A lot of sugar!
It was the sweetest drama I’ve seen in a long time. But at the same time, it also portrayed a mature kind of love. I adored the relationship between the main characters, who actually communicated with each other and focused on solving problems instead of leaving room for misunderstandings. The characters were engaging and easy to root for, and their personal growth was great to watch. Absolutely charming. In the romance category, I think it’s one of the better ones I’ve seen recently, especially in terms of the main couple’s relationship.Was this review helpful to you?
Brewing frustration
This is such a poorly written show. It's hard to believe that, with an experience cast and crew, the show producers and writers made made such a mess in setting the show narrative tone.The main storylines are incoherent and intertwined with some off the most basic humor that i saw this year. The suport characters are completely hollow. They just shout and make weird faces. One or two ahjummas are also on Virtuous Business and they were good in this show, because the writers and director created scenes that show their humanity and personality. They are not just screaming cardboard cutouts.
There's also the feeling that something feels off with the main characters due to the erratic story progression but mainly because on some scenes the actors don't have anything to hang on. Sejeong in the "action scenes" does not seem to be in character but just performing some stunt like in some variety show showing her physical prowess. It's a shame to see actors wasting their talent with such shallow roles.
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The best romcom this year for me
I just love it. The main characters deserve to love each other. Not the weak type of woman who cries a lot and not the arrogant and insensitive type of man. There are no evil characters like the devil. Many quotes that are relevant to life. can't wait for next week. Yuhuuuu. please give a chance to watch this drama. i like the little things in this dramaWas this review helpful to you?
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crying boss
When he’s boss was crying about their branch closing , I had to skip a bit because why does he cry like that 😭I couldn’t take him serious.I’m really enjoying it so far they’re so cute , really cute . I love how the male lead isn’t like your usual tough guy act male he’s so adorable and goofy.I don’t know why I thought in the beginning they’d show her going to the doctor for the injury she got from episode 1 . The FL is so hard working and she really does our everyone above herself it does make me sad 🥲.
I’m rooting for Areum and Chan Hwi too they’re cute .
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Brewing Love 4 Real
1st review ever !!!!!Please ignore all the negative reviews; this drama keeps you wanting more. Everything about it is so heartwarming and tremendous. The chemistry, acting & storyline are all worth it. Can’t wait to watch the ending.
Let’s not judge a good series by others opinion. Watch an be thrilled.
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Simple plot but with well-written characters that drive the story further.
When I first read the synopsis, it felt so simple that it didn't feel like a drama that I would watch and look out for if it wasn't for Sejeong being casted as FL. And true enough, the plot was as simple as it gets, that after the first 2 episodes I wondered how they're going to stretch this into 12 episodes. But looking back, honestly, isn't it closer to real life than other dramas do? Most of us lead same, simple lives, that the only difference we have is the people surrounding us and how they're bringing color and dimension. This is the same with the characters, they live normally but each have their own story to tell.Story (9/10)
I love love the depiction of the characters and how their stories unfold, especially Yongju. I'm not sure if it's just me relating to her, but I felt the strongest conviction for her character development. It made this drama from "something that I watch just for Sejeong" to a drama "must watch for characters like Yongju".
Regardless of the characters, I still feel like the drama could use more strengthening in terms of plot development. Because of its simple plot, there were times when I felt like they were just dragging conflict/issues to make it progress. After the characters' development, the excitement sort of just slowly dissipated.
Acting (9/10)
While I love the character Chae Yongju, I have to admit that this is not Sejeong's strongest portrayal. Based on character description, there were a lot of parts about Yongju that overlapped with Sejeong, that sometimes I feel like I'm just watching Sejeong. Her actions, aegyo and mannerisms just scream like her so I kind of found it hard to separate them. I don't want to compare but her portrayal of Shin Hari was so well-done if felt like she was a whole new person on her own. But she definitely improved on the emotional scenes that half of me wishes we'd get more sad and emotional Yongju because she portrays that amazingly.
It's the first time I'm watching Lee Jongwon, but I'm amazed at how well he does. His expressive eyes are definitely something to treasure for. I'll admit I was initially skeptical about his acting the first 2 episodes, but he just transformed after that.
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Sweetttttttttt!!!!
Actually I am not a big fan of only Melo or Romance where I wait for every episode but I really Waited for every week for this drama and really enjoyed It .First I just came for Kim se Jeong but I really liked Lee Jong won in this drama , I really Liked their chemistry a lot and The second Couple were very sweet and I Liked there chemistry too.
Story - The story was not common but not that different but I liked it , The village set up and small connections between Leads and also each character has their own story
Actors - I really liked all the 6 members in the squad and Individual character is also very good and I am really Impressed with Lee Jong Won in this drama . The mains have a healthy relationship and I am satisfied with this part a lot.
Over all The drama is very good and I really recommend this drama to watch .
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When it comes to acting, I think it can be improved more by the FL. Don't get me wrong, i absolutely love her and she has been my favourite for a long time, but I feel like, in few of the scenes her acting feels forced. It's unlike her to not deliver a script well, as I've seen her in so many series and have absolutely loved it. But nonetheless, overall, it's not that bad, she's gonna make your heart flutter in certain scenes for sure. And regarding the ML, I have only one thing to say, Perfection! His subtle expressions, his soft gaze that portrays his empath character perfectly, his mannerisms, it's perfect.
You must give this series a go, it's worth your time, trust me! It's surely gonna make your heart flutter!
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Story is original but leads have no chemistry
I watched this because the ML is uniquely handsome with his retro seventies hairstyle and so captivating, you can’t take eyes off of him during his scenes . The FL was adorable in Business Proposal but I don’t like her in this drama She is too butch and the whole armed forces scenario is suppose to make her desirable to the ML? She did not age well, and her sugar coated broad fake smile doesn’t make her more attractive. These leads do not have the onscreen chemistry to make a romance convincing. The storyline is unique which is the only reason I made it to Episode 8……along with the memorizing looks of the ML.Was this review helpful to you?
A pretty solid watch
There's a lot to find in these 12 episodes, I saw mentioned that the drama is a bit disjointed in a different review, but in my opinion it comes together well enough. There's his family issues, her family issues, his work, her work, and then all the secondary characters - so there is a lot to cover.My main problem with the Kdrama is that I couldn't get away from the fact that it's happening in 3 different places; Seoul, Busan, and a "midway" point. There's a 4.5-5.5 hour driving distance between Seoul and Busan and our female lead works in both places during the drama while still living in the same home. And sometimes it's so far between that you need a cat sitter, and sometimes it's just a quick drive 🙄 Yes it's fiction, and yes, these are the two largest cities in S-Korea and therefore the best known ones - it still took away from my enjoyment of the drama.
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It's a lil cheeeeezzzy, baby.
One of the best romances that I've watched recently. The chemistry was there from the beginning and both of them make for very compelling entertainment. ML states that he is unmanly due to his sensitivity, but his quiet and attentive efforts are some of the most attractively masculine qualities I've seen in a recent ML.His attitude juxtaposed to the FL's performative masculinity (which stems from necessity rather than desire) and how she ends up leaning back into her feminity (cuz she feels safe enough to do so) because of his efforts??? OMG Swoon~ WHAT A MANNNNN. So fun to watch.
The 2nd lead couple was also great, I really liked their conflict.
My only issue with this show is the length. As always it's harder for shorter dramas to stick the landing… I feel like this might have actually needed the full 16 episodes. They lay down A LOT of info for major character arcs in those last few episodes.
Things felt really rushed and a tad unsatisfying.
But I would definitely recommend it if you're looking for something light and easy to chew.
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this drama is way too relatable, watch on your own responsibility.
I was really shocked when I watched this show. The first couple of episodes had me spiraling, because of how relatable it felt. The male lead struggles with sensitivity and way too much empathy for others and has it under his control after years of exhaustion until he meets the woman who looks like is about to combust every single time whether with happiness or sadness. She always tries to hide it but the man knows every single time she's not okay.I feel for the male lead in this aspect. I have struggled with being too empathetic before. I know what you think - how is being empathetic bad? At first it truly isn't, it's a gift, but the more you give out, the more you need to be given back, but if those people don't give anything back, it's so exhausting and it leads to being burnt out. Of course it's no one's fault but it's really hard. Once you try to protect your peace, suddenly everyone will be very mad at you, because you're not available for them anymore. But it's very important you do protect yourself from that. I hope you, reading this and maybe struggling with the same thing will get a bit solace from this.
I never have felt this heard and seen before I watched this show, I hope you enjoy it as well.
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