A Unique Thriller That Will have You Instantly Hooked!
What I liked:
The drama, especially the first few episodes, are incredibly fast paced with a large cast of interesting and well written characters. (My favorite was the reporter played by Seo Hyun Woo, who provided excellent comic relief throughout the drama and turned out to be surprisingly layered) Though some plot points were somewhat predictable, there were definitely certain twists that I did not see coming. The acting was all very well done, Lee Joon Ki's performance in particular really stood out. I also enjoyed the little flashbacks to the main couple's past that they showed at the beginning of each episode, showing how their relationship first developed. I can say for sure that those who are interested in the romance and relationship between the main couple will definitely be unable to stop watching this drama. The OST was also amazing and perfectly used, especially "Feel You" Shin Yong Jae, which brings back all the emotions I felt watching FOE whenever I listen to it! :)
What I didn't like:
Personally, I was more invested in the side characters' stories than the relationship between the main couple. It felt very predictable and almost 'too perfect'. I also felt that the story dragged in the middle and introduced a very unnecessary plot line towards the end. I do appreciate how the ending isn't exactly the typically expected unrealistically perfect ending, though it does wrap up most of the stories well enough. Though it might just be due to my lack of connection with the main characters, I found myself getting bored and even dozing off during some of the later episodes.
Overall Verdict:
If you're a fan of thrillers and/or the main actors, you should definitely watch this drama. The plot and twists are very well organized, and mostly logical, so you won't have to worry about suspending your disbelief too much or ignoring large plot holes. There is also some comedy sprinkled throughout, with the relationships between the police detectives, and Reporter Kim Mu Jin. The characters are also very easy to either root for or hate, making for a decently enjoyable watch.
The drama, especially the first few episodes, are incredibly fast paced with a large cast of interesting and well written characters. (My favorite was the reporter played by Seo Hyun Woo, who provided excellent comic relief throughout the drama and turned out to be surprisingly layered) Though some plot points were somewhat predictable, there were definitely certain twists that I did not see coming. The acting was all very well done, Lee Joon Ki's performance in particular really stood out. I also enjoyed the little flashbacks to the main couple's past that they showed at the beginning of each episode, showing how their relationship first developed. I can say for sure that those who are interested in the romance and relationship between the main couple will definitely be unable to stop watching this drama. The OST was also amazing and perfectly used, especially "Feel You" Shin Yong Jae, which brings back all the emotions I felt watching FOE whenever I listen to it! :)
What I didn't like:
Personally, I was more invested in the side characters' stories than the relationship between the main couple. It felt very predictable and almost 'too perfect'. I also felt that the story dragged in the middle and introduced a very unnecessary plot line towards the end. I do appreciate how the ending isn't exactly the typically expected unrealistically perfect ending, though it does wrap up most of the stories well enough. Though it might just be due to my lack of connection with the main characters, I found myself getting bored and even dozing off during some of the later episodes.
Overall Verdict:
If you're a fan of thrillers and/or the main actors, you should definitely watch this drama. The plot and twists are very well organized, and mostly logical, so you won't have to worry about suspending your disbelief too much or ignoring large plot holes. There is also some comedy sprinkled throughout, with the relationships between the police detectives, and Reporter Kim Mu Jin. The characters are also very easy to either root for or hate, making for a decently enjoyable watch.
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