K-Dramas
Somewhat but also very much NOT in any particular order.
May or may not contain spoilers. You have been warned!
Link to my Korean LGBT+ Main & Side Characters/Romances List: https://kisskh.at/list/10dyNPa1
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301. 365: Repeat the Year
Korean Drama - 2020, 24 episodes
In theory, if executed well, this could have been downright gripping. They so badly wanted to keep viewers and the main leads guessing and on the edge of their seats, though, that they forgot to sprinkle enough breadcrumbs along for it all to make sense. Not to mention, feeling like you're getting toyed with again and again gets pretty damn irritating. And it's a shame because I did enjoy parts of the mystery and some more significant twists. At the end of the day, it just felt lazily put together.
Can be found on Rakuten Viki
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302. Queen of Tears
Korean Drama - 2024, 16 episodes
This premise promised a rather unique story and at first, I was excited: How exactly will they make them fall back in love? And heal Hyun Woo's relationship with Hae In after her treatment of him/neglect of his feelings?
They took a (for the most part) serious as well as comedic route to this, which I did feel worked sometimes. I found myself chuckling as well as hurt for both the ML and the FL. I felt everything went heads up the moment the antagonist appeared, though. It felt overly dramatic to the point of being both predictable and tiresome to sit through. Misunderstandings, break-ups, dramatic collapsing and crying, amnesia, car accidents, and an over-the-top-obsessive SML? We got all those! Felt like a bingo card!
I don't know. Maybe because I went into Queen of Tears hoping and interested to see Hae In have to be the one to work to mend their relationship, I was just destined to be disappointed.Can be found on Netflix
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303. Nobleman Ryu's Wedding
Korean Drama - 2021, 8 episodes
A Korean Historical Bl? I believe this may be the first.
It's aesthetically pleasing, charming, sweet, and quite funny.
The episodes are really short but generally feel as though they used the time wisely. I only wish they had about 2 more episodes to show more with the family and what ended up happening with them.
Also, guys disguised as girls is not seen very often. It's usually the other way around. I'm glad to see even more variation in the genre of Bl.
Can be found on LineTV
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304. Birthcare Center
Korean Drama - 2020, 8 episodes
While it could be meaningful, funny, and even informative at times, by the end, I still found it seemed to narrow down and push women into a certain way of being a mother, especially a "good" mother. I was often left feeling irritated.
Can be found on Rakuten Viki
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305. Secret Boutique
Korean Drama - 2019, 32 episodes
It gave a less put-together version of Mine. So messy and soap-opera like, but could have been far messier.
Can be found on Rakuten Viki
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306. My Demon
Korean Drama - 2023, 16 episodes
After finishing the first episode, I could sense my incoming boredom and frustration. Oh, how this dragged on and badly copied better past K-Dramas. The entire time, I wished I was watching Goblin, My Roommate is a Gumiho, or Doom at Your Service.
Can be found on Netflix
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307. New Normal Zine
Korean Drama - 2022, 12 episodes
For a drama I gave a second chance to, this left a good impression, for the most part. I liked the wide variety of topics they covered and the nuance they tried to give certain characters/issues. However, I did raise my eyebrows at some choices. Not mad I watched it, though. Not at all.
Can be found on free websites
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308. 7 First Kisses
Korean Special - 2016, 8 episodes
Every Lee Jong Suk acting role summarized: "So, you see, that's where the trouble began. That smile. That damn smile."
This was very cute for an ad. I had fun.
Link to YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PUBrXIikG9k&list=PLqfqR4Lc3PK_5uULCgxLJrPLNRwx3fPR2 -
309. Actor:eal
Korean Drama - 2024, 2 episodes
Well, this was a gem! There was some real acting here! The clear distinction between the characters they were playing vs. their authentic personalities was SO well done. Not to mention, the chemistry was just fire!
Ep 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yNR3I0-soP0
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310. Love in the Apocalypse
Korean Drama - 2024, 40 episodes
Damn. That actually made me really emotional. How sad but also beautiful that it was the end of the world that brought them together.
Can be found on Vigloo (will have to pay to watch all the episodes) or can be found on free websites
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311. Happy Ending
Korean Drama - 2016, 3 episodes
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312. To The X Who Hated Me: E Jae X Woo Ri
Korean Drama - 2024, 2 episodes
It's a crime this is so short! Dammit, I want more!
Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTwpl5IWgPSHeOJuiVZUjObuj5COTp7uA&si=jTGqrl4ltdUK4Wpu
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313. Scripting Your Destiny
Korean Drama - 2021, 10 episodes
This was nothing special, but it was fun to see a god write fanfic!
Can be found on Rakuten Viki
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314. Meow, the Secret Boy
Korean Drama - 2020, 24 episodes
I wasn't expecting the level of harsh reality they brought to this, but luckily, it was super fluffy the rest of the time. Hong Jo really snuggled his way into my heart, and even though Sol Ah annoyed me at times, I found myself fond of her by the end as well. I liked how this drama, while silly on the surface, was about valuing time with the people you love while you can and the meaning pets can bring to our lives.
Finally, I would be remiss not to mention the intro because it is seriously SO cute!
Can be found on Rakuten Viki
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315. Falling for My Boss
Korean Drama - 2024, 31 episodes
Hilarious and sweet. What more could I need?
Can be found on free websites
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316. Please Teach Me
Korean Drama - 2024, 64 episodes
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317. To the X Who Hated Me: Yoon Oh X Jane
Korean Drama - 2024, 3 episodes
I felt this wasn't as put-together story-wise compared to To The X Who Hated Me: E Jae X Woo Ri or as engaging. Did they have chemistry, though? Yes.
Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTwpl5IWgPSHeOJuiVZUjObuj5COTp7uA&si=b7Rr-baOFNeOeLur
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318. Love Detective Sherlock K
Korean Drama - 2015, 10 episodes
Just something short and silly to pass the time. I really like the Fl when she's dressed up as Sherlock K. The outfit is really nice and the hairstyle suits her.
The ending left something to be desired. I felt they could have gone deeper and darker. But, I do understand wanting to be quirky and leave everything on a high note. I just felt like we missed out on something good.
Link to YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BIXRH-OugPI&list=PLWJyBp-S5PHS5NIlh3X5dBpmkpBiOOdwT -
319. 2PM Campus
Korean Drama - 2022, 4 episodes
Had a nice message. And the acting was pretty good.
Link to YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnum-Y055p2HHJVbDyr0sPmqMPxy1FXdm
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320. Bite Sisters
Korean Drama - 2021, 10 episodes
Style but no substance really.
Link to YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRXdsS5E_8i3ntTeWS0YGupPC9pBo568s
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321. A Shoulder to Cry On
Korean Drama - 2023, 7 episodes
This was kind of all over the place. There were some moments of good acting and good chemistry, but overall, if I had to describe this to someone, I would say it felt like a conversation that got beat around the bush continuously. And for the life of me, I cannot comprehend the reason for the time skip! Like, why?
Really, I would say this is a skip. I honestly stuck it out because I wanted to support OMEGA X (the MLs are from that K-Pop group) after finding out they had to go through what they did at their company.
Side Note: It's getting pity points because I would feel bad rating it any lower.
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322. You I Didn't Know
Korean Drama - 2020, 3 episodes
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323. Romantic Witch's Starlight Sonata
Korean Drama - 2019, 2 episodes
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324. Boys Dormitory
Korean Drama - 2017, 2 episodes
Cute. And the voiceover is very soothing and expresses the feeling of secretly liking someone close to you very well. Also, nicely acted. I only wish there were more episodes!
EP1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8l-QfsX-o30
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325. Nineteen
Korean Drama - 2023, 8 episodes
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326. Anonymous High School Girl
Korean Drama - 2022, 5 episodes
It was okay for what it was. It's a short watch that's kind of cute and without big conflicts. Maybe give it a try if you want something to pass the time.
Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjQnh3jVKk-Kxyp989Dz9V2RD0ZOz3nha&si=EnSIkaIECMiOmarE -
327. My Runway
Korean Drama - 2016, 6 episodes
Nothing really special here. Just something silly with too much cringe and awkward moments.
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328. Love Playlist
Korean Drama - 2017, 8 episodes
It's an easy and fun watch. So, why am I giving it a 7/10? Because of the FL Ji Won. That's why. She is overly possessive of her boyfriend and tries to control who he's friends with and doesn't trust him. Not okay. Men and women can be friends believe it or not. And the drama frames her and her boyfriend, Hyun Seung, as having both made mistakes. He didn't do anything wrong! It was all on her.
Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLS--ClexQbQ1lg6TttQTcE3a60T_noSnh -
329. When You Love Yourself
Korean Drama - 2018, 6 episodes
"Do you really need to lose weight? It's fine if it's really what you want. If it's because of the people who blame you, you don't need it."
This was fairly solid. The subtitles were a bit to blame for some lines not making sense. But, that can be looked over. I particularly liked how they used all of the characters in examples of being critiqued for your looks whether it's height, plastic surgery, makeup, or current/past weight.Link to YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZKMzCKPu9Y&list=PLQ0f_g2mQlLd230-Hobyt2bI_6A39Yntz&index=2
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330. Life on Mars
Korean Drama - 2018, 16 episodes
It's more like between a 6.5/10 and a 7 for me, though.
In another universe, this would be an entertaining crime drama with kooky characters and mild fantasy elements set in the distant past. In this one, however, for me, it was a drama that didn't know how to incorporate its mysteries well, or fantasy elements for that matter (those 4th-wall-break scenes were downright annoying), with really only two characters you ever felt okay rooting for that only resulted in disappointment.
Putting all that aside, why I rated it THIS low: Going from watching Chimera, where horrific police brutality and coverups were a main theme, to Life on Mars, where violent police interactions were the norm, gave me major whiplash. And, honestly, not just that, I found myself getting pissed off.
Every "interrogation" scene was not comedic but wrong (it was often treated as comedic, though). I tried to hold off on judging it early, but I quickly realized (and was later proved correct) that this drama simply did not care. And the fact that only the main ML was slightly bothered by it and the drama didn't frame it honestly was beyond messed up. It was hard, if not impossible, for me to care about the plot and cast with this massive elephant looming in the room.Can be found on free websites
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331. Love Playlist Season 2
Korean Drama - 2017, 12 episodes
Same problem as last time except it's Hyun Seung who's acting possessive. But, honestly, Ji Won is being so hypocritical. So, it's fine for her to hang out alone with a guy friend but he can't do the same?
Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLS--ClexQbQ07WPPZBGgkEZHGQ63rKQdb -
332. Let's Eat Something, Anna
Korean Drama - 2017, 5 episodes
The drama itself was fine. But, so much more could have been done here. The eating disorder wasn't really addressed seriously enough and was fixed too easily, and the romance just wasn't set up enough to be believable.
Regarding Representation: We had a Gay side character, the FL's ex-fiancé, Yeong Jae. In the first episode, he is revealed to have left her and run away with his boyfriend, K. He didn't have the courage to tell her, so K called and told her the news. She's very upset, but not because he's Gay.
They are also a few scenes showing her looking at their pictures online, the two going on vacation, and some flashbacks. Otherwise, they don't really come up again. It felt very naturally included. And I liked how she was even jealous of their happy relationship, wanting that for herself with someone.
In my opinion, it's pretty brief rep that does a good job and isn't demeaning.
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333. Dear My Girlfriend
Korean Drama - 2021, 3 episodes
It was confusing but entertaining. Not much else to say.
Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjd5-3yYwC4QCyp7ZxMNnkIjD3H2A8UCp -
334. Welcome to the Lesbian Bar
Korean Drama - 2023, 5 episodes
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335. Everywhere and Nowhere
Korean Drama - 2020, 3 episodes
The way they jumped back and forth through the years made the story a bit of a confusing mess. Also, the timing of the subtitles was a few seconds slow which was frustrating. It was cute and pretty well-acted for what it was though. And it was nice to see them not shy away from the kiss.
Link to YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1mh2lXSQlIE&list=PLAA0PQX_i8vMyLXKZF5EmwgA552e52Jno&index=2
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336. How to Hate You
Korean Drama - 2019, 6 episodes
Short and charming enough.
Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWRwTqESLjiS82DHOuWUvi2yEpRrKGZK2&si=5W4Et_d3yRkXYlV7
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337. New Love Playlist
Korean Drama - 2022, 12 episodes
When you're only here for the rep and everything else is kind of just background noise . . .
You give it a 7 and go, "That was alright. The kisses were nice and tension tensioned."Can be found on Rakuten Viki
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338. The Reason I Hate You
Korean Drama - 2020, 3 episodes
I didn't feel like any of the stories had a real point or deeper meaning.
Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8g_6wQttkwFuSXeGldTt3gwfSYhGr8jl&si=9tYlNevAFZOLB0MW
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339. Bump Up Business
Korean Drama - 2023, 8 episodes
Is my rating honest? No. In reality, it's more like a generous 7. But I love my LGBT+ supporting kings OnlyOneOf, and I would just cry if I rated a drama they starred in any lower than an 8, okay?! So forgive me for fudging the numbers! I am a person with feelings!
All this being said, just because I won't rate it honestly doesn't mean I won't review it honestly.
It makes sense that the acting here wouldn't be stellar; they were all new to this. Credit where credit is due, though, Nine and Mill managed to pull off some pretty decent chemistry with their characters despite not being given a lot to work with. However, the editing, story beats, and pacing desperately needed work, and there is no excuse for that. Many times, when scenes continued, they would abruptly cut to new locations or would skip forward a few hours, giving the watcher this uncomfortable feeling of being rushed. Also, more screen time should have been devoted to showing more of the leads spending quality time together rather than talking about or cutting to very brief clips of it. As they say with books, "Show, don't tell." Finally, did we need the scheming ex? No, we did not.
All in all, could have been a lot better.Can be found on iQiyi
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340. Oh! Boarding House
Korean Drama - 2022, 8 episodes
It was nothing truly spectacular or moving. But, it was quite pleasant and fun. The jokes didn't always land, but I didn't seem to find myself caring too much.
The humor ranges from cringey to cringey-funny to just funny. If you can get past/like the first two episodes, you'll probably have a good time. The romance itself was delightfully awkward and cute. Because this was a lower budget project I actually found the two leads to be very natural, I think it worked to their advantage in that respect.
Now, the potential side couple was Okay. I didn't Hate seeing their story, but they took up a bit too much of the runtime that could have been used to develop the main couple, in my opinion.
Overall, this was harmless :)Can be found on Rakuten Viki
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341. Something's Not Right
Korean Drama - 2025, 8 episodes
Okay, let's make this quick!
IT. WAS. FRUSTRATING.From the overall writing and samey expressions to the circular conflicts and overdramatic soundtrack.
And this ML had to be the most frustrating ML I've seen since God knows when! If there was an easy path in front of him, he would first sigh deeply, yell at it repeatedly, turn around only to look back at it wistfully, and then take a sharp left right off a cliff.
I don't recommend it. There's no reason for me to.
Can be found on Rakuten Viki
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342. The Penthouse: War in Life
Korean Drama - 2020, 21 episodes
Yeah . . . This just wasn't for me. If I'm being honest, as I approached the end, it was near excruciating to get through!
Rather than being soap-opera-like and fun with constant scheming, over-the-top acting, and crazy reveals, it was one long, long, long, extravagant cat fight that ended in a screaming/crying fit and broken glass. And I didn't have anyone I cared about enough to make any of it worth it; I couldn't get invested because they didn't let me.
Needless to say, I don't recommend it, and I certainly won't be revisiting it.
Can be found on Rakuten Viki
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343. Wedding Impossible
Korean Drama - 2024, 12 episodes
Link to my review (my thoughts were too much for the word count to handle): https://kisskh.at/profile/8835865/reviews/350443
The very short version: Wedding Impossible had potential. It had a bit of a unique premise, a wacky start promising some over-the-top fun, and the opportunity to say something/showcase Queer representation in a mainstream K-Drama. I don't have to tell you that it failed on all counts.
Can be found on Rakuten Viki
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344. Sweet Munchies
Korean Drama - 2020, 12 episodes
I have TOO much to say! So much that I can't get myself or my copious notes together to do a proper review. What I will say here is that I was very much disappointed with this drama and how it could have put forth a much better product and done more representation-wise with little effort. First off, they could have made Jin Sung's choice to lie more understandable: Put his father in a comma/have the surgery be more urgent, and make the hospital expenses much higher. Also, have him have in-depth talks with his brother, who is ACTUALLY part of the LGBT+ community.
Post about 4 Queer alternatives they could have easily taken Park Jin Sung's character (if they dared) to make him actually Queer, his lie less egregious, and completely fix the drama (I'd put it all here, but the darn character limit is stopping me!!!): https://kisskh.at/profile/8835865/feeds/4ZplOTA
In conclusion, if you thought of watching this, I would recommend you don't. Unless you just want to skim through it for Kang Tae Wan's story, in which case, by all means. He was the saving grace of this drama, and his story was very well done.
Can be found on Rakuten Viki
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345. Happy Ending
Korean Drama - 2024, 3 episodes
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346. Do You Want to Play the Truth or Dare with Me? Reboot
Korean Drama - 2019, 2 episodes
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347. The Director Who Buys Me Dinner
Korean Drama - 2022, 10 episodes
I wanted to like this. I really did. At first I told myself: It's not bad. But not good.
But . . . It was just bad.
I could tell the actors were trying to work with what they were given, but it was like you could almost see it behind their eyes that they wished they could say some lines differently.
And it wasn't just the performances that were lacking, the camerawork could be downright ugly, the important plotpoints of the story felt like they were thrown in at random times, the pacing was off, and the dialogue made me feel like I was in a hamster wheel!
Side Note: Why did Dennis even exist as a character?
Me trying to see the positives:
The concept had promise, the ending wasn't too bad, and sometimes the MLs had legitimate chemistry.
This is a skip my friends. Go watch The New Employee instead. I know you've been thinking about it. Just go!Can be found on iQiyi
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348. Why R U?
Korean Drama - 2023, 8 episodes
Regarding my rating: Rating it any lower seriously feels like bullying, and my conscience simply won't allow it! *groans* Honestly, if I didn't feel guilty doing so, I would be rating it a 6 at the highest.
"Why R U?" No, seriously, like, why are you? Hearing the original Thai drama was going to get a Korean remake made me feel skeptical as to the quality, to say the least. Seeing it come to fruition, I could not even muster disappointment because, really, what did I expect anyway? To be pleasantly surprised? LMAO. The original drama already had its problems, but at least it had some semblance of a story and plot and sizzling chemistry to distract the viewers.
When I tell you, this made less than no sense! Just . . . Why? Trying to think of something nice to say feels like work. The kisses were better than some K-BLs? I don't know; that's all I can seem to come up with!
Save yourself the time and find something else to watch, or go binge the Fighter and Tutor cut on YouTube. We both know you watched it last week anyway. I see you.Can be found on iQiyi
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349. Somebody
Korean Drama - 2022, 8 episodes
It was deeply unsettling and disturbing, and made me feel an uncomfortable crawling in my skin. Undeniably, it was well-acted and shot to have made me have such a visceral reaction to it. Beyond that, I don't see what I'm supposed to have gotten from this drama, if anything.
Can't say I'd recommend it, to anyone, really.Can be found on Netflix
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350. Bad Girlfriend
Korean Drama - 2022, 12 episodes
I'll just link my long-ass review here: https://kisskh.at/profile/8835865/reviews/232431
Can be found on Rakuten Viki
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351. Red Whisper
Korean Drama - 2024, 8 episodes
The way they played into Biphobic stereotypes, making it seem like Ajin couldn't help but cheat because "Oh, no, I love two people" just pissed me off more and more as time went on.
IF YOU WANT TO DATE TWO PEOPLE, YOU SIT DOWN AND HAVE AN HONEST FUCKING CONVERSATION WITH THEM.
And to end it all with just a slap on the wrist?
I can't with this production company anymore.Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYfaogVGCvwScMgbcMzyvGf-MGa81J0vj&si=Zyllfd1_81OW5VjD
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352. Death's Game Part 2
Korean Drama - 2024, 4 episodes
Here's the thing: I HATE what this drama says about suicide. It basically tells anyone who's suicidal to rethink their decision because it's "selfish." That they would be a selfish person for experiencing deep suffering/depression and not being able to take anymore. That their loved ones being in despair due to their passing is more important than what they're going through. Fucking excuse me?
First off, fuck that message. What a shitty and inaccurate thing to say. What's next? You're going to tell people with clinical depression not to be depressed because they're bringing down the mood?!
Second off, saying that is not even helpful. You shouldn't be convincing someone to live for others because what happens when those people are no longer around? A person needs to learn to live for themself.
This all felt like a demeaning slap in the face to mental health and people's struggles generally. I was just waiting for someone to say, "Pull yourself up by your bootstraps."
The only thing I appreciated and enjoyed about this was the action. Because when it was all chase scenes, murders, and new, unique stories, it was legitimately entertaining. If this were about Death being some cruel game master and went more the route of Alice in Borderland, I would find it not only palatable but worthwhile to recommend. As it stands, due to its messaging, I can't. Skip this one, my dear MDLers.Can be found on free websites
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353. Death's Game
Korean Drama - 2023, 4 episodes
Can be found on free websites
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354. Happy Merry Ending
Korean Drama - 2023, 8 episodes
They got their "Happy Merry Ending," but what about the viewer?
First off, this should have been a movie. The pacing would still be absolutely ridiculous, but at least not as noticeable as in drama format. Not to mention, the characters' conflicts and feelings come and go whenever necessary but not in any flowing or sensical way.
Really, only these positives come to mind: The leads' pretty faces, nice singing voices, and good kissing scenes. Nothing else.
Near the end, I felt so detached I would liken it to the experience of an AI robot trying to understand human emotions.
I honestly wonder if they made this just for the OST; otherwise, I can't see a point in its existence.
This is definitely a skip, my friends. I finished it only because I felt obligated to.
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355. Jealousy Incarnate
Korean Drama - 2016, 24 episodes
Link to review (damn you character limit!!!): https://kisskh.at/profile/MademoiselleNoir/review/459636
Shorter version:
Jealousy Incarnate pulls you in at first with some typical K-Drama hijinks/setups: accidents, misunderstandings, some classic enemies-to-lovers teasing for later, a love triangle. You get the gist of it. But it did one aspect too well, and everything else not . . . The SML.
Born to be a ML but cursed to be a SML, Jung Won was in every way charming, understanding, and coy. He matched the FL's energy, was joking and flirting when she was. And he wasn't perfect, which made him even more perfect for Na Ri. He struggled to stand up for himself and his desires completely and couldn't always say what was on his mind, whereas Na Ri lacked stability and patience. Together, they balanced each other out. Not to mention, they had immediate chemistry! And the drama encouraged and lingered on their love story, only to turn around over halfway through and present Hwa Shin as the one "true" partner for Na Ri, and at every turn, it essentially scoffed in the audience's face for daring to think anything differently.
It wasn't just a rug pull or a bucket of ice water being dumped over your head. It was a forced agenda I couldn't buy into if you bribed me. Watching them be together out of nowhere as the most unhappy/"happy" bickering couple made me regret having eyes or ears. Every romantic moment between the ML and FL felt so forced and wrong that I wanted to scream.
I hate that this drama was full of wasted potential. I hate that the FL was self-aware of her bad decisions and chose them anyway, as though she were being courageous. I hate that the ML continued to be an immature jackass. I hate this drama.
I am rage incarnate.
Can be found on Rakuten Viki
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356. Color Rush Season 2
Korean Drama - 2022, 8 episodes
I feel bad that I'm giving it such a low rating. But this just didn't measure up and I have to be honest.
I'll try my best to explain why.
The first Color Rush was a combination of light horror and romance. It didn't solve the mystery it introduced, which felt disappointing, but it was great nonetheless.
It knew not to give up absolutely everything about this world with Monos and Probes. And its effects, music, narration, tone, and slow build made it believably "otherworldly." Plus, there was good chemistry between the MLs and a fascinating and twisted balance of power between them. There was mutual feelings and mutual obsession and tension at the mere possibility of them being around each other.
When people saw it they not only wanted the mystery solved/explored they wanted to see more of the unique world they created, right?
This second season fulfilled that wish. Incorrectly. It dumped too much of the world on the viewers and despite being about the same length as the original (about five minutes shorter each episode) constantly rushed through everything. There was no time to process, it was, "Let's get to the next scene." And, the action was weak, there wasn't any believable tension or weight to the story or characters' actions, sets and effects looked too cheap, and the writing wasn't up to par. Not to mention the ML didn't act like his character would have in his situation. I would expect him to have done something rash and/or be wallowing in misery. Rather than that, he seemed just a bit upset and to be going about life fine. Where was the despair? The agony?
And of course, writing out the other ML was the biggest reason this failed. But, we all knew that.
All in all, I'm disappointed but not surprised.Can be found on Rakuten Viki once released there.
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357. Love Is Like a Cat
Korean Drama - 2024, 12 episodes
It gave . . . Nothing. I couldn't get invested or find it within me to care about the story or any of the characters in the slightest.
This could have been basic but sweet and warm, at the very least, like Tasty Florida or Ocean Like Me. But no, they couldn't even do that.
Side Note: Those magic translating earbuds were SO convenient they drove me insane. Never was the language barrier a problem at all!
Just skip it. Don't bother. I wasted my time FOR you.Can be found on Rakuten Viki
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358. Sangmin Dinneaw
Thai Drama - 2024, 8 episodes
I have to admit, I got my hopes up a bit in the beginning with this one. At the very least, it seemed much more promising than other Thai/Korean crossovers. No magic translating earbuds or conveniences in sight! Sangmin understood a fair amount of Thai, and Dinneaw understood a tiny bit of Korean. It worked!
But, God, did this oh-so-quickly give me major tonal whiplash. One moment it was super sweet, and the next, it was uncharacteristically crass and, to put it plainly, SO horny.
To paint a picture for you: one moment, two side characters are finally addressing their feelings; the next, they're in nothing but their underwear, and the camera is too comfy.
Also, tell me why so much time is spent on side characters we barely know at all, uncomfortably smashing over and over again. Why? What happened to the plot or the leads? Does anyone care?!
*sigh*
Why did I put myself through this?
Just skip it and save yourself. Even if you're looking for a "spicy watch," trust me, this is not what you're looking for, darling.
Can be found on iQiyi
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359. Pure Melo District
Korean Drama - 2020, 4 episodes
This is how not to do a misunderstanding. Just one sentence would have fixed things.
Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqqQvcAR1H0mkqY-4nimgaxeAOaMZrEh6 -
360. Mayfly Angel
Korean Drama - 2024, 4 episodes
It was rather frustrating, to be honest. They started off with good chemistry and tension and then dove into conflict and seemed to go in circles.
Link to YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYfaogVGCvwQqk6jItGB-w4CRalXCh5lI -
361. Blue of Winter
Korean Drama - 2022, 5 episodes
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362. My Dear Friend
Korean Drama - 2019, 4 episodes
I get why things went the way they did. But, I really think that the way the characters acted didn't seem to fit at many points.
Link to YouTube playlist for episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqCoVH1bdO9-CH30p-ysnqneHzfkwlUCR
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363. Secret Garden
Korean Drama - 2010, 20 episodes
It's a bit of a guilty pleasure show. If I was forced to actually rate it, it's probably a 7/10.
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364. Playful Kiss
Korean Drama - 2010, 16 episodes
It's so silly at times. But, I can't help but look back on this with fond memories.
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365. Boys over Flowers
Korean Drama - 2009, 25 episodes
It's actually not perfect. I just have too many good memories with this show, so I'm biased. I would probably rate it a 7/10 or a 7.5/10 realistically.
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366. Drama Special Series Season 2: Ordinary Love
Korean Special - 2012, 4 episodes
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367. If You Were Me 6
Korean Movie - 2013
This is in a movie and drama format. So I guess I'll put it here.
The second and third story were definitely better than the first. I think the reason is that they felt like they had more to say.
This was not the most amazing watch, but it was certainly interesting.Can be found on free websites
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368. Love Is Right
Korean Movie - 2022
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369. With My Dear Bro
Korean TV Show - 2023, 6 episodes
It's a TV Show, so I guess I'll put it here.
This was so chill! They make fun hosts and their personalities both mesh and clash well. I hope we get a second season of them going to Switzerland or France.
Can be found on iQiyi
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370. Cityboy_Log
Korean TV Show - 2023, 35 episodes
For Korean LGBT+ List
CW
Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZ__edMZliXsSfH8sG7leBDUikXLckAz0&si=glxbZwRMc86od1gg
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371. Yumi's Cells
Korean Drama - 2021, 14 episodes
For Korean LGBT+ List
Can be found on Rakuten Viki or Amazon Prime
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372. Hyena
Korean Drama - 2006, 16 episodes
For Korean LGBT+ List
Can be found on free websites
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373. The Good Wife
Korean Drama - 2016, 16 episodes
For Korean LGBT+ List
Can be found on free websites
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374. The Tale of Nokdu
Korean Drama - 2019, 32 episodes
Priority
Can be found on Rakuten Viki
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375. Sweet Home
Korean Drama - 2020, 10 episodes
Priority
Can be found on Netflix
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376. Big Mouth
Korean Drama - 2022, 16 episodes
Priority
Can be found on Hulu or free websites
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377. Hello Monster
Korean Drama - 2015, 16 episodes
Can be found on Rakuten Viki
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378. Please Don't Date Him
Korean Drama - 2020, 10 episodes
Can be found on Rakuten Viki or free websites
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379. Mr. Sunshine
Korean Drama - 2018, 24 episodes
Can be found on Netflix
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380. Scent of a Woman
Korean Drama - 2011, 16 episodes
Can be found on Rakuten Viki
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381. Uncontrollably Fond
Korean Drama - 2016, 20 episodes
Can be found on Rakuten Viki or Netflix
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382. 18 Again
Korean Drama - 2020, 16 episodes
Can be found on Rakuten Viki?
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383. Lovestruck in the City
Korean Drama - 2020, 17 episodes
Can be found on Netflix?
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384. Sweet Revenge Season 2
Korean Drama - 2018, 32 episodes
Can be found on YouTube or Rakuten Viki?
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385. Start Up the Engine
Korean Special - 2021, 4 episodes
Link to YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8uyKWR5Ad4fRwg2QADz-UIckWMrYnXAJ
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386. Good Manager
Korean Drama - 2017, 20 episodes
Can be found on Rakuten Viki
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387. The Witch's Diner
Korean Drama - 2021, 8 episodes
Can be found on Rakuten Viki
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388. On the Verge of Insanity
Korean Drama - 2021, 16 episodes
Can be found on Amazon Prime or Rakuten Viki
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389. Orange Marmalade
Korean Drama - 2015, 12 episodes
Can be found on Rakuten Viki
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390. Nail Shop Paris
Korean Drama - 2013, 10 episodes
Can be found on free websites
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391. Find Me in Your Memory
Korean Drama - 2020, 32 episodes
Can be found on Rakuten Viki
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392. Sungkyunkwan Scandal
Korean Drama - 2010, 20 episodes
Can be found on Rakuten Viki
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393. I Order You
Korean Drama - 2015, 16 episodes
Can be found on Rakuten Viki
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394. Love (ft. Marriage and Divorce) Season 2
Korean Drama - 2021, 16 episodes
Can be found on Netflix
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395. 6 Persons Room
Korean Special - 2014, 5 episodes
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396. You Are My Spring
Korean Drama - 2021, 16 episodes
Can be found on Netflix
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397. Soulmate
Korean Drama - 2006, 12 episodes
Can be found on free websites
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398. Love Affairs in the Afternoon
Korean Drama - 2019, 16 episodes
Can be found on free websites
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399. Mystic Pop-Up Bar
Korean Drama - 2020, 12 episodes
Can be found on Netflix
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400. High School King of Savvy
Korean Drama - 2014, 17 episodes
Can be found on Rakuten Viki