Zoe Hyuuga

I have read the webtoon, so I already knew what to expect. But I was still disappointed with the drama.
The acting:
Probably my lowest score, yes there were supposed to be two socially awkward individuals but they were trying to hard! Cha eun woo looked stiff and the role did not suit him at all! He was only "handsome" which was reminded to us every single episode!
The girl's face did really suit the Gangnam beauty description but even her acting was rather dull. Terrible chemistry between them. From all the cast I actually like the sunbae second male lead. And the evil Soo Ah acted somewhat better on portraying a deceitful innocent girl.
Nevertheless they could have done better.
Story:
Good concept though, I enjoyed reading the webtoon last year and it followed a different approach to romance, dealing with serious issues like personality and physical appearances. Knowing how Korean culture is obsessed with "beauty", I did feel it was necessary to cover this topic. Although they still kinda dumbed it down, somehow they did the opposite! When she stated "she was ugly in the past" everyone just agreed. All accept her dad just constantly reminded her that now you are pretty (i.e. you were ugly). Not a great message to be honest, and in the end beauty still prevailed.
It felt rushed and unnecessary scenes at times, but it was the acting that ruined it.

Soundtrack was ok, not the best but nothing to complain about either

Rewatch value...?? Watching it once is enough, rather you won't miss out if you haven't watched it, I wouldn't personally watch it again.

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Suprised by the immense hate

I am assuming most people don't like the fl, so they walked into this drama with already negative scrutiny and... jealousy?
While it's not the best, the story and plot was good, the acting was well done for the characters they portrayed.
The soundtrack, especially ml song was beautiful
I have read other high up voted reviews and it really is nitpicking based purely that the fl doesn't fit the ideal pretty Korean actress. I personally loved her despite slapping my head a few times from the decisions she made.
It ticked the "must watch the next episode now" checklist so I would definitely recommend.

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This was my first drama starring Seo Kang Joon
Let me get this out of the way first
I have concluded that he is the most beautiful handsome gorgeous person in the whole world I have ever ever seen...
Back to the review
Acting:
Amazing, from the villains to the heroes, everyone's acting was on point especially Seo Kang Joon's. His acting was superb! The change between his roles was smooth and just mesmerising. Second award has to go to Yo Oh Seong!
Storyline:
Great sci-fi futuristic concept. The story was well written, action and romance scenes and the futuristic graphics were amazing. Each episode leaves you craving for another one lol so do not watch it when you have exams.
I had predicted 3 different outcomes, the end was one of my least desired outcome. Just be warned that you might not be happy with the ending, I am content with it but I don't see it personally as "happy ending".
But it will definitely take you through an emotional rollercoaster, most times like me I hope, you will be screaming kyaaaaaaaaa!
The soundtracks fit the drama.
Overall you won't be disappointed with the drama, it's now one of my personal favourites. Be warned, you will be head over heels for a tin man.

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I'm surprised of the overall rating, why 5+?

I'm surprised of the overall rating, why 5+?
I honestly don't know where to start with reviewing this drama
Don't jump at me as I am just providing this viewpoint from a realist lens. So ladies if any one treats you like they treated the fl. Make sure your red flag buzzer SCREAMS.

I personally haven't read the manhua so not sure if this follows the same story plot, if it's this cringe so this isn't related to the manhwa at all
Plot/story was not good
Poor script writing
Acting was average
Music was average to descent
The flow and story characters were lacking badly

These are some of the bullet points that stood out clearly
1- No-one apologises to her, atleast not sincerely (ml says first empty measly sorry ep10)
2- fl lead is a total push over, she even smiling and chatting (near the end) to a cheating narcissistic ex and to the abusive boss "I felt a little guilty..." wtf dude everyone did fake pretend 180 in their personality... they still DID NOT apologise (I'm sorry followed by isn't that a bit comforting is gaslighting manipulation101)
3- can't blame her though since it's seems like hierarchy, misogynistic culture, it's kinda the norm sadly.
4- The ml is an egoistic gaslighting narcissist
5- The other manipulative low esteem abusive guy lead also displays same authoritarian behaviour towards the other second female lead character and ends up with her 🤢
6- Romance is forced and feels unnatural, lacking chemistry. Poor communication and ml decides to distance himself to sort things out leaving fl to cry out of self pity 🙄 (neglecting girlfriend for multiple months!)
7- Fl is constantly threatened, told to be patient, stay in her lane, used and misunderstood by almost everyone. Like she let's a stalking fan who abused her in public, stay in the celebrities home (instead of taking necessary actions of someone barging in)
They all do as they please despite fl protest/annoyance and ignoring her opinion
The only abuse I approve is the fl's father beating the ml👌

Did I say nobody bloody apologises for any of their actions (the 2 sorrys' in there were empty, the ml says I'm sorry after he talks about his struggles and the fl says you don't need to say sorry lmao), even the mum rudely speaking down to her didn't even utter any apologies urgh... The only decent individual is the manager of the ml

2/10 just for the acting effort and seeing Taeyangs cute brother (his chemistry with his colleague was way better!)
Why did I watch this you ask, because Prime is the only service I had, didn't have anything else to watch (although it took me too long to finish this 🙄) and I have a stubborn habit on finishing what I started. It was just tolerable enough to continue it giving me the chance to write this essay as I was watching along. Only watch this if you are bored af and don't mind sleeping through it 😂
The only that will stick to me is most likely "wariso" 🤣

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The drama was slow paced in my opinion. The storyline was odd and had a boring plot, nothing against the cast or the acting but it had very annoying main characters, who milked the joke dry. Apparently you will need great patience skills with the male lead and some sort of empathy with the female lead. I tried, I really did, but nothing came from it, no progress no improvement. The acting was done well according to the characters, so nothing against the cast, it was just the character itself that was just horribly written, dumb naive stupid arrogant narcissistic main guy and dumb naive submissive motherly female lead. Watched due to recommendation but regret wasting my time
There was no excitement on looking forward to the episode unfortunately
Shame

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Watch at 1.5 speed

Quick review. You can literally watch the drama comfortably at 1.5x speed. It's not an exaggeration. It's SOOO slow and has constant flashback and repetitions. The so far 8 episodes could have been reduced to 4. I'm not joking. It's his pov, her pov, flashbacks, flashbacks, at start of new episodes are 5 mins repeated scene from previous episode.
To add to turtle pace are the slow scenes. It's a minute or 2 of fl walking down the stairs, looking at scenery or ml driving.... Like why... Why!?
The only reason I'm still watching this drama is because I want to know how it concludes. Because I can't seem to predict or theorise on what to expect. So holding painfully and stubbornly till the end. The acting is not bad. Can't critize much. Soundtracks not particularly memorable however its calm and good.
I do want to add;
It's an explainable romanticised weird stalking by ml to fl so it might make one uncomfortable. It certainly did to me 🤦🏽‍♀️

Overall - Not worth the watch, you can just read a plot spoiler which probably won't be longer than this review, to tell you the whole story 🤣

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