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A Story with Great Potential… That Completely Falls Apart
With such actors and an intense historical setting, this drama had everything it needed to become a truly powerful story.The core idea is fascinating — a brutal conflict between royal brothers fighting for the throne. Then, we have a modern woman who travels back in time after being betrayed by her boyfriend… only to repeat the exact same mistakes. Instead of learning or evolving, she falls for another man who is already had a wife just because he was nice to her. Meanwhile, the man who truly loves her — Wang So — changes for her, gives her his heart, and proves he is worth far more than the one she chooses first.
Her actions only make everything worse. She interferes so much with the flow of history that countless people die because of her presence. And when she finally realizes who she truly loves, she runs away from him instead of trusting him until the end. She dies far from him, leaving him alone, broken and miserable.
They even have a daughter that Wang So barely knows exists. He suspects the truth but is never given a real chance to confirm it.
In the end, the story feels incredibly unfair to the main male character. He promised he would find her again, but he ends up living a life full of pain after her death.
There is no satisfying explanation, no emotional closure, and definitely no happy ending. The narrative becomes confusing and disconnected, leaving many unanswered questions. Instead of feeling moved, I felt no real connection to the drama at all.
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THE EMOTIONS ??
I don't know how to explain this but I cried a lot during this series and I loved it! The actors are fantastic and we have drama until the end!!! 💗💗💗 I know one day I'll watch it again! 💗💗💗For me, the "icing on the cake" was the main protagonist. She knows exactly how to convey the emotions she's feeling and we feel the same with her. You laugh when she laughs and cry when she cries. I won't give any spoilers, but there is such a distressing moment and the actress conveys that emotion perfectly. I was constantly wiping my glasses with the cloth because of the tears. The title is a bit misleading and gives the impression that it won't be a very good series (at least that's what I felt) but it surprised me in a positive way!!!
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Dear X: Fun Start, Wtf Ending
Dear X starts off fun and chaotic, with a strong trio of characters that make the story engaging and enjoyable. For most of the drama, I kept my rating between 8 and 8.5 because the characters were well-written and the interactions kept the energy alive, even when some plot points didn’t fully make sense. However, around episodes 9 and 10, the story began to drift. The pacing felt uneven, and the plot introduced ideas that weren’t fully developed. Then, the final episodes completely change the tone. The deaths of the two male leads were abrupt and lacked narrative weight, while the female lead’s survival left no real closure. The ending feels open, confusing, and disconnected from the buildup, leaving me unsure of the intended message. Despite the messy ending, I still enjoyed much of the drama, especially the character dynamics and early episodes.Was this review helpful to you?
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Last Summer Review: ML Saved the Drama
Just finished Last Summer (2025), and honestly… it was kind of a drag overall, but there were parts I really liked. The beginning of the story was actually interesting - trying to figure out what was happening with their memories kept me hooked. Then we eventually realize that they’re geniuses and that there are actually two of them, which takes a while to understand. At the same time, you start noticing things that don’t make sense, and slowly piece together that maybe there really are two of them. Up until that point, the story was genuinely engaging.I’ve never found the FL’s acting interesting, though. Honestly, if it weren’t for the ML playing the brothers, I don’t think the drama would have had much potential. One couple that I actually thought had more potential than the main couple was the friends - the guy in a wheelchair. I really wish that storyline had been explored a bit more. I liked seeing the challenges they faced, and the part where the girl drops the bag and you see all the clinical and medical things she had been using to help him… he realized that she wasn’t unhappy, but genuinely happy with him, accepting him as he is and not caring that he’s in a wheelchair. In the end, he accepted her love, and now they’re expecting a child. That storyline ended up being more emotional and beautiful than the main one, and I just wish it had gotten more screen time.
Overall, the drama had potential but didn’t fully deliver - some of the acting and pacing felt off. I’d give Last Summer a 6.5/10. Honestly, I only made it to the end because of the ML; without him, I don’t think I would’ve finished it.
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Brilliant Childhood, Disappointing Adulthood
The beginning of this drama was honestly the highlight for me. The child actors were incredibly charming, expressive, and carried the story with so much emotion and natural energy. Their version of the story felt engaging, well-paced, and genuinely captivating.However, once the characters grew up, something shifted - and not for the better. The adult cast didn’t match the younger versions at all, and the transition felt jarring.
The king (formerly the crown prince) was adorable and full of personality as a child. As an adult, the only thing that vaguely connects him to his younger self are the eyes. The rest - expressions, face shape, even the general vibe - feels disconnected. I can understand that his harsh life might have changed him, but visually and emotionally it felt like a completely different character. The king’s brother also had a lot of charm as a child, but the adult version didn’t carry over any of that warmth or appeal.
Overall, most adult versions felt strangely mismatched, which made it harder for me to enjoy the second half of the drama.
The only character who exceeded my expectations was the girl who becomes queen. Her adult actress portrayed fear and vulnerability extremely well, and she felt believable within the story.
In general, I couldn’t shake the feeling that if they had filmed the adult part years later with the same child actors once they were grown, the story would have felt much more cohesive.
Childhood part: 8.5
Adult part: 6.5
Final average rating: 7
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Drama, drama, drama...
First of all, the actor is drop dead gorgeous and the actress is super cute. This Drama is basically a journey through the meaning of what it means to be truly human. It tells the story of a girl who wants to give up on the world because she has a terminal illness and talks about a being who is destined to wander the world and observe humans. From the beginning we can see that Doom has a huge sense of justice despite himself representing the end and destruction. He's repulsed by humans who do actions with a negative purpose and enjoys teaching them a lesson. The turning point of this K-Drama begins when they cross paths for the first time. As he's a being created by God, he has a different image for each person, but the protagonist is the only one who can see him for what he really is and for that reason, she always sees the same face.Was this review helpful to you?
A Sweet Romance with Room to Grow
From the start, Dynamite Kids presents itself as a concise and well-paced drama aimed at viewers who enjoy romance-driven stories.While the opening episodes build strong expectations for a more intense and passionate romance, the drama slightly loses that momentum in the middle. Even so, it remains engaging throughout and never becomes boring.
One of the drama’s strongest points is its supporting cast. The second ML, in particular, stands out. Instead of forcing a romantic ending for him, the story leaves us with the promise of a possible future relationship. This felt like a mature and realistic choice, especially since he openly acknowledges that he doesn’t truly like the other girl (yet). After having such a strong crush on the FL, giving him time to learn how to love someone else makes narrative sense.
The ending was overall satisfying. However, the accidental kiss scene felt somewhat awkward and not entirely convincing. It might have worked better if it had leaned more into comedy, as the staging made the moment feel less “accidental” than intended. Aside from this moment, the finale was well executed.
I also appreciated how the drama handled relationship challenges, particularly with a child involved. The dynamic between the secondary leads and the child was warm and charming. Rather than ending as a conventional couple, they form an amusing and heartfelt trio, which added an interesting layer to the story.
Overall, Dynamite Kids is a solid and pleasant romantic drama. While it has some pacing issues and a few awkward moments, its characters, emotional warmth, and realistic choices make it an enjoyable watch.
Final Rating: 8/10
P.S. One thing that confused me in the final episode was the storyline involving her sister. When she goes to Jeju Island and sees that her sister is working there as a server, she enters a private party even though she wasn’t invited. However, after the romantic scene, it’s unclear whether she ever actually meets her sister or if that storyline was simply left unresolved. If this was addressed later on, I may have missed it.
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What a disappointment...
After the episode where they both had the motorcycle accident, I was confused...They cut off their relationship without explanation, which made me look for what the story would be like next and I was disappointed...
I won't continue watching this K-Drama and I won't set my eyes on Season 2.... #disappointment
I don't understand how they broke their relationship, the development of each character could have been so good and could have grabbed the fans...
They could have developed his character, who was kind of destroyed by his parents, based on the love he felt for her...
They could have developed her character based on the difficulties she overcomes with her family...
There was so much to pick up on in the story, it could have been perfect and full of drama and love!
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Love.exe: Tried, Finished, Won’t Rewatch
Love.exe is a K-drama that feels very modern for today’s standards. It includes LGBTQ+ representation, characters with disabilities, and themes of rebellion and social change. The school itself is quite unconventional, with different classes focused on modeling, programming, and science, and the students have a very alternative vibe.None of these elements were shocking or problematic to me. In fact, the cast was one of the stronger points of the drama. I genuinely liked both the male and female leads, and the acting was solid overall. The episodes themselves are not bad, and I did make the effort to watch the entire series.
However, the main issue lies in the story. The plot feels weak, and the last episodes, in particular, are confusing and poorly structured. The decision to end the story with a school revolution felt strange and lacked proper buildup or logic. While this may be connected to the title "Love.exe - The 4th Love Revolution", it still did not feel satisfying or well explained.
I can see how this drama might appeal more to a younger audience, especially those born after the 2000s, who may connect more with its themes and style. As a millennial, however, it did not resonate with me. It is quite different from the type of K-dramas I usually enjoy, and unfortunately, it failed to fully engage me.
Would I watch it again? No.
Final rating: 4/10.
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