Melo Movie Review - ZyKuu
"If your life was a movie, what genre would it be" - The story was very endearing. Although it is labeled as a romance, it definitely feels more like a slice of life. It excels in teaching you life lessons regarding touchy subjects such as death, family, and love. One relationship specifically did terrific at displaying the realities of a broken relationship between lovers. The family orientated relationships were the highlights of the show for me as I found them to be saddening but realistic. The cast was great, I loved the main lead Ko-gyeom, I found that his acting was top tier and he was phenomenal at displaying his emotions. The female lead Mubee and other characters such as Ko-jun, Ju-a, and Si-jun did great. The OST was good, and it fit the theme of the show well. This drama is easily bingeable, and if you feel like watching a show that is easygoing and revolves more around family, then this should be right up your alley!Was this review helpful to you?
True Beauty Review - ZyKuu
"Makeup cannot conceal your character" - The story is amazing and does a great job at illustrating the relationships and realistic scenarios a highschool teenager can face. From topics such as career choice, true friendships, and self-confidence, this drama does a fantastic job at labelling these topics and teaching the viewers a valuable lesson. Bullying was a big plot point this drama harped on, and I admired the way the story unfolded whilst solving these problems. Do not be a bully, instead be kind! The cast was beyond incredible. I loved the main leads Ju-gyeong and Su-ho, but surprisingly to me my favourite character throughout this dramas entirety was Seo-jun. I loved his character and morals regardless of any situation. Su-ho and Seo-jun had a bromance throughout the series which was heartwarming to watch. I was really a fan of Ju-gyeongs family especially her siblings. Both siblings served as a comedic relief and had adorable relationships of their own which were unique. Ju-gyeongs friends were also amazing and they were perfect pieces placed around her whilst she was attending school. The OST is incredible! Overall, this was a beautiful drama that I will dearly miss, and I highly recommend you give it a try!Was this review helpful to you?
Crash Landing on You Review - ZyKuu
"A love that transcends law" - The story was written excellently and I found no holes within the plot. Everything made sense and this show did a great job on providing insight upon how both North and South Korea operate and work together when needed. I loved the cast especially the two main leads Se-ri and Jeong-hyeok. Their personalities were polar opposites which resonates with where they are originally from. On screen their partnership and relationship was admirable and they were a perfect pair. I'm happy to know that they are married in real life. Cheol-gang was one of the greatest villains I have ever witnessed as he nailed his role perfectly and he gave off the performance needed to create tension and discomfort within the viewers. The secondary couple Seung-jun and Seo Dan were charismatic leads in their own regards, I enjoyed their relationship and and I found them to be key pieces pertaining to the story. Jeong-hyeok's comrades carried the comedic segments of the drama. Chi-Su, Eun-dong, Ju-meok, and Gwang-beom were amazing together and were very entertaining. All four of them had nothing in common except their pride to defend North Korea and their loyalty to Captain Ri Jeong-Hyeok, which was admirable. The OST was great and the drama contained many songs to fit different themes. Overall, this drama was most definitely a classic, and everyone must watch it!Was this review helpful to you?
Doctor Slump Review - ZyKuu
"Two doctors hit rock bottom simultaneously" - The story highlights a positive way for parents to help care for their children whom are experiencing depression. This show does a great job at highlighting the importance of one's mental health and how you should treat it seriously. Both Ha-neul and Jeong-woo are high school rivals turned doctors. They both ended up relying on each other to climb out the gutter and eventually develop a relationship that blossoms into a romance. Personally, I was not intrigued with their romantic relationship as I feel like the second couple in lead stole the show. Hong-ran and Dae-young had a unique relationship that was heartwarming to watch. Overall I enjoyed the comedy aspects more than the romance. Ha-neul's family was entertaining and the star of the show for me was Ba-da. Ha-neul's younger brother Ba-da was funny in many ways and always lightened up the mood whenever he was on screen. Ha-neul's mother and uncle were both supportive and loving through every step of the way. The OST was great, and I believe that this show could have been reduced in episodes. Overall, this was a good watch and I would recommend this to anyone who is facing mental health issues as I believe it would guide you in the right direction while entertaining you.Was this review helpful to you?
Our Beloved Summer Review - ZyKuu
"A documentary that reunites two exes" - The story was special in it's angled approach, I loved the actors, it was one of the most balanced and talented casts I've seen and I enjoyed everyone's role. Both main leads Choi-ung and Yeon-su were perfect and had great chemistry. I loved their personalities as individuals and relationship dynamic. The second and third couples were interesting in their own regard as they had different dynamics. One critique I have revolves around the relationship between Ji-ung and his mother, as the unexplained animosity did not make sense to me. Besides that, I admired the relationship Choi-ung had with his parents along with Yeon-su and her grandma. The show is funny and excels in the romance department. Overall the acting was superb and the OST was nice. I took my time watching this series and one thing I know for sure is that this show will go down as a classic.Was this review helpful to you?
Summer Strike Review - ZyKuu
"A small village filled with special people" - The story made life feel relatable and taught valuable life lessons along with it. This drama was very entertaining and unpredictable at times. The show successfully incorporated different genres like romance, mystery, and melodrama. The cast was spectacular as I feel that majority of the characters nailed their roles. The main leads Yeo-reum and Dae-bum were a special pairing. Their chemistry was innocent and gentle. Ji-young and Sung-min had an entertaining dynamic, and it felt wholesome to see their bond get stronger over time. The sidecast had a couple standout performances like Geun-ho, Geun-ho's mother, and Bom's father. Bom's father in particular broke me not only once, but twice. I appreciated Bom's family dynamic because it displayed a realistic situation that exists in many households today, thus making a connection with the viewers. The OST is beautiful, it perfectly suited the theme and environment of the show. This show inspires me to live in a village and experience life through a different lense. There was a calming peace in watching the people of Angok go about their daily lives. All in all, this was an amazing show that I recommend everyone to give a try!Was this review helpful to you?
Move to Heaven Review - ZyKuu
"A service provided by a man and his autistic son" - This drama was very powerful! The story was very intriguing as majority of the episodes focused on the stories of the deceased and what led them to their demise. Each episode did it's part in revealing some lore upon our main characters and managed to connect everything together by the end. The cast was the standout for me as I believed that the three main leads nailed their roles. Geu-ru played his role perfectly as he had to become a 20 year old with a developmental condition. Hopefully his role brings the viewers to understand the reality of people who may share the same disorder as Geu-ru. Na-mu is the neighbour everyone would love to have. She is very loving and caring for Geu-ru and worries for him as if he is family. Speaking of family, Sang-gu is the uncle of Geu-ru and he is my favourite character in this drama. To witness his character development from the first to last episode was special. You could tell that as he spent more time with his nephew he grew a fond love for him. There was no OST, but the genre of music used in this drama was classical, and the scenes in which they played the pieces eloquently matched the tone of the moment. This show delivers a unique storyline and contains a stellar cast, which in combination creates an impactful drama everyone should experience.Was this review helpful to you?
Business Proposal Review - ZyKuu
"A blind date turned double life" - I loved this series, every episode is entertaining and light hearted. The story is pretty basic with no depth, but it is easy to follow and I loved the realism portrayed in the story. The cast was perfect, I believe that they carried the show even when the plot wasn't that strong. I found no weakness in any of the cast members as I believe everyone aced their roles. The show has a magnificent blueprint for any romantic comedies to follow. I loved the main lead Ha-ri, she is beautiful! Young-seo was a charismatic character that had her personal issues but she always made the right decision for her future. Tae-moo and Sung-hoon had a brotherly relationship that was wholesome to watch. Both romances displayed were unique and brought a different atmosphere to screen. Ha-ri's family and coworkers were perfect complimentary pieces to put around Ha-ri. Not only did they deliver in their roles but they enhanced the viewing experience, especially in the comedic department. Other than the cast, the OST is magical. Overall, I believe that this drama is a picture perfect romantic comedy, and I recommend this to anyone who loves these genres!Was this review helpful to you?
Bloodhounds Review - ZyKuu
"A brotherhood between two boxers" - This drama outlines two marines that fight side by side to take on the loan sharks at Smile Capital. The story was easy to follow and lacked any plot holes, although it did feel as if some points of the plot were fast forwarded. The fighting scenes were choreographed very well, and the episodes did a wonderful job at ending right at the climax, wanting you to jump right into the next episode.I enjoyed the bond and unity that Gun-woo and Woo-jin shared, even when faced with adversity they always fought together until the very end. The side cast was cool, my favourite being member being Mr. Choi. One nitpick would be the character development, I felt as if the characters from the beginning did not really change in the end. The OST is nonexistent. Overall a good watch, I would recommend this as a great introductory series to anyone who enjoys action.Was this review helpful to you?
Twenty-Five Twenty-One Review - ZyKuu
"A journey about a girl and her fencing career" - The story was well written and accurately depicted the tragedies that the world suffered between 1998 and 2001. Through the lives of the cast, we were able to gain knowledge upon the realities that people may have experiencing during these hard times. This drama was excellent at creating emotional moments as there were a couple touching scenes that brought tears to my eyes. The main lead Hee-do did a great job in her role. Yi-jin played his given role to a tee. The romance between Hee-do and Yi-jin was initially endearing but then later on becomes complicated, demonstrating the harsh realities couples may face. The sidecast was the standout for me. Ji-Woong was the comedic relief of the drama. I enjoyed the dynamic Yu-rim and her family had. I found the relationship between Ji-Woong and Seung-wan heartwarming and innocent. Seung-wan was a character that I did not expect to grow on me as much as she did, but her actions led me to admire her. The OST was amazing! Unfortunately, the ending of the drama was underwhelming. Overall this is a great introduction drama that I recommend for new viewers.Was this review helpful to you?
Queen of Tears Review - ZyKuu
"A marital crisis that rekindles love" - The story does start off slow, so you will need to be patient. The show also contains many plot twists that are unpredictable but there are moments where the plot seems overplayed. Luckily, both leads Hae-in and Hyun-woo demonstrated stellar chemistry and their acting ability carried the show at times. There were many scenes where the two were emotional towards each other and you could feel the intensity as a viewer. Their acting was so powerful that I became teary eyed at times. Eun-seong was one of the greatest villains I ever witnessed as I genuinely hated his character throughout the series. The side cast was amazing and the OST was perfectly selected to fit the mood and genre of this series. The romance was executed perfectly and the scenes in Germany were beautifully captured. This show makes me look forward to getting married one day!Was this review helpful to you?
Twinkling Watermelon Review - ZyKuu
"A teenage boy uncovers his dark past" - Perfection. The story is unique and unpredictable. This show will never fail to disengage you as a viewer due to the astounding plot and crazy twists written within. I loved the origin story between Yi-chan and Chung-ah. Watching how their first interaction blossoms into a romance is heartwarming. The relationship between Eun-gyeol and On Eun-yoo is entertaining, and their chemistry was on point. There were two character relations that stood out to me. One being between Eun-gyeol and Chung-ah, they shared many scenes that were impactful but there was one powerful scene in particular that brought me to tears. The second being between Yi-chan and his grandmother who had such a loveable relationship, and there was one scene specifically that had me crying. Chung-ah was undoubtedly my favourite character in the show as she was absolutely flawless and played her role perfectly! The OST was diverse and delivered a retro vibe that fit the theme of the show which made it astounding. This show has even sparked my curiosity to learn sign language! Beautiful show nonetheless.Was this review helpful to you?
My Dearest Nemesis - ZyKuu
"A Black Dragon's weakness is a Strawberry" - The story was relatively engaging but lacked depth. The plot of the show was lackluster as it followed common tropes and failed to stand out in a unique manner. It may sound harsh but nonetheless it was still entertaining. The main cast was amazing and carried the show, The main couple Baek Su-jeong and Ban Ju-yeon were entertaining but from a romantic standpoint their chemistry was weak. Their chemistry was stronger when they were enemies. The second couple Kim Sin-won and Seo Ha-jin were my favourite couple. Their relationship was realistic, and succeeded in highlighting struggles that couples may be enduring in reality. Su-jeong's family was adorable as they cared about her deeply. Her father was very gentle towards her and always tried to always be there for her. He struggled raising both his kids and carries guilt with him for not being able to support her to his liking. Besides her brother being the comedic relief for me, he had moments where he would express his worry and care for Se-jeong. Ju-yeon's grandmother lore was pretty foolish. The hate she had towards him was unwarranted and seemed unnatural. Chief Kwon was the only adult figure Ju-yeon had and she was always looking out for his well-being which I admired. The OST is good and does a great job at blending in with the emotions of many scenes. Given the length of the show, it was an easy watch and I recommend this show to anyone who is a huge fan of the cast members!Was this review helpful to you?
Weak Hero Class 1 Review - ZyKuu
"An introvert meets school violence" - The storyline was interesting in the first half but was slowly losing me in the second half. I loved his acting I believe it was played to a tee. I also really enjoyed the performances by Soo-ho, Bum- seok, and Seok-dae. I found the rest of the cast pretty mediocre. The OST was nowhere to be heard. My favourite fight scene came from the second episode. Action was engaging and suspenseful. This series was very easy to binge through given that each episode is not long at all. Overall a good show, i'm glad I gave it a shot!Was this review helpful to you?
