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I feel you. For the first time in a long while, I found a drama that feels genuinely fulfilling. The conversations between the two main characters made me blush with how intimate, vulnerable, silly, and human they are. It’s like sitting down to a full-course meal, knowing the main three dishes are still on their way. Even so, it already feels satisfying especially after binging on all the flashy, empty-calorie dramas I’ve been consuming to an unhealthy degree.

Guys the wait has become so excruciating. 😭😭 How long does it usually take for a single episode with good english transalation to come?

Oguri Shun in RomCom after so long, man. Can't wait... ❤️❤️

I don't know if there will any second season because the webtoon has already ended. But it would be a nice addition indeed if they decided to make a sequel.

This was a great drama overall. I loved the episode where The mc solved tiny problems of their classmates. The baby ghost, the dog bok i and the water ghost were very fun to watch. Ji Ho is a wonderful character his presence brought so much brightness and warmth without anything in return. ❤️❤️
‎ Bong su was interesting but not really as dangerous as claimed by the shaman. But Gyeon U and Yoem Hwa's characterization was so boring and lacked depth. In the last episode I watched their scene at 6x speed.
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Thanks to the comment I have decided to drop it after the 6th episode without any regret.
The name of the Drama is Soulmate yet the soulmate concept is so stupid it made me gag... There are dialougue keep repeating That 'Love is not doing, but what comes right' is just an excuse to cheat on the partner.

Chicago Typewriter is a drama with a strong premise, beautiful visuals, and a talented cast, but it falls flat in execution. Relationships between the characters are underdeveloped, the romance feels superficial, and the supporting characters lack depth. The present-day plot, centered around the male lead’s writing career, moves slowly, with many irrelevant conversations that don’t add to the story. Given all this, it’s hard to understand why people call it underrated.

Study Group was an entertaining watch perfect for when you just want to sit back, relax, and enjoy some impressive visuals and sound design. It’s great for those times when you need a break and just want some lighthearted entertainment. The experience reminded me of watching action-packed anime like One Punch Man, Great Teacher Onizuka, Tokyo Revengers etc - fast-paced, visually exciting, and fun. It also made me realize that not every piece of media needs a deep, intricate plot, dynamic characters, or extensive worldbuilding to be enjoyable. And with just 10 episodes, it’s a great choice for a quick, engaging watch!

Damn, these shows should have tragedy tag. They are adamant on giving us stuffy nose.

I just saw Alex Landi on Doja Cat's Kiss Me More Music Video. No wonder he seemed so familiar when I was watching the drama.

While Hae Jo’s actions in Mr. Plankton are undeniably problematic, they don’t seem framed as romantic or comedic. Instead, the drama uses this jarring moment sets up the narrative as one where the flaws and damage of the characters are exposed and dissected, not swept under the rug. Rather than endorsing his behavior, the drama delves into the consequences of his choices and the emotional fallout for all involved. This complexity pushes viewers to wrestle with uncomfortable questions: How do we empathize with flawed characters?

Unlike conventional romance-focused Kdramas, Mr. Plankton defies tropes, blending genres to reflect life's messiness. Hae Jo’s morally wrong actions are a reflection of his "plankton" existence—drifting and disconnected—meant to provoke thought, not validation.

Yeah it's so wonderful where writers give us a story like this where we can see ourselves and empathize with the flawed characters. It took us out of the black and white thinking pattern and invite us to more introspective.

Very few screenwriter in this drama-land has the ability to masterfully infuse symbolism into their writing like Her. She is truly inspirational. Can't wait for her next project. 💚💚💚

Another One of my favorite series is the famous and critically acclaimed Fleabag, which has gained a massive following. The protagonist, Fleabag, is undeniably a "red flag" character—flawed, self-destructive, and riddled with complicated emotions. But that’s exactly what makes her so compelling. I didn’t watch it because the main character was "cute" or likable. I just wanted something funny, but the show turned into something much deeper—a raw exploration of grief, guilt, and love.
What stands out about Fleabag is that audiences understand her flaws. They see her as a broken yet deeply human character who is still worthy of love, empathy, and understanding. The same applies to Hae Jo too. He’s not some cookie-cutter "green flag" lead. He’s messy, reckless, and burdened with his own pain and insecurities. But that doesn’t make him unworthy of care or appreciation.
This obsession with labeling characters (or even real people) as "red flags" or "green flags" oversimplifies what it means to be human. Are we saying every protagonist must be a perfectly behaved "vanilla green flag" to be relatable or likable? That’s unrealistic.
Real people are an amalgamation of contradictions. My own family and friends, for instance, can be toxic at times—they’ve said or done things that hurt me—but they also love me fiercely and would do anything to support me. That’s what makes them real.
It’s this messy mix of red and green flags that gives depth, beauty, and authenticity to both people and characters. Purely good or bad people are rare in the common crowd. The best stories don’t give us perfect heroes—they give us people we can understand, empathize with, and root for despite their flaws.
"The job of the artist is to ask questions, not answer them." – Anton Chekhov
Stories like Fleabag and Mr. Plankton thrive on exploring humanity’s messy, unanswered questions, rather than offering simple solutions or judgments.
So maybe instead of bashing characters like Hae Jo for being imperfect, we can be more understanding and appreciate the complexity they bring to the story.

Hae Jo and FL from IOTNBO are extremely flawed and complex character who went through a painful journey to grow as a character. Their journey was interesting to viewers because they have a lot of things to learn and improve. In real life not many people actually improve so it's understandable that for some people it can be triggering.

I had a huge discussion with ChatGpt about this. I'm devastated after finishing this series so please rescue me from my misery.

Is it crazy That I'm seeking comfort from the fact that Woo Do Hwan is alive and small part of Hae Jo is still alive within him cause he potrayed the character?

IKR. Her screenwriting is phenomenal. She can make a dead fish cry in happy tears. 😭

Just finished watching it and I'm in shamble. A masterpiece, Heart-wrenchingly delightful, Well written, Directed, acted, shot, edited, stunning OST. None of the drama in 2024 can compete to this !! Hands down.
"So I lied with smile when I let you go"
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Thank god.