Dr3amyBubbl3gum

"Lovemate if I remember correctly"

You remember correctly! Hyun Min (Lee Jun) used a dating app populated by male suitors and went on dates with other men. Privy to this information, Han Gyeol (Ha Ram) joined the app with the intent of matching with Hyun Min (Lee Jun) and securing a date. It's a fascinating premise

A "romantic" angle commonly descends into a clichéd, shallow plot device that doesn't contribute to the thriller, mystery storyline. I believe this forced blending of genres, or diversion of focus from the core conflict, runs the risk of diminishing the gravity of the situation and enfeebling the impact/intensity of thriller

Ra Hee has a moral obligation to take revenge. She set the events in motion. It's up to her to finish what she started

Mo Ne's actions and false accusations had devastating consequences for Da Mi and her adoptive family, who invested time, energy, and resources into building a stable, loving home for her

Mo Ne didn't beg for forgiveness. She said she would repeat what she did if given the chance (episode 3, 20:20, elevator scene). She doesn't deserve forgiveness or happiness

"Straight-washing" is different from "gay-washing"

Straight-washing refers to the practice of altering originally gay characters or stories to make them straight or less gay. Straight people hold the majority of power in society. Straight-washing is part of a larger system of oppression against gay people that reinforces existing power imbalances and erases an already underrepresented, erased group

Gay-washing refers to the practice of altering characters or stories to make them gay. It redresses the existing power imbalances by promoting visibility for gay people. It's not a problem, and the term is used by people who are uncomfortable with gay representation

Agreed!

Despite the common misconception that we are antis, I'm an ASTRO fan, and I hold Eun Woo's vocal, artistic skills in high regard. By no means do I intend to discredit him. I truly believe he excels in dark, non-romantic roles. His facial expressions convey a range of intense emotions, and were I a director, I would be keen on featuring him in action, thriller, mystery dramas time and time again

It's morally unacceptable to hurt another child to "save" your own child's life. I respectfully disagree with defending the father

Soo Hyun wasn’t aware of Kim Joon's actions. Her reaction was based on the limited information she had at the time

If what you suggested is revealed to be the "truth," Soo Hyun will process it, respond accordingly and apologize to Seon Yul

Eun Woo’s performances in "rom-coms" aren't his ... strongest suit. His talent shines in thriller, mystery dramas. I'm impressed by his acting in "Island" and "Wonderful World"

Soo Hyun kindly advised Seon Yul to take a step back, and she's right. Seon Yul worked for the man who hurt his mother and directed his animosity towards Soo Hyun. He's embarking on a self-destructive path. His attachment to a father with ties to criminals like Kim Joon will add to his perilous predicament

There are two possible explanations to consider. The father might have been a "scapegoat" for Kim Joon, willing to take the fall for the crime. Alternatively, the father might have committed the crime. Kim Joon used his power and resources to manipulate the legal system and shield him from consequences

Either way, the father was not innocent. His involvement with Kim Joon entangled him in a web of lies

That's a valid point. To move forward, Seon Yul and Soo Hyun should put in the work to see things from the other's perspective. It's not enough for just one person to be understanding

Because Seon Yul's family messed with Soo Hyun's family first. Did Seon Yul give Soo Hyun a reason to regret what she did?

Understanding Soo Hyun would humanize her in Seon Yul's eyes. He would achieve a greater sense of closure than he would have through seeing her as a one-dimensional "villain"

I'm not saying Soo Hyun shouldn't understand Seon Yul. Seon Yul and Soo Hyun are two sides of the same coin. They are broken people with their own history and motivation

The father was sentenced to 2 years in prison. The punishment wasn't proportionate to the severity of the crime. In response, the mother hit the father with a car. And tried for her actions, she asked the court not to show her leniency. Are you dissatisfied with the 7-year sentence she received? Blame the court. They set the benchmark with the 2-year sentence for "manslaughter." Within the context of the court's previous ruling, a 7-year sentence for a premeditated act would be proportionate and fair

There are alternative strategies for dealing with a sibling's aggression, such as removing oneself from the situation or seeking support from a trusted adult

By choosing to understand Soo Hyun's perspective and background, Seon Yul could have discovered a more meaningful way to cope with his grief

A prison sentence would have been the proper course of action. Unfortunately, the father, prosecutor and judge were able to reduce the sentence. Miscarriage of justice, and systemic failures within the criminal "justice" system, pushed the mother to take a drastic action

The court's inability to handle the case properly is responsible for the outcome that befell the father

The choices the father made following the accident are of equal importance when assessing his responsibility. Fleeing the scene and feigning remorse in court demonstrate a calculated disregard for the child and the child's family. They speak to the father's immoral character

Getting hit by a car was a fitting outcome for his actions

Seon Yul's focus on Soo Hyun is somewhat misguided. Soo Hyun has already faced the legal consequences of her actions. Her resistance to offer any semblance of remorse was an embrace of full accountability

Seon Yul should critically examine his father's role in the tragic sequence of events. The father's negligence, disingenuous remorse to reduce his sentence, manipulation of the legal system, and reprehensible effort to shift blame onto a child for "getting hit by his car" took the child's life and altered his son's life. The bullying Seon Yul endured as the son of a convicted felon was a consequence of the father's criminal behavior. This is not Soo Hyun's fault

I sympathize with Seon Yul, and believe that his emotional energy would be better directed towards his father

If the father's intent was to conceal the identity of the true criminal, Kim Joon, the act of concealment does not absolve him of guilt or moral accountability. Nevertheless, I'm confident that Soo Hyun will express remorse to Seon Yul and help him heal

Comparing a problematic dynamic between a teacher and a student to stories like Robin Hood is a false equivalence. Stories about criminals don't depict crime in a positive or romantic light. Robin Hood is a folklore hero who "stole" from the rich to help the poor—the context is different

Media shapes our perceptions and beliefs. It contributes to normalizing certain behaviors that are depicted in a positive or romanticized light

People can read a synopsis to understand a story's premise. If it presents something problematic, they have a right to criticize it and call it trash. It doesn't make them dumb; it's an expression of their beliefs

It's not fair to place the burden of guidance only on parents. Content creators and society as a whole have the responsibility to ensure that the media we consume isn't problematic

Thank you for recommending "Wedding Impossible," "Knight Flower," etc. I haven't watched them yet. I'll give them a try

To answer your question, I'm drawn to BL because I find the depiction of two men defying societal expectations and fighting for their love to be empowering

My heart races for a wide variety of genres; BL, GL or non-romantic. Dramas like "Nobody Knows," "The Guest," "Kingdom," "Bloodhounds," "Vigilante" and "Revenant" are among my favorites. They masterfully deliver the thrilling, suspenseful elements that I crave in my entertainment

I checked and the cast filed complaints. The main cast have since been paid. The supporting cast are expected to receive their overdue compensation soon

"The academy spoke to the casting director on behalf of the actors. It was then that seven, not everyone, received ₩3.00 million KRW (about $2,250 USD) in payment

The casting director has defended themself. They claimed it was all a misunderstanding because they allegedly received the cast list late, so they intend to contact and pay every actor soon"

Source: koreaboo