An enjoyable drama, something to pass the time. My only beef is... all those CEO's and Executives actually got away with their misdeeds. Only the sister-in-law paid (and rightfully so) for her crimes.
I found "Our Beloved Summer" just as enchanting as its title.
First, I would like to praise the writer, Lee Na-Eun, for a brilliant and in-depth script. In sixteen episodes, we went from the struggles of two seemingly different teen individuals from their past that intermingle with their current lives as adults. Trying to love someone else with barriers; trying to understand another when you don't understand yourself are just a few premises of this tale, and Lee Na-Eun nails them all. She presents a scattered puzzle and puts the pieces together before our eyes, resulting in a much-deserved ending.
Choi Woo-Shik cemented himself as an actor in this series. I have been hooked on him since "Shut Up Family" and have followed him faithfully. He portrayed an excellent romantic lead, and I saw him in a new light. Choi Woo-Shik should have taken the award that year for his role.
The cast complimented this drama, and the support characters seemed natural. From family, friends, and acquaintances, each fulfilled a role that led to the ultimate finale. Some may argue that the end was too calm, but after the lead couple weathering the storm, it ended as it should.
Newcomer Lee Do Hyun was magnificent in his role as young Hong Dae; I can definitely see why he won an award. As for Yoon Sang, there are no words for his performance here. He's so versatile . A perfect 10 ranking for me.
I've seen better zombie/virus dramas, but this one, although as exciting as most, it's pretty solid. However, I was impressed with Park Hyung Sik's acting in this role; he played a mature character with less of a cutesy edge. His onscreen chemistry with Han Hyo Joo was spot on and believable.
The anime was much more emotional and intense. The movie is missing a few characters which lessens the impact of the anime series, but otherwise no complaints. .
I just binged watch this drama . Although I found it cute and funny at the start, it fell off the grid about halfway through. Once I noticed the direction it was taking, I kept watching hoping my assumptions were wrong. Nope!
It's sad that Yoon Jae never got to express his feelings; maybe more focus should have been put there. And the actor who played KKJ, to see him start off so dynamic in the first couple of episodes and then end up comatose and bedridden the rest of the series was just wrong. Please don't get me started on the teacher/student issue, but you could see that Gil Da Ran's character was a bit immature too, so it reluctantly makes sense.
It could have been better as far as the ending, but I can't say I did not enjoy the humor and Gong Yoo's adult body combined with his teen antics was epic.
A great adaptation of the anime series. It appears the appropriate actors were chosen for the animated characters. I felt compassion for Taichi, was swept up in Kana moments, who gives a more artistic side of the game and Kamano's inner struggle. I reveled in Chihaya's competitive spirit and Nishi's optimism.
I cleared all 3 seasons of the anime in one weekend, I got so absorbed, but I think I'll pace myself a bit on the movie version.
This series wins the award for the most confusing drama of the year. The level of stupidity, abuse, and indecisiveness is over-the-top. Not only that, Mr. Manipulator still is respected in the end. Ah... the sacrilege of friendship. Watch only if you like WTF moments in the end.
Nonie gives on helluva review for this drama and she is 'on point'! I'm already on episode 7 and it just keeps getting better.
Jung Geum Ja is, indeed, a breath of fresh air; she's a combination of the best of various strong female leads and I can only applaud her role as the cocky, arrogant, upcoming lawyer in this drama. And yet, it's more than a male/female thing, for me, it's more street smarts, instinct, and native intellect vs. academic reasoning, analytics, and deductive reasoning and that's the appeal.
The Anime is definitely drama material, and I hope someone picks it up.
First, I would like to praise the writer, Lee Na-Eun, for a brilliant and in-depth script. In sixteen episodes, we went from the struggles of two seemingly different teen individuals from their past that intermingle with their current lives as adults. Trying to love someone else with barriers; trying to understand another when you don't understand yourself are just a few premises of this tale, and Lee Na-Eun nails them all. She presents a scattered puzzle and puts the pieces together before our eyes, resulting in a much-deserved ending.
Choi Woo-Shik cemented himself as an actor in this series. I have been hooked on him since "Shut Up Family" and have followed him faithfully. He portrayed an excellent romantic lead, and I saw him in a new light. Choi Woo-Shik should have taken the award that year for his role.
The cast complimented this drama, and the support characters seemed natural. From family, friends, and acquaintances, each fulfilled a role that led to the ultimate finale. Some may argue that the end was too calm, but after the lead couple weathering the storm, it ended as it should.
It's sad that Yoon Jae never got to express his feelings; maybe more focus should have been put there. And the actor who played KKJ, to see him start off so dynamic in the first couple of episodes and then end up comatose and bedridden the rest of the series was just wrong. Please don't get me started on the teacher/student issue, but you could see that Gil Da Ran's character was a bit immature too, so it reluctantly makes sense.
It could have been better as far as the ending, but I can't say I did not enjoy the humor and Gong Yoo's adult body combined with his teen antics was epic.
ChuChu and the Bear are my favorite ship.
Wondering about a 3rd season.
Looking forward to more roles (hopefully main) in other projects.
I cleared all 3 seasons of the anime in one weekend, I got so absorbed, but I think I'll pace myself a bit on the movie version.
Jung Geum Ja is, indeed, a breath of fresh air; she's a combination of the best of various strong female leads and I can only applaud her role as the cocky, arrogant, upcoming lawyer in this drama. And yet, it's more than a male/female thing, for me, it's more street smarts, instinct, and native intellect vs. academic reasoning, analytics, and deductive reasoning and that's the appeal.
Loving this show.