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I'm sorry but ... No

PLOT
Nothing much. No plot, no sense. The bottom has zero personality: his most-said word is ‘sorry’. I understand people has to figure their feelings out but, certainly, not this way. He’s in university, he is nineteen years old and, though, he seems a child. This can’t be justified. The development of the situation is, also, unreal, and the top is a bit toxic. I saw a lot of projects like this one, so it’s nothing special or new. I hope there’s gonna be an end not so far (of this type of plot and characters). I can not connect with and empty character. If I like someone that ignores me, I leave, okay? I noticed and appreciated that, in the last episodes, they tried to balanced the relationship. Nevertheless, it didn’t feel right. Their ‘intimacy’ and the bottom’s confidence may increase a little, but still. It reminds me of ‘Honey Lemon Soda’ I don’t know if you saw this (just the anime for now).
The one that seems to be the ‘side couple’ is not a side couple, they don’t look like boyfriend and girlfriend at all. And there is a character, hidden at first, that just comes out of nowhere and, then, vanishes. Both things feel fake and unnatural.

ACTING
I believe the bottom did a really great job, the top was okay but couldn’t laugh naturally. Everyone else was good, normal. Nothing outstanding.

MUSIC AND PRODUCTION
Great work. I like the song, the mountain’s location, the editing, the marbles. The graphic result is really nice so far.

RV
I’m not going to watch it again. I don’t feel like recommend this series to you guys. I’m sorry (the only possible reason is to see Takara, who's really hot).

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Fabulous start with a ‘just good’ ending

- This series is divided into two parts that are so different one another. The first one is the longest: the story is almost perfect, really. Nothing to say, it is just perfect. I’ve fallen in love with the peace sensation that infuses, with its lifestyle. Everything is loose how I like it, and the fact that the female lead moved to the island from the city is as amazing as the sea setting. She slowly becomes a better person, surrounded by friends, joy, and understands her genuine feelings for the male lead with bravery and maturity. Doo Shik is a fabulous character, unique I’d say: sincere smile, great personality and special sensitivity. Everything is happiness, the island seems almost like heaven. Additionally, I have to mention the brief lesbo story (I'm so happy lgbtq is included): nothing is accomplished but I find it so loveable. To sum up, this part of the plot is complete, it has everything that is needed. Music as well, it perfectly matches the shining, high-spirited atmosphere. I like two songs in particular from this first section (my romance and romantic sunshine).
- As for the second part, things shifted: the female lead completely changes her behaviour, all we talk about is the male lead’s trauma and everything slowly becomes black, repetitive and depressing. Hye Jin is too much, her maturity is completely gone, her exaggerations clash with the path she followed from the start. Sometimes it feels like she’s back to her previous self, not in a good way. Doo Shik’s past is important, of course, but is too concentrated in this second part of the story so the whole plot seems unbalanced. His trauma absorbs all the light I mentioned before, leaving us with nothing, not even tears. Also, some group scenes felt redundant: after all these episodes, seeing the same people every time may be not as impressive as it was at the beginning, more made-up and less genuine. There are some marvellous moments though: they’re so moving and extremely heartbreaking I cried my eyes out for fifteen minutes straight watching them. Additionally, I have to mention a sad event, something I can’t tell right now, for the spoiler thing. I can only say that it wasn’t necessary. At all. I’m sure you’ll feel it. The music is, again, matched with the atmosphere. Good job.
- The cinematography is as good as always, maybe two or three flaws but nothing more. I particularly appreciate some close-up shots during dramatic or crucial scenes. Again, I love the sea setting and the old fashion and simple lifestyle. Doo Shik’s house is just fabulous: I went crazy seeing all the books and vinyl records he has. Not to mention the clinic in front of the sea (yeah, the sea again).
- The acting is good as well. All I’m thinking about is Doo Shik’s smile and tears as well as anger, this character is so hot and cool his own way, you know. I’m serious. The actor (Kim Seon Ho) is so genuine and real, fantastic. However, everyone did an awesome job. I especially appreciate the grandma’s trio, they are cute and funny. Additionally, I have to mention Jang Yi Jun’s crying in episode fifteen and the ‘baby delivery’ scene some time before. The only negative thing I can think about is the female lead: for me, it was more the character than the actress (as I said before), but some scenes felt unnatural. Also, I’d appreciate at least one intimate scene between the main couple: they are adult, we’re not in high school. Again, it felt not real. I doubt I’ll watch the whole series again, maybe just a few scenes. But I definitely recommend it. If you haven’t watch it, please go do it now.

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This series could have been way better

The idea is strong but not well developed and managed. It’s a huge pity cause the ‘parallel universes’ trope is actually incisive and good for me. The plot is a bit messy and superficial. A lot of things happen so quickly, maybe there is a running competition we don’t know about. No space for deep emotions or any real connection between the viewers and the characters, there is always a new and fast (as well) thing to focus on. And that is ironic if you think that every episode is about fifty-five minutes. The only constant I can think of is the ‘friendship’ theme. The only character who had potential (but wasn’t on screen) is Tess (Ohm’s character): he’s the one who growths during the series (he gets his head together). The main couple feels crazy as well: they just are together, without being together, thinking they should be with other people. It seems a bit stupid; maybe the production team wanted to string the series out. For me, they decided to invest time on the wrong thing (as said above).

On the other hand, the cast is awesome. Aou, Boom, Perth, Nanon, Ohm, Pepper. Do I have to say more? Also, this is my first JimmySea and they were pretty good. Pepper is my solid ground, my man, always the wise character. Perth, great as always. In my opinion this cast is wasted for a plot like the one we have here. Aou and Boom are supposed to be the side couple but there’s no couple, just side. They meet late, we don’t see anything. In addition, it would have been nice to see how things were going in the first universe as well (but this comes from my personal taste).

Music and production are sufficient. Good music, nothing that I’d listed to outside the series but it fits the show, added at the right moments. My favourite song is the opening: I not only like it for the music itself but also for its visual aspect. The general scene’s editing is correct. The fact that every episode is a colour is pleasant and fits the story.

I’m not going to rewatch or recommend this series. It is sufficient but not completely worth the time for me. I watched it because I was searching for all the AouBoom series but this is not even that. I won’t say that I’m mad but it’s a huge pity. I’m sorry.

Fun fact. I decided to watch this show this year but it was aired in 2022 (as you may know). Back then I saw the trailer, so this time I skipped it. I was startled to see Ohm and Nanon, because I had absolutely forgot about their appearance here. Completely. I cried on the first episode. I kinda miss them…

Kisses <3

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A series I don't like

let's start with a general comment and then I'll be more detailed.
There are things I like. Firstly both the tops ride bikes. A big fan of motocycles like me will appreciate the environment that surrounds the story as well as the age gap between tops and bottoms. Also, I have to admit both the tops are just so fine, especially Payu. He is so cool not just handsome, he's an architect and a mechanic, I am so into him for these aspects. Secondly, I always like it when two couples of friends end up mixing, and the fact that their names recall the title is kinda cute.
What a bummer! Unfortunately, the two stories are separated. I can not understand why it was decided to structure the series this way. This error is crucial for me, the series would have been another thing with a mix. Not only this choice damages the cohesion of the whole show, but it also points out the gap of material between the first (payu and rain) and the second couple (pai and sky). Also, the editing is at times confusing, with weird cuts and scenes disjointed, unconnected with the rest of the show's previous or next scene. Sometimes when they kiss there's a gap, for a changing of scenario I feel a little lost like there's again a gap of time or there's no connection and the scene seems brutally cut. I can also hear the microphones sometimes. I find this not professional and it bothers me.
Let's talk about the first couple.
There is no plot. I can not see a story. Why are the characters even interacting with each other ? The reason is futile, nonsense like their first kiss. It is shown by the lack of material, it's clear that there is nothing to say. Some scenes are repeated, whole scenes. I don't like that. Also, Payu is not a green flag. Although I've said he's hot, he doesn't treat Rain correctly in my opinion and I am talking about harassment, two times (little reminder: MAME is the author of the novel). And Rain is an empty character, there is nothing to say about him. I particularly liked a scene though (ep 6 3/4), a kiss after a race, before and after that. Really good, fantastic I have to admit.
Let's talk about the second couple.
Again, they should be considered the main couple in my opinion, there is a plot, there are things to film and you can see it from the length of the episodes and lack of repetitions. I particularly enjoyed their first sex scene, I find it cool. There is a profound key theme here: Sky's trauma. Pai is a gentleman, although sometimes seems a stalker, there is just a tiny line in between. I have to admit I don't like how Sky is so attached to Pai at the end, I feel like Pai instigates this behaviour too. It is an emotional addition that wasn’t dealt with properly, sending another harmful message: that love can heal you from trauma. It can’t, therapy can.

Thank you for reading <3

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Well done kdrama

This kdrama is well done. It is not focused on "big themes" but analyzes interpersonal relationships [like romance, friendship, family] and emotions [like jealousy, grudge]. Although it's a simple "office drama" it's well structured, the plot it's interesting.
Sure thing there are some clichés, I'm referring to Kang Tae-moo's grandfather or Jin Young-seo's father.
Furthermore the first meeting of the side couple [love at first sight], their quarrel over Young-seo's colleague and the initial 'situation-ship' of the main couple. However both couples are 'correctly' developed. I appreciated Kang Tae Moo's confession as soon as he realises his feelings, I think Shin Ha-Ri is really cool and strong, and for me both couples can be considered green.
The acting is marvelous, referring to all the members of the team, so natural and plausible. I have to say my favourite character is the main female lead, she's amusing, sunny, charismatic <3
The music was balanced between serious themes and funnier ones, so it perfectly represents the soul of the show.

Rewatch
I have to admit that I already watched the series few times after the first. It's so enjoyable.

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Perfect Series

I'll start by saying that this was my first Thai drama ever: I was on YouTube when I randomly saw one of its trailers. Therefore it has a significance that overcomes the work itself and influences a part of my life. Indeed UWMA introduced me to the Thai drama world and encouraged me to deepen that world, making me passionate from the first episode.

Since the beginning of 2020, this drama has been my touchstone: I usually compare every new series to this one. I always think I was lucky to start with UWMA. Although there are some "questionable" scenes, overall the work seems to be well-balanced:
- there are cliches but they aren't that unpleasant
- great equilibrium between main and side couples
- the story is captivating, the suspense and mystery amiable and long enough. And I love the red thread trope <3
- supportive and enjoyable music (I downloaded at least two songs)
- the acting is [I wasn't gonna say perfect but] if not we are almost there. I was there with them, near them. For real. I lost count of how many times I cried in front of the screen.
- nice production

UWMA brings along considerable emotional baggage, it's a cross of destinies. There's poetry in it. It is both soft, like clouds or cotton candy, and rough as the impetuosity of life.

thank you for reading :)

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Superb accomplishment, the plot isn't on the same level though

𝓢𝓽𝓸𝓻𝔂
The main couple is, undeniably, toxic. Lots of love bombing and miscommunication. I think Jea-Eon doesn't want a serious relationship with Na-Bi until the eighth episode (when he talks about a 'new perspective'). On the contrary, the second lead is a cute, sweet and nice guy. In my opinion, Na-bi should have acted differently: you can't treat a guy in a special way when you are evidently in love with someone else!
Regarding this matter, I have a 𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻​: Why is Jae-Eon so attractive? Why is Na-Bi, a pretty smart girl tbh, so fond of him? I refuse to think that it's just due to his aura and toxicity. Also, I find the Na-bi and Do-Hyeok dynamic really interesting: she's so afraid of disappointing him that she doesn't open up with him for real, meaning their relationship can't last because, at first, she isn't even giving him a chance. On the other hand, Jae-Eon basically ends up knowing her better (?). From my perspective, this is very intriguing. The most engaging part is that we see the story from Na-Bi's point of view: we live in her thoughts and know how she feels. It seems like a psychoanalysis of her character. She needs to work on her emotions: in order to complete her sculpture, she has to accept her sentiments.
The side couples are better. Both 'friends to lovers' dynamics (one of my favourites), both safe spaces. Bit-na and Kyu Hyun are funny, pleasant and sensitive. Sol and Seo's characters are deep, intense and romantic. I love seeing lesbo couple on screen, hopefully there will be even more in the future.
I particularly like the friendships: the university group seems solid, Na-bi and Ji-Wan/Sol above all. Sadly, Jae-Eon is a little isolated: at the beginning, he doesn't appear to have an actual friend, and it feels lonely. Then, I enjoyed seeing him become closer to Kyu Hyun.

𝓐𝓬𝓽𝓲𝓷𝓰 𝓪𝓷𝓭 𝓒𝓪𝓼𝓽𝓲𝓷𝓰
All the actors do a delightful job: I can feel their emotions, and their passion for the art they make. They are tangible, like all of us. Every situation seems realistic; for example, the dynamics in the friend group: love stories, mutual support, joking around, and serious university topics. The casting is lovely: couples and friends look so good together.
In all their takes, there is a strong connection between Na-bi and Jea-Eon. Their eyes search for each other, and their body language is also clear (the direction makes it even more obvious, as well as all the physical contact). This is proof of a great performance, because when Na-bi is with Do Hyuk there isn't the same energy. Sol and Seo's slow burn is moving. They are scared to lose their friendship, but decide to take the risk together. I can see their fear and mixed feelings; definitely my favourite couple of the show. In particular, Lee Ho Jung is so cool, I find her amazing!

𝓜𝓾𝓼𝓲𝓬 𝓪𝓷𝓭 𝓟𝓻𝓸𝓭𝓾𝓬𝓽𝓲𝓸𝓷
The music is exceptionally great. I enjoyed every song and downloaded two: 'Like a Butterfly' and 'Fall in Love'. The production is even better: amazing editing and direction, especially the foreground shots (with their faces and eyes). Every frame is better than the previous image. The photography is charming, superb, and the costumes are excellent. Furthermore, the setting is marvellous, every environment and all the artistic works (Na-Bi and Jae-Eon's rooms, in particular, feel personal and comfy). Lastly, the opening and ending are graphically wonderful, and the plot's time management is correct. Technically, this is one of the best products I have seen until now.

𝓡𝓮𝔀𝓪𝓽𝓬𝓱 𝓥𝓪𝓵𝓾𝓮
Although the main couple's nature isn't flawless, I re-watched the entire show at least three times. Probably, the rest does the work. Therefore, I must recommend it.


𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕪𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕣𝕖𝕒𝕕𝕚𝕟𝕘 <𝟛

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One of my favourite kinds of stories

Preview: I assessed this series like this because there were some aspects that I like in general although some technical things weren't well managed.

1-STORY: One of my favourite kinds of relationships is the one between a policeman and a criminal so when I read the plot of the series I decided to watch it. Also, the framework was interesting, so I wanted to know who killed Tang and Chen's girlfriend. The problems in the storyline are that firstly it is not really possible to have this kind of relationship (but this is a series and I can accept it), secondly the plot was a little bit confusing (I always appreciate storylines that are cryptic because I like to guess who the guilty one is but this one was too much enigmatic because we didn't have enough information to try to predict what happened 4 years before) and lastly a real policeman cannot act like Shao-fei did (doing what he wants so just continue following Tang-yi wherever he goes) but the rest of the police and mafia's world was well represented also thanks to the acting, in particular during the fight scenes.

2-ACTING: let's start with bad things: I disliked one of the side couples, the one composed by Jack and Zhao. I felt that their relationship wasn't realistic enough as much as the way they got together.
The story of the other side couple was canonic but I appreciated it because love stories between presidents and secretaries are one of my favourite stereotypes. The acting was also better than the first side couple.
My favourite couple was the main one because, as I said before, their kind of relationship is one of my favourite ones and due to their acting. While watching them I could imagine a real and healthy relationship. That was also because they kissed a lot of times: in my opinion, this helped to make it clear that their relationship was daily because kisses are a sign of privacy. I also adored their confessions: it was so simple! Shao-fei had no worries about confessing and neither had Tang-Yi after understanding that he was in love with the policeman (I love that this clear fact is obviously in contrast with the chaotic framework but let's forget for a minute that someone was trying to kill both of them). Another thing that made me fall for them is the completely different personalities of the two lovers (talking also about the individual part of the acting I noticed that Chris and Jack did a great job) that are complementary.

3-MUSIC: The ost was good enough. The music during the episodes was also a good support for the scenes.

4-RV: Tbh I have only rewatched a few of the scenes that were my favourite ones (I haven't counted the rewatch value in my final rating).

P.S. Am I the only one who is in love with the poster of the series? it summarized the contrast between the two principal characters (it can be noticed by the way they are dressed) and shows that the kind of situation in which they will meet is particular (one of the two is going to shoot the other). The pink background is just perfect!

Thank you for reading my review, hope you have found it useful and don't forget to use the #freetangyi ;)

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NOW I'M MAD

a) Story
I have been waiting for this series since the end of the second season of Tharntype. I have appreciated the first nine episodes and also the 10th cause I know what happened even if I didn't see it all. I have wanted for a long time to rate this series with a different grade like 8.5 or even 9 cause I was enjoying it a lot. The type of story that goes from friendship to love is also one of my favourite ones. I just lost interest in this work when I understood what was going to happen in the last two episodes. I know there are good scenes even there but I didn't wanna watch them because I knew that every time is the same thing, every time are gonna happened those nasty events that you don't wanna see. The question is why? Why are these occurrences always on screen? In my opinion, the series will be watched even without them.
I gave 7 to the story because the first nine episodes were charming: all the things were going well, the characters were talking to each other (and this is rare) and solving problems together like a real couple would have done. I also found some characters interesting like Fiat's mother's one because I have always seen problems associated with rivals (like King) and homophobic parents but she was different. Secondly, although his actions at the end, my favourite persona so far was Leo. He was there when needed, he was always fighting for Fiat and supporting him, he was not against having fun too and, properly jealous. Don't you think that he is similar to Dean from Until We Meet Again?

b) Acting
The acting was well done. First was the number one for me: his crying scenes were awesome like the ones with his parents. Ja was pretty good too but sometimes his expressions were strange, I just could easily understand he was acting. James, Smart and the others also did a great job.
Love scenes were cute, so cute, with both the main and the side couple I felt the affinity between the two actors. I have to say that I don't like when they say something like: «I have to leave or you will be in danger», «I won't be able to stop myself». These are cringe sentences that for me can be omitted. I noticed the quick changing of the atmosphere, from sweet to seducing during LeoFiat scenes, something that I appreciated. Further, I enjoyed the fact that Fiat got some experience in sex, thanks to this those scenes were more attractive. Regarding Leon and Pob I loved the way they kissed, for the fact that Smart took James' neck and not his cheek.

c) Music
The songs were enjoyable, differently from the effects during the episodes. I can understand that this series was a little dramatic sometimes and that those effects could help defuse the atmosphere but they were too many.

d) Rewatch value
I have rewatched the first seven episodes at least three times each; regarding the others, I have just viewed my favourite scenes. I must say that this series was gorgeous and I am sorry about my rating but I am so disappointed in the last episodes.

P.S. I don't consider the rewatch value in my final rating.

thank you for reading my review :)

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fairytale and mystery

Great plot, split in two parts: before and after Enchanté.

From episode one to eight there’s the fairytale, the searching of Enchanté. Well, great work. I like the mystery and the continue flirting. The ‘Enchanté’ thing is captivating, I’m genuinely curious about who they are, why, when, how. It’s handled fabulously. Different side stories are also well linked together, led to the right ending. The background parable is also amusing to see, the literature major problem.

The main couple is good. The ‘friends to lovers’ trope is in my top three. They flirt every single episode, a lot of times, in every possible situation. Their faces are always so near to each other, the physical contact is crazy. It’s clear from the beginning that they like each other, everything is so much credible it seems real. They kiss a correct number of times (for me), the kisses are well done and are another proof of the great chemistry of the main characters (this is their first series together but they have known each other since childhood, so I’m not surprised).

In the last two episodes we’re back to reality. There’s the usual ending rush: the big news, the ‘breaking up’ of the main couple after few days of relationship, the arriving of another character, Theo’s decision, Akk isn’t doing anything. Only God knows what is happening. The big news is ‘in the air’ since the first episode so Theo could have known and it could have happened before the end, to leave some space in the last episode. I’m talking about early episode nine, not so far behind. We could have just skipped the ‘popularity problem’ that came out as nothing in the end.

The acting is generally good. Except for the main couple, I know and appreciate, in particular, Gawin, Force, Fluke, Aou, Boom and JJ’s abilities and also Theo’s parents’. Book’s acting left some doubts. I don’t know if it’s him or his character (so, the script) but Theo seems lost and dumb. Feeling amplified by the fact that his face is constantly flooded with a beauty effect. It matches the ‘fairytale’ environment but idk.

Let’s talk about music and production. There were just few mistakes in the editing, for example some cuts and the ‘fake Paris background’ in the last episode, the Eiffel Tower and the sun are so unreal that I can’t stay silent about it. The music fits the show: the opening is nice, nothing I’d download but it is well merged with the general vibe. Saifa’s song is so gentile and romantic.

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I prefer the japanese version

I prefer the japanese version (2020). The thai one (2023) is not managed as well as the previous one (japanese one). As for the structure, the japanese version is divided in one series, two specials (one per couple) and a movie; the thai version is a longer series.

There are technical aspects like the music and the effects that were better chosen and managed in the japanese series. That version is funnier, more like a series among adults, like it should be due to the setting. The dialogues are better, deeper, there’s a more profound analysis of the character’s feelings. The filmography and the screenplay are very well detailed and everything is well balanced. Watching the thai version, I felt like they decided to throw things in with no precise order, just like the infinite number of commercials. Whoever worked on the script did not understand the original characters and the series’ charm one bit, because the main source is not the manga. They could have added some pretious moments but decided to go for the classic thai bl trope. For example, Karan’s family problems that were never mentioned before, suddenly appear in the last episode. Or the company rule about relationships that just makes no sense, plus Karan’s test that is just a classic childish move. Also, Karan’s obsession toward Achi is more aggressive than Kurosawa’s for Adachi; consider that the level was already high. Conseguently Achi's decision to accept his behaviour just feeds a toxic dinamic. Finally, there’s a continue comparison between Karan’s and Achi’s positions and role at work, more untiring and recurring, but no real mention of Achi's poor social skills.

I appreciate few things. Firstly, I find the cast choices just perfect for every role from Karan to the company’s boss. The acting is not bad either in particular if we look at the main couple (TayNew). They have been acting as a couple since Kiss Me Again (2018), their chemistry and comfort towards each other on the screen is visible. As for the side couple (JuniorMark), I could see that this is their first series together as a couple, they are cute but not really natural and linked. Same thing for the third couple, only added in the thai version; the classic side couple: nice interactions, pleasant mutual support, no physical contact. Speaking of which, I enjoy the main couple’s intimate upgrade: few kisses, a partial sex scene and most importantly Tay Tawan shirtless.

I don't recommend this series
Thank you for reading, kisses <3

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DISAPPOINTMENT

First of all, I suggest you go check out some of the “all 10s” reviews. I can guarantee you’re going to cry with laughter. Let’s start.
- Side couples
Basically, not enough screentime. My favourite couple is Ramil-Paytai (RP), I love their sex scene on episode eight (if you like dominant-sub dynamics go check just this episode out) and their story. Unfortunately, they do it just one time and their narrative isn’t well developed: what happens is right but it’s just an outward and rough portrait (especially their last scene). The same goes for Calvin-Jay’s (CJ) pair: I don’t get how, HOW can they even like each other if they met just three, four times?!
- Plot
All the screentime is taken by this empty and messed up plot, which you can sum up in few episodes. I can’t understand what is the point, where is the story going? Too many uncomplete things, unnecessary scenes, new events that don’t go anywhere. Why add when you can use that same time to deepen into the side couples’ narratives? Huge waste.
- Main couple Charan-Kanin (CK)
Way more screentime than needed. This couple was good cause I like the actors but nothing else, bad dialogues, everything feels just surface, not deep. It’s just K trying to persuade C into dating him and C saying he can’t due to his duty but failing up resisting (something watchers know even before starting the series). Also, why does Zee have a filter on his face h24? We know his age, we see him through other canals so there’s no need for that (another thing that feels fake). The only thing that feels right is the end, great decision.
- Ads slapped into our face
That damn face water or something, just a big no for me.
- Ava
I like her, she’s beautiful and amazing. I was happy to finally see a Girl you know? A woman who stands up for herself. That was until they decided to throw everything she did in the trash for a reason I can’t imagine. The plot is already messed up so why decide to ruin things even more with an incoherent character?
- Script and direction → acting
Everything I’ve said until now is decided by the director and the screenwriter. Also, I don’t entirely like the dialogues some are lame or fruitlessly cheesy. The actors do their job, follow the script and the instructions but the results aren’t good. The screentime isn’t well managed. This could have been a good series, rated seven/eight by me but ends up being huge mess.
I can not recommend this series, I’m sorry, but please go watch ep 8, just that, and I swear you won’t regret it!
Thank you for reading
Bye Bye <3

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great plan, modest result

1: Story.
The first thing I wanna say is that I liked the idea of the plot: a series where you want to show the routine of a couple so a life between love, work and friends. That's what we can see in the first seven episodes, right? Too much, that's boring! The thing is that it isn't due to the plot but to the number of episodes in which nothing happened (except for Gulf's problem at work). While watching the show I felt for example that Fiat wasn't doing anything except for flirting and this until episode ten (of twelve)! Why didn't it happen at least an episode before? Also how about the side couples? I'd have preferred more scenes with the three beautiful side couples that we got. In conclusion, there was a bad time management.
Secondly, I wanna talk about the two main characters of Tharn and Type because, honestly, I was expecting a better development of them. In my opinion, Type is the one who has changed a little bit and we can see it because of the moment where he punched his boss to defend his boyfriend. This means that he is much more confident and less uncomfortable saying that he is gay. I'm sorry but I have to say that Tharn is still too much jealous and his reaction after Fiat's kiss is exaggerated, he is still too immature. Talking about the couple I can see more passion in their actions and eyes while having s*x and I appreciate it but how about other situations? I want to mention two different events: Type's problem at work and Type's revenge against Fiat. In the first one, although Tharn tried to discuss the problem with his partner (and this is the development of Mew's character) because he was seeing him in a bad mood, Type refuses to talk to him at first. In the second one, Type acts precisely as he acted seven years before with Lohng. In both of these situations Type refuses to talk to Tharn. Why can't they still talk to each other after seven years of relationship?
Lastly, I wanna ask: why the behaviour of Type's father is still the same as seven years before?

2: Acting.
I'll start talking about Mew and Gulf because they are good as always. I've also said it before mentioning hot scenes although they're good in all the scenes. In particular, I want to talk about the scene where Tharn was crying after the 'we have to take a break' and Type's crying scene at the beach after calling Tharn: both of them are done so well! Honestly, I am a little bit disappointed in the acting of the side couples' actors because the scenes seem to be unnatural. It hurts so bad because I liked those side couples!

3: Music.
I haven't much to say about the music. The ost is good but I preferred the first season's ones.

4: Rewatch value.
Because the first seven episodes are almost the same, I think that I won't rewatch all of them but I'll only choose to watch my favourite scenes another time (P.S. I don't consider the rewatch value in my final rating).

P.S. An important thing I wanna add is the fact that in my opinion, WE EXPECTED TOO MUCH from this second season that's why a lot of us are disappointed.

thank you for reading my review :)

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Sadly, a huge waste

Story 5.5
Acting and direction 6.5
Music and production 6.5
Rewatch Value 5

I heard about this series at the same time as ‘Me and Thee’ and so I thought: wow, two show coming with a GmmTv popular couple. Both trailers seem nice, interesting so I wanted to give both a good rating, higher than their previous series. Furthermore, the projects were going to be out during the same period. I was excited and ‘Me and Thee’ didn’t disappoint me. Sadly, ‘Dare you to Death’ did.
The plot is actually interesting: mystery and police are quite my cup of tea and guessing who’s the culprit is fun. It isn’t that unpredictable, but still enjoyable. There are a lot of characters that confuse the cards with their lies, so, at first, you don’t know where to direct your suspects.
The central theme of this story is, in my opinion, the human soul. This series show the dark side of people: the lowest level of the human beings, their feeling of revenge and violence and desire of power. If you ask me? Fascinating. Planning all of this chaos, meticulously and coldly like that is just so attractive.
Just a few things to appoint. For example, two moments in the last episode which could just be unreal. If someone gets shot in the stomach, she/he can’t be alive if the ambulance comes after one hour, right? Also, someone who is hit with an axe dies, right? Finally, are the main characters real detectives? You will doubt that at some point because the investigations are too slow.
Unfortunately, the romance part isn’t that charming. Firstly, the main relationship’s development is rushed. Definitely, from the middle until the end of the show. Also, the ‘side couple’ didn’t even kiss…so maybe they weren’t a couple this time? Then, I just didn’t like it (the main couple). I don’t know exactly why, but it’s a shame cause I’m usually so much into police couples and I believe Joong and Dunk look so aesthetically good together.
Let’s try to find out more about how the romance didn’t work, for me, here.
The actors’ performance is one part of the problem. Not only Dunk’s acting isn’t that good, but also the chemistry of the couple is almost absent. I don’t know what happened but something feels off. I saw them closer in ‘The Heart Killers’ both in and out of bed. It doesn’t make sense since the age (of the characters) is clearly the same and the environment is similar.
The second reason must be the dialogues. They’re are quite a no for me. The conversations are too silly, childish and embarrassing for adults, maybe good for high schoolers. I love the flirting at work but most of their takes alone are insufferable. Also, I don’t know what the director wanted to do but the ‘sex scene’ in the office seems difficult to shot due to the position, the output is forced and not spontaneous (if you ask me, to do things in that position you move differently).
Moreover, Dunk has the same expression the whole time and when he changes it, seems unnatural. I thought it was the character but it’s impossible to be like that 24/7. I know there is a dispute about his acting and I don’t want to be cruel, okay? I’m just saying that, in my opinion, he is still not good enough and I’m so sorry. Of course he can improve, everyone can. I’m sure he’s working hard, but I’m not seeing great changes.
On the other hand, I find Chimon, Pahn, June and Sing’s acting really great. In particular, I know Cimon’s talent and here his character is amazingly portraited from the beginning to the end. Pahn and June are good in dramatic scenes. In addition, I have to mention Joong’s work that is no less good (except for the couple’s topic from before).
Besides, what’s wrong with the action scenes? Watching other shows like ‘Good Boy’ or ‘History 3: Trapped’ or ‘Manner of Death’ you can realize this one isn’t really verisimilar somehow. Again, I don’t know what the director had in mind, but the result isn’t my taste at all.
Also, can someone explain why they decided to use the same song one hundred times? The Ost is really great, I have it in my playlist, but using the same song over and over again isn’t a good idea. Finally, a new song appears towards the end of the series, but still…
Except for the song, there aren’t much sound effects. Mostly gunshots, obviously. The production isn’t bad; the lightning is aligned with the atmosphere. The locations are good, nothing that caught my eye. The editing is overall nice, but there are one or two cuts that I don’t appreciate.
To sum up, the plot had potential but the romance part isn’t on the same level as the mystery. The acting and direction aren’t that great. The music isn’t well managed. The feeling I’m getting is the lack of cure and attention to details. This is an important matter. Before the series was out, there was an issue with its promotion. The feeling is clear: the company didn’t care much about this project. If the situation is really like that, it’s not only a real shame because the plot is nice, but it’s also unfair to the actors who work hard on their projects.
I don’t think I’m going to watch any episode again: I know who the culprit is and the romance parts aren’t worth it. I’m sorry. I really wanted to give this series a higher rating but I can’t. I’m unsure about recommending the show. Still, if you like mystery and splatter, you could watch it. Following this path, I believe I can suggest you watch ‘Secret Relationships’ a korean bl drama. This one is done a bit better and the themes are similar.

Thank you for reading,
Kisses <3

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