Secret Garden

Not a fan

Maybe I am not such a fan of older dramas. I haven't watched a lot of old dramas but I do like a few and this is not one of them.
The start was pretty good. I did enjoy the first few episodes(2-3) but then I felt the story became very boring. I felt there wasn't much plot progression and it felt irritating to watch. I was so bored at one point that I skimmed through episodes just to finish the drama. (But I did finish it because I really don't drop dramas in the middle unless I find it impossible to continue or I m extremely busy)
I also found the characters annoying.
Well this is my opinion and I am pretty sure many people must have loved this drama but maybe it was not according to my taste.
You can give it a try if you like the plot summary.
I definitely did not find the drama fast-paced or engaging.

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Body Swap Fantasy Done Uniquely

Started slow... took awhile to get to the fantasy elements, but once they came in they were incorporated well and uniquely. Great chemistry between the lead and secondary couples. The only couple that lacked chemistry was Yoo In A's character and the personal assistant dude. Also would've been cool if a romance developed between the Action Studio director and Joo Won's sister, since she showed a clear interest in him. The was good all around but especially Hyun Bin and Ha Ji Won. A lot of beautiful sets matched with flat lightning, possibly due to the fact that this was shot on film. A very trope heavy drama (a bit repetitive), but still well written overall. The story comes full circle in the end. I will definitely be watching more "old school" Kdramas in the future.

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bale verla

es una serie que no está siendo reconocida,
en lo personal siento que todas y todos deberíamos verla es una serie que lo vale ,apesar que ya es vieja y no tiene mucho que la vi me encantó 10 de 10
las actuaciones megustaron
y además sale actores que actualmente son muy reconocidos................
y aparte hay de todo vas a llorar, vas a reír, te sorprenderás.......
no lo pienses y véanla........
lo pueden encontrar en
free tv ,vix , o en doramasgo, están en español y subtitulados......

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Secret Garden slowly worked its charm on me. It took me awhile for me to get into it. But I am really happy I kept watching because it turns out to be one of my favorites. By the end, I felt like the characters had become my friends and I was sad to not see them anymore. It seems a silly reason, but the wardrobe and hair didn't do it for me. I'm pretty sure some of the wardrobe was intentionally silly to be funny, but it bugged me enough to make me slow to warm to the characters.

Some of the interaction between the couple- particularly in the first part - seemed repetitive. The plot felt kind of slow for me at first. But once it got going there are some really charming, funny and romantic moments in Secret Garden that makes it all worth it. The body switching provides some light fun. Joo Won and Oska are really endearing and funny characters. The relationship between the 2 cousins is heartwarming. Joo Won is somehow arrogant, funny and lovable all at once. It is worth watching just to enjoy these characters. Overall it is really charming, funny and romantic and worth the time.

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Its a very cute one. They had great chemistry with each other. I loved there cuteness and playfulness they have as a couple. I liked that it had a bit of a mystery to it. The story of them switching body's when it rain that was Kool how they did that. I really liked how they both grew from loving each and each of them became a better person. It's was very Kool that they did have a gay character and they were was kinda of a mystery to his character, and kinda bad guy vibe to but a big softy on the inside. I like the second couple as well it showed that u really do need to be able to talk with each other instead of jumping to conclusions. The 3 couple was just to cheesey for me. It's a really good tv show I do recommend this

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I've been putting off watching Secret Garden for a long time. I started it a LONG time ago when I first started watching K-dramas and I wasn't feelin' it so, I dropped it for a long while. I saw some entertaining MV clips and decided to give it a solid go this time and I'm glad I gave it a second chance.

There's nothing particularly remarkable about Secret Garden, but it is a solid drama. I finished it in 3 days and there was no point where I didn't want to continue watching (I actually had to convince myself to pause the drama and go to sleep haha). There's nothing particularly unique or breathtaking about Secret Garden, especially when you compare it to what all has been released in the K-drama world since it's release. BUT, it *is* enjoyable. I found all the characters enjoyable to watch. My favorite character was probably Oska (Yoon Sang Hyun is so entertaining!) because he was cute and sincere. Even though the male MC's mother was a b*tch, she wasn't that different from most chaebol mothers portrayed in the K-drama world, so I wasn't too surprised or terribly bothered by her antics. And all the characters got a clean ending and the ending for our MCs was wrapped up well and satisfying.

The OST was nice, but it isn't my favorite out of all the K-dramas I've watched, BUT I really really REALLY love Scar by Bois - you can feel the pain and sorrow of the song and it gets stuck in your head in a good way (very easy to hum by yourself haha).

I would really recommend watching Secret Garden if you haven't gotten around to it, especially if you've been in the K-drama world for a while. It feels like a mainstream "classic" that everyone really should watch. Secret Garden definitely has more PDA than the dramas I'm seeing these days, but it leaves you with very pleasant and warm feelings.
Also, I found Kim Joo Won's chant about the turtle and the crane joke to be sooooo adorable. XD

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I just rewatched Secret Garden. I did see it a few years ago, but I couldn’t remember much of the story. Some scenes were, however, embedded in my mind (those crunches by Hyun Bin…O_O) .

What I liked:

Acting – Ha Ji Won can do no wrong in my eyes. Loved her in Empress Ki, loved her in King2Hearts, loved her here). I’ve only seen Hyun Bin here and in Crash Landing on You – loved him. Supporting cast was nice, but completely lost to the powerful interpretations these 2 leads brought. The two of them delivered so much through their body that I often found the lines annoying.
Props to acting when switching as well – the SMS ringtone never ceased to make me laugh out loud.
I don’t like Yoon Sang Hyun (please don’t judge, my heart is full of other favorites), but he did a nice and heartfelt interpretation. Pretty much the only one not lost from supporting cast.

Chemistry – can I give it above maximum marks? Romantic dramas might be my favorite and I do admit Korean actors excel at delivering chemistry. In my opinion, also their differences would help them in their life – him being all forward, going ahead at full speed, not caring about unimportant people he may step on, her coming a bit behind, apologizing, lifting people up and making friends . Bad cop, good cop never gets old.

Hyun Bin’s character realism – Kim Joo Won’s concerns about what he should chose, until making his decision, felt real to me. I am not rich, but I do believe once you are rich, money are part of who you are so giving them up is like giving up a part of your body. So I do understand his infatuation, his need to be among quality and expensive things, in an entourage of people like him. But in the end, it’s all about fate ?.

Ha Ji Won’s character – especially liked her pride in being what she is (alone and poor), but nevertheless her trying to be better for Kim Joo Won. And by better, I mean in matching his chaebol standards. Also, she was so hoooot in this drama. Action scenes are a perfect match for her.

What I disliked:

Not so much… School’s director was pretty much a pain to watch for me. But hey, it’s tough to deliver your lines to Ha Ji Won and Hyun Bin. I need to repeat that they got my full attention in every scene.

What I got over:

Maybe small spoiler… After hospital switch – I didn’t quite understand as it worked. But maybe it was just me totally engrossed in main characters and missed the explanation ?.
Story – nice fantasy elements, but with less powerful leads not sure if it would’ve been memorable.

Already rewatched, will probably rewatch in the future.

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I already watched this for almost 8-9 times in just a span of 3 years. The first and only kdrama that I have rewatched. It is also the only kdrama that I have watched  I6 episodes continuously for 1 day. It is really very funny and entertaining. It has contradicting elements that made it more unforgettable and heartwarming. It  is  very realistic despite its fantasy elements. Still my most favorite kdrama of all time! It's not a perfect kdrama in terms of plot and other technicalities. But the acting of the actors and actresses especially the main leads and the execution of the script really captured my heart. Hajiwon and Hyun Bin really gave life to their characters; amazing portrayal!! The script is also commendable because it has the  right mix of lines/scenario that are  heartwarming,funny,witty,melancholic and most of the time metaphorical. I enjoyed the metaphorical lines pertaining to the fairy tale characters; it's a modern day /realistic fairy tale indeed. Many kdrama fans might not agree that this is the best but for me; I cannot find any other drama that touched my heart the most and made me feel so hurt,happy and so  in love. This kdrama also made me realize that true love really exists and for me their love story is the best example of what true love should be.It didnt portray the main lead actor as perfect and so crazily in love; it's very realistic that the main lead still thought of the consequences of his actions and tried to control his love for the main lead actress..But in the end, true love still prevailed. I hope Haji won and  Hyun Bin can still have another drama together or a season 2.. Still Hoping.. :)

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An Unpolished Gemstone from 2010

I gave it a try because I noticed this was an earlier work by the same screenwriter who wrote 'The Goblin' and 'The Glory'. Despite some rough edges this show has a very likable natural charisma.

This came out in 2010-2011 and is a Cinderella story with a supernatural angle thrown in. Note that the supernatural side doesn't get revealed until well into several episodes. It then drops away and only reappears much later. It works.

Some of the commentary in the dialogue was seriously blunt talk about class differences and issues with marriage between the humble classes and the elite few. Later Cinderella stories I've seen toned it down from what's here.

The bad is the acting (or perhaps we should blame the directors?) which at times is horrible with the actors screaming out lines and bellowing (and to top it off when they shriek the sound cracks or breaks - poor quality sound). Very off-putting. And then even my first time through the rough transitions and dropped or mishandled threads are very noticeable. What saves the production, as flawed and dated as it is, is it has a lot of heart. I found myself ignoring the bad acting and getting so engrossed in the story that the full hour episodes flew by.

Given this came out in 2010 and the screenwriter later followed up with such polished work as Goblin and Glory (among others) it seemed often that there were story twists and scene situations that she was experimenting with and that later were used by her (and other screenwriters) very successfully in better executed productions.

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Totally in love with this drama

Watched this drama several years ago and loved it .Was so good back then .I recently decided to rewatch old dramas.I must say I’m more than in love this time around ..I understand everything better now ..
Everything is so on point .from acting to storyline ,to the ost..My fourth time rewatching and I never get tired.The progression is beautiful and right paced
No cringy moment
First drama I’ve watched, where the show is still good and not cringy after they start dating.
The chemistry between the leads are amazing
So I’m love with the fl she’s such a great actress as well as the ml
Even the love between the second leads is to die for
A very sweet emotional rollercoaster
It’s more than amazing how a drama is still so good after 13 years ….
A must watch!!

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What a fun drama

I watched this drama 15 years after its release and expected to cringe a lot.

Boy was I wrong. It had me on a crazy rollercoaster, wanting to know what would happen next, like immediately.

All I can say, it had me hooked and I'm glad I gave it a chance.

This drama really showcased Hyun Bin's talent. He was a very convincing Ra-im. I found out he lost weight for the role, but the mannerisms, the gait, even his stares and sometimes shy gaze. Ugh, he's a wonderful actor.

I must say (I forgot her name) but FL was great too! As Ra-im I oftentimes found her to be too passive, but as soon as she crept in the role of Ju-won, hats off.

I forever hate how dramas tend to cram a lot of progress in the last episode, this one did it too, but I could forgive it because the story remained consistent. The nasty mother remained nasty and thus held her end of the bargain to never accept Ra-im.

Again, I really enjoyed this one.

Only thing "bad" about this was the hair and some of the outfits, but that was '10 fashion for you.
All in all, solid 7.5.

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