Story: Predictable but it had a lot of heart. It never got draggy and the pacing was well done. Since the OTP had a straightforward romance with no misunderstandings, it made for a really enjoyable watch. The ending was =)
Acting/Cast: Well of course I knew Jo In Sung going in and how well he could act, but I was kind of unsure about the lead actress. I found her portrayal of Sora spot on but her character is kind of loud and annoying in the beginning. When you get used to her, you will come to accept her for who she is. I was also completely surprised by the amazing chemistry between the leads. It was soo good and worth watching just for their romance. I really liked the side characters that were apart of their posse. I didn’t however, like the second female and male leads. Their characters were so not redeemable and it made ALL of their scenes a waste of screentime in my opinion.
Music: What you would expect from an oldie.
Rewatch: Definitely would watch again in the near future cause the pacing was good and I loved the leads together.
Overall you should watch this is you’re a fan of JIS or if you like heartwarming dramas with lots of romance.
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First I have to say that I was in love (and completely heartbroken) by the young actors. They really drew me in and made my decision to stay and watch.
The story was overwhelming in all the best ways so I guess the only complaint I really have is the way I felt it dragged on towards the end. It really wouldn't stop me from watching again, though.
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Epic but flawed, I wish the forbidden romance would have been even angstier
This historical drama, full of mystery, grabbed my attention from start with its very dark story involving both fantasy elements and intricate family relationships. There is a couple of bonds that are quite taboo that provided in the first half the angst I enjoy so much. Unfortunately, I was a bit disappointed by the pacing and some writing choices regarding the forbidden romance. Despite this, I truly enjoyed the ending, it might feel a bit rushed in terms of plot but it left me a really impactful and memorable impression.I was mostly satisfied with the cast with maybe one exception : Jo Bo Ah. Her chemistry with Lee Jae Wook was really lacking to me. I believed much more in Lee Jae Wook's acting than Jo Bo Ah, that's why I am singling her out. Outside of her character's relationship, the heroine role in itself was pretty annoying. It was alright at first but as the show progressed she felt more and more bland, rather useless. I'm not sure if the main issue is with the script or the actress, but it clearly was the weakest point of the drama.
The production value was the strongest point of the series. The OST was simply amazing and the making was solid as well. Overall the combination of visuals, beautifully filmed fighting scenes, epic music and shocking violence was a great mix. However, the editing felt as some point a bit choppy with some shift between episode that could have been better.
I would truly recommend this series to people looking for an historical drama focusing more on angsty relationship with an hefty amount of horrific mystery rather than deep political content. I loved the dark side of this story and its intense finale despite the writing flaws.
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This drama was so fun to watch! Such a breath of fresh air in the current landscape of k-dramas.
Honestly, I loved everything about this drama. It was such a fun ride, and I anticipated the next episode every week. I was hooked! This was the perfect comedy drama to wrap up my week with! It had just the right amount of romance, friendships, enemies, and funny moments to balance out the story and make each episode enjoyable. I also loved how they did their own twists on typical romance (rom-com) tropes.My only gripe is that the last episode feels slightly rushed. I feel like we could've gotten a more cohesive ending with 16 episodes instead of 12. However, I still enjoyed every episode throughout the drama and could always count on it to give me a good laugh!
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BL Fans and Lovers, this is basically a Clickbait BL Drama that is a straight drama.
I really loved the music, the cinematography, and you can tell they had the budget to make this series good. Though I love how it showed every characters' side stories in their own lives, this very thing was the reason why the series became confusing and lacking of structure.And also, you may expect this to the BLs, however my expections were not met. The straight couple in this drama had more romantic scenes and seemed like the focus of this drama rather than the Seungwon and Heesu.
To the "conservative" and LAME writters and director, why make Heesu the "Main character", and make his name the title of this series when you'd just end up putting the focus on te straight couple instead? ITS ANNOYING. The slow burn was too much. The characters only got to show their initmacy by the end of the drama, while in the middle of all that, Chan young and Ji Yu were already showing how lovey dovey they were.
Are Seungwon and Heesu the main couple, or is it instead Chan Young and Ji Yu? (The straight couple) Like be so for real. It seems like Seungwon and Heesuu (The alleged MAIN GAY COUPLE) were overshadowed by the straight couple instead.
Because the way I see it, with how the Straight couple had more screentime, more affectionate scenes compared to the "MAIN COUPLE", they just Queer baited people.
Nonetheless, DO YOURSELF A FAVOR AND DO NOT WATCH THIS SERIES. (Unless you have time to waste)
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A refreshing version of Boys Over Flowers
I started watching k-dramas/c-dramas because of Boys Over Flowers (the Korean version). So, this story has a very special place in my heart. When I heard about the Thai version, I was excited, yet I was fearful of how the story would be portrayed, since it's quite a problematic love story in theory.Nevertheless, I decided to try and watch it. This version became my favorite. I loved the way they followed the basic storyline but also made it their own. This version turned the series into a coming-of-age story, with complex characters and an interesting and coherent narrative. The friendship between the F4 members was really well portrayed. I could see how they supported each other and how much they cared about their friendship. This series also has a lot of character development, which, in my opinion, wasn’t really there in the Korean version (specially regarding the romance/male lead’s attitude). Thyme was a really likeable character. He truly started to behave differently, treating people better and took responsibility for his actions.
The romance was much healthier and believable. How they fell in love and how Thyme actually acknowledged the fact Gorya wasn’t dating him in the beginning and that he wanted her to like him, but he wasn’t going to force her into a relationship was really refreshing. I could understand why he loved her and why she loved him.
Highly recommend watching this version, whether you have watched the previous ones or if you are new here.
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One of the best!
I didn’t have much expectation with this drama but I didn’t expect that it will be this good. Not boring, not lame and it’s so entertaining. It will make you laugh and cry hard especially in episodes 29 and 30, so heart-wrenching. Added to my fave list. Not that much romance but the friendship is so good. Overall, one of the best!!! If you're in doubt, give it a try and surely you will be hooked. A must watch for sure. Did not regret that I watched this. I will rewatch this for sure. Good job! Good job! Good job! Love it! Love it! Love it!Was this review helpful to you?
I guess the bottom line is, don't bother watching it unless you're a diehard Charlene fan or Mike fan more than I am (which I highly doubt).
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The story begins from a veeery good idea and as usual the first "discovering" episodes are great and interestingly introduce the concepts. But the story is getting looong and loopy as the show goes on. Some characteRs else than the main ones seems not that interesting to me
The cast is awesone. Be it Hyun Bin, and his amazing skills to change himslef into another self. I almost thought there were 2 actors. As for the actress, I did not know about her, she disappointed me in some ways but overall did well. Sung Joon as usual was very good and could turn himself in different character, which was really convincing!
Overall this drama is worth watching but without too much excpectations as it's sometimes plainer that what we would like! I had a great time though!
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Over the top, on crack and hyperbolic, but somehow extremely relatable.
I’m not going to lie, semi-pro alcoholism is not exactly my cup of tea, but somehow, I did not mind it here. It might be the fact that realism went out of the window with the sea of alcohol they were drinking - it was both scary and impressive. I don't think I've drunk as much alcohol in the last 10 years of my life, as they drink in a week.It’s all about these eccentric ladies and their daily struggles as they hit their 30s. Each of the 3 ladies presents a truly unique perspective and approach to life. At times, you might even question how they became such close friends, since the differences are so obvious. That’s one of the best parts of the show - watching them understand each others’ ideas, goals, views and opinions and accepting them.
The comedy is good, well placed, fitting the situation and built on characters' personalities and relations. It’s not all fun comedy though. Each of the female leads have to deal with either past or present traumas and problems, which adds a layer of depth I did not expect when I started the show. These stories also serve as a great social commentary about several issues. All the tears, all the used tissues.
It’s a drama that finds a perfect balance between friendship, work, party and romance. The writer and director knew exactly how much screen time each of these aspects needed to feel like a cohesive picture with no underdeveloped plotlines.
The cast did an amazing job with the characters they played. Were they slightly type-casted based on the real life personalities of the actors? Yes. Being a fan of A Pink, Secret and Super Junior in the past, I can clearly see some similarities between the characters and people who played them.
Overall, I just loved it so much. Being more or less the same age as the main characters, I could not stop myself from relating to a lot of situations they had to deal with, feeling nostalgic about their past, that often was similar to my past experiences. It’s not a perfect show, but for me it was. There was truly nothing that bothered me or I would change.
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Could Have Been Great, but Instead Annoyed Me
Are You Pregnant with My Child? looks like it tried to tell a thought provoking story, but failed miserably.I don't understand everyone in the Youtube comment sections praising the video. It makes all lesbians look bad.
STORY:
A few months prior, Hyunsoo's ex-girlfriend Yeoni had an odd request for him. She asked for his sperm donation so she could try IVF since he had all of the qualities of a perfect man. He asked her if they could do it the more natural way and get back together and she refused, but was adamant about the IVF.
In the present, Hyunsoo meets up with his crush Mihee at a cafe. She has some special news for him... She is pregnant with his child. Hyunsoo is confused until Mihee tells him to remember what happened with his Yeoni. He gets even more confused until Yeoni arrives at the cafe. Mihee and Yeoni reveal that they are getting married and that through IVF, Mihee is carrying Yeoni's egg and Hyunsoo's sperm. Hyunsoo is now heartbroken, but gives them his blessing.
Honestly, this film is annoying and a waste of time. I'm not even sure what angle the film is going for. At a glance it looks like a pro-Lesbian film, but I feel it does the opposite of that. The entire film is about the lesbian couple having a relationship behind this man's back, then tricking him into giving them his sperm for them to have their happily ever after. How is that acceptable? Even if he was dense and didn't notice that they were in a relationship, they should have told him about who was involved with the IVF and why. They blindsided him with the whole pregnancy and their lesbian relationship. He is their friend for crying out loud! Why didn't they tell him?!
Like I said earlier, I don't understand why people in the youtube comment section are praising this lesbian couple and saying it's cute. It's not. It's toxic. They baby-trapped him with no consideration for his feelings. Even if we ignore the fact that they tricked him with IVF, they really have no consideration for him at all. When he excuses himself to take a break and try to understand the situation, they instantly start a make-out session and don't even stop when he comes back. Rude!
OVERALL;
I feel this film is trying to tackle a hard subject and failed miserably. The way that the lesbian couple went behind Hyunsoo's back the entire film really cemented the fact that the girls are toxic people and they deserve each other. I just feel really bad for Hyunsoo since he was deceived in so many ways. I hope that anyone who watches this doesn't try to copy the girls and trick any unsuspecting man like that. If you want to use IVF then go to an agency, or be honest with the guy you are asking sperm from. Realistically speaking. I think if there isn't paper work for this kind of thing, I think the guy can sue the women for custody if you lie to him.... Anyways, back to the film. Don't bother to watch it unless you are delusional or you hate men.
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Want Season 2
Although it wasn't on my original watchlist, the trailer immediately grabbed my interest. I had initially planned to finish the dramas already on my list; however, reviews and engaging reels convinced me to watch this one first. And I must say it was worth it.The most important thing is finally, my boy, Liu Yu Ning, had a happy ending. He is not dead but has a happy family of his own. Just like he said, "He is very good at playing dead." Finally, Wei Shao broke that curse of his.
Qiao Man is a remarkably intelligent, calculative, and scheming young woman. Her primary loyalties lie with her country, its people, and her family. Through her quick thinking and clever strategies, she ensures her clan's safety and well-being. Song Zu'er, who portrays Qiao Man, is exceptionally beautiful and cute; moreover, her acting is truly on point. I have become her fan.
Wei Shao, on the other hand, is driven by revenge and often slow-witted when it comes to matters of romance. Although he may appear cold, he possesses a soft heart. He finds himself torn between his quest for revenge and his love for his wife, yet the safety of his people always comes first. Liu Yu Ning's portrayal of Wei Shao was not disappointing; in fact, he did complete justice to the character.
Loved the chemistry between Song Zu'er and Liu Yu Ning; they were truly "on fire." I sincerely hope they will work together again in future projects.
Loved how even when misunderstandings arose between Qiao Man and Wei Shao, they were always swiftly resolved. They had hater to lover relationship. Once they started to trust each other they had a very wonderful relationship. I love them together.
One remarkable aspect is that Qiao Man was never bullied by the people of Wei State; instead, they consistently showed her respect. On the other hand, Qiao Man's maids repeatedly commented on Wei Shao's cold and rude persona towards her. However, it's understandable why he might act that way, as her grandfather is directly responsible for the deaths of his own grandfather, father, & brother. While I am not suggesting that people should pity Wei Shao, they should at least acknowledge the mistake of Qiao Gui or other members of the Qiao clan in these tragic events.
How can Qiao Man accept Wei Shao to let go of his deep-seated hatred? The fact that he married his enemy's daughter and subsequently fell in love with her is truly significant. Personally, if I were in Wei Shao's position, I would have chosen to eliminate my enemies rather than develop romantic feelings for one. His actions, however, clearly show that the Wei Clan is nothing like the Qiao Clan; they would never betray their family or people, nor would they break their promise. Furthermore, he displayed his kind heart by sending half of his army to fight for the Qiao family, despite their past betrayal of the Wei family, which resulted in the deaths of three generations of Wei men.
Lady Qiao said that Wei is a deathtrap & there, Wei general, Wei Liang, Wei Qu, Wei Xiao & Wei Duo are sharpening their knives to eat meat. What a dangerous place it is!
Although Qiao Man had made up her mind long ago to marry into the Wei family, I disliked how Lady Ding and Qiao Fan emotionally manipulated her. While not directly, every word they uttered hinted at Qiao Man's impending marriage to a peaceful place, while implying Qiao Fan's inevitable suffering.
Loved how Schemer scheming the schemer 🤣😂
Qiao Man fakes crying in front of Liu Yan is funny. Such a drama queen she is!
When Wei Liang said to Wei Shao “Lord won’t you say anything to Qiao Man”, he just said “come here” & Wei Liang said "It’s better you didn’t say anything". That was hilarious.
Qiao Man looked so cute with a crying face; she slapped Wei Shao & then sat down. Laughed at how Wei generals reacted to the scene.
The way Wei Shao broadened his shoulders upon hearing Qiao Man praising about his dashing & heroic looks that she was smitten.
Laughed my asses when Qiao Man faked a cough to stay in Wei Shao's room & Wei Shao's expression was priceless.
Wei Liang recreating the K-Drama "Moon Lover" scene with Xiao Tao.
Loved how Qiao Man defended Wei Shao in front of his mother. It’s true that his mother doesn’t take care of him. Her full attention is on her niece.
The way Wei Shao went straight to bed to avoid getting scolded by Qiao Man is so cute. Totally opposite of what he said to his generals, that I'd fight with her.
I truly appreciate Lady Xu's realistic words to Wei Yan. How could she possibly trust him when she knew who his father was? She feared he would turn out just like him, and even though she understood that day might never come, she was deeply scared. Furthermore, I admired how she managed to raise him despite her hatred for his father, a portrayal that stands in stark contrast to what is typically shown in most dramas.
I find cute how it was Qiao Man first realized her feels for Wei Shao & quickly started to work on it.
Wei Shao avoided being alone with Qiao Man or her approaching him. Also, him spending time with Yang instead of Qiao Man is hilarious.
Laughed so much at Wei Shao's expression & his hand gesture when Yuan Wang said his daughter likes General Liang.
The way three generals were staring at Liang giving his gold dart to Xiao Tao was so funny.
Wei Shao is so clueless about romance. He couldn’t even get that Qiao Man to approach him to get closer to him by extending their journey to wanting to share food with him.
Loved how General Liang & Qu worked together to bring Qiao Man & Wei Shao closer, but it got backfired.
Whenever Wei Shao wants to avoid Qiao Man he could trouble four generals & Gongsun Yang. Also visiting Gongsun Yang's mother or wife.
Wei Shao jealous of Mr. Zhen Shi scenes are quite hilarious.
Laughed how Liang pushed Qu & Gongsun Yang from the path to stand beside Xiao Tao to offer her rice grass, but the way she refused him and the way everyone laughed at it was hilarious.
Laughed how Wei Shao searched for lanterns from the river to see what Qiao Man wished was; that to with his generals' help & their expressions after knowing his intentions. The way generals look at Wei Shao after reading Qiao Man wish is hilarious.
Drunken Qiao Man is so cute.
Wei Shao came for Qiao Ci's aid, but instead he got the heat from Qiao Man.
Initially, Wei Yan was irritating, but he gradually grew on me. He consistently offers useful advice to Wei Shao and, significantly, he never blamed his grandmother after learning the truth about his mother's identity. Instead of seeking protection, he desires to be scolded or even beaten whenever he makes a mistake. Ultimately, his sacrifice was profound: he cut off his own finger to pledge his loyalty to the Wei family and sacrificed his happiness for the sake of Wei Shao and Qiao Man's happiness. Moreover, he consistently prioritizes Wei State above all else.
Wei Shao's shocked face after seeing Mr. Zhen Shi biceps & kept on thinking about it all day & also training to build muscles was hilarious.
Episode 29 & 32 are full on fire. My boy Liu Yu Ning can kiss. He ate her.
Qiao Fan is the same as his father, Qiao Yue, selfish. Didn't feel a little bit of sadness when they passed away.
Loved the scene where Wei Qu carried Wei Liang to fight & rescue Qiao Ping. I'm gonna miss General Squad. How they used to tease each other & trick each other to do work.
Overall, it was worth my time. Loved the show. Also, the chemistry between main leads.
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If I could, I would give this a 0.
It’s heartbreaking to see a novel that moved so many get an adaptation that completely strips away its soul. The depth, meaning, and nuance are all gone. Author Sing N Song must be devastated. Imagine watching characters you created with love get flattened, mischaracterized, and turned into people they are not. It’s insulting.Was this review helpful to you?
Seriously at first I didn't had much interest in this drama . I started this drama becz of the song what I want by NiiHwa.
The story is based on Kim Min Join ( Woo Doo-hwan) and Choi Kang ( Yoo Ji - Tae) who lost their family members . Basically they are fighting for justice. And about romance which is very less mainly slow romance and teamwork is well depicted in it And brotherly love between Seong and Cheetah . In most of the drama we get to know what's going to happen next but here seriously u can't imagine what's going happen in the next few minutes . At the end of each episodes there will be a suspense waiting for u. End of the drama is the best.
Thumbs up for the casting .All of them played their role very well. I actually like Kim Hye-Seong (Noo Ri) even the negative roles were also played well . The chemistry between Min joon and Jang Hang Ri was perfect . Affection of Cheetah towards Oh Seo Ra was also perfect .
About the songs , there are 3 songs in which WHAT I WANT by NiiHwa is the best song for me.
I recommend everyone to watch this drama .It will definitely make u to rewatch it .One of the best drama of 2017
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Firstly, Alice isn't even the main character's name. Her life is more similar to Cinderella than it is to Alice. But I guess it's a play on the words, "Wonderland" and "Earnest." Our heroine, is, in no way, in a wonderland. She hopes to be. She longs to be. She fights for it through earnest determination. And still fails.
This says a lot. Japanese and Korean society relays very much on the concept of hard work and discipline that they have inherited from China's Confucianism. It's no surprise that having to choose between factory life or "elite" life through studying, she chooses the latter because supposedly, education equals to success equals to eliteness. But later learns that her numerous certificates are useless (or no longer in demand) in an advancing technological world.
Soo-nam is at its core represents both affirming this society of hard work and also ultimately rebelling against it. As she experiences that despite all her hard work, despite all her conformity in doing things to achieve her goals—they are in vain. Feeling betrayed by these ideals, she rebells against these imposed rules.
Hence, why there is anger. But it's not the all-out nor is it hidden anger. It's always been there but it's been subtly shown that it didn't feel too overwhelming. In so many ways, it's dark comedic style and almost-Amelie-like editing style helped to show how she's making fun of things instead of making it too overly dramatic—even if the subject matter is.
But ultimately, this style also drags some of the film's major flaws. In some ways, it's also showing that women in love will do anything for the man they love. Just like Memories of Matsuko, does she really need a man in her life? For all the work she's done, is it truly worth it?
In this day and age, women want to be independent and work for themselves. While there's nothing wrong with wanting to build a family, I think there's this underlying tone that seems to imply who gets to give more to the other. It's not so clear-cut and there's certainly a grey area there but I think that's the part of the film that bothers me the most.
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