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It wasn't bad, but it didn't meet expectations
Realistically speaking, and considering not only how much I enjoyed it but also the plot in general, I was expecting so much more than what was presented. It was funny, romantic and I really enjoyed watching it, but I can't get over how much more they could have developed all of the points of the plot, such as the family drama, the second female lead and him being a demon. I felt like everything about the story was half-assed.
Starting with parts, the second fl was, quite frankly, useless. Although I found her annoying in her first few appearances, I tried to give her the benefit of the doubt, but I eventually realized that her character doesn't go much further than that. In fact, she doesn’t add anything. We get a lousy flashback that's introduced randomly halfway through the story, but nothing more is done with the character. I’m someone who absolutely despises love triangles, but this just didn’t feel like one, as it was so one sided and painful to watch.
Secondly, I felt that the demonic aspect of the main character wasn't properly used to the advantage of the drama. Instead it felt like a sub sub plot, even though he tried to regain his powers for like half the story. Especially in episode 14, I felt like they realized that and tried to suddenly reinforce that he is indeed a demon and Dohee finally realizes it (literally 2 episodes from wrapping up the story?). It ended up creating a weird difference as they portrayed the character in a certain way throughout the story. It’s like they had been building up his personality and then just disregarded all of it like "Oh wait, the main character's supposed to be evil, he's a demon".
The family drama was basically a mess. Once again, I don't have much to say about it besides the fact that it felt like a failed copy of a crime/corruption motivated drama. It could’ve been much more interesting. Though I need to compliment the way that everything was connected (Madam Ju, Dohee’s parents death, and Guwon making a deal with her father).
Overall, it wasn’t THAT bad if you’re in the mood for a clichê with a lot of missed aspects. I liked the comedy, the Wild Dogs and Mr. Park were really funny, and Guwon honestly didn’t let down on that part either. But my long-lasting impression of this drama is that I wouldn’t have enjoyed it as much if I didn’t find myself as engaged with the cast as I was with Youjung and Song Kang.
Starting with parts, the second fl was, quite frankly, useless. Although I found her annoying in her first few appearances, I tried to give her the benefit of the doubt, but I eventually realized that her character doesn't go much further than that. In fact, she doesn’t add anything. We get a lousy flashback that's introduced randomly halfway through the story, but nothing more is done with the character. I’m someone who absolutely despises love triangles, but this just didn’t feel like one, as it was so one sided and painful to watch.
Secondly, I felt that the demonic aspect of the main character wasn't properly used to the advantage of the drama. Instead it felt like a sub sub plot, even though he tried to regain his powers for like half the story. Especially in episode 14, I felt like they realized that and tried to suddenly reinforce that he is indeed a demon and Dohee finally realizes it (literally 2 episodes from wrapping up the story?). It ended up creating a weird difference as they portrayed the character in a certain way throughout the story. It’s like they had been building up his personality and then just disregarded all of it like "Oh wait, the main character's supposed to be evil, he's a demon".
The family drama was basically a mess. Once again, I don't have much to say about it besides the fact that it felt like a failed copy of a crime/corruption motivated drama. It could’ve been much more interesting. Though I need to compliment the way that everything was connected (Madam Ju, Dohee’s parents death, and Guwon making a deal with her father).
Overall, it wasn’t THAT bad if you’re in the mood for a clichê with a lot of missed aspects. I liked the comedy, the Wild Dogs and Mr. Park were really funny, and Guwon honestly didn’t let down on that part either. But my long-lasting impression of this drama is that I wouldn’t have enjoyed it as much if I didn’t find myself as engaged with the cast as I was with Youjung and Song Kang.
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