I watched The Genius 8 years ago and it is by far THE best reality game show I've ever watched. I am so obsessed with it to the point that I have watched all four seasons at least three times each, even while knowing the outcomes and all the plot twists, it's that good! The Devil's Plan seems to follow the exact same format as The Genius and I'm so damn EXCITED!
I don't think I'll ever be able to properly articulate how absolutely awestruck I am by the beauty of The Eighth Sense. It felt like a beautiful & precious gift. I'm never going to get over it.
Easily one of the best BLs I've ever watched. I love how realistic and organic everything feels. Also, the stunning indie aesthetic and the amazing background score are to die for. However, it's the acting that takes this series to the next level for me. I've rarely seen such solid performances in BL shows. The way the actors convey so much emotion, yet so subtly with just their gazes and body language is a pure treat to watch. It's so convincing that I almost feel like I'm intruding on something very intimate. I can't believe Ji Sub is still a rookie and this is Jun Taek's first acting gig.
This show has consumed me whole and I literally can not stop thinking about it. Kudos to the entire team. The bar is so high you can't even see it anymore!
This was my most anticipated series of the year and glad to say, I thoroughly enjoyed the first episode. At this point, it's apparent that Mew and Gulf feel extremely comfortable in their characters. They are effortless in their portrayal of Tharn and Type, which makes the entire viewing experience so enticing. It goes without saying that their chemistry is off the charts and is definitely one of the biggest strengths of the show. Also, so far I have no qualms about the plot (except for that one tasteless period joke). As for the concerns raised about Tharn still feeling insecure of their relationship after 7 years, I think it's coming from a place of been constantly left behind and heartbroken in the past. In my opinion, he doesn't doubt Type's love for him, but at the same time he knows that Type will be willing to let go of him if that's what he deems best for Tharn's wellbeing. He has done it once in the past, to open Tharn's eyes to Llong's true self and he won't hesitate to do it again if that's what it takes to protect Tharn. I feel like this persistently nags Tharn's conscience despite his best efforts to fully trust Type. Emotional scars like these sometimes might last a lifetime even though you are in a healthy long-term relationship. However, me enjoying the show doesn't mean that there weren't underwhelming aspects to it. For instance, I didn't like the choice of BGM in some scenes, especially intimate ones. S1 had a great background score that really enhanced the emotions that were portrayed on screen. (cue that absolutely beautiful scene in E6 where Type initiates a kiss after playing with Tharn's hair) However in this episode, some music choices just fell flat and did nothing to complement the scenes. Another thing that irked me is the choppy transitions which were off putting at times. I don't know if it's too late at this point to correct any of these problems in the coming episodes, but I sincerely hope they do. I know all of us have so much expectations going into the second season, but I don't think it is as bad as most comments here make it out to be. Then again everyone's entitled to their own opinion and I can't tell you how to feel about a show. All I can do is give my take so you wouldn't completely disregard the show and give it a chance. Let's wait and see how it goes. I think it's too early to decide whether it's a hit or flop just yet.
This article perfectly reflects my own evolution as a K-drama fan. When I first got introduced to this world a decade ago, I was in love with every single drama I watched. (If you want an indication as to how naive and impressionable I was, my favorite drama at the time was Boys Over Flowers and I was head over heals for Lee Min Ho) I was an overly enthusiastic fangirl who considered dropping dramas a crime that should never be committed. But as time progressed, I became less of a fangirl and more of a rational viewer. Over the top plot-lines, drop dead gorgeous actors and flashy sets could no longer hold my interest. I started craving for dramas with flawed yet relatable characters facing realist struggles. Dramas with well constructed plots that brought something new to the table. Furthermore, although unfortunate, I now have the attention span of a chipmunk which makes it hard for me to truly connect with a drama unless it's exactly what I want. So naturally, my list of dropped dramas has become as long as my list of completed dramas. But I have no regrets, because I believe if I'm going to spend 16+ hours of my life watching something, it better be good and enjoyable.
I admit that I'm not a fan of war movies and watched this purely because of Huang Jingyu, Yet, quite unexpectedly this movie managed to completely blow my mind. The sheer intensity of the action sequences kept me constantly on the edge of my seat. Props to the great job by the cast, especially Prince Mak who put forth a surprisingly great performance in spite of being a newcomer. Recommended for anyone who likes fast paced action packed movies.
This show has consumed me whole and I literally can not stop thinking about it. Kudos to the entire team. The bar is so high you can't even see it anymore!
At this point, it's apparent that Mew and Gulf feel extremely comfortable in their characters. They are effortless in their portrayal of Tharn and Type, which makes the entire viewing experience so enticing. It goes without saying that their chemistry is off the charts and is definitely one of the biggest strengths of the show.
Also, so far I have no qualms about the plot (except for that one tasteless period joke). As for the concerns raised about Tharn still feeling insecure of their relationship after 7 years, I think it's coming from a place of been constantly left behind and heartbroken in the past. In my opinion, he doesn't doubt Type's love for him, but at the same time he knows that Type will be willing to let go of him if that's what he deems best for Tharn's wellbeing. He has done it once in the past, to open Tharn's eyes to Llong's true self and he won't hesitate to do it again if that's what it takes to protect Tharn. I feel like this persistently nags Tharn's conscience despite his best efforts to fully trust Type. Emotional scars like these sometimes might last a lifetime even though you are in a healthy long-term relationship.
However, me enjoying the show doesn't mean that there weren't underwhelming aspects to it. For instance, I didn't like the choice of BGM in some scenes, especially intimate ones. S1 had a great background score that really enhanced the emotions that were portrayed on screen. (cue that absolutely beautiful scene in E6 where Type initiates a kiss after playing with Tharn's hair) However in this episode, some music choices just fell flat and did nothing to complement the scenes. Another thing that irked me is the choppy transitions which were off putting at times. I don't know if it's too late at this point to correct any of these problems in the coming episodes, but I sincerely hope they do.
I know all of us have so much expectations going into the second season, but I don't think it is as bad as most comments here make it out to be. Then again everyone's entitled to their own opinion and I can't tell you how to feel about a show. All I can do is give my take so you wouldn't completely disregard the show and give it a chance.
Let's wait and see how it goes. I think it's too early to decide whether it's a hit or flop just yet.