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Honest and Respectful
To be honest, as someone retired, who has been involved in the counseling field, I had my doubts for a short time, that this would be another drama that would hype up the sensationalism and make a mockery out of the professional aspect and of the issues themselves.First of all, I remembered that this exceptionally versatile performer, Nakajima Kento, has always been intelligent, insightful, perceptive, dedicated to being the best version of himself, honored his craft and his fanbase. So before even viewing this, I already knew he would bring intelligence, respect, honesty, sensitivity, warmth, and the best version of himself to this role. Nakajima accomplished that, and much more.
This was no easy feat, especially in a culture where sex, intimacy is taboo, and seeking help, is also not approached, so I have the deepest respect and admiration for the thoughtful, respectful writing, the whole production team, the professional consultants involved, direction, and the extraordinary performances of every single actor who bravely took on this project and gave it their all.
Nakajima Kento, as always, didn't disappoint, as this multi-talented wonder does not in the projects he tackles.
Bravo everyone!
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Beautiful Drama
I have watched this very emotionally moving series a few times because it was such a treat to watch... an uplifting, inspiring, intriguing, love story. For me the great writing gave the amazingly talented actors a solid structure to work with that included twists, turns, interesting subplots, and the slow progress of the romance for the main characters that eventually did make it.The female and male leads were a good match and had that slow spark of chemistry that ignited and the supporting cast added a nice touch to the series.
For me it was a sweet love story with a nice balance to keep me entertained until the end.
Everyone who worked on this series did a phenomenal job.
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A "James Bond" Feel
This was such a great series that suited Ji Chang Wook perfectly as a suave, handsome magnetic "James Bond " type, but more appealing as only Ji Chang Wook can pull off just by being in a scene without any dialogue. Those eyes of his can speak volumes, but most importantly, this is a seasoned polished actor and singer, who does it all with precision in any role he undertakes. His costar was amazing and I felt was a good match in acting for Ji Chang with a wonderful chemistry.The story was intriguing, pulling you along with the rest of the characters that the talented supporting cast added for colour to the series.
The soundtrack was brilliantly composed and produced, and as usual Ji Chang Wook performed one of the most beautiful ballads called " Watch Over You" with his clear, powerful voice as the professional singer that he is.
All in all I thoroughly enjoyed this series.
Thank you to the creative geniuses involved who produced this series. Well Done.
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Fun Comedy Drama Romance
I enjoyed this rom com drama that had a good balance of things going on around this couple who were navigating through office politics and each other. The surrounding characters from office colleagues, friends to family added a colorful mix to the story. The two leading actors, seasoned professionals, obviously at the top of their craft, were a good match and had powerful chemistry which kept things interesting to see how these two very opposite characters were going to manage.This was a well crafted production from writing, directing, producing, cinematography and the other talents involved who brought us this fun series.
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Addictive series
This series is what I would call astounding in every area from script, direction, production, cinematography, costumes and exceptional acting, especially by the two leads. For me, the male lead, the young, very handsome, magnetic, multi talented wonder, He Yu, is definitely one actor to follow. Wow...such range.. powerful actor! This series kept me hooked, totally invested in these characters and their history. Praise goes to all the creative geniuses involved in this series. It was very obvious to me that this production had everyone involved dedicated to producing something brilliant, something of value that would stand out, and they definitely accomplished all that.Was this review helpful to you?
Great Balanced Story
This was a series that kept me coming back for more from the very beginning. Obviously a massive budget film, the entire production from the brilliant writers onward was developed with the highest of standards.Visually stunning with the rich sets, cinematography that captured the beautiful scenery, and the costumes that showed gorgeous, high-end materials with colors that fit the tone of each scene that appeared.
The main leads, magnetic, multi-talented actors, brought their broad range of acting to this series, and with the very talented supporting actors nailed their roles beautifully.
For me, the series had a good character development with the right pacing keeping me interested in how the villains got their dues in the end, and how this combative romance at the beginning would realistically end up.
Perfect Crown had everything in it that I could ever want.
Thank you everyone involved in the series for your incredible work.
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Funny and Intense Drama Romance
I am a fan of this extraordinarily multi-talented actor, Luo Zheng, who has time and time again shown such range in all his roles from intense drama, comedy, romance, nailing every single scene so realistically that he is the character. His emotional scenes are so skillfully performed that they take your breath away as he is consistently able to transition seamlessly from one emotion to another within minutes, which is a sign of a polished actor at his peak.His talented costar, despite being very young looking and petite, seemed like a good mix for Luo Zheng in her comedic timing and chemistry.
The story was a sci-fi genre that the production team did an outstanding job with the sets, cinematography, and effects. It was wonderful to see the stunning architecture and lights that made the night shots magical.
It was quite a mix of subplots that dealt with some serious issues, trauma, personal growth and business politics.
All in all it was an enjoyable series that held my interest to the end.
Always looking forward to more of Luo Zheng's work.
Thank you everyone who was involved in producing this great work for giving us this series to enjoy.
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Futuristic Sweet
Another of Luo Zheng's series which again shows the incredible versatility and polished skill set of this actor. Both he and his adorable, talented co-star were a good combination, with wonderful comedic timing and nailing their fascinating characters. The chemistry was powerful, and the emotional range they both showed individually as outstanding actors and together left me engaged. The storyline which combined the elements of advancement in technology, the cinematography that was absolutely stunning with shots of the city's unique architecture surrounding by magical environment of beautiful lighting, the landscape, and other key camera work took my breath away, and with the business politics, family dynamics and other side stories that surround this sweet love story, I was hooked.I will definitely watch this again.
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Nice Love Story
I loved this story of a close past friendship slowly evolving into a love story. Friendships will in some cases lead to a more solid relationship down the road with the right formula of honest communication, trust, understanding, respect for differences and support, which seemed to work here. The two leads were outstanding as I have seen them be in other series...both with versatility and great range. The supporting actors were brilliant in their portrayal of diverse characters, especially the female lead's volatile mother, who was a bit over the top in going after the daughter, but in a way this seemed to be her coping mechanism.For me, I felt it was well done all around.
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Unique
This was quite a different storyline that I wasn't quite sure which way it was going to go with these two characters, especially with the female character having this multiple personality disorder throwing a surprising curve into the mix. First of all, I was taken back at the brilliant performance off the female lead who was so real that you were wondering what person she would be changing into next. The male lead was phenomenal in his portrayal of the translator struggling in his difficult relationship, but eventually through his patience, understanding and insight became wiser in figuring out ways to navigate through all the chaos.For me it seemed to have the right balance of character development and pacing.
I give credit to everyone in creating this very different genre...it couldn't have always been easy.
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Inspiring
This series for me brought so much depth, emotion and realism throughout that you could relate easily to what each character was going through as the story eased so beautifully into each situation. The actors were phenomenal in their roles, despite the emotionally taxing scenes.....the range of emotions leaving me breathless at times, especially watching the two main leads.All in all I was truly captured by this series that dealt with this heartwarming series so well. I wonder definitely recommend watching this from beginning to end.
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Intense Thriller Drama
This is a series you don't want to miss because it is absolutely brilliant from the writing, directing, producing, cinematography, and the exceptional acting range from all the actors, especially the two leads who were masters of their craft. The male lead, Seo In-guk, showed such emotional range that I was left breathless from the realism in his acting. The role of this complex character was by no means easy mentally or physically, but this talented wonder was consistent in maintaining his character's complex personality all through most of the series. His costar was a very multi-talented match for his character adding the chemistry to lighten the heaviness a bit.it was a thriller drama, dark in some spots and blended nicely with the subplots of the main character's trauma to keep you literally on the edge of your seat along his journey.
Well done by everyone involved in the making of this series.
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Quality production
A great viewing experience that was created by master craftsman at the top of their fields. From writing to acting it was a wonderful series that blended in seamlessly the fantasy, drama, intrigue, romance and comedy. The actors were all brilliant in their roles...very realistic in their portrayal of their characters. Main leads both were outstanding with wonderful chemistry. This is one of those brilliant series that captures your attention and keeps it from the beginning to end. There is such a difference when everyone is dedicated to producing something special.Was this review helpful to you?
Great Drama
This was a very dark, intense, thriller type drama with one of my favorite actors, Dai Gao Zheng whose an outstanding actor that nails all his roles, no matter what series he is in. Absolutely brilliant in this role as always, adding such realism to this cold, verbally abusive, volatile character he portrays. This is obviously an extremely exhausting role mentally and physically to portray by any actor, but, Dai delivers beautifully in every scene.With the background history of the character, you realize very quickly how broken, how traumatized this character actually is.
This was a well crafted script that gave all these extraordinary multi-talented actors the room to truly shine,
Well Done 👏
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Fun comedy romance drama
This is one series you can watch multiple times and still find it a great view. The writers did a brilliant job of creating something that has you laughing, crying, fascinated and cheering for this two charismatic lead characters.I thought that the male lead, Kim Young, a handsome, magnetic lead displayed quite a wide range of a emotions that paired beautifully with his costar, the lovely multi-talented actress, Jin Ki-joo, who had great chemistry and comedic timing with Kim.
The subplots were a good balance of rich characters that were portrayed by a stellar supporting cast.
Thank you to all the talented masters of their craft that gave us The Secret Life of My Secretary, especially the composers, producers and director that added their talents to the beautiful soundtrack.
Well Done.
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