More like Got Bored of You..
Labeled as a romantic comedy, the series falls short of delivering the essential elements that define a romcom. Ironically, the only comedic aspect was enduring the entire series.The series begins with an intriguing setup and some potential for a compelling dynamic between the leads. However, it quickly becomes repetitive, relying on the same trope in nearly every episode: the male lead’s persistent efforts to impress or get closer to the female lead are repeatedly dismissed, even as she secretly admires him. What starts as playfully charming soon grows stale, as the narrative fails to evolve or bring fresh elements to their interactions.
Newly introduced characters, like the male lead’s childhood friend or the female lead’s ex-boyfriend, add little to the story. Instead of deepening the plot, they exist purely to create unnecessary misunderstandings, making the experience even more frustrating.
At some point, I found myself paying more attention to the supporting cast. Despite the weak script and predictable story, their performances managed to inject some unexpected intrigue and humor.
The female lead is portrayed as a strong, independent woman who knows what she wants, a character type with such a great potential. Unfortunately, her portrayal feels overly rigid which makes it difficult to connect with her or even root for her. By the time she finally begins to soften toward the male lead, the chance for genuine emotional investment feels squandered. Similarly, the male lead, despite his seemingly strong demeanor, is overly passive and reactive, which is… frustrating to watch, to say the least.
Its lack of character development, repetitive storytelling and shallow conflicts left me completely disengaged, at least the actors were a feast for the eyes.
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thrilling watch!
Revenge of Others was a solid watch—great acting, a super intriguing story, and nonstop twists that kept things exciting.Only letdown in my opinion was Jae Beom’s split personality arc, which had potential but wasn’t executed that well. So, so much potential gone to waste.
The ending was also a bit disappointing—felt like they didn’t really know what to do after the mystery was solved and just tied up loose ends quickly. Still, it was understandable and overall a good drama that keeps you hooked till the end!
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A total Flop
I don't think I can add anything valuable to the conversation as to why this series is a total flop, better said sh*t from the butt.Regardless, I have to praise the only good thing that came out of this series. Which would be the portrayal of Ryu Shi-O (by Byeon Woo Seok). Absolutely genius and made this nonsensical show a little bit enjoyable [whenever he came on the screen]. It saddens me that it's overshadowed or better said it's being burdened by the rest of the cast [and the story!].
Overall, i'd say this is an absolute pass if you're looking for a good series to watch. But if you want to watch Byeon Woo Seok, i'd suggest looking up cuts if his scenes on YouTube rather than wasting your time with the rest of the series.
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charming rom-com
It definitely was a cute rom-com. I randomly found this through a Netflix recommendation so I didn't have any expectations going into it, but it kept me entertained.What I'm a little disappointed in is that Song-ah was never held accountable for her actions and walked all over Hyun-seung. After the breakup, we didn't see anything about how the main leads were dealing with it; instead, we were rushed to a happy ending with Hyung-seung still being madly in love with Song-ah.
I was pleasantly surprised by the side stories, they were really well thought out.
Overall, I enjoyed the drama and recommend it to anyone who wants an easy watch rom-com.
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Lackluster
Let's just start with Rain. He had his moments, bringing some intensity to his role. He was an eye-candy while you bored yourself with some of the lackluster performance you got handed. Kim Haneul’s performance felt bland, like.. she was just... there. Whatever romance the drama was going for never landed because the lack of chemistry between the leads made it fall flat. Like wow.Kim Yongguk who started as a cheating scumbag and somehow got a redemption arc that had me actually laughing... like what? By the end, they tried to make him seem like a loving husband, which made no sense given his actions. Was he bipolar or did the writers just give up at that point?
On the bright side, the supporting cast did a solid job. The evil mother-in-law was convincingly infuriating, adding the much-needed tension.
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What the hell, sure
Despite a strong premise the show fell apart due to weak storytelling. The mystery, which should have been the core of the drama, was sidelined by an unnecessary romance, taking attention away from Donhyuk, who was the emotional core of the story and the character most connected to the mystery. His arc felt incomplete and unsatisfying, which made the resolution of the entire mystery feel hollow.The pacing of the show was completely off and everything had to be rushed at the end. The climax had no buildup and the antagonist’s downfall lacked any impact. While the cast gave strong performances, the weak script wasted their potential, which makes the drama ultimately forgettable.
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Strong start, rushed ending.
Big Mouth begins with a strong premise and engaging suspense, but several elements weaken the overall impact of the series. The death of the female lead feels unnecessary and does not add to the storyline. Her character was portrayed as intelligent and resilient, playing a key role in moving the "operation" forward. Her death comes across as forced and seems included primarily for shock.After the reveal of Big Mouse’s identity, the momentum of the series declines. Although the storyline remains engaging, the initial drive diminishes and the series increasingly relies on additional plot twists to maintain viewer interest.
The ending is also rushed and overly simplistic, especially given the plotlines developed throughout the series.
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Disappointing
There isn't much to discuss; it would have been better as a 12-episode series. I ended up fast-forwarding through the second half just to finish it. The ending was lackluster, and many storylines were left unresolved or forgotten. The only consistent aspect was the military enlistment of the male leads. It's disappointing because I was genuinely intrigued and enjoyed the first half of the series..
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Unleashing Laughter in the Legal Arena
In summary, while "Legal High" shines in its comedic elements and character growth, it stumbles in delivering a consistently captivating storyline, especially in its ending. The potential of certain character dynamics remains underexplored.The series falls short in delivering a compelling storyline through its legal cases. Despite this, a commendable aspect is the notable growth exhibited by the lead characters throughout the series. Witnessing Jaein's evolution from a rookie lawyer to a competent lawyers adds a commendable layer of depth to the overall narrative, contributing significantly to the series' appeal.
The series maintains viewer engagement through the amusing persona of Taerim and the unfolding friendship with Jaein. However, the narrative falters in the underdeveloped and inconclusive one-sided rivalry between Taerim and Kiseok. Additionally, the underdeveloped romances, particularly the one involving Jaein and Kiseok, are disappointingly redundant and occasionally perplexing. This aspect could have benefited from more nuanced development and exploration, enhancing the overall emotional resonance of the story.
Regrettably, the series concludes on a somewhat disappointing and hurried note, undermining the buildup established in preceding episodes. The main lawsuits fail to captivate, lacking the riveting appeal seen in the smaller cases the characters tackled, resulting in an unsatisfactory ending. A more robust and satisfying conclusion to the main case could have elevated the overall viewing experience.
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captivating highs and occasional lows
The entirety was just a rollercoaster, with captivating highs and occasional lows that make you contemplate skipping ahead.Predictable ending aside, Lee Rang's fate left me wanting more. Despite his character being awful in ghe first part of the show (arguably the entirety until the last two episodes) I still felt the desire to see his character development in the end, especially after the small glimpse we've been already given. The show's strength lies in gripping narratives, but the inconsistent engagement demands effort. Despite occasional drag, its unique blend of supernatural elements and character dynamics makes it a worthwhile me experience.
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Unexpectedly Good
I honestly have to give it up for Unlock My Boss...I genuinely didn't think this series would turn out to be good because I thought the story sounded silly, like you can't blame me on that part. But I gave it a go and it had me captivated, the storyline was unexpectedly good and it was actually interesting.The only bad side about this entire series is the ending, it was rather abrupt and tho the ending was satisfying I wanted to see a little more(?) like you barely saw what happened with Min-a after Hyun-Ho got arrested and her dad returned in a PVA state and she's left only with Soojin at home — or are Insung and Seyeon still living with her? That's something I wanted to see more of and not to mention Inseong and Soyeon's romance. But I guess since the romance is just a side story it's not necessary.
Overall it's a good fantasy/thriller series and I do recommend it.
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