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Maybe revenge isn't supposed to be satisfactory, but come on, this is a K-drama
This drama had the potential- the actors, the premise, the plot. But somehow it miserably failed to reach the expectations. It could have been done if it did not try to satisfy tropes and cliches. The second half dragged on, and although it was sometimes boring, I finished it hoping that it would get better and to see what would happen. Episode 13 onwards, it got better.
Ra El's character was a bit underdeveloped. we know and see what happens to her, but we don't see her do the planning, preparation and execution as much. Something was missing, therefore it was a bit difficult to connect with the character. But perhaps she was written that way intentionally, it might be my fault of perception.
Instead i found myself more interested in Han So Ra, as her character was more fleshed out. We actually knew her story and motives- why she is the way she is, and why she does the things she does- more than the lead. Despite the many chances to redeem itself, the story kept missing the mark.
Anyways, the romance seemed forced, more like a trauma bond. Like many of the people here, I found Seo Eun Pyeong more likeable, and more suitable. I wonder why they even had a second lead in the first place, if she did not have a good ending or bonding with her. He could have been a far better character as brother figure. I wish the dynamic between them was explored more before they thrust the confession at our face. I won't say that I disliked the dynamic with Kang Yoon Kyeom, only that instead of dragging those scenes, the story could have been nicer if we explored Ra El's past and actually saw her planning her revenge. Personally I think this she would have been more enjoyable without Ra El's confusion about the chairman.
I like Han So Ra's wardrobe the most (especially the red leather revenge dress.) I wonder why but Ra El's outfits were a bit haphazard, all over the place (what was that green dress when she went for the reveal, though I loved the mansion feast dress.)
Ra El's parents should have been explored more, as the synopsis made them seem more involved. I should say, this drama does have a lot of plot holes, and character backgrounds are left to the imagination. Things could have been done better than leaving it up to plot armor (how convenient that Da Bi stored her shoes in the vault haha.) I personally like my dramas to have the ending tied up in a neat bow, something I expect after investing 16+ hrs on a show, but this one left me with some questions unanswered. But it was not so big a deal-breaker.
The drama does have the hook factor, it is good if you want to watch something fun. It is enjoyable, just go in with lesser expectations. Though I would suggest that if you want to watch this for the revenge plot, it wont be satisfying. Take this as a messy (in a good way) romance, with mature themes.
Overall, I didn't regret watching this. It wasn't as good as I hoped after learning about the set-up, but it was satisfactory.
Ra El's character was a bit underdeveloped. we know and see what happens to her, but we don't see her do the planning, preparation and execution as much. Something was missing, therefore it was a bit difficult to connect with the character. But perhaps she was written that way intentionally, it might be my fault of perception.
Instead i found myself more interested in Han So Ra, as her character was more fleshed out. We actually knew her story and motives- why she is the way she is, and why she does the things she does- more than the lead. Despite the many chances to redeem itself, the story kept missing the mark.
Anyways, the romance seemed forced, more like a trauma bond. Like many of the people here, I found Seo Eun Pyeong more likeable, and more suitable. I wonder why they even had a second lead in the first place, if she did not have a good ending or bonding with her. He could have been a far better character as brother figure. I wish the dynamic between them was explored more before they thrust the confession at our face. I won't say that I disliked the dynamic with Kang Yoon Kyeom, only that instead of dragging those scenes, the story could have been nicer if we explored Ra El's past and actually saw her planning her revenge. Personally I think this she would have been more enjoyable without Ra El's confusion about the chairman.
I like Han So Ra's wardrobe the most (especially the red leather revenge dress.) I wonder why but Ra El's outfits were a bit haphazard, all over the place (what was that green dress when she went for the reveal, though I loved the mansion feast dress.)
Ra El's parents should have been explored more, as the synopsis made them seem more involved. I should say, this drama does have a lot of plot holes, and character backgrounds are left to the imagination. Things could have been done better than leaving it up to plot armor (how convenient that Da Bi stored her shoes in the vault haha.) I personally like my dramas to have the ending tied up in a neat bow, something I expect after investing 16+ hrs on a show, but this one left me with some questions unanswered. But it was not so big a deal-breaker.
The drama does have the hook factor, it is good if you want to watch something fun. It is enjoyable, just go in with lesser expectations. Though I would suggest that if you want to watch this for the revenge plot, it wont be satisfying. Take this as a messy (in a good way) romance, with mature themes.
Overall, I didn't regret watching this. It wasn't as good as I hoped after learning about the set-up, but it was satisfactory.
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