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Meh
Meh. It started cute, but the dominating and abusive behavior was hard to watch (especially when he uses his money/power to control important life choices for her or told her who she could or could not spend time with). It was very short and the ending seemed very rushed and incomplete, like a show that's been cancelled mid season but they try to give it an ending.Was this review helpful to you?
Not bad
Good character development. The story went a way I didn't see it going, which was nice. But not my favorite ending....Was this review helpful to you?
AMAZING until the ending
Beautiful music, costumes, sets, and scenary. LOVED the cast. I couldn't stop watching. Hated the ending.Was this review helpful to you?
Meh
Cute but too long for what it was. It really didn't need two seasons. It could have been condensed into one. At least the ending was satisfying.Was this review helpful to you?
Short and cute
Cute but with 12 episodes (only 13 minutes long) it's not a fully fleshed out series.Was this review helpful to you?
Good but slow in the middle
Started off great but got really dumb for a while towards the end. The ending itself was fine, but getting there wasn't the best. I had to take a break from the show before I could finish it because of thisWas this review helpful to you?
Disappointing
It has a similar feel to Boys Over Flowers, but a bit better. Too much soap opera for my taste, which was disappointing because it started out really good!Was this review helpful to you?
Is There A Single Character Who DOESN'T Have A Secret Identity?
I'm pretty sure they translated the title wrong. It should be: Is There A Single Character Who DOESN'T Have A Secret Identity?This started out strong but fizzled out by the end. There was just too much going on to hold my interest without burning out. Seriously, but the last few episodes, when something happened to a character, I actually needed the overly emotional flashbacks to remind me why I should care.
But, I've gotta say, this is the first ever killer marching band army I've ever seen. So at least it had that going for it!
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Fluffy and cute
Fluffy and cute. Not overly dramatic. Just what I needed. For once, they made the time travel make sense instead of something random causing it but never explained. Great cast. I want to try the food!Was this review helpful to you?
Hooked.
Kept me hooked until the ending (which I hated). Really interesting sci-fi space drama reminiscent of Apollo 13 but more romance and exploring ethical questions. I'm not a Lee Min Ho fan, but he was good in this one. I have yet to see anything that Gong Hyo Jin has done that was not spectacular. She always impresses.Was this review helpful to you?
Princess Royal fans will love!
Just binged The Shadow Sovereign. I couldn't stop watching. It's not long, only 18 episodes that are around 24 minutes. But it's somehow The Princess Royal level intrique, super flirty, and is sooo good! If you need to get lost in a drama for a bit (but not too long), this one is the perfect distraction.Was this review helpful to you?
So good!
It a relaxed paced, sweet romance drama that has a vibe a lot like the 2018 K-drama "Encounter." It's everything a drama should be. With the slower pacing, it doesn't feel like a short (which often send you on a whirlwind of plot ridiculousness trying to be exciting.) This drama is unapologetically mellow, and all the better for it. It leaves you feeling warm and satisfied.Was this review helpful to you?
Heavy topics were addressed tactfully and compassionately. Heartfelt and moving. I really enjoyed it. The slow pace felt therapeutic. The love triangle wasn't needed, but the friendships and struggles shown were great.
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Great drama!
Great drama! Perfect cast, beautiful music, costumes, and scenery. Extremely complex characters and relationships. After a looooong roller-coaster ride of drama, we get a very satisfying ending. I love that the main character isn't another rags to riches story, and instead and a deep and and long character arc.One of the best serious historical dramas I've seen.
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Flirty and Ditches Annoying Tropes
So much to love about this one! A strong FL who not only has a good character arc but is also vulnerable, actually uses communication for problems, and usually acts like a mature adult. There were times I would call my daughter in to rewatch a scene because it was so satisfying to see some much hated tropes tossed on their heads.It is ssssuuuuuuper flirty! 😍 And the ML is someone you'll probably be seeing in your dreams after. Even though it is pretty steamy for a C-Drama, it's still around PG content.
I love how this drama addressed some awful relationship issues in a realistic and healthy ways and how differently the leads react to the manipulation tactics.
And the music! I'm now on the hunt for the soundtrack.
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