Reviews

Whisper of the heart is one of my favourite ghibli movies, and I always felt that I would love to watch what happens after the ending.
Considering the story following Seiji and Shizuku, I think their relationship status throughout the movie makes perfect sense, however, I personally think the scene or drama caused with the other girl was totally unnecessary and the feelings that took Shizuku to Italy were enough to cause that struggle between them, without the need for a jealousy situationship that after all was never resolved and lasted 10 seconds only to cause the breakup. This scene is probably the main reason I am not giving this movie a higher score.
The other reason is the song. I am sorry but whisper of the heart is not the same withou country roads, also since this version is about Seiji coming back to Japan, and finding it to be the inspiration for his music, I think country roads would have been a better fit, but oh well it is a lovely soundtrack anyway.
The acting was alright and overall I really enjoyed it. If mimi wo sumaseba is one of ur top ghibli movies, you will most likely appreciate this.

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❤️

This drama is 1 year old! From the day it was released, I was told so many times to watch this. I watch K drama to escape reality and watch some unrealistic romcom/comedy/thrilling kdrama. I never thought of watching an life changing kdrama till this.
After watching this I understood so many points of life actually. It may not be same for every people. This made me realise what is love genuinely, how it feels to love someone and to be loved by someone unconditionally.
This drama surely holds a special place in my heart. I never knew I can cry like this while watching out Kdrama!! if Gwan-sik didn't die at last I think I would have given it 10/10. I don't know it just makes me really sad that when it was his time to enjoy the life he was struggling about right that moment he left this world. I swear this was the scene i cried my heart out.
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Final say...life can be really tough but you have to live your own life, find the sunshine and be happy🌷

note: Also the editing should have been more better😭. The way it shifted to one time to another, that was quite confusing. I get it why ppl are mad about the editing and story telling stylee:3

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Gripping

March 2026
I got into this pretty quick and had to force myself to stop watching.
I'm late to the party, so with no hype or spoilers, didn't know how the story would unfold.
Initially I found the character of police woman Cha Soo-young to be somewhat insipid, especially given her unique talent.
However, whilst she wasn't always adept at defending herself, her character did grow.
I found the arc for Hwang Hwa-young to be a bit odd, and I honestly didn't get her sometimes.
The push from above to get cases resolved at any cost, isn't new in dramas, but it sure came at a price in this one.
Some characters were loathsome, and I liked that they paid for it.
Jang Hyuk as Oh Hyun-jae was excellent and there was no over acting or unnecessary shouting, which seems to sometimes be written into his characters.
Some lighter moments, but mostly drama and action.
I found the storyline for Soo-young a little disappointing; there was a lot of mystery around the event that drove her, but I felt its culmination a bit lacklustre. It felt very much like it took a major back seat.
The main plot, however, was well done. Twists, turns and surprises.
I'd readily watch this again some time.

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a weak actress with a whole list of great actors in a waste script and story

What a waste of time and talent. a few established, talented actors in a meaningless drama. manipulation of young women on a grand scales. sexy actors that take the eyes for views. the story and the script is mediocre. in the last year a lot of good actors have acted in mediocre dramas. what is happening in korea? so much talent ruined by a very bad script.

Ji soSoo you have to take some acting classes. Your eyes don't transmit anything. Sorry but you did not touch any centimeter of my heat with your acting. I dont hate you but you are not my cup of tea as an actor.

AI implants and propaganda, disempowerment and fake life. Manipulation and sale of souls.

Anyway the new generations no longer have any self-worth, and life values. it is easy to fall prey to an artificial life. Better watch the movie HER and learn something. you really don't learn anything from here.

I loved to see Seo In Guk & Yoo In Na but they deserve a good script.
I cant recommend this. is my second worst drama after our universe (her universe) in 2026.

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NONEXISTENT CHEMISTRY in a romance drama. A nightmare!

This is bad ya'll ...
This ain't it. Firstly, the script is lacking in every way. Its like watching some low quality internet web series.

Secondly, the lead actress is terrible at acting. Seo in guk was fine but he couldn't create chemistry...this is probably the only drama where he has failed to create a chemistry and you can't blame him fo that.

Thirdly, the direction isn't great either. Looks like the director thought star power will power his/her career as well. I haven't given any spoilers but i can tell you that this drama isn't worth your time.

Edit: Nothing is more annoying than Idol fans complaining about reviews.

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Boyfriend on Demand: A Perfect Blend of Romance, Chemistry, and Cinematic Beauty.

I genuinely enjoyed this drama from beginning to end. What impressed me the most was the chemistry between all the characters. The relationship between the main leads felt very natural and effortless, and their interactions never looked forced. Jisoo and Seo In Guk portrayed their characters with such comfortable and realistic romantic acting that it made the emotional moments feel very genuine and romantic moments were🤭🤭🤭☺️☺️ I felt like I am intruding them😁.

Another thing I really loved about the drama was how even the cameo appearances blended so well with the storyline. The interactions between the female lead and the cameo characters added freshness to the narrative and made the story feel more lively and interesting.

Visually, the drama is absolutely beautiful. The locations were stunning and added a dreamy atmosphere to the story. The cinematography captured these settings perfectly, making many scenes feel almost cinematic. The direction was also very smooth, and the pacing of the story was well balanced. The editing kept the flow of the episodes engaging without feeling rushed or dragged.

The production quality deserves special mention as well. The VFX were used subtly but effectively, enhancing certain scenes without looking exaggerated. Everything felt polished and carefully put together.

I also really loved the OST. The music complemented the emotional tone of the drama perfectly and made many scenes even more memorable.

Overall, Boyfriend on Demand is a very enjoyable drama with a charming storyline, beautiful visuals, and great performances. The chemistry between the actors, especially Jisoo and Seo In Guk, is one of its strongest points, and it makes the romance feel warm and believable. It is definitely a drama I would happily recommend to anyone who enjoys romantic K-dramas with strong character connections and beautiful production quality.

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I Don't Know...

I've only watched 2 episodes and I don't know if I want to keep watching. It's probably on me for not watching trailers or reading the description, I saw Jisoo and most of my pretend boyfriends in a Rom-Com and I thought that'd be cute, I assumed she'd be actually dating all of them so when I realized it's VR I was already dissapointed.

I can't say much about the plot since I only watched 2 out of 10 episodes, but it's so boring, and honestly not good, from what I've seen this woman is going to get addicted to A.I men and completley ignore the flesh and blood hunk she has in front of her, to then finally realize he's the one and live happily ever after. I wish at least that she'd have more interacctions with him, she probably will but, i don't know if I have the patience. I am tempted to watch solely because the next boyfriend is Seo Kangjoon, I'm not invested in the story at all. Also I don't know if it's my T.V settings or if it's the drama, but every time she goes into the V.R it gets too bright, I kept having to adjust the brightness I started with the birghtness at 52% and ended at 25%. it might be my T.V or some weird editing choice, a combination of both I'm not sure, but it's so annoying.

After reading through the comments and reviews of people who actually finished this, I've decided to drop it, I really wanted to see all the hunky men, but, it's not worth it.

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“A Wholesome Journey of Love, Family, and Dreams

In a time when many dramas chase flashy plots and dramatic twists, Love Story in the 1970s stands out as a quiet, heartfelt story that deserves far more praise and higher ratings than it currently receives.(Currently 8.5)
What makes this drama special is its beautiful writing and well-crafted characters. Every character feels real and meaningful, and most importantly, each of them receives a satisfying emotional closure. No one feels unnecessary or forgotten. Their journeys—small or big—are thoughtfully explored.
One of the most heart-warming aspects of the drama is its portrayal of relationships beyond romance. The story beautifully highlights family bonds, in-laws, and even the warmth of neighborhood communities. Instead of focusing only on the couple, the drama shows how people grow together—supporting one another through hardships, celebrating achievements, and slowly building their dreams.
The romance itself is gentle and mature. Rather than relying on exaggerated confessions, the drama teaches that love is expressed through actions, responsibilities, promises, and everyday care. Watching the characters grow closer through behavior and sacrifice feels natural and deeply touching.
I’ve heard that the original novel contains even more story beyond what the drama shows. Still, the adaptation does a remarkable job. One common issue with many C-dramas is that they struggle to maintain interest until the final episodes. However, Love Story in the 1970s is one of the rare exceptions for me. From episode 1 to episode 29, I enjoyed every moment of the journey.
The drama captures a pure slice-of-life atmosphere—wholesome, nostalgic, and emotionally comforting. It doesn’t rely on unnecessary drama; instead, it gently reminds us of the beauty of ordinary life, love, and human connection.
A warm, nostalgic, and wholesome drama that truly deserves more recognition. Highly recommended.

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a genuine wholesome powerful drama that is absolutely worth watching!!!

If you are looking for a drama that is fun, wholesome, emotional, and surprisingly motivating**, then **High School Return of a Gangster is seriously something you should not miss.
At first glance it may look like a simple story, but once it starts, it pulls you in so smoothly that you don’t even realize how attached you’ve become to the characters. The drama balances comedy, emotions, and powerful moments in such a cool way that every episode feels entertaining and meaningful at the same time.
The biggest strength of this show is its characters. Not only the main lead, but even the side characters feel real and memorable. Their personalities, struggles, and growth are shown so well that you start rooting for them naturally. The acting from the entire cast is absolutely amazing and the chemistry between the characters makes many scenes feel both funny and heartfelt.
Another thing that makes this drama stand out is its vibe. It’s not just intense or serious all the time. It has many fun, light, and wholesome moments that make you smile (hyped up too) while also giving you scenes that hit emotionally when you least expect it.
And beneath all that entertainment, the story carries a really strong message. It reminds you that life can change if you don’t give up, that courage and determination matter, and that even difficult situations can lead to growth.
Overall, this drama is cool, entertaining, emotional, and genuinely satisfying from start to finish. It’s the kind of show that makes you laugh, makes you care about the characters, and leaves you feeling inspired by the end.

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Honest n critical review- what u shud know before making it ur next watch!

Let's start with my opening statement - actors and visuals are GREAT.. storyline uhmm.. debatable. I'll tell you why.

The reason why I watched this drama was because Dashing Youth, The Blood of Youth and Blood River were fantastic dramas.
Into the details!
1. The actors: all the main actors did a fantastic job overall, and I especially loved the female villain. Even though the scope was limited as it is a short/mini drama, the actors did their best and it can be seen.
2. Storyline/plot: there isn't much to the story tbh, so if u r expecting a plot like the three dramas I mentioned earlier, get ready to be disappointed!
3. Scenes: many a time, the scenes seemed unrelated making it hard to follow the plot. Also, the opening of the next episodes could be completely different from where they left off in the previous episode.
4. Chemistry/brotherhood: written and portrayed very well! Hats off!

In short, if u r bored and hv nothing to watch at hand, u can try it out. I didn't find anything really attractive in this drama to put it in my rewatch list. For ppl like me who value storylines more, it was kinda disappointing.

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So fun, visually stunning, emotionally deep and living up to its potential!

I always make my decision on whether a drama is good or not based off of my willingness to watch all the scenes and story in which the main leads are not in. If I just skip through, then the drama hasn't been done well enough to keep me interested in the other characters and story plot points. But I'm loving every part of this drama! It has been so much fun.

I've seen a lot of reviews criticizing the editing and storytelling and saying it is done poorly. But there are different variations and methods to directing and I think we should be careful before saying 'it is done bad', when really it isn't done the way you normally like it. Bad editing has to do with clipping shots, incomplete motions, going from one angle to another and not having the depth and angles line up so that it jars on the eyes. I haven't seen these things. The issue I think they really have is the story boarding, and this is referring to how the story gets told.

This drama is storyboarded more like a shounen than a romance drama. I think many people thought that it was going to be more of a romance drama than a heroes adventures drama. I really enjoy the heroes adventure type dramas which focus on painting a bigger picture than just the story between the main leads. The story is going to be moving from many different characters perspectives and often, and certainly in this case doing back storytelling. It can feel like jumping from one scene into another. I get that some people don't feel this flows well. I have noticed we don't get as many long scenes like in romance focused dramas do and I confess I would have liked many scenes to be a little longer. But I think they did a fantastic job overall. I was super interested in the older generation's stories just as much as our main leads story. They wove all of these generations together into one big story that was truly exciting to watch.

So our main leads are viewers themselves of the stories of the older generation, and we are getting told piece by piece as their present story unfolds. I swear, never has a title 'generation to generation' been so on point with telling us exactly what this drama revolves around. If you don't force the story into a box, you will absolutely enjoy it. The way the story has been given has constantly left me on the edge of my seat, wondering what will happen next without drawing things out too long. With long dramas it is normal to feel bored or just be trying to get through the episodes but I'm not feeling that way with this drama. I'm just wanting more!

For the directing, storyboarding and editing, truly it's rated at something like a 7-8. It isn't bad. But it's also not doing anything exceptional or new.

I think the main leads in this drama have so much chemistry that feels natural. This just makes watching them together a wonderful and fun experience. I love the characteristics of the main leads. They also feel refreshing and new. So many dramas really give the main leads the same temperaments and it can feel boring or trivial.

The sets are actually really nice. They feel new and expansive. The colour and toning is gorgeous, giving this drama a dark moody vibe yet also a with a bright magical vibe. The world feels fantastical and vibrant. So many gorgeous epic shots of this magical landscape. The costumes have a new feeling as well with the styling. And the fabrics and colours are wonderful. They play a wonderful part in setting the vibe and creating that 'this is new world' I've never seen feeling.

And excuse me! But Zhou Yiran were have you been all my life!!!!!! So happy for him that he is starting to get more lead roles and I believe and hope that this drama will and is setting his career on an upward trajectory. He is super talented! And literally looks like an anime character come to life! I went and did research, that is his voice! It isn't a voice actor, which a lot of dramas use. Oh! I'm a big fan of his now and just loving seeing him do his thing. Great acting, truly.

Bao sheng En is lovely as well. I really enjoyed her acting and bringing a new quality to the main female lead. She is not that overdone clumsy or bubbly girl, nor is she the overdone go getter, strong, I can do it on my own girl. She is very beautiful and is truly giving us a great character to fall in love with. She feels insightful and careful while being laid back. She is strong, and it naturally comes through but hasn't made that the main focus of her character.

Also, the main leads are, one from the demon sect and one from the righteous sect. The story also has a unfolding of uncovering the righteous sects' secrets and in turn seeing the demon sect in a different light. There is a theme through making the characters and viewers look at what is good and what is evil - it isn't about what sect you are in but the individuals intentions and actions. Can our MLs face dispelling prejudice from both sides and find a harmonious solution?

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this drama. It is my favorite so far this year. Episode 22 is the best!!!! I loved this drama. The ending was perfect. What a phenomenal job the actors and crew did! Thank you so much!

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I know a girl who's soft and sweet / She's so fine, she can't be beat / Got everything that I desire

The web series Candy is a small and curious television production, which fits into the GL (girls love) rom-com genre. With its eight episodes of about half an hour each, it is easy to follow and manages to intrigue the viewer, even if it does not always fully explore its characters.

The story focuses on the reunion between Lin Can, now an established actress, and Nuan Nuan, her school friend from years ago. The two girls had been very close in the past, but a scandal linked to their relationship and hostility from their families had led to a painful separation. When they meet again as young adults, their feelings for each other seem to have not faded at all: Lin Can appears determined and direct, while Nuan Nuan remains shyer and more cautious. Under the pretext of hiring her as a personal assistant, the two begin to live together, slowly reopening a relationship that had been left unresolved.

Alongside the main couple, another romantic dynamic develops between manager Si Han and famous actress Jiang Wan. This quartet of characters gives rise to a narrative made up of skirmishes, subtle jealousies and romantic moments, in which the drama alternates between light-hearted comedy and more melodramatic passages.

One of the most interesting elements is the frequent use of flashbacks, which gradually reveal the characters' pasts and the reasons for their break-up. These flashbacks also paint a rather critical picture of the adult world: autocratic fathers, possessive or violent men, and unscrupulous figures of authority represent the main obstacles to the women's freedom. In this sense, the series introduces, without fully developing it, an almost “social” dimension linked to the difficulties the young women have had to face in their lives.

Not everything, however, always appears perfectly harmonised. Some narrative developments – such as episodes of sudden violence or situations bordering on thriller – introduce stronger tones than the prevailing romantic lightness. Even the psychological construction of the characters sometimes remains barely hinted at: many emotions are suggested rather than fully explored, probably also due to the relatively short length of the series.

The urban setting, on the other hand, is interesting: modern, clean and almost futuristic cities, often shown with surprisingly empty streets. This visual choice creates a particular, almost suspended atmosphere, which contributes to giving the show a fairly recognisable visual identity.

The overall tone remains delicate, however. The scenes between the main characters are constructed with restraint and discreet sensuality, without ever slipping into vulgarity. The title itself, “Candy”, refers to a small recurring gesture between Lin Can and Nuan Nuan: the exchange of sweets to soften difficult moments, a simple but effective metaphor for their bond.

Of course, we are not dealing with works as structured as queer cinema classics such as “Desert Hearts” or “The Incredibly True Adventure of Two Girls in Love”. However, Candy remains a curious and enjoyable little series, capable of functioning exactly like the gesture of giving sweets: simple, discreet, but able to sweeten the viewer's experience. The ending is beautiful and compensatory.

7/10

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AI proganda in the year of our Lord, 2026

I was taught to keep to myself if I have nothing good to say. But perhaps if the good and the bad are mixed together, we can come up with an honest review.

Positives 👍
It’s really visually nice to look at. Everything is clean, bright, and colorful. You will never have to turn your brightness all the way up like in those HBO shows, but I digress. The actor lineup is impressive. I believe the casting director might have asked how many love interests the female lead needed, and the production team just replied with a yes. (I know that’s the whole point of the drama—the multiple love interests.) The music, production, and acting were all okay.

Negatives 👎
The downfall was probably the plot. I wasn’t sure if it was plot-driven or character-driven. Either way, I did not care about the plot or the characters, which is a shame because it’s a visually stunning drama. The drama had so many romantic encounters, but somehow none of them felt earned. Therefore, it was hard to connect with or root for anyone.

Personal opinion (you can skip this part)
I hate to do this. I could just leave my score and scram, but here we are. The main thing that I struggled to sit with was the propaganda of virtual reality and AI. We know AI dating is becoming a thing, and it’s preying on human loneliness to feed the AI companies with annual subscriptions. Somehow this drama is promoting all that. I think the vision of the crew behind this drama was: we can either join the movement of AI or fight it and we all know which road they took.
Another thing I was wondering is how destructive the Boyfriend on Demand reality was to her actual life. She was constantly having to escape reality to be in this fake world that she had to pay for. This could have worked as a thriller or horror although i believe black mirror already showed us this.
I will stop now. ✋️

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Rom-com lovers, rejoice—romance comedy is officially back!

Jisoo absolutely shines in Boyfriend On Demand on Netflix. The story is light, cute, and full of charming moments that make it impossible not to smile while watching. It’s the kind of series that reminds you why rom-coms are so comforting and fun in the first place.

What really makes the show work is Jisoo herself. She is gorgeous and brings such a natural warmth and charisma to the role, and her chemistry with her co-stars really feels effortless. Whether the scene is sweet, awkward, or lol funny, she makes it feel genuine and engaging.

It’s the perfect easy watch—adorable, entertaining, and full of heart. Plus the numerous eye candy is also worth mentioning. The casts are all pretty.

If you’re looking for something that will brighten your mood, Boyfriend On Demand is definitely worth adding to your Kdrama and Netflix list.

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