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Is this a full review - I see @shewatchesdramas writing "it's just 1 ep"
Would love to know more details.

I love the title of your review 😂 I loved Blood Free (eagerly awaiting Season 2) and was contemplating watching Red Swan (just for Rain Oppa). But going by your review and the others' it seems like a hard pass!

After Narratage and And, Live (Soshite, Ikiru) - this is Kasumi and Kentaro's drama together since a long time. Excited to see them together again as they are two of the most recognizable Japanese actors imo, incredibly talented on an individual basis - so whenever they pair up, as a viewer can expect some great magic onscreen! ✨

I usually like fast paced shows, though some slice of life shows are an exception. (Closest one would be Japanese show: Barakamon). Usually slice of life theme shows are good and I know it, but I cannot get back to it if there is a pause as it is not addictive enough - unlike adrenaline pumping genres like mystery/thrillers that I usually gravitate towards.

But thank you for sharing your thoughts - I'll keep it in mind, along with what other users have shared.

Thank you - this is really a good point - maybe I can push myself and watch till Ep 11 and then decide. In any case, I understand that everyone's preference differs - my sole reason for asking this question was to understand and get a sense check of how it has progressed so far since I put it on hold at Ep 8 ❤️

Thanks BlancaTrueba for sharing what worked for you in this drama! ❤️

Thanks Precious for sharing your views - I'll take note of what you and @MastAmma have shared.

Thank you, Megumi for sharing your views about the whole drama and then each set of couple. Will keep in mind in deciding how I want to proceed with this drama!

Thanks Xuehua for sharing your opinion, and don't worry I am taking it with a neutral mind, knowing fully well that I'll definitely get answers from those who are enjoying or not enjoying the drama.

Like I shared on the comment before you to Kelly - will wait for this drama to complete, then see my frame of mind whether am invested enough to give it a re-shot. Thanks again for sharing your view - appreciate!

Thank you, Kelly firstly for taking the time and sharing your opinion. I'll definitely keep in mind your views before going ahead. Maybe the best thing right now would be to let the last 2 episodes air - and then see what state of mind I am in to continue.

Honest Advice Needed: I put this drama on hold at Ep 8 (after the FL's reason is revealed)
It was going so well till then but having this cliched reason just put me off the whole show.

since now it is at the last week - I really want honest, unbiased opinion, is it worth the watch?
- is the plot/story better, and pacing is good?
- I really do not care about the looks or how good the couples look, I want to know if the story remains logical for both the couples?

UPDATE: Thank you everyone who has shared their views. Honestly I was little nervous before posting this question - as I know many love this drama, so I thought I'll get called out for being an "idiot" or something for asking something silly (yes - people on MDL have called me that, disregarding that someone could genuinely be asking or sharing their opinion). But thank you all who have replied - and have shared your views in such details, without any harsh or biased words. Really appreciate it 🙏🏼

Have decided that I'll wait for the drama to complete this week, and then make some time specifically to get back to this drama and watch at least till Ep 11, no matter what. From that point onwards, if the story is enticing enough as it was in the beginning, will complete it. But if I can't still feel the pull - guess this show isn't for me :)

He is definitely good from whatever little I have seen so far. So just hoping he gets his due and more. I am sure all of us know of artists who are not really that good but just get hyped up, and then there are others like BWS and KJY waiting for someone to discover and make them seen/heard for the talent that they are!

I am watching The Judge from Hell and have discovered Kim Jae Young (or re-discovered after long). While the wait for Ep 5 is long - I wanted see other works of this talented actor. Unable to convince myself to watch shows where he is a supporting actor as there won't be enough screentime for him - therefore Love In Contract is something I want to pursue...just to watch him.

Have already seen the comments/reviews being negative about this show - so am not here for the plot. I'll fast forward, 2x watch it just to see Kim Jae Young. Want to know does the show have enough of him and is not frustrating in some way?

PS. I watched 2 episodes of him on Running Man - and loved it. Anyone interested do see Ep 445 and 446. Yes, I get too passionate and obsessed very easily - just like Veronica Park! 😉

Last Action Hero is one of my favorite movies of Arnie. It released when I was not born 😅 but my dad made sure that we watch it once we were able to make sense. Some of the old movies - especially of the 90s, 2000s and 10s are really spectacular - hooking you on so many levels. No wonder they become iconic - Last Action Hero being one of them!

Thank you - that is very detailed and insightful perspective. Really appreciate you making the efforts to share it. From what you have shared it makes sense to watch it as it airs - I'll think about it as I am eager to watch the show, but was skeptical as there's a lot going on with my watchlist currently.

Mr Queen - is an absolute favorite of mine, and I will recommend everyone to watch it - till the day I die. There are very few dramas like it and as you shared, Shin Hye Sun delivered it with perfection.

P.S: Your username is very intriguing - and since W is also one of my fav dramas, I saw through your bio. Really impressive what you have shared about a plot design for Season 2. I think the story of W opens up so many possibilities, just like you have explored. In fact - any drama/movie that blurs the line between real and fiction, and/or breaks the fourth wall is something that can just throw us into endless possibilities of stories stemming from that world. Just wanted to add it here - that I really enjoyed your blog post - Cheers!

Ooooh! I love this idea - I think the real Kang Bitna is also up to something. So far she looks as if she is scared and innocent - but I think there is more than meets the eye.

This is because:
1) We know that she was ambitious and was eyeing a political career
2) She definitely did something that made someone stab her. Not sure if what she did was wrong or it could be her fiance who stabbed her or his brother. There's something definitely fishy here.
3) She has escaped from some place in Hell - we saw her running away and due to which the guard has been punished and sent to human world as well.

It could be that Justicia gets to live as a human Kang Bitna - as she would come to appreciate humans and fall in love with the ML. So this way it would be her redemption of sorts.

Whereas Kang Bitna definitely was up to something and was not completely innocent - and therefore as some form of punishment she'll remain in hell, and take the role of Justicia.

Idk - it is very early and tricky to guess. But I'm loving our theories - proves how exciting this show is!

Believe me - with some people you can't just reason. So let it go - and if anyone makes you feel uncomfortable on the platform, do report - that would be my only suggestion though am not sure if it actually helps (did not help me - so I chose to ignore such folks, rather than mar my experience on MDL).

Hope from my end - I was able to share well. I think Kentaro has a bit resemblance to Bae In Hyuk (like you mentioned) and Seo Kang Joon (like Claudia shared). They all fall into the whole salt-guy face as it is termed, maybe that is why we see the resemblance.

Anyway - I like all three of them - they are really handsome and have some amazing dramas ❤️

What a coincidence - I just finished Dr Chocolate now (had to wait a lot for the subs to come and my interest had diminished, which is also the reason I ended up watching this film)

I can totally understand your feelings - this movie is not an easy watch but very beautiful. Do watch, whenever you are ready - and I hope you like it too. Veronica Park is always here - in case you need a friend, fellow SakaKen fangirl to discuss about it 🙌🏼 (will also get virtual tissues as this film demands it 🤧🤧🤧)

I really hope so too!! BWS is another model/actor who I have been following since long and he just needed the right break to catapult to stardom that he deserves. It came in the form of 20th Century Girl > Strong Girl Nam Soon and biggest being Lovely Runner.

For KJY - while I have not been following him, I can see that he has done many projects already. I hope it is similar to Lee Dong Wook (who was good, but Goblin was his turning point) and BWS, and he becomes a household name in terms of popularity and getting more projects!

Thank you - this helps! And yes, this is what I have decided. given it is just 12 episodes I think I can wait and binge it once there are 2-4 episodes left!