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surprisingly good watch
Let me start this review by saying how much I missed female characters who are written as complex by nature, not just because it’s a trend. Another thing worth praising about this series is its storytelling. The narrative doesn’t waver. Instead, it moves confidently from point A to point B. Although the plot is quite dark, I can absolutely see myself rewatching it for that reason alone. Kudos to Go Hyun Jung and Jang Dong Yoon for their excellent performances. They carried the drama by portraying one of the most complex relationship between mother and son I’ve seen on screen so far.Was this review helpful to you?
simple, yet emotional
this film has a simple plot that's easy to follow. the main lead or should i say one of the main leads is an ex-prostitute, and the story primarily revolves around her and the people she interacts with in her daily life. the main message of the film is that everyone faces their own struggles, and sharing those issues is an important step toward moving forward.i would recommend this film to anyone who is into slice of life genre. special kudos to the cast, who made the plot feel more authentic.
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why in the world did i watch this sooner?
i really regret not starting this sooner because this drama is excellent. i love the plot and how everything is connected in the end. i love the main four characters, even though not all of them are great actors by my standards. that being said, the chemistry between them is amazing - not just between the couples, but among all four. for the first time in a long while, the secondary couple actually feels meaningful and not just there to fill time. the cinematography and costumes are also fantastic. if you're hesitant to watch this, just do itWas this review helpful to you?
slice of (traumatic) life
i decided to give it a go and watch it with my limited mandarin. the story centers around surprisingly loving co-worker group who earn money by cleaning death scenes. the cleaner is a slice of life to the core, and has some serious tear jerking moments. the acting was really selling point of the series. hopefully, it gets subbed somedayWas this review helpful to you?
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episode 13 felt like a finale
it started out good but the logic flew out of the window in the middle of the series. there's also a lot of things that bothered me while watching.- antagonists were made stupid as possible to make leads seem smart. it made me think that i'm watching some wattpad live action series. description of a psycho rich girl who tries to take the MC's man belongs right to that app
- the leads' acting was horrendous at times (especially during crying scenes), which made me less sympathetic towards MCs. wipe those teardrops of your face
- phone's plot line would've worked so much better if
a) there was another phone holder (who was trying to save one of the antagonists)
or
b) only yuan xia could accept phone calls
or
c) every time yuan xia survives, someone else d!es
unlike most of the other people, i liked the fact that they didn't threw in random comedy bits and kept leads' relationship romantic and realistic at the same time. second lead' couple didn't make me roll my eyes which was another plus.
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maybe 12 eps would've been enough?
The only issue I had with this drama was that, at some points, the series felt a bit dragged out. I was also a little frustrated with some of the choices made by the female lead. However, I'm glad that all the characters ended up getting the ending they deserved. I am a bit sad that we never got to see a side romance develop between MC and you know who, but it got renewed, so I'm keeping my hopes upWas this review helpful to you?
loved this series to tiny pieces
the simplest way to describe this drama is that it's something between makjang and melodrama. unlike similar dramas, all characters had a purpose. although some of them managed to make my blood boil (cough cough FL's husband), the leads kept me enough hooked until the final moments of the series. the acting was flawless and raw, but what else to expect from such a skillful cast?Was this review helpful to you?
still waiting for renewal news...
this show had everything i grave for...- good acting
even extras were acting like rent was due
- good chemistry between the cast as a whole
- well written from start to finish (origin stories, characters' personalities, dynamics and motives)
honestly, i might downgrade my rating, if we aren't getting renewal news any time soon
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should've been a film
it would've worked better as 4 episode series or a film. personally speaking, i didn't care about background characters at all. they didn't give anything to the general story. even the dialogues between the main characters were cringe at some moments. despite all that leads managed to pull it off and have a great chemistryWas this review helpful to you?
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compelling storyline
The acting, particularly by Gyu Young, stands out as she delivers a remarkable performance beyond what I initially expected. Her portrayal adds depth to Seo A-ri's character, making her journey to fame more relatable and engaging.The series also excels in cinematography, providing a visually stunning experience. Each scene is beautifully captured, creating a visually appealing and captivating atmosphere. I would expect anything more from Flower Of Evil's director.
While the overall storyline is intriguing, at some times I felt that the focus is too much focus on the antagonists. This may have affected the character development of the male lead.
One aspect that made me feel mixed emotions is the reconciliation between the A-ri and her friend, who had previously created a hate page about her. If I have to be honest, it's still hard to believe and accept.
Nevertheless, Celebrity managed to leave a long-lasting impression on me due to its compelling storyline, outstanding acting, and aesthetically pleasing cinematography.
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fight for survival...
Agency is a gripping series that delves into the complex world of the entertainment industry and office politics.The characters are well-written and mature, each battling their demons but supporting each other in the tough, competitive, and often brutal entertainment industry.
One of the highlights of the show is the remarkable performances of the two leads. It's safe to say that without Lee Bo-young and Son Na-eun, this series wouldn't have worked.
Also, the pacing is well-controlled and the arc of the show is just right.
Overall, Agency effortlessly captures a glimpse of South Korea's commercial entertainment industry while highlighting the challenges faced by those who want to make it to the top.
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Love (ft. Marriage and Divorce) Season 3
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A mess...
I am going to make this as short as possible.This last season felt very unnecessary in the first place. First big red flag was when 3 actors left after s2 & were replaced. Maybe it's just me but I never got used to the new actors.
Storyline was a hot mess. Imagine adding all this supernatural storyline just for Hye Ryung to make up with her terrible ex husband and grim reapers to kill one of the characters in the finale... It made me spoil with anger since her husband was the worst one out of 3. I mean he successfully knocked someone else up. Pi Young & Shi Eun finding love was probably the best part of this season. I hope for the sake of the actors that season 4 is the last one. They need to stop milking this and free all those actors so that they can do other projects
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maybe turning 16 eps dramas into 12 eps dramas is a good idea
This drama was a roller coaster of emotions. I have several complaints about subplots. Spacing at times was over the place. Why did they waste so much time on BDH's cheating husband or BIN's bully (who was pampered by writers)? Give me a good reason why Ina was forced to forgive a girl who bullied her out of the blue because others ignored her (as they should). Dohee deserved so much more and I wish that we had a better insight into her life after dropping that sorry excuse of a man. I can't believe that they dragged these story lines until the last episode. I've made my remarks previously on how leads chemistry isn't chemistrying but it's not actors' fault that their characters got together so late on the series. Also, I don't think the ending is open. It was pretty straightforward. The couple had a child (5 y.o in a clip) and Gwiju was pulled into his memory of them. Although, I wish that they would've had one episode to explain how BGJ survived the fire and maybe how their family earned superpowers in general.Was this review helpful to you?
casting >>> writing
there's no much to say about the story. it starts off strong but ends on predictable note, both in terms of the plot and the characters. none of them experience any significant growth as individuals. there's no doubt that the highlight of this drama is the dynamics between the trigger crew. special mention goes to kim hyesoo, who portrayed oh soryong with incredible nuance and depth. similarly, jung sungil delivers an impressive performance that adds weight and charisma to the show. while the storyline may leave much to be desired, the chemistry and performances of the cast make it worth watching.Was this review helpful to you?
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how to ruin a drama with an ending
i'm going to keep this short and sweet, and say what a waste of potential.things i liked:
- character driven storytelling
- unique premise
- leads' relationship
- great acting
things i didn't like:
- characters being numb to their past
a lot of things happened to main characters, but they remained the same. the only ones who changed were the side characters (for instance situ).
- horrible cgi effects (but that's given in fantasy series)
- inconstant writing at some parts (e.g: can vampire walk under the sunlight?)
- sad ending
even though the sad ending was hinted at for longest time, i needed an happy ending for my leads. they suffered for the WHOLE series. it makes the whole series feel like a waste of time, and i hope that cdrama writers stop that sad drama ending trend for fantasy dramas set in 19 and 20 century. at this point, i think it's censorship's fault
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