pammo1949

Debated whether to watch but after reading your comment decide to make it my weekend marathon drama. This drama was everything you said and more. A good portrayal of job searching for young people and the inner workings of companies, how new recruits are treated, how women are treated in the work force and office romance (very limited). Different drama with lots of light moments. the actors were good in their roles and it was enjoyable. A watch if you watch a lot of dramas - but if you have limited watch time - you can take a pass.

Playing that role at the age of 21 was amazing. Her immaturity probably helped the comedic side of this drama. An older woman linked to a "pure Adonis" would have probably made this a "mature" drama [which was not the intent]. That why Healer and Empress Ki had that "feel."

100% agreement with your assessment. The quality of actors and actresses often transcends the story being told. For 20 episodes the writers seem to live by the push pull rule. As a viewer I enjoy progression of relationships as opposed to the up and downs with twists and turns. The chemistry was good so there was no need to slow down the story - which causes the lower ratings. I watched every episode with 12 hours of release -- it was a good drama and your analysis hits the bulls eye.

Too late reading your review-- a complete bust for me -- just too predictable to the point I wanted the main female actor to just go away. Acting was bad - the story was bad and could never overcome its own fatal flaws. You should die when you should die and you should use common sense in common sense scenes -- these were my main complaints. Suffered through all episodes and now I'm angry with myself for not just dropping -- or more importantly reading your comments in adance.

Too late reading your review-- a complete bust for me -- just too predictable to the point I wanted the main female actor to just go away. Acting was bad - the story was bad and could never overcome its own fatal flaws. You should die when you should die and you should use common sense in common sense scenes -- these were my main complaints. Suffered through all episodes and now I'm angry with myself for not just dropping -- or more importantly reading your comments in adance.

A refreshing romance story that is well told and gets you involved in both the study of plants as well as the study of human interactions -- why do we do crazy things as women? This was pleasantly told and I give it a high rating.

This is a drama that I wish I had a diary writing down all of the wise and thoughtful comments of reflection to share with my 22 year old son. It is soup for the soul watching the relationships develop and dissolve as each grows older. It is also a great buyer be cautioned when planning your life when you are too young to understand the greed motivations of much older more experienced individuals The fact they are innocent and sweet within their youthful hearts keeps me interested.

Really good Saturday morning movie. Lots of action that was well choreographed and the story line wasn't bad. Quite entertaining. Loved the character development. Hyun Bin is a great actor and the pairing with Yoo Hae Jin was perfect chemistry- oil and water to water and vinegar- a perfect combination. Worth watching.

Drama is losing its charm - the relationships among the characters is becoming plastic and fake feeling. In the beginning really good but as time dragged on it did not do what it should have done -- write a new drama with new plots instead of being an imitation of the Korean drama. Decided to abandon.

This movie is challenging but tolerable (and has adult mature themes) for those of us that can stand some bloodshed and violence that is unthinkable and unpardonable. Since I can't watch horror movies I found this shocking but worth the time watching.and I was unable to stop watching This was not a love story by any means. The director could have done a better job with character development - but he gets the main point across -- I want tell you but I left questioning the ending - which is more shocking that the main story.

I'm on episode 25 after binge watching the first few episodes. It is engaging and entertaining. For a long drama it has enough talented actors to maintain continuing interest.. It is not just the father that is strange -- If you are not a Lee Yoo Ri fan - you will become one after watching this drama. I loved her in Jang Bo Ri and the Promise but she is really is award winning in this drama. I have laughed and cried.-

As non-South Koreans we have become acclimated to a South Korean society based on Kdramas. Because drug use is rarely portrayed -- instead ALCOHOL as the drug of choice--- those accustomed to marijuana use or liberal laws and legalization of use of marijuana would definitely feel this is unfair treatment of a major idol/actor - especially since used in the privacy of his home. I respect the laws of any country but sensationalism to this level seemed inappropriate. Every human wants to live without negative judgments by others -- this is when we feel bullied. Obviously he was unstable - that was why he was hospitalized. I agree with your assessment. We should pray - and pray hard --- always remember there is a reason GOD MADE ERASURES. We should LOVE on him as much as possible to help him restore his self confidence.

I feel the same way and you have expressed the feelings we should all have. I am disheartened because the press and public went after him like piranhas. No compassion -- and the gory mess is he is in the hospital (possibly a mental wreck), No one wants to be judged, and definitely we all make mistakes. What is so troubling is this was in the privacy of his home. Even if illegal the idea of being threatened with long term jail sentences for puffing joints just seems ridiculous from an American prospective. More than 44% of all Americans have confessed to at least experimenting with it -- gosh the whole country would be behind bars.

Just started watching and already addicted.Everything in this article epitomizes my feelings about the characters. I laugh so hard sometimes I disturb my neighbors. Cute and engaging and because the actors are top notch it should be a good 50 episodes - even if the story is developing faster than most K dramas. Hopefully, they can maintain the quality.

This is an imaginative and flawless Korean drama that transcends the usual cliche type dramas. The more you watch - the more addictive it becomes. It is paced well and the easy transition from present to past amazes me -- one of my biggest complaints about dramas that attempts to intermingle scenes from the past into the present I agree - with the author of this article - a MUST WATCH - especially if you like Quality of acting, writing, cinematography and direction. An artistic dream for the viewer. Don't let the complexity or weirdness of the first few episodes stop you for forging forward -- it won't be long before everything you viewed will be explained and make you more committed to viewing.

great drama to marathon -- very cute and entertaining. Story was well written and presented. Definitely a must watch.

Nice story. Able to follow all the characters from beginning to end. Gave a high rating because the writer did not hold back on action -- strong woman drama with romance secondary.

The only reason to watch this drama was Jang Hyuk. He immersed himself into this role and was so believable as an obsessed but caring policeman ready to kick ass when needed and take the hits as well. Love all of his dramas -- I can't give him enough praise for his work in this drama. Story was extreme int he beginning - couldn't watch without hands over my eyes and in fear and feelings of mortal anticipation. Later the show dialed it down a few notches so I was able to sit in my chair throughout the entire hour. But the writers never left the suspense out of the story and made it a masterpiece to view. Not perfect -- because all police dramas leaving you asking WHY? -- "are you alone", "why didn't you call for backup sooner" why are they so dumb sometimes" but that is only a writers flaw -- police work is detailed and realism- "like just shooting the person to make them stop" probably only happens in America.

I agree with WareedBarech. The drama really started out strong then went south so fast. Nothing about the story was plausible and everyone was stupid in the end. It was a 25 episode story told in 54 episodes. I feel robbed of time - I don't blame the actors because the underlying premise of the drama sounded intriguing but quickly the writers had writers block and decided to just photocopy old script lines to try to keep it going to the bitter boring end. Only the initial story with the kid actors is worth watching - then skip to end.

100% agreement with your comments. It was the best directed, acted, cinematography and emotional investment. I couldn't stop crying after episode 57 and even when it ended I still cried. WHen my husband told me he dreamed about the show I knew then the story was so vivid and making a major impact in our lives daily. Sometimes I would watch raw because I couldn't wait for the translations. THe dialogue and script writing was entertaining and plausible throughout. Just pure enjoyment. Definitely will rewatch.