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Short, Snappy and Fun: A Transmigration Drama That Never Drags
The premise of two friends transmigrating into a book together is one I had already seen several times in vertical dramas, but never in a short horizontal drama. I think it’s a trope that works well in both vertical and horizontal formats, because it doesn’t become heavy-going in either.On top of that, the cast does a very good job. Each actor plays their role convincingly, which makes the story easier to follow and enjoy.
All in all, this is a short drama that fulfils its purpose perfectly: to entertain. No episode drags or feels unnecessary, and the pacing stays brisk from start to finish.
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Worst kdrama ever
Skip this unless you want to fuck up your mental healthWtf was the writer smoking when writing such a pathetic story
The first line of the drama description says a realistic drama - excuse me???
The female lead is unbearable to watch - you just cannot see a character fuck up in every fucking episode
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somewhere btw reality & illusion.. i lost the plot... possibly the point too :\
Not saying the drama was bad... bcz it genuinely had something unique going on... must say the visuals were insanee.. and the atmosphere .. the way it blurred the line between illusion and reality left me questioning whats real and whats not... honestly.. that was something else.But the real thing is WHAT WAS THE POINT OF ALL THIS?
I srsly dont mind ambiguity.. don't mind unresolved endings unanswered questions or even a good cliffhanger... but with this one I just couldn't grasp the motive or the bigger picture behind everything
Maybe I was the one failing to catch the actual idea.. or perhaps the drama itself left the things open to interpretation... either way I finished it with more questions than conclusions.. and its not even that I regret watching it.. this exp itself was interesting.. the concept was unusual.. visuals were absolutely worth appreciating.. and this whole illusion vs reality thing was quite intriguing for me
BUT AFTER ALL THAT...Im just sitting here like... okay? Now what? like one of those dramas where you can appreciate the creativity and still walk away feeling like things didn't connect
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The intro still give me goosebumps
"Karma has it's own path"Phokru has changed so much in these years. Got used to technology, upgraded himself from giving cold looks.
The main thing which scares me that his powers are losing eventually. I also saw that Khem became so emotionally stronger and independent.
Jet and Charn are still those cute couples ngl! I hope Kachen gets his own muse.
Can't wait for their wedding after all these obstacles coming in between and get their happy ending.
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A Trial and Error Relationship
It'a a grounded and emotionally mature romance that focuses less on idealized love and more on the difficulties of actually making a relationship work. Communication, insecurity, intimacy, jealousy and personal boundaries are at the center of the story, and the title becomes increasingly fitting as both leads try to understand not only each other, but also their own feelings.Miwa and Saeko both have very different personalities and insecurities, and the story gives them room to make mistakes without simply presenting one of them as being completely right or wrong. Especially in its more emotional moments, the series does a good job of showing how difficult it can be to express feelings honestly and how easily two people can misunderstand each other.
At the same time, the characters can sometimes feel overly indirect or emotionally stiff, making their motivations harder to understand than they probably need to be. Some conflicts are also somewhat predictable. Still, the emotional development and honest approach to relationships make it a consistently good and rather bittersweet series.
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The last few episodes bring it down quite a notch
When you find out you're an absolute bitch in another reality lolWell, until it doesn't matter anymore.
It's like this drama purposefully decided to go for the least interesting story and payoff, possibly in an effort to subvert viewer expectations. It's also why you have to be careful when trying to subvert expectations as a writer. There's a reason why we have expectations. That's because we "expect" what makes logical sense to happen, to actually happen. Subverting expectations means that something different happens from what we were expecting. It can be a good thing, when done right. It can also just suck. Which takes you out of the story.
It's basically what happened here. This drama started really exciting but fell off in the last few episodes in a mess of contrived, nonsensical writing that maybe should have gone for something a bit more straightforward. A shame because the character setups were great, initially at least.
It's rare that I like the male lead in a kdrama this much, they usually range from obnoxious to outright toxic, so I guess that's one thing this show had going for it. That man was a keeper.
So yeah, mostly just wasted potential here, although with absolutely gorgeous cinematography. Visually it looks stunning. Which makes it even more frustrating that it is, in fact, only decent because of the shit ending.
The more I watch stuff by this writer, the more I come to realize… She really cooked with The Glory, it was lightning in a bottle, and nobody can take that away from her, ever. But apart from that one show... yeah, pretty meh stuff so far
And lastly, please don't write about time travel if you have no idea about how its most fundamental rules work.
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Dont let other peoples opinion judge this show
everyone has different opinions, i was confused before starting this show cuz of the reviews saying lack of communication or waste of time toxic etc but i said imma ignore the review and start it. not gonna give any spoilers in my opinion this show is worth it the actors fit the roles perfectly cute lil FL and arrogant lil mf ML but the story and love pacing is quite good, its only 24 episodes made me kinda sad but ending is also nice, just give it a shot may like it or may not you can just drop it if you dont like it no tuff feelings gangWas this review helpful to you?
A stark raving mad story about survival, hurt, revenge and self-destruction
This film reminds me of "Cloud Atlas" and "The Host" (dir. Bong Joon Ho). I.e.: it can be as Deep as the viewer wants, or as Shallow. The director does not hold viewers' hand throughout but sprinkles in hints and "easter eggs" and let's US decide what to take from each character, from each scene and from the whole shebang.It is a wildly insane and wheezing-laughter inducing fun ride (if you are open to the possibilities and the absurd). For sure the plot-armour is armouring here and CGI looks like CGI, but I like to think that it's all on purpose.
Immediately after the screening, I wished for a sequel but the more I live with the film, more I realise: I don't care either way. I am just happy the film exists and that I got to watch this b@tshit crazy amusement ride on the big screen. I know it's not listed as a comedy, but it definitely is one. Don't get me wrong, it has horror and thriller elements and it is a genre defying picture, but it IS most definitely, from start to finish, an SK comedy.
It might suffer from lack of character-arcs but, damn, it is a "monster flic" and in this it delivers heaps. It has a definitive One main character - the cowardly lousy cop, who is gifted (because of his fear) lucky plot armour. Everyone else there is the supporting cast. The cop as it turns out does possess dignity and grows to have courage (mostly in the events, when he realises he's not there to fight alone).
By the middle and definitely the end of the film I was rooting the same amount for the humans as for the aliens, I hated and loved them both equally, because for me it was a story about survival, hurt, revenge, and self destruction. Both sides suffered dearly and nearing the end, humans (some more than others) looked alien, while aliens seemed to have more humanity (then expected at the beginning).
I cannot say whether it is a good film, whether it is an homage to the genres the film encompases, or whether it is a parody of said genres. I can, however, say - the film has soul, it was made with care of what is human, of what is inhuman, it was made with magnificent visuals; superb lighting; characters you can't stop hating and caring for at the same time. For me it will be worth a second watch.
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who are you ?
definitely recommendedno need to write the review just watch it
one of the best ever drama
school 2015: Who Are You — A Drama I’ll Always Remember
Some dramas are more than just stories, and *Who Are You: School 2015* will always hold a special place in my heart.
The plot is engaging, emotional, and full of mystery. The story of Go Eun-byul and Lee Eun-bi, two identical girls living completely different lives, explores identity, friendship, school life, bullying, love, and the struggles of growing up. The twists keep you curious, but it is the emotional depth of the characters that makes the drama truly memorable.
Kim So-hyun absolutely shines in her dual role. Her ability to portray two characters with such different personalities and emotions is remarkable. The supporting cast also adds so much charm to the story, making the drama even more special.
But what makes this drama particularly meaningful to me is that it was my very first Korean drama. It was the one that introduced me to Korean culture and opened the door to an entirely new world — K-dramas, K-pop, Korean music, and everything that makes the Korean entertainment world so fascinating.
Looking back, it wasn't just a drama I watched; it was the beginning of a whole new interest. No matter how many Korean dramas I watch in the future, *School 2015: Who Are You* will always be special because it was where my K-world journey began. ❤️
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The concept is interesting—a mix of Squid Game, Alice in Borderland, and Stranger Things. But the execution is where things start to fall apart.
The biggest problem is that the story revolves around a single character, so you never really worry about him because you already know he’s going to survive until the finale. It would’ve worked much better if the story focused on a team or a group of characters, like Squid Game and Alice in Borderland, where you actually get attached to multiple characters and their fates feel uncertain.
Another HUGE problem is the runtime. The episodes are way too short for a story like this. The games themselves feel illogical because there’s barely enough time to establish their rules, stakes, or logic. A 50-minute runtime would’ve allowed the writers to develop the story and backstories properly. The show does try to provide some explanations towards the end, but by then, you can’t help wondering why we had to sit through eight episodes of pointless buildup.
I recently watched a fantasy show called Carrie, and comparing its buildup with this show makes it painfully obvious how poorly this one is written. Even without revealing much, that show manages to make things feel coherent rather than completely illogical.
Another major issue is the lack of character development. The protagonist is terrified by the horrifying events in the first episode, yet he seems to be at almost the exact same level of fear by episode 7. Like, seriously? Where is the character development?
Disappointing, especially considering how interesting the concept was.
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Unfortunately, I think everything started falling apart around episode 5. The series had a genuinely promising concept, but the writers simply failed to develop it properly. What could have been something really exciting gradually turned into something rather disappointing.
If there happens to be a second season, I'm not even sure whether I'd be excited to watch it. There just wasn't enough to make me look forward to more.
Overall, it's a one-time watch. Nothing particularly special, and definitely not something I'd feel the need to revisit.
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TWO MANIACS IN LOOOOVE!!
First of all, I loved the concept and the plot. Different from the typical fluffy, Uni/Office romcom.One is a "no commitments" maniac. Other is a "no relations" maniac. These two try dating. What can go wrong?
If you want to, you can defend both the characters. And you can find red flags in both of them too.
Personally, I wouldn't get involved with a person like Dean. But then he is not a bad person. He makes his intentions clear and goes with the flow. And also, personally, I will have a hard time (emotionally) around someone like Moth. But then he is not a bad person too. He is not at all interested in the idea of dating. He is so unbothered by others that it comes across as rude and selfish.
Problems arose when they start seeing each other without genuine feelings or proper communication. And that lack of communication bothered me throughout the series. At first when they where arguing and being mean to each other, I didn't mind it because they were not "genuinely" into each other. But after catching feelings, I wish they were easy on each other and themselves.
Especially, the last episode. I didn't get what was the issue there. They were both clearly in love. I was screaming "COMMUNICATEEEE". But anyways the second half of the ep had me giggling and kicking my feet.
So, even though Dean & Moth sometimes made me angry and frustrated, I am happy that they got together at the end. The character development they both had was so beautiful to watch.
Second, the acting and chemistry. Oh. My. God. WilliamEst exceeded themselves in this series. What a development!!! There were scenes where my jaw was on the floor because the acting was too good. Also the chemistry waahhh I don't know what to say.
Third, Ten & Pun was sooo adorable! Felt like a proud mom to see Barcode's improvement in acting. I wish they both get more works together.
Lastly, the ending was a little bit rushed for me but I don't mind it that much. Loved the OSTs, the costumes, and the cinematography. It was beautiful ♥
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Weirdly Cozy Mystery vibes
So can a drama surrounding the awful deaths of dancing girls and the murder of parents be called a Cozy Mystery? Actually yes. I really enjoyed this drama even with the heavy themes at the end. The cast was absolutely charming and had great chemistry. It was just the right show that wasn't as heavy and had a happy ending. I looked forward to an episode every day. A very nice and at times silly show that will give you a really nice break.Was this review helpful to you?
LOVE IT!!
One of my absolute favorite dramas with the amnesia trope. Honestly, I’ve watched a few dramas featuring memory loss before and I completely hated them, but the amnesia plot in this specific drama is actually so fun, unique, and engaging. I love every single element of it, making it easily one of my all-time favorites.Was this review helpful to you?
There's really nothing in this drama
A Big disappointment. Each episode fails to create any excitement of curiosity about what comes next, the horror is there, the mystery is there, the supernatural elements are there but all these were nothing but just laying on the words. The visual effects, especially the green screen work fell unconvincing and take away from overall experience. Even star cast like Lee Jae wook, Go Min Si, Kim Min Ha seem rather ordinary acting here. Their performance lack the impact needed to keep audiance invested. Honestly except Ep 02 there's no gripping moments, no strong emotional aspect and nothing that makes you genuinely look forward to the next episode. It feels like a struggle to sit through.Also Netflix needs to rethink its script selection from time to time. It's high time them to start prioritising Good writing over flashy productions.
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