Honestly this Is Boring
The drama received great reviews, so I decided to give it a chance, only to discover that it was quite boring, and getting through it was tedious. There were just too many uninteresting political storylines that really didn't pay off. While I've enjoyed political dramas and consider myself a fan of the genre, this particular drama simply fell flat for me. I believe the best rating I can give it is a 6.5/10, although I feel that a lower rating might be more appropriate.The ending just felt out of place like the antagonist gave up, and we never really saw what clearly took him down. The chemistry between the main characters (ML and FL) was okay at best, and the romantic scenes didn't stand out. Furthermore, oftentimes, the story progressed leaving multiple loose ends with no tie-ins. For example, there was a side story where FL friend who owns the comic book shop meets the girl she injured, but it added no value whatsoever to the main plot.
I'm writing this review because the other positive reviews didn't make any sense to me, and I wanted to provide a more balanced perspective on my experience with the drama.
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A refreshing fantasy entry
A beautiful and entertaining series with tonal shifts that actually work. It blends comedic moments with tear-jerking ones, a bit of bromance, and soft romance. They gave us a good story, decent acting, and an easy, light viewing experience.The plot revolves around an 8-foot ghost, a royal family, and the chaotic duo of a young shaman girl (Yeori) and a deity trapped in a dead body(Gangcheori ). The story follows Yeori's journey from being alone with an Imugi spirit to getting roped into palace spirit drama. There weren’t any major twists—it was a fairly one-dimensional story. You understood each character’s motivation and the conflict involving the 8ft ghost. You saw how he was wronged and why he deserved revenge, but as viewers, we still found ourselves supporting the other side of the fight too.
Some aspects were predictable, though. As I said, the story was one-dimensional. The whole “let me sacrifice myself for you” arc was exhausting. If they had followed through with the death at the end, it could’ve worked. But nope—it just fell flat. And a big part of that was the lukewarm romance between the male lead and female lead. It didn’t sell the passion or justify the sacrifice.
The King and Queen, though? Their romance actually delivered the soft emotional theme the main couple was aiming for. You could see the chemistry, and it worked.
Now, let’s talk about the standout: the King (Kim Ji Hoon). He absolutely carried. His performance was a cut above everyone else. Also, I have to mention Yun Gap’s mother (Cha Chung Hwa)—as usual, she delivered. She pulled you into the scene and made you feel everything. As for the rest of the cast, the acting was average, not bad but nothing to rave about.
The biggest fault, again, is the flatness of the story and its villain. Yapper, the antagonist, was just… basic. A man who hated the deity and his fate—nothing deep, nothing layered. As the main villain, he felt more like a gag character meant to absorb all our hate. And, to make it worse, he got one of the most anticlimactic endings—maybe meant to be funny? Not sure.
Still, despite all that, the story was told well. Nothing groundbreaking, but I have to give them props. I was entertained, I followed through, and I looked forward to certain moments. It’s an average story with solid production and decent acting, but it was fun to watch. It didn’t annoy us with the thousand clichés that typically show up in historical or fantasy dramas. That in itself was refreshing.
It might not make our top list, but it’s a hidden gem people might rediscover in the future. A solid 8/10 from me.
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Just Meh...
The drama starts off interesting but quickly loses its appeal. The so-called twist is way too predictable, and as the story goes on, it feels like a cliché, poorly written Wattpad story. None of the characters stand out—there’s no one you really like or dislike. It all feels pretty shallow and forgettable.I really hope someone else explores the idea of corporate cleaners or kingmakers with a more solid storyline in the future. Normally, I’m lenient with my ratings, but I have to be honest—this one is barely watchable. It probably deserves a score between 6.5 and 7.5, but at the time of writing, it’s sitting at an 8.3. So, I just want to give potential viewers a heads-up: don’t go in expecting too much. Turn off your brain and don’t take it too seriously, despite the tone it tries to set.
Anyway, take my review with a grain of salt—I don’t have the time or bandwidth for a lengthy review, and this drama might just feel dated by 2024.
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The First Thai GL Crime Procedural
A gripping good cop/serial killer drama with strong performances. No character felt like a mere plot device or aimless support—everyone had a purpose. The show delivered a solid twist backed by a well-thought-out backstory, and each character’s motivation was clear, so I never found myself questioning their actions.That said, the series wasn’t without flaws. The middle—particularly episodes 5 and 6—dragged, feeling sluggish and uneventful, almost making me lose interest. But after that, it rebounded, delivering genuinely engaging interactions between the both couples and a compelling progression of the main plot This mark a huge step for what Thai gls could be
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