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Not for the Faint of Heart; Drama You Won't Soon Forget
this drama will always have a special place in my heart. i've finished it hours ago and went to sleep exhausted from all the crying. even now, i keep thinking of it and tears up again which prompted me to write a review, as someone who have been watching countless c-dramas for years and never write a review ever before but this time i feel so empty and need to vent my thoughts. SO PLEASE BARE WITH ME!! this drama will forever live in my head rent-free and piercing through my heart. A TRUE MASTERPIECE IT IS. i respect those who don't like it because this is not everyone's cup of tea. it is so HEAVY and DEEP at the same time that explores themes of mental illness and the impact of war so WATCH WITH YOUR OWN RISK!!
first of all, this drama has broadened my ENTIRE perspective on how the current world is going through right now, causing them to live in fear and anxiety every seconds, not knowing if today is their last day or if tomorrow will come, while we're here with abundant resources and still not satisfied with our own lives. i wanted to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude to all the soldiers out there who endure the hardships of war, facing danger and making immense sacrifices to protect their nation and lives of their citizens. i am so proud of you all.
what left a big scar on my heart is that both main leads have gone through so much. they portrayed their roles SOO WELL. THEY NAILED IT!! EVERYONE IN THE DRAMA!!*applauses* the male lead who desperately wants to help those suffering from war and longs for peace in the world, tragically experiences a deeply traumatic event that leaves him irreparably broken. he was utterly destroyed, haunted by the past. watching him was like reliving the trauma with him, explain how his acting was SUPERB. on the other hand, the female lead also went through a great lengths of pain, highlighting how hard it is for those with mental illness to open up and their fear of being perceived as weak or a disappointment to others. i wish i could give everyone in the world who struggles with mental illness a big tight hug. you all deserve love and support.
back to their love story, this drama really represents a saying goes 'love conquers all' or perhaps more accurately, 'love endures through life and death'. i deeply admire their love story, witnessing how they love each other so profoundly that they would willingly sacrifice themselves for the other. last few episodes show how love meant for them in a way they can't live without each other. if one were to leave, they believe there would be no point in continuing. they went through ups and downs together and always have each other's back. even when one struggles with PTSD and the other with depression, they find solace and comfort in each other's presence. i was MOVED TO TEARS every single times they tried to put a smile on their faces to comfort each others during their shared suffering. it might seem weird to say, but i finally understand that love is not merely about being together. it's a quiet strength that holds u tgt during storm, the selfless act of putting another's needs before our owns, and the unwavering belief that u have in each other. love is so pure yet can make us blind.
as for the OSTs, i have no words. the way they seamlessly blends with the visuals and enhances the storytelling is truly masterful. it's like a hidden layer of meaning, adding depth and emotion to the overall experience. just hearing the music can bring me to tears. ik i might seem overly emotional lol but the OSTs are truly exceptional.
LAST BUT NOT LEAST, i would like to say that after watching countless dramas for several years, THIS IS MY NUMBER ONE drama hands-down. it took me on an emotional rollercoaster throughout all 38 episodes, making me experience a wide range of feelings, from joy and laughter to sorrow and grief. i felt deeply connected to the characters and their journeys. HOWEVER, it also destroyed me emotionally. im so traumatized to the point im still processing the trauma of some of the heavier plot points. BUT EVEN SO, i hope to recover and rewatch it someday.
MY ADVICE FOR THOSE WHO HESITATE TO WATCH: dont let all the reviews weigh u down from picking it up. LISTEN TO UR GUTS. give it a try. if u dont like it, then drop it. dont force urself to love it because this is not everyone's cup of tea. although, i truly hope this drama receives high ratings because it deserves all the attention it gets.
Thanks for sticking with me to the end! i appreciated it.
first of all, this drama has broadened my ENTIRE perspective on how the current world is going through right now, causing them to live in fear and anxiety every seconds, not knowing if today is their last day or if tomorrow will come, while we're here with abundant resources and still not satisfied with our own lives. i wanted to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude to all the soldiers out there who endure the hardships of war, facing danger and making immense sacrifices to protect their nation and lives of their citizens. i am so proud of you all.
what left a big scar on my heart is that both main leads have gone through so much. they portrayed their roles SOO WELL. THEY NAILED IT!! EVERYONE IN THE DRAMA!!*applauses* the male lead who desperately wants to help those suffering from war and longs for peace in the world, tragically experiences a deeply traumatic event that leaves him irreparably broken. he was utterly destroyed, haunted by the past. watching him was like reliving the trauma with him, explain how his acting was SUPERB. on the other hand, the female lead also went through a great lengths of pain, highlighting how hard it is for those with mental illness to open up and their fear of being perceived as weak or a disappointment to others. i wish i could give everyone in the world who struggles with mental illness a big tight hug. you all deserve love and support.
back to their love story, this drama really represents a saying goes 'love conquers all' or perhaps more accurately, 'love endures through life and death'. i deeply admire their love story, witnessing how they love each other so profoundly that they would willingly sacrifice themselves for the other. last few episodes show how love meant for them in a way they can't live without each other. if one were to leave, they believe there would be no point in continuing. they went through ups and downs together and always have each other's back. even when one struggles with PTSD and the other with depression, they find solace and comfort in each other's presence. i was MOVED TO TEARS every single times they tried to put a smile on their faces to comfort each others during their shared suffering. it might seem weird to say, but i finally understand that love is not merely about being together. it's a quiet strength that holds u tgt during storm, the selfless act of putting another's needs before our owns, and the unwavering belief that u have in each other. love is so pure yet can make us blind.
as for the OSTs, i have no words. the way they seamlessly blends with the visuals and enhances the storytelling is truly masterful. it's like a hidden layer of meaning, adding depth and emotion to the overall experience. just hearing the music can bring me to tears. ik i might seem overly emotional lol but the OSTs are truly exceptional.
LAST BUT NOT LEAST, i would like to say that after watching countless dramas for several years, THIS IS MY NUMBER ONE drama hands-down. it took me on an emotional rollercoaster throughout all 38 episodes, making me experience a wide range of feelings, from joy and laughter to sorrow and grief. i felt deeply connected to the characters and their journeys. HOWEVER, it also destroyed me emotionally. im so traumatized to the point im still processing the trauma of some of the heavier plot points. BUT EVEN SO, i hope to recover and rewatch it someday.
MY ADVICE FOR THOSE WHO HESITATE TO WATCH: dont let all the reviews weigh u down from picking it up. LISTEN TO UR GUTS. give it a try. if u dont like it, then drop it. dont force urself to love it because this is not everyone's cup of tea. although, i truly hope this drama receives high ratings because it deserves all the attention it gets.
Thanks for sticking with me to the end! i appreciated it.
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