The Prosecutor's Proposal

Finally a BL K-drama where the world didn't feel empty

I'm not used to Korean BL dramas having a budget or having a cast bigger than 4 people. This series had both. Maybe because it didn't really focus on the romance at all, to the point where I didn't believe they actually loved each other, so they decided to actually put money into it?

The romance was so far into the background that they could have made this a bromance and had the 2 NC scenes replaced by investigation scenes, and it wouldn't have made a difference to the emotional level of the story. It was so unimportant that even the characters avoided the topic for most of the show. At least until we got closer to the end, and apparently the scriptwriters decided the show needed some emotion outside of sad and angry.

The script was also a little ridiculous in the beginning regarding Ju Taeseon's lines. I burst out laughing and said "What do you mean?" way too many times within the first couple of episodes alone.

The actors all did a great job, especially the actress for Oja Hyeon. She pulled off batshit crazy scarily well. She actually made me uncomfortable a couple of times. I would have liked to have seen more of her internal & family struggles because there was a lot more there than was unpacked.

The CGI only bothered me a little. After seeing a couple of series with the most fake CGI models recently, looking at you 'Double Helix', anything above it doesn't bother me as much.

Loved the OST. It's not often that I notice the OST; honestly, if I don't notice it, you've done a great job, but the OST really stood out here in a good way. I also really liked the OP; I never skipped it.

Now, as for the plot. I will admit that when it comes to crime dramas, I'm not the biggest fan because they never put enough research into things. I was mildly impressed with the amount of investigating being done in this series (it would have been nice to see both sides of things since it was obvious who was behind most of it) and that they made it make sense why they couldn't find any solid evidence. HOWEVER, I took points off for the fact that it was obvious who the son was and the victim's connections after learning about said secret son. I had already picked up on Song acting weird in episode 1, and he and Tak exchanged looks a couple of times that weren't normal. I didn't need them to connect the dots for me for the murders because everything clicked right away once we talked to Oja Hyeon's sister & learned about the possibility of a son. I understand it was only 10 30ish minute episodes, but that's why I said they should have just taken the romance out of this series.

Am I glad we finally got a BL K-drama with an actual budget and cast? Yes, but not at the expense of a better plot. Romance should enhance the plot, not weigh it down, which is how this felt to me.

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Although I understand the hype and really like it myself, there's 2 things I am very critical about.

This time a more critical and professional review unlike other BL review's I've wrote. What I really love is this genre. Investigation drama's are always amazing and have a lot of potential. This is a genre I really love, no matter what. This series was totally unpredictable and had me thinking along often. I really enjoyed it, but my over all is still quite low compared to other good drama's I've seen. I feel like there's a few big issues with this series.

The first issue is something I will keep doing. I'm critical on this, no matter what. I am sick and tired of ai being used in any form of media. The intro, the first few scene's and apparently the background?? Now as someone who's mostly focussed on PR for editing as a film student. Is it just me or does even the editing look ai generated?? It PISSES ME OFF. Now here's the thing. Some scene's do seem to be correctly put together and nicely lined up but then there's this very weird feeling when they change shots. Idk maybe it's just their style of editing but this fr feels off. The intro feels like it's made by lazy people. Just give me those ugly 2018 fades again.

Another issue I had is the relationship between Chae Ha and Tae Seon. Although I think they suit really well and have perfect chemistry, I really hate Tae Seon's behaviour. Truth is, at some point I even thought he was very suspicious. But, my main issue is the way Tae Seon treated Chae Ha. I don't see no one calling his behaviour out. Can we all agree that Tae Seon Sa'ed Chae Ha 2 times?? The first forceful kiss looked soo uncomfortable but later it got worse. He did yk what, while Chae Ha was super drunk??? I also hate how Tae Seon treated Chae Ha in this confusing way. The one time he was really mean and sometimes he suddenly turned sweet.

Next thing might sounds weird, not a bad thing. That song in episode 5... it's the same one they kept using in the nc scene's in My stubborn. Now don't question me on this. I just got extremely irritated at that song and I always skip all nc's but it was so weird to hear the same song being used and this time rather for an attack scene. It just surprised me. I hate that song sooo much that I recognise it everywhere.

Can we all praise Yang Kyung Hee?? She directed the best BL from South Korea. I'm really happy that she directed this. Although I didn't like all of her work, I have to admit that she might be the best BL director out there in Korea. Often Korea's BL's lack plot but most of her's don't. I really hope she'll give us more amazing drama's. The acting work was incredible as well. I rather not choose favourites but Park Si Woo... he was amazing. I feel like he was way more relatable than any other character and the series felt like it was purely his point of view .Also I really liked Ha Neul... WHY DID HE DO THAT..

Overall this was amazing, but like I mentioned, I am a bit disappointed in the relationship between the male leads and the excessive use of ai. I did enjoy the plot, it was rich and unpredictable. It's a huge suggestion and I think this might be one of the best Korean Bl's we've had.

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Best Korean BL drama!

I am totally obsessed with this series! 😭 I really love the story because it keeps you interested the entire time and never feels boring. The two main actors are incredible and they fit their roles so perfectly. Their chemistry and acting make the story even better. I can’t believe there are only 2 episodes left! I honestly don’t want it to end. 😭 I wish they could make the episodes longer since they’re only around 25 minutes, but overall I absolutely recommend watching it. You can find it on Bilibili!

07.23.26
I just finished it... 😭😭 I seriously can't believe it's over.

I NEED a Season 2, even though I know there's probably won't be one. But if there is... PLEASE. 🙏

The last 10–15 minutes had me so tense. So much was happening, and I was literally tearing up during the final scenes. They had me so emotional!

This is officially my favorite Korean BL, and honestly... it might even be my favorite BL ever. ❤️

I 100% recommend watching it!

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Phenomenal acting skills, good chemistry, interesting story, worth to watch

The prosecutor's proposal is like a good coffee on a rainy day in Korea. It is definitely something you have to watch during the holidays, once you start it, you just keep wanting more & more...

The actors were chosen perfectly, I honestly can't imagine anyone else for these roles. The chemistry is really good. I even thought while I was watching the 6th episode, if they had the main roles in a few series I found poor, I'd have liked that specific series (side note: Kim Yoon-Sik is so insanely handsome and you'll see 😌). Oh, and I also like the character development!!

And not to mention, THE EFFORT THEY PUT INTO ALL OF THIS. Like that's genuinely mind-blowing (for instance: search Studio Oak on Youtube).

The story is also well-written, it creates a detective atmosphere and you feel like you're suddenly in a Columbo episode hahaha.

All I can say is even though I rarely rewatch series I've already watched once, I'll definitely rewatch this one ❤️. Give it a shot!

(I hope this didn't come out like a spoiler)

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The contrast between them made their chemistry even more enjoyable.

An enjoyable watch from start to finish. It blends thriller and drama beautifully, telling the heartbreaking story of two souls who were deeply scarred by the cruelty they endured at such a young age.

At first, I was worried the series would lean too heavily into the thriller side and neglect the emotional aspect. Thankfully, that wasn't the case. It turned out to be engaging, emotionally compelling, and surprisingly sensual.

This is a BL that stands out from the crowd. The writers clearly know how to tell a good story, striking the perfect balance between emotion, suspense, humor, and romance. It's not overly sweet or unrealistically happy, and that's exactly what makes it work.

I couldn't help but smile watching such a broad, rugged prosecutor completely overwhelm Chae Ha, who is so slight, shy, and slender. The contrast between them made their chemistry even more enjoyable.

I'll admit that, since this is a Korean production—and Korean BLs tend to be more reserved when it comes to romance and intimacy—The Prosecutor's Proposal was a wonderful surprise.

Without trying to be overly ambitious, it delivers a talented cast, solid production values, confident direction, beautiful cinematography, and a few intimate scenes that are tasteful rather than excessive. (That said, after the final scenes of Payback Episode 8, every other BL's intimate moments seem "tame" by comparison. 😂)

Overall, I really enjoyed it. A well-made series with a compelling story, memorable characters, and just the right amount of emotion, suspense, romance, and humor.

Highly recommended!

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PODERIA SER MELHOR

olha o plot podia ter sido melhor desenvolvido
e toda vez q eu digo isso eu acho que eu to ficando doida, q talvez eu q não tenha entendido direito algumas coisas mas ó vamos lá☝️

>o lee chaeha é filho de um assassino
>o ju taeson sabe quem ele é pq o cara q o pai do lee chaeha assassinou era o pai dele
>lee chaeha não sabe quem o ju taeson é
>porém ju taeson nao faz questão NENHUMA de esconder que ODEIA a existência dele
>quando o o lee chaeha descobre quem o ju taeson o mundo dele acaba pq ele nunca tinha desconfiado???????

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tipo tá eu entendo que é um choque o cara q vc tava dando queria te fuder de outra forma por um motivo cabeludo até MAS VC LITERALMENTE JA SABIA Q ELE QUERIA SUA DESGRAÇA PQ ELE LITERALMENTE JA TINHA FALADO ISSO NA SUA CARA VC DEU PRA ELE PQ VC QUISSSSSSSS

enfim ai outra reclamação
deixaram TÃO mas TÃO na cara que o filho do casal lá era o song haneul pqp
nem fiquei gag com o plot twist

mas dei 7 pq na verdade eu gostei até tá achei legalzinha a série
pra um bl coreano os personagens tem boas cenas de pegacão (menção honrosa pra do chuveiro pq eu SEMPRE me incomodei q os personagens transavam com o chuveiro ligado mas nao molhavam o cabelo mas aqui eles molha !!!!!!!!!! mt importante isso)
a atuação é até boa
e aprecio q fizeram um bl com um enredo de crime e investigação (por mais q poderia ter sido melhor trabalhado) pq eu já tava cansada desses bl clichê de escritório

fora que icônico o "eu respeito todos os seu fetiches" vsfdddKASKWKWKWKEKEKWKKWKWKW

enfim nada mt surpreendente nada mt uau é só um decente esforçado q poderia ser melhor👍

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Weird ending

The shows story was interesting, its great to watch somwthing with action, crime and serious topics. 2 leads are amazing, i loved them. Few spicy scenes and kisses were amazing, those boys were HUNGRY. Especially for KBL standards. Well done.

I feel like show took a downward turn in the last few episodes, and i was a bit confused by the ending: (slight spoiler ahead)

I wasnt sure if that last scene was really happening or it was a dream. I was convinced its a dream/ happening in someones mind. The beach scene came out of nowhere after characters were in the hospital.

Also, i very much disliked the use of AI in intro and that sea was also AI.

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This had me actively binge-watching! Thank God I watched it after it aired; otherwise, my impatient heart could never. ;55

I totally, totally loved the 'son of the victim' and 'son of the killer' trope! And the chemistry?? DAYUMN! Their chemistry is peak and unwavering.

Is it just me who adores Tae-Seon's eyes in particular? I feel like they have their own magnetic charm. ><

Although Tae-Seon was a prick at the beginning, and despite the rushed pacing and hasty portrayal of the case scenes, I was still able to enjoy this show because it had such amazing actors. They made the show thoroughly engaging, and their visuals are very captivating.

I must note how the show highlighted the way our loved ones' actions impact our lives and further shape our future. It offered brilliant insights into such a delicate theme.

Having Tae-Seon eventually realize—and let Lee Chae-Ha know—that his father's actions don't define him and that he deserves love and happiness was so reassuring to watch.

It's been a while since I vibed with a KBL like this!

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An overall decent drama that stands in the shadow of its own insufferable ML

The plot was surprisingly decent and exciting (albeit cliched sometimes). I think there's a good balance between the progression of the investigation and the, uhh, "romantic moments"...

The acting was fine. The interrogation scene with the lady, the confrontation between Taeseon and you-know-who in the later episodes, and the rooftop scene were on a level I haven't seen often in BLs.

Production-wise, the way it was shot and the use of music, it reminded me of Semantic Error a lot. All in all, it was pleasant to watch.

Unfortunately, the ML was a menace and the romantic development was full of the worst possible tropes prevalent in asian produced m/m. The first kiss was an assault from the ML, the second happened when the MC was drunk off his ass. They also had sex while the MC was drunk off his ass. Like, just imagine two sober consenting men getting into bed together... apparently that's very hard to write these days. The ML is a run-of-the-mill possessive, obsessive, self-entitled asshole. I know he """has his reasons"""" but I really did not enjoy how he was written at all. He could've been a Laurent, but instead he's washed-out m/m top fodder. Anyway. All this to say that I liked him best when he was begging and near tears.

On top of that, we were cursed with a handful of truly cringeworthy moments. The "are you cold?" back hug, to name one, which felt so out of pocket considering their dynamic at that point. It was obvious some of these moments happened just for the sake of playing into m/m fanservice, which was very disappointing cause on the other hand we had moments like the knee touching which I felt was very organic and sensual.

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Ok?! Taeson!!

Korean BLs rarely fail to deliver, and this is another proof of that. What I love about KBLs is that, most of the time, the story always comes first. They don't compromise the plot just to squeeze in flirting or NC scenes. Even when there are a few flaws, the storytelling is strong enough that you barely notice them.

The actors absolutely nailed their characters. I spent most of the series hating Taeson, and that's honestly a compliment to his performance. 😂 While the overall premise isn't the most unique, it's still the kind of story we rarely get to see in BLs, which made it feel refreshing.

And can we talk about the NC scenes? They weren't just there for fan service. The cinematography, the emotions, the chemistry, and even the audio made every scene feel natural and incredibly well-executed. They enhanced the story instead of distracting from it.

Overall, it's a solid watch that proves you don't need to sacrifice storytelling to deliver great romance and chemistry.

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