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Vengeance, Demons, and Humanity’s Darkness
A satisfying open-ended conclusion; I think this is Park Shin Hye’s best K-drama. This kind of role suits her much better than something like Doctor Slump. Excellent production overall, with a solid script, impressive special effects—congratulations to SBS for this great drama!The scenes of revenge and Kang Bit Na’s execution were really gratifying. The actors playing the villains nailed their roles as despicable characters. The entire cast was strong; there wasn’t a weak performance, even in the smaller roles, like the journalist or all the victims appearing throughout the drama.
Someone pointed this out, and I completely agree—it really shows that humans can be far more cruel and malevolent than the demons, who just want to feel love, sadness, and all the range of human emotions.
The atmosphere shifts dramatically after Kim So Yeong’s death and the hunt for both J and Satan. Kim Jae Young also played his role as Han Da On incredibly well. You can really sense a shift in his character when he’s ready to kill J and collaborate with Bit Na.
A solid 9/10—a perfect K-drama for Halloween!
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A must watch K-Drama with an excellent cast
What a journey!The best thing about this K-drama is its casting; each actress was incredible.
That was your role, Jang Da A! I can't believe this was her first drama; she played Ha Rim so well. And Bona, I love her acting so much!
The friendship of the four was also so nice to watch.
I think it's rare that a K-drama makes me feel so excited at the end of each episode and eager for the next episode; that's why 10 episodes felt like one.
The OST was a 10 out of 10, mostly the ambiance during the episodes and the epic opening (since the first episode, it's been in my playlist).
I'll miss Baekyeon Girls' High School and Sung Soo Jin but I had a great time!
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"Revenge of Others" – A Thrilling Mystery with Flawed Communication
I watched the drama in three days, and everything about it is purely positive.The mystery is well maintained throughout the drama, making us doubt the culprit until the very end. I especially love when a group of friends comes together to make a plan, like in Pyramid Game, and this drama gave me those kinds of moments that I love. Plus, I’m glad that the writers didn’t focus too much on the chemistry between the two main leads. In my opinion, that would have lowered the overall quality of the drama.
As for the characters, I really appreciated that Ok Chan Mi’s shooting skill was actually utilized to its full potential rather than just being a random excuse for her to join the school. Seok Jae Beom’s double personality was well introduced, but I wish it had been developed even more. However, one BIG issue in this drama is the communication between the characters—it’s absolutely CATASTROPHIC!
Another frustrating point: the police is incredibly STUPID and SLOW-MINDED. In the end, they discovered NOTHING ALONE significant except for a few minor details.
Some inconsistencies also bothered me. For example, how is it possible that, in the end, Ok Chan Mi and Seok Jae Beom are literally FIGHTING IN BROAD DAYLIGHT, in front of EVERYONE, in a PUBLIC port, and NOBODY intervenes or calls the police???
Finally, a special mention to WooYeon—it’s great to see her pursuing a career in acting, and the various references to WooAh were fun to spot.
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When the Phone Rings: Brilliant for 10 Episodes, Then Falls Apart
I devoured the first 10 episodes. Very good episodes that are easy to watch. The two main actors perform excellently, and the story is engaging. However, it seems that with each episode, unnecessary details are added, making one wonder why... The characters are in constant danger, without respite; they practically have a subscription to the hospital...What happened to Ji Sang U and Na Yu Ri's show (by the way, in the end, these two characters served NO PURPOSE AT ALL)?
But what was the point of the entire last episode, seriously?? They just needed to have the villain die, END OF STORY.
Why make the male lead disappear? Sure, you feel sorry for the female lead, but you've known her since childhood, been married for 3 YEARS, and you know she knows the story, so WHY???? What he didn't want to experience—living in uncertainty, not knowing if his wife is alive—he ends up imposing on HIS OWN WIFE! The entire last episode is filled with confusion, shifting from dream to reality, past to present, without any transition, making it incomprehensible. It was just ridiculous; throughout the episode, I wondered where it was heading, and then the part in Africa, seriously??
Everything was going well; why half-ruin the drama at the end? Might as well have stopped at episode 11 or skipped directly to the end of the last episode...
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What a perfect K-Drama!
It wasn't just a drama; it was a rollercoaster of emotions with just the right amount of humor and a perfect cast.Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Ji Won were the perfect leads for the drama and the best couple; they deserve an award for their acting. I wouldn't even be surprised if they announced that they were a couple because their chemistry was soooo good.
Park Sung Hoon perfectly portrayed THE anti-hero; I think everybody hated him just because his character was so detestable (It just proves that his acting is good and I agree).
QOT was so well-written; every little thing had consequences, and the screenwriters really played with us!
And the OST... even after finishing the drama, I just want to rewatch it; please take me back to Queens Mall!
There's nothing negative to say about this drama; I completely understand why it had such a large audience.
I might have wanted a bit more explanation on certain things (such as Mo Seul Hee's origins and motivations on the Queens family, etc...) and especially more scenes on the different couples like Hong Beom Ja and Young Song, or even on the spouses of the ML’s brother and sister...
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Good Drama, Disappointing Final Episode
Wtf was that last episode? It looks like the writers only had 11 episodes done, and the last one wasn’t planned. Why ruin their relationship for just 50 minutes? Why kill THE MOTHER? Even with all the drama, the main couple was only interesting in the beginning episodes, while the second main couple stayed interesting and enjoyable throughout the drama. All the plot around the FL's mother took too long, only for them to kill her off at the end! -0.5 for the last episode and -0.5 for the lack of variety in the main couple’s storyline.The good points were the humor, with all the running gags, and the small details that added so much to the drama. Overall, it's a good drama but with a pointless last episode... (For a 12-episode drama, that's a shame.)
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Iron chaotic family
VERY MINOR SPOILERSSo… how to say it…
There were good things… and a LOT of bad things.
There were very good episodes where it didn’t feel like a typical KBS weekend drama, mostly in the second half. BUT seriously, the characters were sometimes so dumb, not noticing OBVIOUS THINGS and apologizing for ANYTHING. They were all miserable, no exceptions.
The script really lowered the ranking of the drama. Every set was good, like the street in a studio or even the shots that removed the weekend drama aspect, but the story was so poor, and some episodes were boring. The mothers of both the ML and the FL were horrible to watch.
AND WHY THIS HAIRCUT FOR DA RIM IN THE FIRST 30 EPISODES?! Fortunately, they changed it for the last episodes.
All the siblings looked so great in their younger versions… The Seogang Apparel arc was the most fun to watch, and there was finally some hype in this drama, but it quickly evaporated because of Mu Rim’s mother-in-law. YES, AGAIN, A MOTHER!! No, but seriously, can’t we have some peace? It’s not because it’s "only" 36 episodes that we can’t have at least one good episode without bad writing and with an intelligent character.
Not the worst weekend drama, but not the best…
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Squid Game Season 2: A Bold Follow-Up with New Thrills
Here comes the highly anticipated Season 2!First of all, despite the negative opinions I’ve seen here and there, I really enjoyed this season—even more than the first.
The first two episodes focus on Seong Gi Hun’s hunt for the Recruiter. I particularly liked these episodes because they clearly show Seong Gi Hun's determination and the massive resources he uses to track him down. The three-year time jump was necessary for the drama's coherence, especially considering the actor’s visible aging, which ties perfectly to the trauma of Squid Game that still haunts him. Gong Yoo is phenomenal as the Recruiter, playing the villain to perfection by showing no emotion whatsoever. The game has consumed him so much that it makes you question if he’s even human.
The collaboration between Seong Gi Hun and Jun Ho (somehow alive by sheer luck?) is established, and the games begin.
The two new games are well-designed, adding tension and focusing much more on teamwork and the mental aspects of survival. The new voting rule after each game is brilliant, introducing an additional layer of strategy and tension among the players.
This season introduces characters reminiscent of Season 1: a close friend to Seong Gi, a literal lunatic (like Thanos), the crazy one, and the "different" character (Ali in Season 1, Hyeon Ju in Season 2). Even Player 001’s counterpart appears, a worker in the Squid Game system—it’s surprising Seong Gi doesn’t make the connection at all....
Meanwhile, we follow Kang No Eul working behind the scenes of Squid Game as one of the triangles. It’s always fascinating to see the game from an outsider’s perspective, though his role hasn’t been fully explored yet, much like Hwang Jun Ho, who’s been aimlessly circling the same plotline since the games began. To make matters worse, there’s a traitor in the team… Things might have gone differently if Jun Ho had just told Seong Gi the Front Man’s identity at the start of the season!
Also, the rebellion against the pink-suited soldiers is honestly badass.
On top of that, the production quality remains outstanding, with great actors, beautifully detailed sets, an impactful soundtrack, and top-notch special effects.
This season is clearly part one of a setup for Season 3, laying a solid foundation for future developments. I can’t wait to see where it goes next!
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Squid Game: A Dark, Gripping Masterpiece
I had never watched Squid Game before, but with the release of Season 2, I finally gave it a go. Despite the countless spoilers circulating online, the drama remains a captivating experience.Watching it all at once, the story truly focuses on Seong Gi Hun’s journey as Player 456. In such a short time, you grow attached to the various characters, only to witness them tragically die at the hands of the pink-suited soldiers. While the outcome is somewhat predictable from the beginning, the discovery of each game and the participants' ingenious strategies are incredibly engaging, pulling you deep into the Squid Game universe.
This twisted "game" that sorts South Korean citizens annually is as cruel as it is fascinating.
I particularly loved the parallel story of Hwang Jun Ho, which offers a glimpse into the dark backstage of Squid Game beyond its colorful sets. The tragic fates of Kang Sae Byeok (067), Ali (199), and Ji Yeong (240) left a strong impression.
Hats off to everyone behind this drama for their phenomenal work! From the cast to the set design, costumes, special effects, and the soundtrack by Jung Jaeil—it was all absolutely stunning.
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A Royal Journey Well Concluded
Finally, SooYoung’s wish came true—the king loves her.Very good drama! I took a long break halfway through the series, but it didn’t hold me back from understanding and enjoying the second half.
It’s incredible how in every role, Shin Hye Sun plays so well and really embodies the character. She’s one of the reasons this drama is so good. The main couple is really nice to watch, and I liked the king’s effort to adapt to the queen, especially by learning her language with the dictionary.
The "bad people" in the drama are truly detestable, especially those two women who think they’re above everyone and look down on others. It was satisfying to see Jo Hwa Jin’s period of “apology” and the reconciliation between her and the queen.
I saw many people criticize the ending, but I found it logical. We kind of knew how it would end from the start anyway, even if it’s hard to reconnect with the story we started in episode 1... Honestly, I didn’t understand everything in the end, but well, all’s well that ends well!
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Great show, thanks to all the performances of the groups.
I watched Queendom Puzzle without having seen the two previous seasons, so I decided to watch them.All the groups deserved to win the show:
-AOA nailed every round with many different concepts. "Egotistic" was the best cover of the show; it seemed like their own song.
-Park Bom was very nostalgic about her former group 2NE1 in every round. I particularly liked her duo with Hyojung.
-I found that (G)idle was stuck on their dark concept throughout the show but their last performance was strong.
-Lovelyz showed a bright and refreshing side, with Kei carrying the group.
Oh My Girl and Mamamoo were the two winners for me:
-Mamamoo was consistently perfect, with strong vocals and a very charismatic presence.
-Oh My Girl was THE all-rounder group, with good concepts, skilled dancers (I'll never forget the perfect dance moment of
YooA with Smooth Criminal), and fun members.
It was a fun show without drama and tension (Queendom Puzzle). Jang Sung Kyu as the MC was funny, and all the songs released were good.
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