I agree. The actors still did a good job with what they were given as a script and the directions and so on. But…
I did not read the novel but I definitely noticed how the ML character had less impact than he should have had. The SML was the focus of the story up until the last moment, even overshadowing the FL at times. Also I love strong smart independent FLs but the way the ML was almost like her sidekick/loyal follower did not sit well with me.
Started well and had everything to be a great drama but somewhere along the way it lost its’ purpose and essence. No real conflicts resolved, characters that acted out of character, a lackluster ending, just to name a few. Such a great cast, what a shame that the writers were not sure which direction they wanted the plot to go.
It’s fully sub on IQIYI international app, I’m loving so far
No problem. True, but it got a lot better. 5 years ago only Korean dramas were subbed often, many Chinese dramas went without subs for years. Now a lot of Chinese dramas get English subs the same day the episode airs. ^^
It’s fully sub on IQIYI international app, I’m loving so far
These are comments from 5 years ago. The app has improved a lot since then and I have also studied Mandarin.
You’re asking me to stop complaining but you are complaining about me complaining. At least check the date of the comments before complaining about someone else’s complaints. Back then most dramas on IQIYI either had no subs or really bad machine translated subs so it was normal for people to complain about it in the comment section.
They put together a great cast but the story and pace did not work for me. I watched it all but skipped a lot of things. Was honestly expecting more from this one, but it was not a bad drama, just not my cup of tea.
The main leads initial characterization was pretty interesting, they could have done something cool with the plot yet we got an average plot full of clichés. It was watchable but not something that made me feel like I could not wait to watch the next episode.
The ending was heading somewhere none of us wanted it to, but at the same time there was no way to avoid it or it would create a HUGE plot hole. The way the writers handled it was pretty smart.
This was a drama that from the start felt different while being completely cliché and it was an enjoyable ride. Hard to put into words how I feel about this one, but if I went back to the past I would definitely watch it again. XD
Great idea, below average execution. If I had that phone I would call the writer and tell them the story started well but they eventually messed it up and ask them to rewrite it and make sure to find a better director to adapt it into a drama. XD
The first 2 episodes I was not sure if I would love it or if it was a little bit too cliché for my taste. But by episode 3 I had warmed up to it and before I knew it, I was in love with it. Byeon Woo Seok was a good villain in his last drama but the role of the good guy here made him shine even more. And Kim Hye Yoon makes any drama brighter, just like she did with her role in Extraordinary You.
I cannot get past the first episode. The FL does not fit with either of the the MLs and the storytelling is not my cup of tea. I think I now understand why it has a lower rating than most kdramas.
P.S. - It is not because the actress looks older because I thought she was well cast in 18 Again, but here it just feels like a miscast.
As a bro drama, it is nice, the 4 of them have a great friendship. Everything else is just not worth watching.
They are 4 and each has his own love insterest, so there are basically 8 main characters sharing screen time. There is so much going on with everyone that it feels like nothing is going on. Dramas like this one are the reason why I usually stay away from dramas that have more than 4 main leads or 2 main couples. When there are too many main characters, none of them stand out and if someone does, I will just feel frustrated that person/couple do not get more screen time.
im on episode one and barely started, can i guess if the middle sister is the one who is evil?
Bingo. It is always like that. If a female character important to the story seems to be too nice to be true and IS NOT the FL, chances are it is all a pretense. Have seen it over and over again.
It is not a bad drama but it definitely could have been much better.
The premise and acting were good enough, they could have really gone all out in the revenge part with a lot of thriller and action but instead this was all about some treasure map and a lot of she said, he said, throwing accusations left and right and boring subplots and supporting characters. Felt like the responsability to execute a good idea was given to someone with little experience and this was the result.
You’re asking me to stop complaining but you are complaining about me complaining. At least check the date of the comments before complaining about someone else’s complaints. Back then most dramas on IQIYI either had no subs or really bad machine translated subs so it was normal for people to complain about it in the comment section.
This was a drama that from the start felt different while being completely cliché and it was an enjoyable ride. Hard to put into words how I feel about this one, but if I went back to the past I would definitely watch it again. XD
Byeon Woo Seok was a good villain in his last drama but the role of the good guy here made him shine even more. And Kim Hye Yoon makes any drama brighter, just like she did with her role in Extraordinary You.
P.S. - It is not because the actress looks older because I thought she was well cast in 18 Again, but here it just feels like a miscast.
They are 4 and each has his own love insterest, so there are basically 8 main characters sharing screen time. There is so much going on with everyone that it feels like nothing is going on. Dramas like this one are the reason why I usually stay away from dramas that have more than 4 main leads or 2 main couples. When there are too many main characters, none of them stand out and if someone does, I will just feel frustrated that person/couple do not get more screen time.
One time watch for me with a LOT of skipping.
I feel like this is the only word I could think of after finishing the drama.
The premise and acting were good enough, they could have really gone all out in the revenge part with a lot of thriller and action but instead this was all about some treasure map and a lot of she said, he said, throwing accusations left and right and boring subplots and supporting characters. Felt like the responsability to execute a good idea was given to someone with little experience and this was the result.