was finalised. The episodes after that were interesting, but I have to say that the tension just dropped. Especially the last episodes. I found the ending satisfying, but it didn't impress me either.
Would I recommend it? Yes, it was definitely a good drama. Would I watch it again? Not in the near future.
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