"SCHOOL 2013", a 16-episode Korean drama, is more than satisfying. I love slice-of-life dramas and this one is filled with candid and warm feelings mixed with youthful fun and conflicts. "School 2013" is one of the few dramas I put in my Favorites list. Overall, it's 10/10. I miss it already. If you enjoyed God of Study, then you'll surely love this one.
But let me point this out. This school is really scary. I had never been to a school as violent as the ones I've seen in Korean dramas. The parents seem like the ones controlling the school system. What?! Parents are even sniffing on what should be the type and/or level of questions in tests. And students command and disrespect teachers. Alas, the teachers seem afraid of them. It's depressing!!! I hope the real situation in Korean schools is not as dire as they portray on TV.
I had wanted to drop it since the first 5 minutes but I convinced myself to just get past the first episode. However, almost everything about it was making me puke. I couldn't go on any longer or my blood vessels would burst; therefore, I dropped this very typical, cliche drama after episode 1. Those who enjoy romatic comedy like "Ex-GF Club" would probably like this. These kinds are not my cup of tea. :-(
This supernatural drama is decent and worth-watching. The suspense will keep you going. There is this certain character who'll make you curious, and some mysterious events which the writer skillfully plotted so that these questions won't be answered until you completed the entire drama. The romance? There is more than enough of it; therefore, those who love romance dramas will definitely fall for this one. As for me, I had a love-hate feeling since episode 7. I realized that I liked Shin Sun Ae so much—and bled for her, too—enough to dislike the real Na Bong Seon. Love is happiness and sadness. :-( Ouch! My throat still hurts.
This last season is different from the first two; this change of pace is quite refreshing. Then, it's the same ride again since episode 4 but the quality of the story has downgraded along the way, which is kind of sad considering my high appreciation for seasons 1 and 2.
So Gokusen is basically about guys getting beat by multiple people and the female lead always saving the day...ohh…
I think that is just spice; actually, I think Yankumi's fighting ability is unconvincing, almost ridiculous. However, the story is awesome and very enjoyable.
At first, you'll think that it's just a repetition of season 1 but no, it is not. This season has a different feel to it. And as always, very funny; especially that Head Teacher Sawatari—he perfectly portrayed the emotions as if you're watching an animated character.
Overall Rating: 9/10 (Great)
But let me point this out. This school is really scary. I had never been to a school as violent as the ones I've seen in Korean dramas. The parents seem like the ones controlling the school system. What?! Parents are even sniffing on what should be the type and/or level of questions in tests. And students command and disrespect teachers. Alas, the teachers seem afraid of them. It's depressing!!! I hope the real situation in Korean schools is not as dire as they portray on TV.
Overall Rating: 9/10 (Great)