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Not All Good, Not All Bad…
Two gutsy food delivery workers strive to overcome their socioeconomic disadvantages to achieve big goals. Will they find love along the way?Being totally honest, I didn’t care for the FL’s know-it-all character for quite a bit of the show. Imho, she was abusive to those who upset her. If it was a guy constantly hitting/kicking/threatening others like she was they’d be a major red flag, but for some reason it’s cute & endearing when she does it. Um…whaaaa? Hello, double standards! She did mature & grow as the show went on, causing my dislike to slowly dissipate, but I wish they’d removed that part of her personality. She can be strong, independent, & tough without being a bully, I’m just sayin’…
Being the complete opposite, I loved the ML. He’s fearless, driven, & hard working. He doesn’t let his social status determine how he treats others - he’s kind & loyal, treating others with respect & helping those in need. And I loved how his goodness was returned to him by so many people when he hit hard times later in the show. “Do unto others as you’d have them do unto you” is the Golden Rule for a reason! 😉
There are the expected tropes. Annoying love rivals. Work related sabotage. Devious plots. Familial drama. Mysterious pasts. And two Leads who form an unbreakable bond through it all that helps them both heal from the trauma of their pasts. ❤️🩹
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- First(real)Kiss : ep.12💋
- Together : ep.9/13 👩🏻❤️👨🏻
- BreakUp: Nope 💖
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Such an Unexpected Delight!
The lives of two polar opposite students collide as one desperately seeks answers to a mysterious person’s identity & the other works to keep his school club afloat.The FL’s the most popular girl in school. Famously aloof, almost the whole school follows every post of this social media star. But now someone is threatening to expose her secrets & she’s doing whatever it takes to protect the facade she’s carefully constructed to protect herself.
The ML’s the head of the broadcasting club. He doesn’t care for social media so when the FL seeks his assistance, he’s unwilling to cater to her simply because she’s popular. If she wants answers to the questions she’s asking, he requires her to become a club member & do the work just like everyone else.
Okay - I love this mini drama. And I don’t want to say a lot for fear of giving too much away, so just go watch it. It has a really good message about not judging people off of rumors & hearsay; how everyone has a story to tell; that bu!lying is a very serious matter that wreaks havoc on people’s lives; & that having just one person who believes in you can give you the courage needed to face a scary future. And writing this short review just makes me want to go watch this wonderful gem all over again! 🩵🩵
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- First(real)Kiss : 🙅🏻♀️💋
- Together : ep.7 👩🏻❤️👨🏻
- BreakUp: Nope 💖
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Cute & Cheesy, but Still Sweet
The FL has a secret - if she kisses a man, she’ll turn into a dog! To break the curse she’ll have to share another kiss with him while she’s in canine form. Things get messy when a drunken mistake has her kissing her coworker who seems to dislike her instead of her crush.But this ML also has a secret - due to a traumatic incident, he’s deathly afraid of dogs. So not only does she need to win him over, she also has to help him overcome his fear or she’ll be stuck as a dog forever!
This is a fun & easy watch. The past life snippets add some angst until it’s all revealed, then there’s tension over whether the Leads can save both her family & their love. It adds some drama to a humorous & sweet love story.
The Leads are adorable together. He liked her at first sight which is such a sweet scene when it’s shown. And while her feelings don’t come until later, they’re no less genuine than his. I loved seeing their friendship develop & their bond deepen. His obvious affection for her makes me swoon. His care for & protection of her, even when he learns her secret, is perfection. He’s such a green flag! 💚
Their chemistry is aces. I absolutely loved watching the curse get broken. And all the many kisses that came after…🔥🫠 They’re total couple goals with the way they choose each other, appreciate one another, & each cherish their love. 🫶🏻
The secondary characters brought a lot of heart & humor to the scenes as well. Big fan of the ML’s nephew - his bond with Leads is so cute. 🙃
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- First(real)Kiss : ep.8 💋
- Together : ep.8 👩🏻❤️👨🏻
- BreakUp : ep.11 (memory erased) 💔
- BackTogether : ep.13 ❤️🩹
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Sweet & Super Cheesy
Once a legend in the mob world, the ML is now a CEO whose company offers a fresh start to ex-convicts. His past, however, doesn’t want to let him go.
Inspired by her childhood friend, the FL is a content creator for children. She’s trying to make her young viewers happy with no strings attached, which can lead to conflict with her employers.
After many embarrassing, comical, & painful misunderstandings between the Leads, they form a friendship & gain an understanding of one another. The bond they once shared as children is just as firm when they’re reunited as adults.
This was much more fluffy & cutesy than I was expecting. A bit OTT at times for me, but you may think differently. It’s not that I didn’t like the characters, they just acted more innocent & naive than I would’ve liked given their ages/life history.
The quirky crew of former mobsters bring lots of comedy to the screen. The second couple is adorable. Finding out everyone’s pasts that lead to their present lifestyle choices is good to see.
And the Leads are great people. The ML’s protectiveness for his crew & overall caring nature are swoon worthy. And his voice… 🫠! The FL is very strong & kindhearted, accepting the guys warmly despite their pasts.
Together they’re so sweet. Their interactions are like those of young teens discovering the first taste of love. Their connection is true & their bond deep. They’ve only ever had eyes for each other & seeing how that plays out with the wanna-be love rivals is satisfying. They’re a couple who faces a lot together so they deserve the HEA they fight to obtain 🩵
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- First(real)Kiss : ep.10 💋
- Together : ep.10 👩🏻❤️👨🏻
- BreakUp : Nope 💝
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A Really Good Crime Drama!
A genius criminal profiler receives an email that prompts his return to Korea. A killer is leaving him clues related to an escaped criminal who killed his dad & kidnapped his brother. The whole unfolding of their story, the reconnecting of the brothers, all the twists & discoveries that follow… wow. It’s a heartbreaking & bittersweet reunion because of that darn villain who just needs a good punch.The FL is an elite detective who encounters the ML at the crime scene. She recognizes him from their childhood, but he doesn’t remember her. While I liked her overall, she did make some choices that had me going, “uhhh…I thought you were supposed to be super smart?!” For the most part, though, I enjoyed her brand of crazy, haha.
When they team up, can they untangle the mystery surrounding their fathers deaths? Will they untangle the identities of those around them in time? With all the mystery & chaos around them, will the Leads’ love have a chance to bloom…?
If you like mystery with a hint of romance, I recommend this. The cast did a great job sucking me in. I wanted to - 1) hug the brothers for all the pain they endured, 2) annihilate the villain for the trauma he caused with his warped thinking, & 3) high-five the team for not giving up.
And of course, I was so happy to watch the Leads’ connection grow & see those glimpses into what they could be… 😍
IMHO, this has a good pacing over everything coming to light & being resolved. Some aspects are very known, while other parts take a bit longer to figure out. I think all the cast did really good in their roles - I loved & hated who I was meant to, but I also felt empathy for some of the baddies which doesn’t always happen. So kudos to the writers, directors, & cast for making that happen 👍🏻
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- First(real)Kiss : ep.10💋
- Together : ep.16 👩🏻❤️👨🏻
- BreakUp: Nope 💖
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Didn’t Love, Didn’t Hate
A centuries old Gumiho & an urban myth tv show producer. He’s policing unruly supernatural beings while looking for the reincarnation of his first love. She’s searching for the truth of her parents’ disappearance years ago & suspects he might be connected to the mystery. As their lives collide & truths are slowly revealed, will they finally get their HEA?I watched this years ago & wasn’t really a fan due to the ending of one of the main characters (which I won’t spoil here, iykyk!), but I gave it another watch recently & while I still dislike that part, I enjoyed the show overall the second time through.
It’s a well done story with good pacing + a cast who plays their roles well. The complicated bromance draws you in & the star crossed lovers aspect holds you. The mysteries, both past & present, keep you guessing a bit & add some angst/tension.
And the Leads. Ooh. The Leads have very good chemistry, yummm… 🔥🫠 I enjoyed their transition from suspicious “enemies”, to cautious partners, to tentative friends, to BOOM - “I’d let the world burn for you” lovers. 🫶🏻 I’m glad that, once the mystery of the past was unraveled & both Leads were aware of their history, that any drama between them was done. They were 100% solid & devoted to one another, despite the obstacles between them. They had some big stuff to overcome, but they never hesitated or faltered in their choice to be together.
So while it’s not my favorite drama, it’s still a very good drama that’s worth watching.
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- First(real)Kiss : ep.4(past),5(present) 💋
- Together : ep.9 👩🏻❤️👨🏻
- BreakUp: Nope 💖
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Vengeance & Justice are Here!
He’s doing it for the money; she’s out for revenge. Having vastly different motivations, can this duo find common ground?The ML is a red flag type at first by sacrificing his morals for dollars. He’s an ace in his field, but he’s only using his brains for selfish ambitions. As the drama unfolds, we learn more of what caused him to “turn dark”. He has a tremendous amount of character growth by the end after he’s faced with the reality of how much his disregard for justice hurt innocent people. When some truths come to light, he has to choose whether to continue on his path or to use his brains for good & make amends. Thankfully, with the FL’s help, he chooses wisely this time.
The FL is a mystery at first, intriguing & attention grabbing. We know there’s more to her story of why she joined his team & why she’s trying so hard to steer him back to the right path. As her history & motives are revealed, I liked her more & more. She’s a total baddie in the best, most righteous way.🔥
The Leads have great chemistry, despite their romantic portion not culminating until the end. Their bond was a delight to watch form & deepen as they worked together to bring down some truly heinous & twisted villains. I recommend this for anyone who’s a fan of the genre. 👍🏻
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Don’t Miss Out on This Story!
When a veteran insurance investigator who lost his wife & son in a tragic plane crash crosses paths with the younger brother of the co-pilot believed to have purposefully caused the accident, will their animosity get in the way of discovering the truth of what really happened on that awful day?One is a former detective who now leads his own private investigation team - Mad Dog. And one is a genius former swindler who’s always worked alone. Can they learn to work together?
Honestly, I really enjoyed this thriller/crime drama. It has great pacing & the twists just keep on coming. The cast all did an amazing job bringing their characters to life. The heroes are so easy to love that their pains & triumphs felt like my own. And the villains are so easy to hate that seeing them brought down is oh so very satisfying.
The friendship & bond of the Mad Dog team is wonderful. I loved all their interactions & the ways they protect one another. And I really loved watching as the hate & animosity between the team & our lone man gradually dissipated & became a deep level of trust & friendship. While the show does have a heavy message, the team’s interactions bring light in all the dark & make you smile despite the topic. Which is a great lesson for life - no matter how dark it is, there’s always light to be found…
When Min Joon calls Kang Woo “Hyung” in that last scene? Serious heart-melting moment (iykyk)!!! 🫠🫠
Also, the interactions between Min Joon & Ha Ri are such a delight, but don’t watch this for a romance story ‘cause that’s not the dramas focus. But definitely still watch it because it’s such a great show!
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A Gem of a Medical Drama
An arrogant, genius doctor of anesthesiology + a sweet & warm-hearted resident in his department. These two talented doctors work to help patients with mysterious pain that others have failed to diagnose.As they put aside their differences to treat these people, can they also help each other heal from their pasts? Will their bond survive the trials headed their way?
And will they ever agree on an answer to the burning question - how far should you go to save a life?
Wow. I loved this. Like, absolutely loved it. As a chronic patient myself who has spent my whole life being seen by doctors who don’t really SEE me, it was heart warming to watch this team refuse to give up on any person. I so enjoyed watching them fight to find a reason behind their pain, as well as determining a treatment to cure/manage it. Well done, writers!
The Leads have amazing chemistry. From their first meeting in prison {yes, prison😳} to their hard-fought for happy ending, I loved witnessing them fall in love. They’re adults who act their age, both professionally & in their personal lives. They have a mature relationship that’s appropriate for people their age (I dislike when adults in dramas behave like preteens when it comes to their romantic lives. 🤦🏻♀️) Their interactions are enticing; their perseverance, inspiring. And their love story is one I’ll remember for years to come.
The plot & pacing are both well done. I don’t want to say too much as to avoid any spoilers regarding the storyline. The secondary characters are fun & complex, beautifully portraying that everyone has a story.
I definitely recommend this if you’re a fan of the medical drama genre. You’ll swoon, happy sigh, & cheer them on as you feel all the feels (at least, that’s what I did) 💕
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- First(real)Kiss : ep.6 💋
- Together : ep.8 👩🏻❤️👨🏻
- BreakUp : ep.16 💔
- BackTogether : ep.16 ❤️🩹
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A Pure & Sweet Love Story
I really enjoyed this series. It’s a very simple, sweet love story that’s free of any drama-trauma. While there are a few toxic characters I actually ended up being thankful for their presence simply because I thoroughly enjoyed watching the Leads handle each of them so satisfyingly. 🙌🏻The Leads meet & fall for each other in high school but, due to circumstances beyond either of their control, they’re separated before either can confess. Which is disappointing because they had such a cute dynamic - the tutoring aspect added such a great layer to their bond.
Move forward to their college days & they’re reunited. The ML is there to win her back, but she isn’t quite ready to forgive him for disappearing on her so suddenly before, nor for not giving her any warning that he’d be attending the same university as her. So, needless to say, the ML has his work cut out for him to get back in her good graces. He’s crazy about her, though, so he’s not deterred by the effort required to get her to agree to be his. He’s super motivated, both in his pursuit of her & in his studies. He has goals & dreams that he’s determined to achieve. He’s not afraid of hard work, nor does he expect a free ride. He’ll earn everything he gets, one step at a time. He’s honest, loyal, & totally green 💚
The FL is a perfect partner for him. She’s smart, kind, & beautiful. She’s innocent but not stupid, sweet but not annoying. She doesn’t set out to make waves, but she will stand up for herself when others wrong her. She’s a very admirable character who doesn’t let anyone mistreat, manipulate, or bully her. And though she’s leery of getting her heart broken by the ML again, he’s still the only one she has eyes for. She genuinely wants him to succeed in earning her trust back, even if she doesn’t show it. She doesn’t give other’s a real chance to sway her because her heart has always been his. He’s the one she wants to be with, she just needs him to prove his words first. And prove them he does. 💜
They’re such a solid duo that watching them was totally angst free ‘cause they’re a couple that simply made me believe they would always hold tight to one another. Thankfully, they didn’t let me down! When love rivals came along, they were both very clear & firm in rejecting them. They never allowed time for misunderstandings to grow, always making sure to communicate with one another when a potential threat to their relationship arose. And when parental approval seems impossible (I seriously wanted to smack the FL’s mom a few times…😡), they stay positive that it will all work out. They’ll accept nothing else.
If you’re looking for a show about young adults falling in love & pursuing their dreams together that won’t leave you tense from unnecessary drama, I highly recommend giving this a shot. 👍🏻
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- First(real)Kiss : ep.6 💋
- Together : ep.12 👩🏻❤️👨🏻
- BreakUp : Nope 💍
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Hearts on Ice :)
A figure skater & a short-track speed skater clash in this youthful drama about the heart & commitment needed to successfully chase your dreams, no matter the obstacles in your way.**As a disclaimer, I cannot attest to the authenticity or accuracy of the sport knowledge portrayed in this drama. The only contact I’ve had with either sport has been through the television screen 🤪**
I enjoyed this drama for the most part, though the misunderstanding between the Leads, as well the annoying love rivals, lessened my enjoyment a bit. If I keep in mind that they’re still young & figuring themselves out it does help me not get so annoyed with them all, haha.
I liked that the duo had all the trope-y drama early on so that when they finally started dating, they had gotten that all out of the way. Once they became a couple, they were a solid & steady duo. They didn’t let anything come between them - not their teammates, not their schedules, & definitely not their mama’s drama (iykyk). They stayed together without hesitation, which is something I always love (I despise breakups!) They always had each other’s back, whether in their personal lives or in competitions. They encouraged each other through every set back & cheered each other on at every match. They were one another’s biggest fan & they were never afraid to show it.
This is a fairly easy watch that doesn’t require much thinking. You can just let the actors do their thing & enjoy the results of a good show about learning who you are, being confident in yourself, & chasing your dreams with all you’ve got. 🩵
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- First(real)Kiss : ep.22 💋
- Together : ep.22 👩🏻❤️👨🏻
- BreakUp : Nope 💝
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Historical Humor & Heart
Their story starts with a marriage selection that the FL is determined to fail, but surprisingly gets chosen for instead…The ML is the least favored sixth son of ten (?) royal heirs, relegated to menial tasks due to his poor health, while the FL is an unassuming girl with no status who just longs to return home and lead a quiet life with her family. Being forced into a political marriage isn’t the easiest beginning to their relationship, but with time, might this duo come to realize their arranged marriage is a blessing in disguise? Can they defy the odds and find a love that transforms their lives?
Because this is a longer drama with 40eps, you can expect to see lots of filler scenes and side stories. This isn’t meant to deter you from watching it, however, as each character adds to the fullness of the story. I’m merely warning you ahead of time that the episodes don’t always show a lot of interaction between the two main leads (but no worries, they still get lots of screen time.)
If you like historical dramas with
- familial scheming
- brotherly love
- hidden agendas
- loyal servants
- wives and concubines
- delulu girls
- “court politics”
- protective men
- justice being served
- beautiful sismances
+ more, then I say give this show a watch.
The Leads are both great people. I love that, from their first interaction, the ML only has eyes for the FL. Not so much in an insta-love kind of way, but she intrigues him like no other ever has. The things that she’s constantly getting berated for are the very parts of her personality that he enjoys most. And he’s never afraid to defend her and protect her against those who seek to put her in her place. He always keeps her in mind with every decision he makes. And though some things are out of his control and he has to do things he doesn’t like (iykyk), he still does his utmost to care for and protect her from the potential pain it will cause. He’s a total green flag! He never wants to use foul means in his schemes for recognition, nor is his goal to hurt his brothers. In all his attempts to make a name for himself and achieve some power, he’s never malicious or unkind. He’s genuinely good and trustworthy. He’s hidden his talents and downplayed his smarts for year - now’s his time to shine!
The FL is so cute and sunny, but not in a TSTL or annoying way. She’s innocent, but not dumb; naive, but not clueless. She’s uneducated in the ways that are important for an official’s wife, but that doesn’t mean she’s not smart. Her strengths simply lie in other areas. And I’m so glad that we get to see her blossom under the protection and nurture of the ML. He never tries to hold her back, but rather wants to offer her the sky to soar in. And soar she does… She works hard to be “worthy” of the title and position of his legal wife (which, side note: she’s married off to him as a concubine because her status doesn’t earn her the position of his true wife.) She matures and grows, but never loses herself along the way - she stays true to her beliefs and morals, no matter what difficulties arise. She’s a constant source of strength and encouragement to everyone around her, bringing smiles to their faces and ease to their hearts.
And speaking of being his “side wife”, I don’t want to give any spoilers, but I will just say DON’T PANIC when the ML’s parents force him into another marriage. It’s all going to be okay and, honestly, this show has the best plot line for this portion of the drama. So don’t let that trope keep you from watching this - the trio are aces together! 🙌🏻
The Leads are honestly such a good duo throughout the whole drama. I wish we’d gotten more of them being them without all the surrounding drama, but alas, that’s not how these shows typically go, haha. Their bond of friendship and love was so strong and pure. I really liked when they celebrated the things that set each other apart from what their society deemed acceptable/proper. They were always encouraging one another to follow their hearts rather than allowing the constraints of the rules to break them. They supported each other’s endeavors and defended the other against any slander/malicious attacks. They were loyal, steady, honest, and true. I’m definitely glad I took the time needed to watch their story unfold.
This is filled with both humor and heart. Not only do they have a beautiful relationship with each other, but they share great friendships with others as well:
-The FL formed tight bonds with her husband’s legal wife, the second and third female leads, and the Solar Term Ladies (the name of the third lord’s wife and SIXTEEN concubines!! 🤯).
-The ML had a great relationship with his fifth brother, then later with his third as well.
-They both had super cute and humorous friendships with their closest servants.
-Their servants formed tight friendships too.
So, yes, there’s a lot going on and sure, some scenes could’ve been cut/shortened to make it less episodes but I still enjoyed this drama and recommend it to those who enjoy their historical dramas a bit on the lighter side.
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- First(real)Kiss : ep.8💋
- Together : ep.21 👩🏻❤️👨🏻
- BreakUp : Nope 💖
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Cute & Easy Watch
If you’re wanting a fairly easy watch that you don’t have to invest a lot of brain power into, I say give this drama a try.Despite the toxic love rivals/ coworkers & all the drama they insist on stirring up, I still enjoyed this show. It’s a sweet love story between a top idol in the wold of dubbing who keeps his identity a secret from the public + the fan who’s inspired to chase her dreams because of him. Through the randomness of life that often happens, the FL ends up working for the ML, thus starting their journey to their well-deserved HEA. 💕
I have no knowledge beyond what I’ve learned in dramas when it comes to the world of dubbing, so I can’t speak for the accuracy of that aspect of this drama. I do know that watching this furthered my fascination with the people who do the dubbing IRL. Honestly, before watching Asian dramas, I had no idea dubbing even existed for tv shows/movies. The thought just never entered my mind. I knew it was done for video games & the like, obviously. But it truly never occurred to me that it also plays a huge role in the things I watch.
Anyways, I found this to be a cute, fluffy story that I like to rewatch once in a while to see the Leads fall in love all over again. As mentioned above, the love rivals bring some annoying drama to the scenes, especially the female. She’s hecka toxic & delusional. I’ll never, ever, EVER understand people like her who can do such despicable things while calling themselves a friend & professing to love someone. That’s. Not. Love!
Okay, sorry, moving on….
The Leads are super cute together. They have immediate chemistry, but the ML’s hidden identity adds some issues between them once the FL discovers the truth (which happens early on, fyi.) I appreciated that they didn’t draw that trope out too long so that the couple didn’t have a huge break up later down the road. After they get past that bump, there’s one more that does cause them to split but it’s resolved in the very next episode & then they’re 100% solid from there on out (see spoilers below for more info on that). Thank goodness, that’s how I prefer my shows to go. 🤗
The secondary couple is a bit… odd. I didn’t dislike them, per se, but I also wasn’t real invested in their story. They weren’t a nuisance, but I also would’ve enjoyed the drama just as much without them.
The Leads have a lot of cute & memorable scenes that I enjoy rewatching from time to time. They’re just one of those easy couples that aren’t ashamed to show their affection so we don’t have to watch fish kisses or a level of awkward shyness better fit for a preteen to experience, not a fully gown adult. 🤪 From their roles as coworkers to their romantic relationship, this duo acts their age & responds accordingly in whatever the situation may be.
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- First(real)Kiss : ep.9💋
- Together : ep.9 👩🏻❤️👨🏻
- BreakUp : ep.10 💔
- BackTogether : ep.11❤️🩹
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Cherish Your Youth
I held off on watching this drama for quite awhile due to the simple fact that I’m not a fan of love triangles, which this show very much has. I kept seeing snippets of it via social media, though, so I finally caved & pushed play. And while the triangle definitely lowered my rating some, I’m still glad I watched it because I ended up enjoying it more than I expected to.It tells the story of a quirky college freshman who has no time for extracurricular activities/clubs because she’s solely focused on making money to support herself + her mother & younger brother. So she initially turns down her bestie’s request to join the university cheerleading squad, but when she’s bribed with money if she joins, she quickly signs up. The catch? She must keep it a secret that she’s being paid. She thinks it’ll be easy money… then she officially meets the captain (whom she’s already had some not-so-good encounters with). He’s more serious & mature than her, so their personalities constantly clash. Not to mention that he’s very passionate about the squad, while she’s only in it for as long as it takes to get paid. So the viewers are left with an all too familiar question of: will this duo resolve their issues & misunderstandings so they can have a happy ending or are they destined to be each other’s college-love regret?
As the story plays out it presents the viewers with lots of different things. It has some truly hilarious parts that left me giggling at the chaotic cast. It also had heartwarming moments that remind you how beautiful & precious life is. There are realistically sad moments too that caused my heart to hurt a bit for the characters’ pain. They experience both losses & wins throughout. The plot has enough secrets & mysteries to keep you invested in seeing how it all finally plays out. There are villains & there are heroes, each with a story to tell. We witness the characters’ trauma & how they grow. There’s life-long friends & the birth of new friendships. There’s the angst & excitement of many new loves.
And there’s the underlying message about choosing to chase your dreams no matter the obstacles & not wasting your youth since you only get to live it for a short time.
Now, for the main trio.
- The FL: I found her to be quite unique. I feel like generally girls with her personality & brand of crazy are relegated to side-character status, so it was refreshing to see such a quirky girl as the lead female. I quite enjoyed her as she was a strong young woman who didn’t let others push her around. How she handled her ex? Ha - you go, girl! She was determined to provide a better life for her family so she willingly sacrificed her own happiness to help them, which is both admirable & heartbreaking to watch. She did take this to the extreme & was quite controlling/bossy to both her mother & brother, but her reasoning is later explained & then you just want to give the poor girl a hug. She wasn’t afraid to stand up for herself, nor to work hard for what she wanted. And while she didn’t enjoy hurting people, she didn’t allow their feelings to manipulate her into doing things she was truly against. Yeah, she frustrated me at times with the triangle drama, but overall I found her to be relatable in her flaws & commendable in her strengths.. 🫶🏻
- The ML: I know some may think differently, but he’s totally green, IMHO. Yes, his hesitation in confessing is frustrating & makes him seem a bit flaky, but when you take into account why he was hesitant, it’s kinda admirable (even while still annoying). He truly wished to protect the FL so he wanted to keep his distance until the danger surrounding the squad could be resolved. I was so happy when he finally allowed himself to follow his heart despite the risks, because he was so good for her. I know he screwed up & reacted poorly towards her a couple times, but again, take into account the why behind his reactions & it all makes sense. PLUS he took responsibility & apologized for messing up, which takes a lot of maturity to do. He was also super cool in his refusal to let her “take the heat” for dating him, her captain, when that camera crew was around. And one of parts that made me absolutely love him is how he handled their “break up”. Honestly, he’s total aces in my book for that (iykyk). 🫠
- The SML: look, I’m just going to be straight up honest here & say that I don’t at all understand the obsession with this character. To me, he’s a total red flag. He’s a very selfish & self-centered guy. (FL’s brother says it best with his response when the SML tries using him to get closer to her. I was totally cheering for the brother in that scene!) For the majority of the drama he’s very obsessive & manipulative, one of the love-rival types who’s just seriously annoying to me. He doesn’t care about the FL’s lack of interest in him or how his actions affect her. After the FL again rejected him, he started dating out of spite which is super unfair to his new gf. That does not say “good guy” to me. Yes, he had his moments where you could see his potential to be better, but he almost always ruined it with his usual immaturity. Until the last episodes, everything he did was selfishly motivated so sorry, not sorry, I just didn’t like him. 🚩
As for the rest of the squad, I’m glad we got to delve into each of their stories a bit. It helped them seem more like real people, rather than just filler side-characters. It also is a great reminder that every single person has a story of their own to tell. While we’re the MC’s of our own life stories, we’re just the side-characters in someone else’s, while they get the MC role. It’s important to remember that the world does not, in fact, revolve around us & our individual lives. 😉
Also, the moms were a total bonus. It was fun to watch them reconnect & navigate through their rivalry, history, & all it brought with it. They were such opposites as parents, but they both unashamedly & completely loved their children. They had their good points & their bad points which just shows that mothers are human too.
One last thing I’ll mention - I have no idea why they’re called a Cheerleading Squad. Maybe it’s just lost in translation? In my country, they’d be labeled a dance team. Which honestly is no big deal & doesn’t take away from the plot at all, I simply mention it because I was really confused in the first several episodes while I waited for them to do some actual cheering. Or at least some stunts in their routines like I expect cheerleaders to do. But there’s absolutely none of that so I’m just throwing that out there so you don’t go in with those same expectations as I did, haha.
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The things I always want to know 😏😉…
- First(real)Kiss : ep.11💋
- Together : ep.12 👩🏻❤️👨🏻
- BreakUp : ep.14 💔
- BackTogether : ep.15❤️🩹
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Fight for Justice w/ Heart & Humor
A “gangster lawyer” who doesn’t trust the law & isn’t adverse to using his fists + a young lawyer that believes the law is sacred who got her license suspended for hitting a judge. Together, can these unlikely allies bring down the most powerful people in the city?This is such a stellar drama, imo. The story flows well without any major plot holes or inconsistencies to confuse/irritate the viewers. The pacing is also well executed - things keep moving right along without a lot of unnecessary filler scenes. I think all of the cast did really well, both the good guys & the villains were very believable in their roles. And, of course, the Leads did fantastic!
I know romance wasn’t the focus of the drama, but their chemistry is so good that their love story couldn’t not be a focus, ya know? I love when that happens!
The ML’s protection of the FL made me swoon so many times. I mean… gah, this man! When the baddies kidnapped her for ransom & he rescued her? Swoon. That scene when she’s being held at knife point & he grabs it with his bare hand? Swoon! The whole backstory of why he sought her out (in essence making his whole life about protecting her)? SWOON!!! Seriously, I loved the whole revenge plot & watching them go up against the corrupt officials & slowly unravel their web of deceit, but I totally adore this drama because of the Leads’ relationship. 🫠🫠
Don’t think the FL is some damsel in distress type, though, because she most definitely is not! Girl knows how to stand on her own two feet & take on the villains too, it’s just that she’s not trained in fighting like the ML is. Her strength shines through in her ability to overcome all the shocking truths thrown her way & continue to fight for justice against all odds. She has some serious girl-crush moments for me. Her foundation of what she believed to be true her whole life is shaken & dismantled, but she refuses to crumble. Instead, she shows her bravery & courage in standing against those trying to manipulate & use her, determined to get justice for those who’ve been wronged by these horribly disgusting people.
Where they start with distrust & dislike due to the FL being unaware of all that’s happening behind the scenes, she quickly comes to realize that the ML is worthy of her trust & respect. I loved watching their bond form & mature, both as colleagues & friends. They make a dynamic duo with a hilarious crew of crazies backing them up. (Seriously - their team made me laugh so many times, which brought levity to the heavy moments the drama served us.)
Even without the romance, their bond is deep. But once they cross from friends to lovers, their bond becomes unbreakable. Which is proven when others seek to break them apart - some for selfish reasons, others with good intentions. And even though the ML takes a step back out of respect to a request made by her parent in order to protect the FL, she knows deep down that something more is going on & chooses to trust him, despite how much it hurts. Which is why I don’t classify it as a real break up (watch it & you’ll understand my reasoning.) This duo is honestly one of my favorite couples in this genre, as is this show. If you haven’t watched it, you’re missing out, imho.
Lawless Lawyer in a very small nutshell has:
- Great action scenes.
- Suspense & tension.
- Plot twists & turns.
- Believable storyline.
- Evil & corrupt villains.
- Stellar heroes/heroine.
- Beautiful family bonds.
- Loyal friendships.
- Both humor & intensity.
- Ultimate Happy Ending 💖
If you like these things, then I highly recommend you give this drama a shot.
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The things I always want to know 😏😉…
- First(real)Kiss : ep.6💋
- Together : ep.6 👩🏻❤️👨🏻
- BreakUp : I don’t count it as one, so no 💖
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