I would have loved this if I watched it back in 2013 when I was less critical as a viewer. This drama was revolutionary for its time, and had a great blend of action, romance and sci-fi which was thriling in parts and rare for an Asian drama. Unfortunately, this remains true even today. But since I am watching it with today's lenses, I can't help but be critical. After watching and loving over a dozen of Kimura Takuya's dramas, I finally found one drama of his that I would say isn't A1. The premise, effects, and action sequences were ambitious, but there were elements that were not fleshed out well enough for an average viewer to understand, repetitiveness, and a lack of concise direction to the plot. Despite that, I just couldn't drop it because I was intrigued by the unpredictability of what would happen next, and how it would end. As with most J dramas, there was a humane-ness to the story that moved me, and there were some interesting characters that kept me engaged. This would have been a stronger drama if it had lesser episodes, and more compact writing and direction. I can't help but feel Kimura Takuya and Shibasaki Kou were wasted in this though they were the best part of the drama. Having said all that, I wouldn't discourage people from giving this a try. It is worth watching.
I am surprised the special has a higher rating than the drama LOL.. It wasn't bad per se, but I was a little disappointed because I was hoping to see more of Taiga and Mio and their bantering..
A light-hearted and fun detective drama led by the charming and dynamic detective-assistant duo of Suzuka Ouji and Matsumoto Honoka. filled with interesting cases, tons of character growth, and introspection into reasons why people lie, and the lines that lie between truths and lies. Their chemistry and support for each other made this such a pleasant and heartwarming journey, and I could definitely do with more seasons of watching them solve cases, and grow old together. Highly highly recommended for all :)
And the point of this story was? People who meet through a dating app are wrong?! Also, they tried to sell it off as a love story in the last episode but where was the love LOL? The leads did nothing but sleep together and they had zero chemistry and compatibility together. The FL was so unlikeable. She refused to communicate and constantly engaged in risky behaviour. She wanted a FWB relationship but acted annoyed and betrayed when the ML did not appear loyal. The ML was way too needy and expected the FL to reply to his messages immediately after sleeping with her once. The ex was abusive and way too obsessed, and FL, as usual, instead of walking away from men like these, walked straight into the lion's den. All I will say is that this was a major time waste with messy writing. This would have done better if they sold it as a crime documentary LOL because it appeared to be one for the first 3 episodes.
"So Baek Ho is a person with a DEADLY SMILE👹, a SOFT VOICE 🤬, and DIVINE VISUALS👤🦠, as though he were…
I KNOW RIGHT BAHAHHAHAHA
Even the first line had me laughing so hard " depicts a refreshing romance between slightly screwed adults." and the last line " and a bit of vulgarity."
Guys I’m on ep 9 and that love triangule between mom and ahjumma is getting so annoying… When does it stops…
Couldn't agree more.. its but obvious that the mum-dad are going to be together in the end, so why so much focus on the love triangle.. they're dragging it out too much.
I started this thinking it would be a love story, but it feels more like a crime documentary based on a true story with a 101 on identifying red flags and risky behaviour. Looking forward to see how everything goes south in the finale..
E1 The FL's friend warned her a few times that the ML is strange and she even suspects that he's the one stalking her.. instead of fleeing like a reasonable person, she walks into the lion's den and becomes his fuck buddy.. WAY TO GO *slow claps* I have a feeling this is gonna end badly for her (regardless of whether the ML is the stalker or not)
This was one of the first few J dramas I watched back in the 90s.. nice to see this continue to receive love even after so many years <3 Time for a rewatch!
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But since I am watching it with today's lenses, I can't help but be critical.
After watching and loving over a dozen of Kimura Takuya's dramas, I finally found one drama of his that I would say isn't A1. The premise, effects, and action sequences were ambitious, but there were elements that were not fleshed out well enough for an average viewer to understand, repetitiveness, and a lack of concise direction to the plot. Despite that, I just couldn't drop it because I was intrigued by the unpredictability of what would happen next, and how it would end. As with most J dramas, there was a humane-ness to the story that moved me, and there were some interesting characters that kept me engaged. This would have been a stronger drama if it had lesser episodes, and more compact writing and direction. I can't help but feel Kimura Takuya and Shibasaki Kou were wasted in this though they were the best part of the drama.
Having said all that, I wouldn't discourage people from giving this a try. It is worth watching.
only for Yoo Ah In.
I hate it.
Satsui no Michinori
Tsuiraku JK to Haijin Kyōshi
Omameda Towako to Sannin no Motootto
Quartet
Highly highly recommended for all :)
btw, if you have seen this, I am curious..
what is so vulgar about the ML?
People who meet through a dating app are wrong?! Also, they tried to sell it off as a love story in the last episode but where was the love LOL? The leads did nothing but sleep together and they had zero chemistry and compatibility together. The FL was so unlikeable. She refused to communicate and constantly engaged in risky behaviour. She wanted a FWB relationship but acted annoyed and betrayed when the ML did not appear loyal. The ML was way too needy and expected the FL to reply to his messages immediately after sleeping with her once. The ex was abusive and way too obsessed, and FL, as usual, instead of walking away from men like these, walked straight into the lion's den.
All I will say is that this was a major time waste with messy writing.
This would have done better if they sold it as a crime documentary LOL because it appeared to be one for the first 3 episodes.
Even the first line had me laughing so hard " depicts a refreshing romance between slightly screwed adults."
and the last line " and a bit of vulgarity."
Also, this drama is million times better than My Lovely Liar.
Looking forward to see how everything goes south in the finale..
The FL's friend warned her a few times that the ML is strange and she even suspects that he's the one stalking her.. instead of fleeing like a reasonable person, she walks into the lion's den and becomes his fuck buddy.. WAY TO GO *slow claps*
I have a feeling this is gonna end badly for her (regardless of whether the ML is the stalker or not)
Time for a rewatch!