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Brilliant & Indeed Captivating
I'm kind of shocked by some of these poorly added reviews, I found this series to be just brilliant in every way. The first three episodes it was kind of up in the air as to the direction the major characters would be going, but once episode four played out with the major events that transpired, the drama took off with full steam.Jung Suk was fantastic as always. I was expecting him to be great in this role and he definitely did not disappoint. Sae Kyeong was equally as brilliant, as was Shin Young with his role as Myeong Ha. I must admit, I had a strong disliking to that character early on, but he turned out to be a great asset to the series as well as to the King. The supporting cast was very strong with talent, giving us several evil characters you counted the minutes for them to get their retribution, which they all eventually did!!
I guess the only negative I had a difficult time with was everyone not recognizing Mong U as a woman simply because she was dressed like a man ... but you simply have to get past that or else the series does not work for you.
All in all a great and extremely enjoyable series!!!!
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Extremely realistic & enjoyable BL
After reading some of the reviews that did not give high marks, I was kind of surprised how truly enjoyable & great this drama turned out to be. This series was more than just fantastic, it was so realistic and dealt with real life cause & effect after what happened to these two characters, Kazuma and Ren years earlier. It showed how mental scars from traumatic events sometimes don't heal with time, but rather worsen if not addressed, and cause so many other things to fall out of place.When we eventually find out what happened after Kazuma goes to the hospital, you can understand why it was such a heart wrenching ten years for both of them.
Yuki Sakurai & Aloha Takamatsu and so perfectly matched up, you can almost feel the chemistry coming off of them onto the screen. Their performances are extraordinary with emotion, giving us extremely powerful scenes, not to mention the pairing of the younger versions of them also doing an exceptional job in showing us their past relationship and how things transpired a decade earlier.
Great acting & great writing!
As they tell each other in the last scene of the series " You're my everything, you're my life, you're my Tokyo in April"
They leave no doubt that they will now both enjoy a happy life together!
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Everyone Has Some Good In Them
This series proved to be a very intriguing drama to follow. You need to allow a lot of leeway with the Sci Fi aspect of the story, but once you get around that, it really delivers a great 10 episodes filled with enjoyment. The two main characters are a perfect fit for each other in leading this group of people to safety. Yuki Yamada & Eiji Akaso form an unlikely special bond as you get deeper into each episode, and both do a great job showing it through their characters.It was great to watch the transformation, not just the leading roles, but the entire supporting cast. The most unlikeable people that boarded that train in the early minutes of episode 1 turn out to be caring & helpful people to everyone around them.
It shows how the worst situations can bring out the best in people.
There are a few surprises along the way, which add to the mystery & suspense of the drama. The ending sort of leaves the possibility open for a season 2, but gives us the outcome we were waiting for in a round a bout way. It does indeed take it down to the final seconds of the last episode ... great ending!
As one of the characters stated "You can't change the past, but let's trust the future" ..... that definitely applies to this series.
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From appetizer to dessert ... a truly great story!!
Within the first few minutes of episode 1, this drama was as addicting to watch, as was savoring all the food being prepared.The two protagonists, Gaku & Kai, are fantastic characters, not only interacting with each other, but watching both their transformations happen throughout each episode.
Episode 4 is definitely the one that captivates you into the series for several reasons, particularly the dark & mysteriousness nature of Kai that you're trying to figure out. You're not sure who to have more empathy for, Gaku or Kai. Each battling demons of their past. Takahashi Fumiya & Shison Jun are both brilliant, each mixing with perfect chemistry to the other.
A great supporting cast is on hand as well. All adding their own special ingredient in making a perfect drama to watch. Magoroku was a favorite, played by Itagaki Rihito. Starting out as an antagonist to Gaku, but turning out to be one of his closest friends later on.
In the end, the story seems to conclude in a very satisfying way for all. Going into the final episode it didn't seem possible for one happy ending, let alone everyone to enjoy one. A great series to watch more than once!
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Perfection All Around In This Hospital Drama
To say this has been a great series is definitely an understatement. I came to this drama late, season 1 & 2 had already aired. In a way I'm glad, because I don't know how I would have waited for each episode, especially an entire second season. I was able to watch both seasons in a very short period of time. I basically couldn't stop watching it once I started.These five actors were just so fantastic, matching the amazing characters they portrayed. Each one was special in their own way. I particularly became attached to Ik Jun, as I'm sure a lot of people did. That character was such an amazing personality and Jung Suk, the man behind this doctor, was simply genius. He stole every scene he was in, no matter who else was in it with him. The relationship he had with his son was beyond words. Adorable, magical & special to name a few.
Kyung Ho was another favorite. It was great to watch Jun Wan transform over two season. He was tough on his interns and cold to people outside of his orbit, but you do realize what a warm & caring person he is. It took a while, but he turns into a great character on the show.
The practice sessions the band did in each episode became something you really looked forward to. When they performed "It's My Life", that was their best one, not only singing it, but dressing for it. Being from the U.S., I can honestly say, they were amazing doing this song!!
The flashbacks were just absolute perfection, giving true depth to their close friendship and how far they came through life together at each other's side. You laughed as well as cried through the times these five friends shared, past & present. I'm definitely going to miss not having a season 3. It would have been great to have another 18 or so hours to follow them along their lives together, but the way this series finally ended, I don't think they could have wrapped it up in a better way.
Applause & standing ovation to the actors & writers. An absolutely brilliant job well done!!!
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Absolutely Amazing!!
To say this has been a great series is definitely an understatement. I came to this drama late, season 1 & 2 had already aired. In a way I'm glad, because I don't know how I would have waited for each episode, especially an entire second season. I was able to watch both seasons in a very short period of time. I basically couldn't stop watching it once I started.These five actors were just so fantastic, matching the amazing characters they portrayed. Each one was special in their own way. I particularly became attached to Ik Jun, as I'm sure a lot of people did. That character was such an amazing personality and Jung Suk, the man behind this doctor, was simply genius. He stole every scene he was in, no matter who else was in it with him. The relationship he had with his son was beyond words. Adorable, magical & special to name a few.
Kyung Ho was another favorite. It was great to watch Jun Wan transform over two season. He was tough on his interns and cold to people outside of his orbit, but you do realize what a warm & caring person he is. It took a while, but he turns into a great character on the show.
The flashbacks were just absolute perfection, giving true depth to their close friendship and how far they came through life together at each other's side. You laughed as well as cried through the times these five friends shared, past & present. I'm definitely going to miss not having a season 3. It would have been great to have another 18 or so hours to follow them along their lives together.
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One of the Best Medical Dramas Ever
This series was so entertaining from start to finish. The acting, writing & directing is absolutely flawless. This show brings back memories of a popular U.S. Show called "ER". In fact, I found that Young Woo's character of Jae Won (Number 1) definitely mirrors the character of Dr John Carter from that show's early years in many ways. Young Woo not only gives a great dramatic performance, but he blends physical "slapstick" comedy brilliantly at the perfect scenes. You wouldn't expect too much comedy in a dramatic medical drama, but it's apparent throughout.The entire cast is just fantastic working as a team, with Ji Hoon masterfully in charge. Nurse Jang Mi (Gangster) and Dr Han are equally strong characters as well. They all fit together like a perfect puzzle.
I'm not sure when season 2 will be happening, but I look forward to it. I'm sure it will be great.
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A Very Unique BL Series
This overall was a fantastic series, not just an ordinary BL drama, but with so much more added in. From the first time you see Kohei smile in episode two, to Taichi begin to defend Kohei in a very special way, you realize this is going to be a special drama.The acting matches the story perfectly. Mixing a melodrama with the difficulties in one losing his hearing at the same time of coming to terms with romantic feelings for his best friend, it played out in a very enjoyable way.
Nakazawa Motoki & Kobayashi Toranosuke were a perfect match in front of the camera.
Episode 5 was the real changing point of the series. I think the line spoken by Kohei "Being able to not hear the sounds - But being hated by you is what I'm more afraid of" is just brilliant.
If you want to watch a series with a blend of every kind of emotion there is, this is the one!!
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Great Zombie Series
This was definitely one of the best zombie series I've seen. Each hour episode didn't seem to be long enough. What I found to make this series above other zombie movies or plots was the branches of different story lines going on at the same time. Your normal zombie apocalypse has stupid or very predictable directions throughout. This series seems to correct for that. Also adding a twist with certain zombie transformations, It seemed to be very realistic (if a zombie story can be realistic), but it also seems to cover so many different paths taken by each actor. Yoon Chan Young is great in his role. Not giving away the ending, but I'm glad to see he'll be back for season 2.Definitely a must see for zombie fans, but even non-zombie enthusiastics will enjoy this as well.
Looking forward to season 2!!
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A BL DRAMA LIKE NO OTHER!!
I normally wouldn't use the word "Masterpiece" in a review, but there's no other word that describes this drama.From the start of the first episode through the very end of episode 10, every single minute is perfect in every way. The acting, writing & directing is flawless. You can't even fast forward through the end credits, because the music used to close each episode is truly fantastic.
Ji Sub & Jun Taek have such a great chemistry together. It's definitely Ji Sub's best work so far, and I look forward to future projects with Jun Taek, because he was wonderful. There were certain scenes that gave you chills as you watched them unfold. The last five minutes of episode 9, with "The Story" playing in the background, you felt as though you're walking along side of Jae Won as he goes to find Ji Hyun. Just amazing.
I wish there was a score higher than 10 to give, because it's needed here!
The only bad thing is, The Eighth Sense has raised the bar so high, it's going to be difficult to watch another BL drama without feeling disappointment.
I think everyone should really come away from this series feeling great about life.
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A Twilight Zone KDrama
From the very beginning, you realize this will be a drama with a blend of the Twilight Zone and romance, where anything can happen involving time. 15 years backward & forward just by going through a door. It keeps you on the edge of your seat, because you just don't know what's coming next. Truly great writing.I think the acting is fantastic in this as well, especially by Moon Ji Yong. Very powerful performance. You kind of want a different ending, but after thinking about it, the way it played out, it really couldn't have ended any other way.
The one thing that made the ending less sad is the fact you understand Jae Woo & Ji Hoon will be doing it all over again, and again, and again. It gives a bit more promise to a happy ending, even if it is a three week period they are able to spend together before happening all over again.
Great all around series!
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Addicting once you start watching
I watched the movie format of this rather than the original eight episodes. I have to say, as I started to watch the first few minutes, it felt much more like a complete comedy. I wasn't sure if I was going to stick with it, but given the premise of the series, I was unable to stop watching, simply because I couldn't imagine how these two characters were going to get together. So I had to just keep going with it to find out. I'm so glad I did.Passing the 30 or 40 minute mark of the movie, I t was so addicting to follow, I couldn't take my eyes off the tv.
Excellent story line and the actors had perfect chemistry together. I was not familiar with Seo Ham or Jae Chan, but I will look for their acting in the future.
An absolute feel good series (movie) with a great ending.
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A True Masterpiece
I started watching this series without knowing anything about it. What I witnessed over the eight episodes was just remarkable. A mixed blend of coming of age, love, death, the bond of friendship & even the supernatural.Komiya Rio & Inoue Sora are just beautiful on screen together. They each give wonderful performances, blending their roles into each other.
The writing is so outstanding and so original. It's like no other story I've seen, building on each episode with such unique directions of the plot.
Anyone that has experienced the death of a close friend or soulmate will truly breakdown watching some of these scenes between these two "Number Ones"
I was kind of hoping for a happy ending, but in a way, I guess it couldn't have gone any other way.
Definitely a must watch and rewatch with tissues in hand. It's a real tear-jerker.
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Fantastic chemistry of two actors
This really was an enjoyable series to watch. I think if you're going to watch it, watch the movie version that's two hours long as opposed to the 8 fifteen minute episodes. It's much more enjoyable without the intermission breaks to start each new episode.Seung Gyu & Jong Hyuk were absolutely made to play these two parts together. They were so perfectly natural with each other, it made it so enjoyable to watch them blend there two acting abilities to make one great relationship.
Once scene in the later episodes showed an emotional and so believable performance by Seung Gyu, it would be difficult to have dry eyes after watching it.
Definitely a movie to watch over again, just a really good "real feel" movie!!!
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Trust No One In his BL Drama
There are so many plot twists with characters changing from bad to good & back again, you just need to watch it completely out before you know who you're rooting for in this excellent BL Drama.Jun Seo is amazing in his role, along side of Sun Hyung. Both are a great fix together.
All the actors in this are great throughout.
I found that once I started watching it, it was really difficult not to binge episode after episode. Each one ended, where you just wanted more. Your heart aches Jung Da On with so much torment in his life. This is really way beyond a normal BL series, but rather a mix of a strong drama along with a few thriller moments as well.
Very enjoyable with lots of excitement.
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