It's So Unserious
I didn't know what to expect before watching Somewhere Somehow, as this was the first time I’ve watched a drama featuring Fay and May. However, I was excited because I saw it would feature Lookam in a significant role. The series is shot beautifully, and I'm especially a fan of the cinematography captured in Japan.
As for the script, it was good but could have been better. I understand that the series is a comedy, but there were times when the story called for a more serious tone, yet the writers refused to let us sit in it; it was often interrupted by comic relief.
Although the series should have been more serious at times, I also believe Somewhere Somehow excels as a comedy. I found myself especially amused by the second of the season. The shining star here is definitely Looknam. The woman is a natural comic, and I fear that if they ever give her a GL pairing, we will not survive it. She is a gem of an actress, and I hope Idol Factory gives her a leading role one day.
When it comes to the leads, I believe they did a good job for the most part. Fay and May had good chemistry, which gave credibility to the characters they were playing. I will say, they do need to work on their comedic delivery, but this could be a directorial issue. Personally, I hope they let May be happy in her next role; they made her cry so much in this series. I know it had to be emotionally taxing to go to work every day. And yes, I know the constant crying was meant to illustrate the sacrifice her character was willing to make for love, but it was a lot.
If you are looking for a funny, cute, and beautifully shot series that does not take itself seriously, you will enjoy Somewhere Somehow.
As for the script, it was good but could have been better. I understand that the series is a comedy, but there were times when the story called for a more serious tone, yet the writers refused to let us sit in it; it was often interrupted by comic relief.
Although the series should have been more serious at times, I also believe Somewhere Somehow excels as a comedy. I found myself especially amused by the second of the season. The shining star here is definitely Looknam. The woman is a natural comic, and I fear that if they ever give her a GL pairing, we will not survive it. She is a gem of an actress, and I hope Idol Factory gives her a leading role one day.
When it comes to the leads, I believe they did a good job for the most part. Fay and May had good chemistry, which gave credibility to the characters they were playing. I will say, they do need to work on their comedic delivery, but this could be a directorial issue. Personally, I hope they let May be happy in her next role; they made her cry so much in this series. I know it had to be emotionally taxing to go to work every day. And yes, I know the constant crying was meant to illustrate the sacrifice her character was willing to make for love, but it was a lot.
If you are looking for a funny, cute, and beautifully shot series that does not take itself seriously, you will enjoy Somewhere Somehow.
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