Reviews

I was in the pit of my drama blues when this came to me. Contrary to its plain storyline and non-idol cast, this drama surprised me. The result? I stayed up all night to finish watching it in a drama marathon! The outcome? Horrid horrid day the next day when I have to work (due to lack of sleep!). Not very smart of me to start a drama in the middle of a work week - but I seriously thought that this will be a boring fare with me stopping at 1-2 episodes! How wrong I was! Therefore, this drama should come with a warning: Do not start watching unless it is a weekend and you do not have to wake up early for work the next day!

Story: It is a simple story. Boy and girl grew up together. They are as close as close can be - BUT, they never fell for each other. Girl turn 30 and starts to mourn the lost of her youth. Suddenly, she realised what a waste her life had been - living with her mum and sister and writing stories that never get to see the light of the day. So, she made a life changing decision. She decided to move out of her home, but hold on..! She is too broke to afford a place of her own. At times like these, can't we all rely on our BFF for help? Likewise, she turned to her best bud - who happens to be a man with commitment issues. Due to a bad first relationship, the bloke lost faith in love. So, he spend his days flirting with women. When she approached him for help, he refused but later, due to some 'monetary issues', he allowed her to move in and live with him. Surely, there will be no harm - despite societal perception of a single man and a single woman living together.. right??? After all, in his eyes, she is a 'man' and she never regarded him as a man. How wrong!!! They fast learn that being BFF and knowing everything about each other does not equate to harmony in a live-in situation. Suddenly, there are things about each other they never knew - like what a pedantic clean freak he is and what a irresponsible sloth she is! Oh, sure... they knew about that long ago... but to live together and to endure such traits...God help us all! Soon, BFFs are turning against each other!
You may ask - how is it that this is a romance drama? This is for me to know and you to find out. *wink*
This drama reminds me a lot of the TDrama "In Time With You" and since this drama came out first, I am not surprised if In Time With You got its aspirations from this drama. The difference? In Time With You has a much serious tone to it while this one, despite its mature storyline, does contain some funny moments.
This is a very realistic drama and even the funny moments are realistic/natural. If you are tired of "highly processed and manufactured" idol-infested dramas with unrealistic storylines, this one will provide the relief needed and bring you back to what a solid romance drama should be like. Watch it and find out!

Acting/Cast: No complains. It is not an idol drama, hence no great lookers. Acting is top-notch!

Music: Not a highlight here. Appropriate music for appropriate moments.

Rewatch value: I do not usually rewatch dramas, so a 8/10 from me means this is a keeper for the times when the offerrings are meagre and you just want to indulge in dramas. Rewatch and re-live real love.
Even my husband likes it - him, a non-drama person. We will re-watch this together for a quiet evening with wine together. :)

Overall: Go watch it! A good one to teach youngsters what real relationships are like least they forget; what with all those highly 'manufactured' romance dramas out there nowadays!

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This movie is hilarious, romantic, motivational, about forgiveness and yet it is realistic in some ways. It successfully portrayed that some people judge people on their looks, in this movie, the female lead being "fat" the reason she was mistreated. But again, some criticism may motivate someone to make him/herself improve to the better, some do it for the bad reason, that is, getting revenge.

I learned in this movie that, no one is a winner in getting revenge and so it's true about "If you plan to have a revenge, make two graves." And forgiveness is still the best thing to do.

I like this movie, it is very entertaining, especially the "rap song", those wacky acting of the female lead. I cried too at the climax of the movie where the princess confronted her estranged husband.

All in all, you can learn something from this. Some may not approve on the ending but, in real life, some are just forgiving and loving their someone significant that way.

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Personally I loved this movie but I'm a huge Jang Hyuk fan so I'm pretty biased. If he wasn't in it, I probably wouldn't have like it as much as I did. Many people might find it uneventful and slow, but I liked it because it focused mainly on the actors and acting rather than advancing the storyline. The storyline does advance, but there's a lot of silence and zooming in on facial expressions. There's a lot of unspoken emotions going on, so you have to read their body language.

If you like artsy, slow paced movies that are open ended, this may be a good fit for you. I also recommend this movie for any Jang Hyuk fan.

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Thrilling Storyline, Strong Chemistry, but One Unbelievable Plot Twist

This series really surprised me. Both male leads are stunning and have amazing chemistry that carries the story beautifully. The acting is strong, the emotions feel raw, and the plot is thrilling enough to keep you hooked all the way through.

However, there is one part of the storyline that feels unrealistic to me. Jin Hyeok’s father is portrayed as a terrible man, constantly asking for money, never caring for his son, and being a complete burden. Still, at the end of the day, he is his father. Without him, Jin Hyeok wouldn’t even be alive. If he hated him that much, I feel it would have been more believable for him to ignore him or pretend he didn’t exist.

But what I found most unusual was the twist where Jin Hyeok asks his lover to kill his father. After his lover actually kills him, Jin Hyeok still kisses him. In real life, if my partner killed one of my parents, no matter how bad they were, that act would haunt me forever. It’s an intense and bold plot choice, but one that felt a little too far-fetched.

Overall though, despite this flaw, the series is captivating, well-acted, and visually stunning. I definitely recommend it if you want something emotional and dramatic. Solid 8.5/10.

P.S
I’ve seen so many negative reviews just because this series is 60 episodes of only 2 minutes each, and honestly, that’s unfair. The actors, directors, staff, and crew put in countless hours to bring this project to life. It’s not easy to film and produce something of this scale, and their effort deserves respect, not dismissal.

Yes, I get it, 60 vertical, scrolling episodes at 1 to 2 minutes each can feel annoying. But can’t we focus on what actually matters? The acting, the plot, the cinematography. Why not enjoy the story for what it is instead of nitpicking every little thing? Being negative about the format only takes away from the effort, talent, and heart that went into making this series.

For me, what matters most is the quality of the show itself. And here, all three deliver. The plot is engaging, the acting is strong, the cinematography is stunning, and the story flows so well that the 60 episodes flew by. I genuinely enjoyed every second of it.

What frustrates me even more is seeing people rating it 1/10 without even starting the series. Are we really going to rate every short format series a 1/10 just because of the structure? That’s not criticism, that’s dismissal. Many great shows have been unfairly judged because of unusual formats, like Love Mechanics which began as a short project before becoming a full series, or Seven Project with its one episode arcs. Once people gave them a proper chance, they saw the value behind the structure.

And to everyone leaving negative comments, let me ask: do you even realize how much effort the actors poured their heart and soul into? Is it fair to blame them for the production team’s format choice? They don’t decide the length of each episode. Imagine working endless hours, giving everything you’ve got, only to be slapped with lazy, negative comments from people who can’t look past the runtime. It’s ridiculous and honestly disrespectful to the entire cast and crew who made this possible.

All I’m saying is: give this series a chance before judging. Watch it with an open mind, you won’t regret it. For me, it’s an easy 8.5/10.

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Dark, Darker, Darkest...

This is the type of drama that will make you (or me) feel a lot of rage and kind of loose all hope for humanity... It is dark, bloody as... making me want to cover my eyes...

The first couple of episodes had me feeling completely lost not knowing where this was going at all but as the plot unraveled, the twists became easier and easier to guess, it was still interesting well done and had me yelling what the ***** + why would you do such a thing!

It has some pretty interesting symbolism and bible references here and there, and does teach the audience a lesson or ten about all kinds of stuff that would be considered spoilers so I will let you figure those out on your own. This is not for the faint hearted but definitely worth a watch.

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Youth isn't always joyful

I usually barely write reviews, but this drama moved me so much I just had to express my thoughts here. This drama had a light typical romance in the beginning, and as the 1980 tragic events started occurring the drama became too sad. I cried so much and this drama showed a message that the tragic events of the Uprising must have scarred others just as painfully as Myeong Hee, and Hee Tae. The couple went through a lot together as the drama started getting into plot, and there were many traumatic events for what happened to the male lead, but a thing I liked about the male lead was that he was strong and was always there for others. His love for the female lead was undeniable, just as the female lead's love for his. So yes, the drama doesn't have the joyful satisfactory ending, but it was realistic and would be as what was expected in the Uprising in 1980. I cried a lot during this drama, and my mondays and tuesdays will feel empty now. So if you are considering a drama about hardships, youth, and love this may be one you should start considering.

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"The heavens will not punish me if within the final moment of my life I am unable to hold back these words: I, Mohei, have always loved you with all my being".

The Crucified Lovers tells the story of an unfortunate love affair between a servant and his master's wife. The film is quite simple and slow placed but therein lies it's beauty. The lack of action and multiple side stories forces you to solely focus on the couple and their plight. The movie itself is beautiful-I always find these classic Japanese films to have a serene and majestic quality to them. A simple movie with a simple message: a life with love, however brief, is much preferred to living 100 years without it.

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This movie had me in suspense from beginning untill the end. They really catched my attention, and kept it right into that movie! The story is great and well executed! It is logical and very understandable! Also they will make you feel angry at times, feel in despair and feel bad for certain characters!
I was amazed how they acted! They were really good and I can't wait for more of some of these actors!
They picked the right music, sometimes it wasn't my taste but that is personal.
I would rewatch this movie and I would recommend it to anyone who like some action, a good story and some suspense!

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A drama that draws its strength from tea, female empowerment, and unforgettable characters.

It is a drama that pleasantly surprised me. Beyond a story of romance and intrigue, I found a fascinating tale anchored in the creation and importance of tea in China, an element that is not only at the heart of the plot but also becomes another character, permeating each scene with exquisite aesthetics and cinematography.

One of its greatest successes is undoubtedly the Rong family, built on a pillar of strong women and leaders. In a historical context where the role of women is often minimized, seeing a matriarchy fighting, making decisions, and running a commercial empire was tremendously refreshing and powerful. In this setting, Guli Nazha, whom I discovered through this work, shines with her own light. Not only is she a woman of striking beauty, but I also liked her character, Rong Shanbao, for her strategic intelligence, her firm character, and that touch of wickedness necessary to cope with the enormous burden of being the next head of the family, which make her complex, fascinating, and tremendously human. Her priority is always the family legacy, which adds a layer of realism to her arc.

At her side, Neo Hou Minghao as Lu Jiang Lai perfectly complements this universe. His transformation from being the highest authority to becoming a servant with amnesia gives the story a unique twist. He is gorgeous, but what really makes you fall in love with him is the sweetness, simplicity, and affection his character displays, creating a perfect contrast and delicious chemistry with the pragmatic and calculating Shanbao.

Another aspect I really enjoyed was the evolution of the relationship between the Rong sisters. Seeing how they go from hatred and rivalry to slowly building genuine family ties was a very rewarding subplot.

However, the drama is not without its flaws. The final episodes felt noticeably rushed. While the ending leaves them together, I would have liked a clearer and more concrete conclusion. Do they get married? What is their life like managing family affairs together? I feel that closure was missing, that final stitch that would secure their future. This connects to a feeling I had throughout the series: even though Shan Bao did love Jiang Lai, he was never her absolute priority (nor would he ever be), which is consistent with his character, but in the outcome, that dynamic deserved deeper exploration.

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and you would do it too for a check

Why was this actually fire as fuck? I would give it an 8 out of 10, which is really high for a short drama. But I low-key ate this up. This shit was all types of addictive. Ok, so I’m gonna say what I liked and what I didn’t like. Spoiler time.

Starting off with the thing that got me into the show immediately, the description on IQIYI. It was just so random, and I love it when they have like gambling problems and then they sell themselves to other guys. Like my show is onnnn. I also like how they portrayed the gambling addiction. I think that was like really realistic and I’m truly impressed that they did that. Also, the actors have this weird chemistry. I can’t really explain it, but it’s like low-key really good and the acting was like meh at best, but why did they have such good chemistry like what the fuck. Also the plot was so addictive it didn’t jump around a whole bunch which most short dramas do. Towards the end it kind of did but we’re gonna ignore that. I like how the plot was continuous in this weird twisted way. I think my last thing I have on my list is the dirty talk. I don’t know why I’m talking about this, but I feel like it was like a big plot point in the story and it has me gripping my pearls and shit and they were saying that shit with straight faces. I’m like oh my God there is no way. Yeah I don’t know. I lowkey fucked with Alo's character. I don’t know the way the character was written. I messed with a lot and I don’t know.

Onto what I didn’t like. Right off the bat it’s a damn shame this wasn’t 300 episodes and five seasons. I ATE THIS UPP. I think the fact that it was a short drama means it’s like lower production and overall that like significantly lowers the rating of this show. They had a toxic fucking relationship like it wasn’t as bad towards the start but towards the end, I’m like oh my God there’s no way we got back with him after that. Whoever wrote this had a field day with that I’m like what the fuck. So yeah, also maybe their whole dynamic. It was like this weird dynamic, but it was like kind of worse than that. I don’t really know. But yeah, of course it’s like a short drama, but I wish instead of flashing back to the same fucking scene, we’ve seen six goddamn times we could work on some character development and character work. I already know what’s happening why the fuck are we flashing back to the same fucking bullshit I’ve seen eight goddamn times. Him and his fucking dad with the golden feather fucking earrings. Do I need to see that again bitch I just saw this shit? I don’t need to fucking see it again. Also the side characters besides the friend that sold him in the modern day slavery we’re all ass. The fucking students bro like what the fuck kind of purpose did they serve like what are we fucking talking about right now. The dad was a bad character he showed up like four times and always said the same bullshit. He’s like by the way I’m not even your dad. What the fuck are you fucking talking about bro? And the whole thing with the fucking grandfather if you don’t shut your old ass up, nobody gives a damn. Also a thing I didn’t like I needed more lore. They drop me in here like I knew everything. I don’t know what goddamn thing they could’ve spaced in between their weird ass fucking sex scenes no offense those were great, but on God, we could’ve put some lore in there. Oh my God, I forgot about Kai. His whole character was fucking irrelevant, like who even is that what purpose did you fucking serve in? The final thing I can think of is the pet shit that got so fucking weird. I’m like there’s no way. His friend literally sold him into modern slavery. Why was there an auction going on? What the fuck are we even talking about you lost me at immediately that was all types of weird. The pet shit and him whipping him and shit. I’m like what are we fucking doing that got so weird and that’s why they’re fucking dynamic pissed me off like what are we doing right now. And thats all i can think of lmao. Also completely irrelevant, but I would change the title to for the love of the game instead of addiction of love because that low-key doesn’t make any sense grammatically like just reading that but yeah, my bad, English major era (despite me not being able to spell).

Would i recommend this for the love of the fucking game (see what I did there)? You know I would. This was gas had me smiling the entire time. If you’re looking for a good show with good morals and good character work this is not for you. If you’re not looking for that, watch this shit it’s low-key fire. Okay bye!

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The 1st half was overly dramatic and the 2nd half was a snooze fest. Park Hae-jin's character Li Ang and his love interest Li Ren were supposed to be the main pair but they threw in 3 other couples that had the same amount if not more time given to them, especially Li Ren's cousin, Tian Na. Towards the middle it seemed SHE was the lead.

When time was actually given to the OTP, it fell flat. I did not feel their chemistry at all. It was odd, they had scenes that should have been romantic and sweet but it felt like they were just checking off a to do list. Definitely not building a close and connected relationship with each other. Such a disappointment.

If a viewer is into crazy and sometimes nonsensical kinds of relationship shenanigans they may like it. Lots of breakups, lots of ex's, meddling elders and a bunch of grown ups who don't know what they want. Personalities seemed to change on a whim. Several scenarios happen over and over. What was the worst for me was I didn't particularly LIKE most of the characters. Even the ones that weren't bad weren't that exciting either.

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One love story fights against age and social status differences and has a jealous ex-girlfriend which was as cliché as possible. The jealous ex-girlfriend is especially grating. There is also an extra-martial affair relationship, a crazy psycho girl in love with a creepy magician and one other relationship that was actually normal but just seemed to be there to fill up screen time. One character that I did warm up to was Li Ren's cousin, Tian Na. In the beginning I couldn't stand her but by the end she won me over with her exuberant and quirky personality.

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This movie is simply amazing.The story is full of love within the family which is heartwarming and can move anyone in tears.After I read the "coming back to life"concept of the movie.I said"Nothing new" ,"I know what will happen" but turned out wrong.The story is really different and has it's unique story that unpredictable. The three main casts did an outstanding performance that makes the movie more special.Though you might find the movie a little slow,I think it just help you feel the emotions and makes you go deeper into the story.The music is also good and makes the movie more beautiful and heartbreaking.The Ending is really awesome and not disappointing.It explains and answers all the mysteries and questions while leaving the audiences in a emotional state.Overall this movie is not a waste of time and REALLY worth watching.

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Shen Yue you done well...?

i liked the acting of SHEN YUE, she done well. And all the casts as well. Although it is remake but it differ in version. I like the chinese version not because of the Shen Yue, but the story as well. The music, OMG i like their OST "Pure Love" very romantic and its fits very well the concept. I keep on watching it 2x already and still counting because i love the chemistry of Shen Yue and Jasper.kudos UFMT production team. Hope there will be UFMT part 2 with thier kid/s 😅 Jasper and Shen Yue, hope you have more project again. And what i had observed to Shen Yue, she is improving her acting.

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