AnicsiRoscoe

Let's just say we finally got rid of the wall-kissing phenomenon.

I think it is natural that over the years, many things will change. In my opinion, it really is a matter of getting too accustomed to something, until you just get sick of it. Looking back on the past 15 years or so of my life, I always went through phases. First it was Anime, then it was Shonen Ai, then it was bandom and fan fiction, then it shifted into Korean dramas and now it's slowly coming back to books and western TV series. One aspect, certainly, is just getting older, growing up, finding interest in new things. The other aspect is that each of those genre has a certain kind of thematics... Things are gonna be and feel similar with those. So if you've transitioned to Chinese dramas, that's just fine. But I assure you, once you've watched 200 Chinese dramas, you'll feel bored and you'll miss the spark and look for something new. Why? Because you've seen it all. Of course there are always exceptions to the rule.
I for my part think that in general the quality of production in Korean dramas has become much better over the years. The cinematography, directing and music, are on a whole different level as they used to before (and let's not forget the skinship guys, the skinship). But the problem lies within the writing. It's difficult to find a drama with really good and memorable writing. Personally, my favorites from 2018 and 2019 were:
My Fellow Citizens
Her private life
Mistress
Familiar Wife
Terius Behind Me
Wok of Love

and to some extend, even though with flaws:
Memories of the Alhambra
Lawless Attorney
Doctor John

But, I agree, none of them make me feel like 'It's Okay, that's love' or 'city Hunter' or 'my love from another star' did. But honestly, if I rewatched those dramas now, I would probably not be able to love them as much as the first time around. That's just how things are.

I also watched Go Back Couple first. But actually, while Go Back Couple is funnier and wittier, this one left a lasting expression and really warmed me from within, so I enjoyed it more. They are both just very different. Also, I believe 2 episodes are not enough to judge this. It's a great drama with loads of character growth!

I wasn't sure what to expect here, but I was positively surprised. I absolutely loved the drama! I haven't been able to make it through many romcoms without being bored at some point, so it came unexpected that it felt very refreshing. What I loved, besides the amazing character dynamics and not a single evil character in this, was that they explored the always hovering doubts of 'what if', without going overboard. The writing was great, it just felt so.... natural. I think it is a drama with important life lessons, especially for relationships and marriage. In the end, it just brought a huge smile to my face, and I am sure I'll watch it again at some point.
9/10

And as many other people, two things that annoyed me were firstly, her haircut, and secondly, the ending. Shi Young is anything but stupid. She was already at the airport ready to go to him, but then a coworker of Yo Han pulls some bullshit with 'involved in a big project'. Who would buy that? Yo Han has never been anything but honest and forthcoming with his feelings and he knows it would drive her insane if he just vanished. A day without contact? Fine. A week? Questionable. A month? Pack your bags and get your ass over there because it's clear as day they're lying to you and your lover is probably fighting death somewhere.
I thought 6 months was pushing it, but 3 years?? Getting ghosted by someone you loved really messes with your head, and although I understand that he did it because he didn't even know how much time he'd have left to live, it's still such an asshole move and she forgave him way too easily. So, gah, I didn't like that development and I think they didn't play the cards right. If they had somehow spun it differently, I'd have appreciated the ending much more. Like in Oh My Venus, damn that reunion was similar but so much more emotional and understandable.

I watched the show in two days after a long drama slump. I am not sure if I can say I 'enjoyed and loved' it, when there is so much pain and sorrow involved, but it was a great show. I think the first four episodes or so were my favorites to watch, because it seemed refreshing and despite there being pain, it wasn't as palpable as later on, when it sometimes became near unbearable. I know it is difficult to balance tragedy with comedy or some uplifting moments, but in the latter half of the show, the sadness was overwhelming at times and I would have wished for some lightheartedness (other than silly moments from the first years) every now and then.
Even so, the writing of this drama was brilliant and actually managed to shake me to my core at times. I had never given that much thought to euthanasia, pain management and the 'what if's' of never ending pain and the choice we would be faced with when a loved one is at the brink of death. If I could summarize the drama with a single word, it would be 'touching'.
I am not sure if I'll ever rewatch it, because it is quite heavy, but kudos to the entire cast and staff. The acting and chemistry was flawless.
8.5/10

I totally agree, I am sure GG + JW will at least date for a while after everything is settled. And since they've seen the worst of each other and felt compassion and responsibilities, I think there's a good chance it'll last. I am cheering for them!

I agree, they were my favorite couple, too. But not all hope is lost! He lent his car to the girls and told them to give a message to GG which made her smile. It is obvious they both actually do love each other and I think GG just needs some time to settle everything before she can consider giving him another chance, this time away from their families expectations. I for my part imagine a happy ending for them :)

I agree somewhat. The first episode had me hooked because of the chemistry between Morgan and Tami, but it has started to dwindle, which is sad. I hope they somehow get it together...

I haven't watched Legal High but I've read in the comments that there is no actual romance.

I am not sure if you've seen it, but Queen In Hyun's man is a fantastic drama. It's a bit old so in the beginning it'll feel odd, but you'll slowly get used to it. If you've enjoyed Goblin and Chicago Typewriter it's right up your street!

I didn't think I would love this show this much, but it's really great. Although I think the beginning had more spark, it's still good. The scenes I appreciate the most right now are with the married couple. It's beautifully depressing how they both so obviously care for each other but cannot be together because of the bad fate between their families. I very much hope for a happy ending for them both, no matter what it'll look like. Also, Scarlett and Ji Hwan are LOVE! Just kiss already, damnit!

Chief Kim has 0 romance, so you're good to watch that.

Let's see if they make a big deal out of it. It was only mentioned in passing once, so I wouldn't call it a cliché yet.

It seems like I am the only one but I have to point out some things that bother me.

I am not sure I like how this is going. I mean, for the last couple of episodes I haven't been able to follow their reasoning. When E Do confessed his love to Ye Jin first on TV, when that mutual kiss happened, they were on the same page. Yes, he said he needed time, and he did compare her to Jae Hee. But he also said he wasn't fooling around. His eyes and face were full of love for her, and he went nuts because of jealousy. I really liked that he seemed to understand that even though he loved Ye Jin because she did remind him of the shadow of Jae Hee, that he loved her because of every MOMENT they lived through together. He even sat down to write her a confession letter, which, in my understanding, clarified that he DID realize he loved her for who she is and not because of a memory. Even when he almost died after the allergy in the restaurant, he imagined Ye Jin at his bed, not Jae Hee.

I know that Ye Jin pushed him away because she thinks she is going to die. But it was obvious she truly WAS in love with him. But then, after episode 18, everything went downhill. It's like... their feelings and longing suddenly disappeared. There was so much pain between that kiss and their parting in episode 17 and 18, but at the beginning of the next episode, it's suddenly like nothing ever happened. They're back to the beginning of 'not being sure' where they stand. This is baffling and it's out of place. His shock of being attracted to her a woman doesn't make any sense. It was obvious from the get go that he desired her. So his sudden denial of being in love with two women is nonsense. It's like the last 8 episodes or so never even happened.

Secondly, everyone here seems to think of him like the purest human being, sticking to his love for 28 years. Quite honestly, I think it's somewhat creepy. Don't get me wrong, I love him for not judging her on her changed appearance. For remembering her. But he hasn't even TALKED to her properly in 28 years (not that he knows of anyway), and he suddenly whizzes up that semi-romantic dinner date and basically proposes to her.
In his eyes, she is a married woman. She is a woman who is as good as a stranger to him. He literally knows nothing about her. So, yes, he can think of her fondly, but being in love with her? Nonsense.

Ye Rin is a sweet and loving girl who has been with him for a couple of months, every single day. She gave him courage and protected him when nobody else could. They shared their darkest fears and secrets. They kissed.
Put aside your knowledge that they're the same person. If you were Ye Rin, and your lover's first love shows up whom he hasn't talked to in 20 years, and constantly he dumps you (for someone who's married with a kid to top it off). Do you think people would call that romantic and loyal? No, it's insanity. It's cruel. I think they took it too far with his obsession, and it's actually quite disappointing to me.

I guess that might be what they want to show with him suddenly fainting in an embrace of a 'stranger'. Jae Hee knows, so she is using it against him.
But even so, I hope the writers turn it around, because I haven't been able to enjoy the last couple of episodes as much as before. sorry, tl;dr

She has already started to lose weight, if you compare her to the beginning. She looks healthy and happy and has lost a couple of clothing sizes due to exercise and proper eating so I figure that's what's gonna happen.

I am glad and I hope you do enjoy it :)

I respect your opinion, but I think it's sad you couldn't enjoy the drama. I personally think he's a great actor. Although his voice might be more monotone than other actors', that's just how some people's voices are. I don't see it as a lack of feeling though, because on the contrary, he is able to express so much in his face, his smile and his eyes, even his gestures - that's what makes a good actor in my opinion.I hope you'll give him another chance in a different drama, maybe Voice, where he plays a very different role.

As for his character, Ryan, I think he's totally an introverted type of guy. It's shown in his artwork and his way of dealing with people. Seemingly aloof, but in his head, he is constantly overthinking the situation. I think he feels overwhelmed by the situation being back in Korea, where he hasn't been since his adoption, a place that holds bad memories for him. He needs time to warm up to people in a culture he doesn't know and understand (even in the second episode, he's like "I knew it, Korea just isn't for me, I cannot deal with this". So his lack of expression is obviously a facade that starts to crumble later on in the drama.

Not really. There were small hints even in the beginning and in episode 10 when they're at the orphanage, we see Ryan have a flashback of him playing with some other kids. It's the same flashback that Duk Mi's mother had some episodes before, and Duk Mi dreamed once about letting go of a young boy's hand. In that dream she wore the same red sweater than in Ryan's flashback. So at least to me it didn't come as a surprise.

he is so so so dreamy in Her Private Life. I hope to see him in many more amazing lead roles.