Ok, so between two "Evil" shows from 2021, Flower of Evil was definitely the one who touched my heart and kept me at the edge of my seat, whereas sadly, Beyond Evil did not. Dropped after Ep 3, with conclusion that this kind of show just isn't for me - it's too draggy, and after 3 episodes I already had a pretty good idea who the serial killer is. I can see how other people would rate it highly, but for me this isn't it, even though I wish it was.
I wish it was just a few episodes shorter. Also I feel like it would hit even harder if the situations which were portrayed were just a little less repetetive (although I understand that they wanted to get the message across, it was just a bit too much for me and in the end I kinda lost my interest). And I never say that, cause I looove romantic storylines, but the romance between young cops was unnecessary.
Very good show nonetheless! Some of the plots will definitely stick with me. I just complain because there was very little lacking for me to consider it almost perfect.
So... I was initially kinda not into watching this drama, considering all the cliches that jumped out at me from the summary, but I truly need something like this in my life right now. Will definitely be watching when there are a few more episodes. Also, my dear Seol In Ah is starring as the 2nd FL? I'm a Mr. Queen orphan, I'll take whatever I can get from its cast. Super excited!
Just watched You Drive Me Crazy, thank you for the recommendation! It was a very nice watch (although I wasn't a fan of the time skip at the end, but I can look past that)
The biggest unanswered question is - how the hell did Ji Ung manage to make the second documentary interesting when he wasn't even allowed to reveal that they were an ex-couple hahaha
That was the best possible ending I guess. It was ok but a lot of loose ends. CW and YS got a good character development…
As for the communication about why the break up happened, I believe that Yeon Su finally told that to Ung when she came after her grandma was in the hospital. She finally had the courage to admit to him that she's not feeling okay, that she's scared that she will cause another break up. That's why I believe she finally came clean before Ung that day.
But it would be definitely interesting to see the reasons for their other break ups, I mean, there were so many. But I guess we can suppose that they were very young back then and not all that honest with each other. So I was personally satisfied with their ending and I have a feeling that they did talk out all their past differences and are better people now.
I agree about Ung's dad being a bit forced, but I didn't mind all that much. But Ji Ung's character arc was nonexistent. Waste of a character. Feel similar about NJ too, near the end I skipped both of their scenes. But other parts of the show I guess made it still worth for me.
Ung's life is not that miserable as you're making it sound... he's very sucessful and have reached what he wanted,…
Also, it's not like Yeon Su magically healed his sleeping problems. Even though they're together now, he is still not completely stable in that regard as it is a process. So his sleeping habit cannot be only blamed on the breakup and wasn't healed only bc they got back together.
entire time im watching the series i am like : why is the ML's acting so good. like im not saying the others are…
I agree all the way. I watched Parasite a long time ago and don't remember it well, and I haven't seen anything else he's in, and I'm in awe. I just can't take my eyes off him. Especially when he's playing in sad scenes, my heart just breaks for the ML.
This show is everything my drama-slumped ass could ever wish for. I just feel soo good while watching it, I have butterflies all over again. I'm on ep 6 right now, and the only thing I hate is that Netflix in Poland is 4 weeks behind Korea - like I appreciate that we don't get everything after the show airs, as we used to, but what the hell!
Perhaps you mean this in a good way—that Netflix is delivering a solid challenge to the host of traditional…
You have a very good point. I mean, if you read about making of Squid Game for example, it was brought up by the director that no Korean TV wanted to take part in creating that show, only Netflix was interested. What's the harm to Korean economy in creating that show then? I am aware that Netflix's productions can't always brag about their quality (I'm speaking mostly about the non-korean ones), but as long as they work with different creators and bring something new to the table, I can't just complain.
Just like @_Ian_ mentioned, the local economy is supported anyway. And if the show isn't successful, Netflix takes the fall, not the Korean economy. It can be a risk for them too, and the whole situation is not either black or white. Also, big corporations like Samsung (or Korean TV companies for that matter, as I suppose they are not so small either) are well enough on their own, no need to advocate for them. Can you be 100% certain that their revenue goes straight back into Korean economy? The situation is definitely not that easy to portrait.
Wow. I'm shocked at the hate on PMY's acting. I cannot even believe what I'm reading.She has been the main lead…
Yes! I feel like people overlook tha fact that PMY had such a high number of good dramas so far, especially in recent years. Like it isn't easy to build a career that well, especially when the quality of a show rests not only on one person. Also, I don't get why she should somehow legitimize herself by taking roles in other genres - acting is a job, is it so bad to choose the jobs that bring you more joy and satisfaction (as I hope it is in her case)? Life is not about proving yourself to others. Besides, I definitely wouldn't say that all of her roles are the same, and she always gets into the character impeccably.
A very unpopular opinion, as I gather from the reviews and comments. But I hated ML and FL together. I get misunderstandings - he didn't get her pain as the one taking care of the kid, and she didn't know how much he was struggling at work. Blaming him for not being able to see her mother is also shitty. But to see him, time and time again, undermining her self-esteem was just straight up disgusting. Examples from the top of my mind: how he told her that she could not possibly by anyone's first love, to him doubting that Nam Gil fell for her, telling her that short dresses are not appropriate for women her age, then in the past always bitching no matter what she did and ridiculing her. Maybe that's realistic, but for a toxic relationship. No matter how old the relationship, you deserve a partner who believes in you and is always supportive. A lot of their issues were the outcome of not talking, but I still believe they would be better divorced.
The rest of the show is painfully mediocre. What also standed out for me is making a repeated joke of "ugly girls" falling for "attractive guys", and painting it to be SO FUNNY. Meh. The only part I liked is the FL's relationship with her mother, I could relate all the way. In the end, I wouldn't recommend. Go watch 18 again instead, or even better Vip for more realistic depictions of relationships falling apart and getting back together - or not.
Very good show nonetheless! Some of the plots will definitely stick with me. I just complain because there was very little lacking for me to consider it almost perfect.
But it would be definitely interesting to see the reasons for their other break ups, I mean, there were so many. But I guess we can suppose that they were very young back then and not all that honest with each other. So I was personally satisfied with their ending and I have a feeling that they did talk out all their past differences and are better people now.
I agree about Ung's dad being a bit forced, but I didn't mind all that much. But Ji Ung's character arc was nonexistent. Waste of a character. Feel similar about NJ too, near the end I skipped both of their scenes. But other parts of the show I guess made it still worth for me.
The rest of the show is painfully mediocre. What also standed out for me is making a repeated joke of "ugly girls" falling for "attractive guys", and painting it to be SO FUNNY. Meh. The only part I liked is the FL's relationship with her mother, I could relate all the way. In the end, I wouldn't recommend. Go watch 18 again instead, or even better Vip for more realistic depictions of relationships falling apart and getting back together - or not.