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Because this was my first K-drama, my feelings are mixed. Having no previous experience, the first episode was kind of a shock for me. They seemed to over play\ over react to everything. But, after getting used to it, you can actually enjoy it. So, the story isn't that great. Bom inherits a gift to "see" other people's stories through their clothes and she has to help them solve their problems. If she ignores them, then bad luck will follow her everywhere. Now, the stories were interesting and actually nice, and I liked the additional story with Bom and her family. The appearance of the granny-ghost wasn't that good, as it made the show a little silly, but it can easily be overlooked. So, the first episodes were great, but towards the ending, the story got confusing and frankly, it felt like the screenwriters didn't know what to add to make it more interesting. Especially the final episode was a disaster for me, as it was like those episodes that you get where they rushed to finish up the story because the show is being cut. Overall, I stayed till the end for Changjo, even though the love story was awkward and it didn't really develop, as the love triangles kept popping up.

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Surprisingly, even though the summary of this drama doesn't do it justice, this drama was actually quite good. The story was nice and it didn't stick to the cliché happy endings, the romance was cute and sweet, the performances nice enough and the friendship between the boys strong enough to keep things interesting till the end. Actually, the only thing that bothered me about this drama was the way it was filmed. The camera was unsteady and the shots and angles were messed up, as you could see a character staring to the front and at the next shot looking at the person next to him. So, if it wasn't for that, I would probably had rated this drama with a 9, as I liked the story and the fact that the episodes were short in length, giving the story just the enough time to develop and without having to add flash back after flash back to fill the one hour length.

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Shopping King Louis is a surprisingly good drama. Not the best of course, but it is better than those silly romantic comedies that have no plot and no interest. Apart from the first episode, that was just silly and almost made me drop this drama, the rest of the drama was a delight. Louis was childish and hilarious, and the actor who portrayed him did an amazing job (probably his best performance for me, so far). The rest of the cast did an okay job with their characters as well. The romance was sweet, though the chemistry wasn't all there. But, strangely, the pair seemed good together, though he was a little too childish. Some parts of the story were idiotic, but I enjoyed the twists and the main story was very interesting. Plus, the drama was funny, and for me, that was the highlight and the main reason to watch this drama. So 6 out of 10.

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I'll be honest, I decided to watch this drama for L. Joe, as I'm a fan of his band. But ended up watching it for Min Hyuk. But first thing first. The first few episodes were a little confusing. I didn't know what was happening and what was the point of the story, especially after watching the first episode. Things got better from episode three till about episode fourteen. The main idea its okay, as it tells the story of a band who struggles to become famous. Personal stories are tangled up with the story and offer some suspense as well. Though the romance was way too weak and never reached the final satisfying ending. Some situations were a little far stretched, like the good hearted reactions at certain times (you'll know when you watch episodes ten and on). However, there were some really emotional moments, mainly achieved due to the good performances, like Min Hyuk's as I said. Yes, he is too good for a non actual actor, though Hyeri wasn't that good. Finally, the last episode wasn't good at all, and it summed up everything that was wrong with the drama.

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The concept of this drama was interesting enough, but it didn't quite succeeded on getting it through till the end. One of the positives of this drama was the fact that it had mini cases in each episode, like the background story of the ghosts. Plus, the pace was fast, and it didn't drag along at the last few episodes, though the final one was not that good. As for the romance, it was okay, and they did find a way to make it work (in K dramas they always do!!). However, the ghost stories didn't blend smoothly enough with the main story, which was a little like a replica of Oh my ghost (especially the evil spirit situation). The performances were okay and the action was really entertaining, so, for that, 7 out of 10.

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A drama that was heavily promoted, ended up having 24 episodes length, had an odd story, but lived up to everyone's expectations. Wow, this reminded me of It's okay, it's love. The drama deals with the theme of breast cancer, how a man could handle feeling that he is loosing his manhood, and jealousy. The power battle in the channel was interesting, but the love triangle was the one who got the all kills. Probably, one of the best and most intense love triangle, with the guys fighting for the girl openly till the very end. The chemistry between the three of them was strong, as well as the performances. The side stories weren't that good, but nice enough to supplement the main story. Apart from the romance, the delicate issue of breast cancer was handled perfectly, as the characters went through all the stages of the treatment. Finally, the disadvantages of this drama was the odd beginning (what were those anime aliens??) and the odd ending (come on, that was cheesy!!). So, 8 out of 10.

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Good Enough

Korean Drama '' The Tale of Lady Ok '' is a historical drama about a young woman who starts as a servant and ends up being the voice of those who are pushed aside.

The drama has a unique story of a woman who pretends to be an aristocrat in order to escape death as a servant and becomes the legal champion for the poor. These legal battles were interesting and emotional, and the leading character's journey was inspirational as well.

On the other hand, the romance wasn't as great, though the ending was well handled.

Finally, the performances were all great by everyone in the cast and the main lead's was especially strong.

So, overall, seven out of ten.

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Good Enough

Japanese Drama '' Sayonara no Tsuzuki '' is a romantic melodrama with a tragic story and tragic characters.

The drama incorporates the idea that the body has memory, but it is not that well presented, as the story is more focused on the romance and builds its story up from there.

As for the romance, it was odd, as the one person was wracked with grief and was trying to hold on to any spec of hope, and the other had an identity crisis at best. Most tragic of them all was the wife who was trying to figure things out.

The performances, on the other hand, were all great by everyone in the cast.

So, overall, five out of ten.

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Good Enough

Japanese Drama '' My Second Ao Haru '' is a drama about second chances in life.

The drama has a pretty enjoyable main story, with an impressive plot and many sweet moments. The relationship between the main female lead and her new friends was enjoyable and adorable as well as they helped each other overcome their problems.

The love story, on the other hand, was not as enjoyable. And that was not because of the age gap, which wasn't that much of a big deal. But, the way it was pace and the tropes that were used, it was eye rolling and boring.

Also, the female lead often acted a bit too much and she was too loud, but, other than that, she gave an enjoyable performance. The rest of the cast did a good job as well.

So, overall, five out of ten.

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Not Good Enough

Korean Drama '' My Man is Cupid '' is a fantasy romantic comedy.

The concept of the story, though unique, was quite idiotic overall. It wasn't well executed, though the group of fairies offered many funny moments and their chemistry was spot on. A chemistry that, unfortunately, the main couple didn't have. Therefore, their romantic moments were awkward, which was aided by the absorbed behavior of the main female lead who often acted out so strangely towards the main male lead that more often than not baffled him and the audience as well.

Other than that, the mystery case was pretty intense and interesting.

The performances were okay as well.

So, overall, three out of ten.

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Not Good Enough

Korean Drama " Lost " is a moody melodrama about two people finding each other at their lowest.

The drama is indeed moody and had its moments. I especially enjoyed the plot line of the father, which was sweet, emotional, and sad at the same time.

The main story, on the other hand, though it was intriguing at first, as it was interesting to get to find out what happened to the main couple in the past to led them to the situations they are currently in, it was a big let down. It turns out it was more about the vibes than about an actual story, as the plot was moving at a snail's pace and led to nothing.

The performances, though, were really good by the main leads especially, but the rest of the cast did a great job as well.

So, overall, two out of ten.

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Not Good Enough

Korean Drama " Trolley " is a political- family melodrama. It centers around a woman who appears to be the perfect wife and mother, but she hides secrets that are about to come out.

The drama starts out quite intensely, and keeps things that way for some episodes. However, it starts deteriorating soon after, with the rest of the drama being boring and full of tropes. The twists were predictable and the plot kept dragging for no reason. In the end, everything was too messy to be set right smoothly.

At least the performances were enjoyable, especially by the leading lady.

So, overall, three out of ten.

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Not Good Enough

Korean Drama " Poong: The Joseon Psychiatrist Season Two " is the sequel and continuation of the story of Poong and his team.

The drama is more romance focus this time, though there were quite the cheesy moments when it came to the couple.

The comedy was, on the other hand, more enjoyable. Especially the princess was a pretty entertaining character.

As for the mystery, it was okay at first, and offered a few action and suspenseful things, but it got boring.

The performances were, still, great by everyone in the cast.

So, overall, four out of ten.

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Good Enough

Japanese Drama ' Kikazaru koi Niha Riyuu ga Atte ' is a slice of life drama with some romance and an up to date drama. It has a love triangle that spices up the love story and some family drama to make the main character more relatable. The office story was also pretty entertaining.

The love story, first of all, was cute, realistic but had a speedy pace. It starts early on at the beginning of the drama and, even though the couple had chemistry and their romantic scenes were sweet and enjoyable, the love story somehow lacked intensity. The love triangle was just okay. And the side couple was rushed and had few scenes here and there to justify its' progress.

Other than that, the slice of life genre was spot on. It was sweet and felt cozy as well. Plus, the social media theme was well handled. The rest of the plot lines were nicely embedded into the main one.

As for the performances, everyone did a great job and they were all enjoyable.

So, overall, seven out of ten.

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