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VERY GOOD BUT THE 2 LAST EPISODES…
I was initially very taken with KISS DYNAMITE, mainly because I immediately felt a real "old-school" K-drama vibe, like the ones from 2016 that I love: a very central romance, unapologetic emotions, and direction that takes its time building tension between the characters. I found the beginning genuinely engaging, with an addictive couple dynamic and chemistry that works from the very first episodes. Seeing the lead actor again, whom I adore, clearly worked in the drama's favor; he brings real charisma and manages to make his character endearing despite some weaknesses in the writing.
Visually, the drama is, for me, one of its biggest strengths. The cinematography is polished, the sets and color palette create an elegant and modern atmosphere, while remaining very romantic. The OST is also very well done: the tracks are well-placed, memorable, and enhance the emotional impact of important scenes, to the point that some stay with you long after watching. In this respect, KISS DYNAMITE fulfills its role perfectly and greatly contributes to the enjoyment of watching the series.
However, the further the story progressed, the more I felt the plot lost its coherence. The situations became repetitive, some conflicts seemed artificial, and there was a palpable desire to create drama at all costs, even when it wasn't truly justified. Where the drama would have benefited from developing its characters or their dilemmas, it sometimes opted for easy solutions and clichés, which began to weaken the overall effect.
The last two episodes, in particular, deeply disappointed me. Everything felt rushed: important decisions were made without real development, narrative arcs were dispatched in a few scenes, and some subplots were either poorly concluded or simply abandoned.
I also felt that the emotion, though well-constructed earlier, disappeared in favor of excessive dramatic events that added nothing to the story. The ending is sorely lacking in emotional satisfaction, especially after the investment the K-drama demanded.
Ultimately, KISS DYNAMITE remains a thoroughly enjoyable drama for me, carried by a solid cast, beautiful direction, and a nostalgic atmosphere reminiscent of classic K-dramas. However, this experience was somewhat marred by a rushed and frustrating ending, which feels like wasted potential. It's the kind of drama I enjoyed watching at the time, but I'm left with a bitter taste because of its final episodes; however, I would have regretted not watching it.
Visually, the drama is, for me, one of its biggest strengths. The cinematography is polished, the sets and color palette create an elegant and modern atmosphere, while remaining very romantic. The OST is also very well done: the tracks are well-placed, memorable, and enhance the emotional impact of important scenes, to the point that some stay with you long after watching. In this respect, KISS DYNAMITE fulfills its role perfectly and greatly contributes to the enjoyment of watching the series.
However, the further the story progressed, the more I felt the plot lost its coherence. The situations became repetitive, some conflicts seemed artificial, and there was a palpable desire to create drama at all costs, even when it wasn't truly justified. Where the drama would have benefited from developing its characters or their dilemmas, it sometimes opted for easy solutions and clichés, which began to weaken the overall effect.
The last two episodes, in particular, deeply disappointed me. Everything felt rushed: important decisions were made without real development, narrative arcs were dispatched in a few scenes, and some subplots were either poorly concluded or simply abandoned.
I also felt that the emotion, though well-constructed earlier, disappeared in favor of excessive dramatic events that added nothing to the story. The ending is sorely lacking in emotional satisfaction, especially after the investment the K-drama demanded.
Ultimately, KISS DYNAMITE remains a thoroughly enjoyable drama for me, carried by a solid cast, beautiful direction, and a nostalgic atmosphere reminiscent of classic K-dramas. However, this experience was somewhat marred by a rushed and frustrating ending, which feels like wasted potential. It's the kind of drama I enjoyed watching at the time, but I'm left with a bitter taste because of its final episodes; however, I would have regretted not watching it.
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