interesting plotline but pure execution...dropped
Well...the first few episodes were just pure suffering, but I have read in the comments that the drama really starts after the first 3 episodes. So I was waiting and waiting for the drama to get better, but I am still waiting. 😁 For me, it was not worth the wait. I did not like the male lead as he was very annoying, and the story/plot is nothing special and was not executed very well. I was still waiting for a miracle to happen, but I gave up at episode 8 and dropped the drama.Was this review helpful to you?
You will really fall for the village people and great investing team
The story is very captivating, and I did not get bored. The first episodes were so funny, and I laughed so hard. It is a shame it didn't hold up throughout the whole drama. I love the storyline and how they built a great team to catch the bad guys and find the missing. It is nice to see how they unfolded the main case and the connections between characters, even if the story is predictable. I like that you get to know the story of each character. I thought it would be more fantasy, but the fantasy/mystery part is not that big in the drama.The only negative was the editing, as it went suddenly from one scene to another, without knowing what is going on.
I definitely recommend it as the concept is new. I cannot wait to watch season 2!
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Amazing Realistic historical drama
I am glad that I stopped making decisions based on ratings or comments, as this drama is great! I watched *Before Sunrise* first, and I think it helped me understand the characters better.I was hooked from the first episode, and it maintained the same pace until the end. I was also on the edge of my seat the whole time.
It starts as a beautiful story of a couple in love and their journey to create a Joseon and a monarch who would serve the people, not power. I wish they had made the drama longer so we could see the full story of their journey. Sometimes I did not realize there was a time jump and got confused.
It was heartbreaking to see how he treated her, despite still loving her. She helped him become king so he could fulfill his dream of a Joseon. Also, because of his actions and queen's support, he could prepare the foundation for a greater king. The last episode made me tearful. Towards the end, you understand why he eliminated so many people, as it is hard to start anew if there is still corruption and others desire power. It shows the true life behind the golden gate. Once you are in, you cannot get out alive. Despite all the killing he is famous for, he was a good king who did so much for the people; shame they could not include it all in the drama.
The acting was amazing, especially Joo Young and Hyun Woon; they slayed their roles. Also the production is great.
Overall, it is a great realistic historical drama that will not disappoint you. I could not give it high rating as it did not leave the same impact as My Dearest, Under the Queens umbrella, The tale of lady Ok.
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Could have been a great show if it had kept the same pace as the middle of the drama.
I started this drama because I love *Signal*, which is a masterpiece, anda lot of people were comparing it to that. To be honest, *Tunnel* has a
long way to go to be on the same/similar level as *Signal*.
The first few episodes were hard to get into, but after that, I was
hooked and on the edge of my seat and could not stop watching as the
storyline was so interesting. It was a rollercoaster, and I loved it.
Saying that, from episode 12, it gets kind of slow, and I was losing interest as they kept dragging the story with unnecessary twists. How the police could be so stupid and some dialogues didn't make sense.
I wish they had made the drama shorter. The acting was okayish.
Also, they could have executed the ending a little better. I would love to see a flashback to the future to see how things changed.
Overall, it is a good watch as I loved the storyline, but it is a shame that it could have been a great drama if they had made it a 12-episode drama.
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Great start but lost interest midway...dropped
The drama kept me hooked at the beginning, but I have started losing interest after nine episodes. I wish they would make it shorter and not drag it to sixteen episodes. The drama is very predictable and sometimes hard to watch, but I have enjoyed it. I tried to finish the drama a few times, but sadly I skipped to the last episode as I could not carry on. It is a shame as I like Jun Ho, especially in *Red Sleeve*.Was this review helpful to you?
it is okayish...nothing more nothing less
The drama was captivating, so I watched it in two days. Luckily, it is only six episodes. It's a nice concept that has been well-executed. I could not help but feel that sometimes the fighting scenes with the parasites seemed funny. I liked the ML and FL; they were a good team. The policewoman can be sometimes quite annoying, but she comes around at last.I didn't see the magma, but the story makes sense without that knowledge. Overall, it is a good watch if you have spare time, but nothing special.
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Great cast but it's missing the wow factor as season 1 had.
Finally, we got another season. I was so looking forward to it. I loved Gong Yoo as the recruiter; he portrayed the role perfectly. I liked all the new characters, especially TOP, as he weirdly brightened the atmosphere of the drama. My favorite characters were Sung Hoon and Kang Ha Neul.The drama did not have the same wow factor as the first season. Maybe because I knew what to expect. It was nice to see them add new games and that Player 001 joined the game. Also, I did not really like Player 456's obsession with the man in the black mask, as it became a little annoying.
Overall, it's a good watch, and it will be interesting to see how they end it.
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it is a nice story that could have been beautiful
It's sooo good, I fell for them after the second episode. I love how they try to protect each other, especially from the abusive father. And it's nice to see Do Hoe smile when he is with Yu Young, as his life was so hard and he had to endure a lot.I wish that the drama had stuck to the story in their teenage years, as the 10-year later jump is not that interesting and it doesn't have the same charm. It's a real shame, as the first two episodes were perfect.
In the end, I understand why Do Hoe behaved terribly, and we got a lively last episode, but it does not compensate for the middle part.
Overall, it's a nice story that could have been beautiful.
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love horors/thrillers but could not get through this one.
From the beginning, it was hard for me to stay focused, as the drama did not impress me. This was surprising to me, as I usually enjoy thrillers and horrors. I'm not sure if it was the way it was filmed. I tried several times to watch another episode, but by episode 7, I gave up and dropped the drama. I had been really looking forward to it, as it had a high rating and great reviews.The story was good, but the execution fell flat for me. The production could have been better, and I didn't connect with the main characters. The female lead was particularly annoying, and the way the three of them interacted was just strange. The only positive was Dong Woo; I really liked his character.
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Nice and easy watch...no stress!
What a nice surprise! I got hooked from the first episodes and was rooting for Yi Heon as he tried his best to put things right. It was refreshing to see someone teaching others the right way of life, and he was spreading his wisdom. I loved his friendship with Se Kyung and the positive influence he had on him. It is nice to have a friend you can rely on and who wants only the best for you. I liked the storyline, and the ending was satisfying for me as everyone was punished (that does not happen very often), and he could fulfill his dream of becoming a student.It was a really nice easy watch, especially as it was refreshing to see the story in reverse, as we saw the worst happen at the beginning and after that things got better and better. No stress.
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Disappointment!
So, this drama is probably the worst one I have ever seen. The screenwriting, production, storyline, and effects are so bad that it is hard to believe that it is a Korean drama. I did not really care about the characters, and the only positive thing I found was the flashback from their past. The first episode was so hard for me to watch, but I gave it a chance. However, I had to drop it at episode 4 as I could not waste my time any longer.To be honest, I do not understand how the rating can be so high.
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could have been great romcom but second half let it down
It is a nice, no-brainer drama that is easy to watch if you need something to clear your head. The first half was very good, and I was hooked. I thought, "What is wrong with people?" as the comments were not very nice, and then I understood why. The drama became more difficult to watch in the second half. The plot gets really crazy, with unnecessary twists, so I had to start skipping scenes to get through to the end. It is a shame, as it could have been a really great rom-com if they had stuck with the quality of the first half of the drama.To be honest, I did not like the older brother character. He was selfish and did not think of others, and I found him annoying. The last episode was just a mess and not a very nice way to end the drama.
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if you need something easy to watch it is drama for you
I liked the plot, but it was too draggy, and it was difficult to maintain focus, so in the end, I had to keep skipping scenes.
I only finished the drama because of the bond that the main leads had, as it was the best part of the drama. For me, it was too long and not very engaging, as you could guess what would happen next.
If you want to watch something where you just want to switch off your brain or have something in the background, this is the perfect drama for you.
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You can feel the pain through her eyes.
The movie portrays the cruelty of bullying and its impact on the victims.After watching the movie, you wonder why or how the kids can be so cruel, how it is possible it is still happening nowdays.
The acting is just incredible, and you can feel the pain through the main female's eyes. I love the relationship she has with ML and how he is always there to protect her.
I am happy to see they got a happy ending after everything they've been through, although it may not reflect real-life scenarios. It gives you a sense of hope.
This movie will leave a lasting impression on you.
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Frustrating but good intake on jurisdiction system - Let's vote!
The beginning was really hard for me to watch, especially the main FL and her sister, who were so annoying. The same goes for the ML, as he always tried to catch the culprit he needed to bring to justice by law, but he knew very well the legal system was broken as he had fabricated evidence so many times. I found the way the teenagers were involved in the case absurd as well. Also, the drama did not catch my attention. I was about to drop the drama, but luckily it got better after four or five episodes, and I got hooked.I liked the storyline concept of getting justice as there are so many loopholes within the law. The drama got better with each episode, and it was interesting to see who else was involved in vote-killing.
The ending leaves it open for a new season if there ever will be one.
Overall, the drama effectively portrays the idea of taking justice into one's own hands when the system fails and highlights the influence of money and power in manipulating the justice system.
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