? Where Stars Land – My Short, Honest Review
I'll be very honest guys.
Both Lee Je-hoon and Chae Soo-bin are my favs, so naturally, I picked this up. I love exploring underrated dramas, and I was especially curious to see Je-hoon in a romance after only watching him in intense thrillers like Taxi Driver and The Negotiation.
What I liked:
Je-hoon nailed the emotionally distant, reserved ML. His silent expressions hit harder than full dialogues.
Chae Soo-bin’s character was chaotic but warm. She wasn’t perfect, but that made her feel more real.
The airport setting was peaceful yet dynamic, it visually reflected the characters’ internal struggles.
Themes like disability, bullying, self-worth, and workplace pressure were handled quietly and maturely.
The second leads were sweet and added softness to the story without being overdramatic.
That quiet slice-of-life meets healing tone made it a comforting watch overall.
What didn’t work:
The genre was all over the place—romance, sci-fi, slice-of-life—and it lost focus mid-way.
Some storylines (especially with the side characters and ML’s past) felt unfinished or dropped.
The last 2 episodes felt rushed and unnatural like the writers suddenly had to wrap it all up.
Biggest frustration? The lack of communication between the brothers. If they had just talked instead of avoiding everything, half the drama wouldn't have happened. That whole subplot could’ve been resolved better.
The romance build-up was slow, which I liked, but the emotional payoff got rushed and didn’t fully land.
Final thoughts:
It’s not flawless, but it’s a soft, underrated drama with a warm soul. If you’re okay with a few messy edges, and you're watching for the quiet chemistry, gentle themes, and of course, Lee Je-hoon in a rare romantic role it’s totally worth it.
Both Lee Je-hoon and Chae Soo-bin are my favs, so naturally, I picked this up. I love exploring underrated dramas, and I was especially curious to see Je-hoon in a romance after only watching him in intense thrillers like Taxi Driver and The Negotiation.
What I liked:
Je-hoon nailed the emotionally distant, reserved ML. His silent expressions hit harder than full dialogues.
Chae Soo-bin’s character was chaotic but warm. She wasn’t perfect, but that made her feel more real.
The airport setting was peaceful yet dynamic, it visually reflected the characters’ internal struggles.
Themes like disability, bullying, self-worth, and workplace pressure were handled quietly and maturely.
The second leads were sweet and added softness to the story without being overdramatic.
That quiet slice-of-life meets healing tone made it a comforting watch overall.
What didn’t work:
The genre was all over the place—romance, sci-fi, slice-of-life—and it lost focus mid-way.
Some storylines (especially with the side characters and ML’s past) felt unfinished or dropped.
The last 2 episodes felt rushed and unnatural like the writers suddenly had to wrap it all up.
Biggest frustration? The lack of communication between the brothers. If they had just talked instead of avoiding everything, half the drama wouldn't have happened. That whole subplot could’ve been resolved better.
The romance build-up was slow, which I liked, but the emotional payoff got rushed and didn’t fully land.
Final thoughts:
It’s not flawless, but it’s a soft, underrated drama with a warm soul. If you’re okay with a few messy edges, and you're watching for the quiet chemistry, gentle themes, and of course, Lee Je-hoon in a rare romantic role it’s totally worth it.
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