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Absolutely A Must-Watch for All
Everyone should watch this drama. A lot of things said will hit you straight in the head, heart and your entire being in a subtle, yet powerful way. This drama is generously peppered with phrases that wowed me. You'll be wowed, too.
This is Life. They kept it as Real (as possible) and that kept me watching till the end. The writer did a great job.
It depicts a lot of, I'd say 'useful' situations at home and at work. Useful for anyone's life in general, maybe now, maybe keep it for reference later. Things happen and this will make coping with the unexpected easier.
A lot of emotional hurt builds up because we feel 'only I alone' have such bad experiences, but this drama opens up to reveal that what you may have believed to be happening to just you is often occurring widespread.
SPOILERS!
Park Bo Young shone as the main actress(es). Not easy to play two roles which are not so outrageously different in personality, but she did a magnificent job. I truly felt I was watching two people playing the twins. Bravo! *standing ovation*
Park Jin Young was the right choice as the gentle, strong Ho Su who makes me anticipate his every sensible and supportive reply. I saw Ho Su's strength and maturity within his calm expressions.
Ryung Kyung Soo played my most favourite character to watch. Han Se Jin is brought to life by this very talented actor. I also love his voice. Superb performance!
Kim Sun Young as the sweet, kind and very polite Bun Hong had me wishing I was her next door neighbour. Shy and often a little too careful with interactions, KSY delivers with the way she talks, walks and looks at others. This seasoned actress so awesomely kept in character every step of the way. Yes, I love her!
Now the drama itself. A good healing series it is.
Many lessons to be learnt. Too many to list, of course. Here's one.
Mi Rae's way of thinking differed from Su Yeon. The office was a quiet hellhole for both. Getting on the lousy side of the bosses was bad enough, but to also be totally ostracised and shunned by their colleagues is really common sense time to just leave.
Su Yeon's resigning from work stopped further stress and saved her from suicide perhaps? Which is what happened to Mi Rae who decided to stay put.
We should not go beyond our limits. Quit if necessary. Try and go on to the next. Like what Se Jin said "If you don't let go, you can't grab on to anything else".
My one gripe with the script.
Four people struggled with depression. Mi Ji, Ho Su and Su Yeon were locked in. Mi Rae tried to commit suicide. None of these four were capable of helping themselves.
Luckily, they did have someone who took action. Mi Ji's mother whacked the door knob, Ho Su's mum barged in, Su Yeon's brother infiltrated the office and Mi Ji saved her twin.
And this is where my 'Real (as possible)' comes in - couldn't the writer have explored other possibilities other than repeating all three locking themselves in? Plus they had saviours who succeeded so easily? Well, in the case of Mi Ji she went out when grandma collapsed, but she miraculously recovered after that? C'mon...
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Now to just share why I so loved watching the character 'Han Se Jin'.
His personality is absolutely delightful and Ryung Kyung Soo played the role with much charm and gusto. He is the rainbow where the rest are getting drenched. He is pure, innocent, cute fun!
Unlike the other characters, this guy has no relatives, no sign of friends (just ex-colleagues), no wife, girlfriend, neighbour or... well, he's just by himself. Only a regret about his grandfather, but no major illness or deep depression, no one depending on him and he's not responsible for anyone either. He's free and easy and very rich (without any airs).
What he has is a great sense of humour, uber optimism and a lot of humility. He is an adult kid, lovable, unpredictable and yes, suddenly he's wearing cool shades standing next to that bright yellow Lamborghini he'd abruptly bought, right smack in the middle of Mi Rae's walk. Like I said, he has oodles of money.
Money that he stopped making to tend to the strawberry farm. He realized, albeit a little late, that people are more important. He didn't crumble with regret. I'm thinking his optimism was what kept him grounded (see if you get this pun of mine). He's overall quite a lucky person to be born with positive qualities, I guess.
That's my review. My first one, in fact. Thanks for reading it all the way to here :}
This is Life. They kept it as Real (as possible) and that kept me watching till the end. The writer did a great job.
It depicts a lot of, I'd say 'useful' situations at home and at work. Useful for anyone's life in general, maybe now, maybe keep it for reference later. Things happen and this will make coping with the unexpected easier.
A lot of emotional hurt builds up because we feel 'only I alone' have such bad experiences, but this drama opens up to reveal that what you may have believed to be happening to just you is often occurring widespread.
SPOILERS!
Park Bo Young shone as the main actress(es). Not easy to play two roles which are not so outrageously different in personality, but she did a magnificent job. I truly felt I was watching two people playing the twins. Bravo! *standing ovation*
Park Jin Young was the right choice as the gentle, strong Ho Su who makes me anticipate his every sensible and supportive reply. I saw Ho Su's strength and maturity within his calm expressions.
Ryung Kyung Soo played my most favourite character to watch. Han Se Jin is brought to life by this very talented actor. I also love his voice. Superb performance!
Kim Sun Young as the sweet, kind and very polite Bun Hong had me wishing I was her next door neighbour. Shy and often a little too careful with interactions, KSY delivers with the way she talks, walks and looks at others. This seasoned actress so awesomely kept in character every step of the way. Yes, I love her!
Now the drama itself. A good healing series it is.
Many lessons to be learnt. Too many to list, of course. Here's one.
Mi Rae's way of thinking differed from Su Yeon. The office was a quiet hellhole for both. Getting on the lousy side of the bosses was bad enough, but to also be totally ostracised and shunned by their colleagues is really common sense time to just leave.
Su Yeon's resigning from work stopped further stress and saved her from suicide perhaps? Which is what happened to Mi Rae who decided to stay put.
We should not go beyond our limits. Quit if necessary. Try and go on to the next. Like what Se Jin said "If you don't let go, you can't grab on to anything else".
My one gripe with the script.
Four people struggled with depression. Mi Ji, Ho Su and Su Yeon were locked in. Mi Rae tried to commit suicide. None of these four were capable of helping themselves.
Luckily, they did have someone who took action. Mi Ji's mother whacked the door knob, Ho Su's mum barged in, Su Yeon's brother infiltrated the office and Mi Ji saved her twin.
And this is where my 'Real (as possible)' comes in - couldn't the writer have explored other possibilities other than repeating all three locking themselves in? Plus they had saviours who succeeded so easily? Well, in the case of Mi Ji she went out when grandma collapsed, but she miraculously recovered after that? C'mon...
*Share, Share*
Now to just share why I so loved watching the character 'Han Se Jin'.
His personality is absolutely delightful and Ryung Kyung Soo played the role with much charm and gusto. He is the rainbow where the rest are getting drenched. He is pure, innocent, cute fun!
Unlike the other characters, this guy has no relatives, no sign of friends (just ex-colleagues), no wife, girlfriend, neighbour or... well, he's just by himself. Only a regret about his grandfather, but no major illness or deep depression, no one depending on him and he's not responsible for anyone either. He's free and easy and very rich (without any airs).
What he has is a great sense of humour, uber optimism and a lot of humility. He is an adult kid, lovable, unpredictable and yes, suddenly he's wearing cool shades standing next to that bright yellow Lamborghini he'd abruptly bought, right smack in the middle of Mi Rae's walk. Like I said, he has oodles of money.
Money that he stopped making to tend to the strawberry farm. He realized, albeit a little late, that people are more important. He didn't crumble with regret. I'm thinking his optimism was what kept him grounded (see if you get this pun of mine). He's overall quite a lucky person to be born with positive qualities, I guess.
That's my review. My first one, in fact. Thanks for reading it all the way to here :}
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