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extraordinary
I just want to start by saying that although I like the lead actresses (I like every lead actress in the shows I watch, lol, I’m a sucker for women), my review isn’t going to be biased…at least, I don’t consider it to be.
Let’s start with the fact that I think that this is a beautiful follow up to their first series, Affair, and it didn’t feel like a step back at all. It was a well-executed show with only a few problems that I’ll get into later. If you want to watch a series that exudes chemistry between actresses, then I would suggest giving this a try. Both leads do a fantastic job of conveying their emotions, whether it’s from the facial expressions or minute gestures — you really feel all of it.
The story itself is interesting to me as well. From the moment I heard they’d be rivals, I was interested in seeing it because I’m a sucker for an enemies to lovers trope. I also like the concept of them being these business women who are somewhat trampled down by their own fathers, but in two completely different ways; it added another layer of anticipation for their outcome as a couple. I find myself not knowing who to root for, because both women are facing incredibly difficult consequences if they don’t succeed.
Music-wise, I’m addicted to the two main songs. I think they did a good job with them & they’re not overused or played at inappropriate times. In (I think) episode 4, one of them plays after a very emotionally charged scene with Ai and her father, and Mae is there to silently comfort her. It was beautiful. The lyrics “only we know” did all the speaking in the background while Mae sat next to Ai.
I’m not a pro when it comes to how things should look visually, I just know the aesthetics of the series are very pleasing to the eyes. There aren’t too many flares or cuts and no repetitive flashbacks.
My only criticisms are the length of the series (feels like this deserves at least 12 eps) and the audio quality at times. Sometimes it sounds like they’re underwater because the mic is muffled or something, and it’s an error that should’ve been caught during production. Another criticism is that I wish there had been more of a push and pull between the leads to really draw out that “enemies” part…but I understand they only had the 8 episodes lol.
Please give this series a try. I want to say that everyone who worked on and in it did an amazing job, and thank you for your contribution.
Let’s start with the fact that I think that this is a beautiful follow up to their first series, Affair, and it didn’t feel like a step back at all. It was a well-executed show with only a few problems that I’ll get into later. If you want to watch a series that exudes chemistry between actresses, then I would suggest giving this a try. Both leads do a fantastic job of conveying their emotions, whether it’s from the facial expressions or minute gestures — you really feel all of it.
The story itself is interesting to me as well. From the moment I heard they’d be rivals, I was interested in seeing it because I’m a sucker for an enemies to lovers trope. I also like the concept of them being these business women who are somewhat trampled down by their own fathers, but in two completely different ways; it added another layer of anticipation for their outcome as a couple. I find myself not knowing who to root for, because both women are facing incredibly difficult consequences if they don’t succeed.
Music-wise, I’m addicted to the two main songs. I think they did a good job with them & they’re not overused or played at inappropriate times. In (I think) episode 4, one of them plays after a very emotionally charged scene with Ai and her father, and Mae is there to silently comfort her. It was beautiful. The lyrics “only we know” did all the speaking in the background while Mae sat next to Ai.
I’m not a pro when it comes to how things should look visually, I just know the aesthetics of the series are very pleasing to the eyes. There aren’t too many flares or cuts and no repetitive flashbacks.
My only criticisms are the length of the series (feels like this deserves at least 12 eps) and the audio quality at times. Sometimes it sounds like they’re underwater because the mic is muffled or something, and it’s an error that should’ve been caught during production. Another criticism is that I wish there had been more of a push and pull between the leads to really draw out that “enemies” part…but I understand they only had the 8 episodes lol.
Please give this series a try. I want to say that everyone who worked on and in it did an amazing job, and thank you for your contribution.
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