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A series where you need to be neutral yet empathetic to enjoy fullest
This series is really for the people who loves series where the characters keep challenging them. You can't judge DeanMoth in your typical black-and-white glasses cos they aren't the typical "good" people but they aren't villains too. They're just a bit unusual people trying to live their life in their unusual way and that's what make it all more fun.Was this review helpful to you?
At last...something with good acting
I am getting tired of the actors' childish acting , expressionless faces, and recurring/boring plots in Cdramas lately. So I have been anticipating this show due to the interesting trailers.I have seen some dramas of the FL, but I do not follow her. I am a visual person, and finds dramas more engaging if the main leads' features are to my liking. Dramas by Dilraba, Zhao Lusi, Zhao Liying are usually the ones I would check out, but even some of theirs' have been disappointing lately. However, when I do watch a drama by this FL, I am not disappointed because of her great acting. ML, on the other hand, is very charming and just my "cup of tea" . He needs better dramas like these. However, this drama is more female centric, and does not allow him to show much of his acting prowess.
This drama is light and inspirational. No harem and FL doesn't get tortured- able to resolve issues quickly using her wits. Reminds me of Flourished Peony by Yang Zi. It also shows the value of friendships and family relationships well. It may be too unrealistic for some , but hey, this is fiction. So if you prefer an engaging, light drama like me, this is the one to watch.
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P.S: If a GMM staff is reading these comments, please advise your bosses to promote the serie properly. I'm literally begging atp
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was seated until it was ragebait...
updated review:I follow the main actors, that's why I was excited for this!
but what an awkward first episode! the story seemed very flat at first...
what did not help our FL is the weak initial vengeance trope... episode 1 starts the story at a random time: why her plan starts now? what does she know? why does she hate everyone so bad but has no clue what happened?
Eventually our FL grows in her role, by now (ep8) she is great, but i'm still not sure on her character: she is smart, weary, vengeful... but is she reckless? will the story always magically put her ahead of everyone and we dont know how? Good character depiction is also a production effort: can we see enough of her planning especially when things go wrong instead of plot armour? we don't get enough transparency in what is actually going on in the FL perspective, so for the viewer her actions just look random. sometimes she panics, sometimes she drops the best ruse... ?!
WHO IS SHE BEYOND HER REVENGE PLAN?
also i can say the same thing for ML!!
script is very revenge- plot intense, it looks like characters have nothing else to do so we don't have a lot to build around the revenge.
i usually like melodrama but the story twists much like ragebait.
beautiful cinematography and visuals...the aesthetic and world building is very nice but it still lacking richness ! i don't know yet if this drama will be memorable!
The ost is very dramatic and beautiful!
I'm following along for now, the story doesn't seem very complex: i am curious enough about the main couple to keep watching!
update: i am dropping it... this show has 2 GREAT episodes, and the rest was yoyo for me.
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charming adaptation very close to the original.
I really loved this, even though it is basically a scene-for-scene remake of the original. Like there was not any retelling elements in the story, I did like how they had a comic book style of some of the scenes, like the show has so many scenes where you can see that this is def a comedy. I really enjoyed that element in the show. SO yeah, it follows the source material incredibly closely, but honestly, that didn’t bother me at all. If anything, I really enjoyed seeing how they would handle the characters, the story, and all of those familiar moments in their own little unique way. Even though its basically the same as the Korean one.I ate this show up, because they followed it so closely. I binged the entire thing in a day and had such a fun time watching it. It really captured the comedic feeling of the original, which was one of the things I enjoyed most. Watching it honestly felt like getting to relive my first experience with the story, like it was like watching something so known yet so new, love it. I am a sucker for remakes because I love to see how different countries handle the same source material. I was reliving not only watching the original drama but also my later reading the manhwa. (I even own the books, so I already have a huge soft spot for this story and its premise.)
The acting was good, the production felt polished, and I especially loved the comic-book styling they used throughout this one. You could actually really feel that there was a lot of care put into recreatimg the feel of the original.
Yes I cant deny it, it is very, very close to the source material but that doesn’t make it a bad show in itself. I actually think they did a lot of things right with this adaptation. It was fun, charming, and exactly the kind of adaptation I wanted it to be. I genuinely had a blast watching it. Mayve if you liked the original you will also like this one.
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CH3 has delivered a script even LenaMiu can save.
The writing is unbelievable, the dialog is simply bad. There are multiple scenes that just are notAnd then there is the physical assault and sexual assault.
This isn't the "gown up" script I thought they wanted. This is rape with high production values.
Dark themes are fine if you are going to give them time and make the characters do the work to fix it. I have no confidence they will do that in this series. I'm sure someone will be by to defend their rape fantasies as "dark romance."
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Lonely, sad, and lovely.
Our Youth was a series I started on a whim. I really didn't have any beforehand knowledge on what the series was going to be about besides what's written in the description which is rather short and vague. I came into the series thinking it would be somewhat similar to I Cannot Reach You, but was quickly disillusioned. Our Youth is a very sad story that delves into a lot of serious topics, the main one being child abuse.If I had known this before hand I probably wouldn't have watched it tbh. I don't really like watching sad dramas, but kudos to where they are deserved. The writers and director did a really great job depicting these problems and showing how teenagers might react to them. The actors also did a great job bringing the characters to life and making the story feel very believable. I enjoyed watching their budding relationship, but honestly I wasn't particularly happy with the ending/special episode. Even though the two characters do find their happy ending together, it still felt rather lonely. I know that's one of the themes of the story, but this series was made in 2024 and the characters were acting like it's 2014 when it comes to people's views on homosexuality. I really didn't understand why the writers chose to have the characters stay in the closet, especially considering that one of the problems the characters faced was loneliness/isolation, so to end the story without them fully overcoming that felt like a bit of a let down even if their relationship at the end was very sweet and lovely.
General info for anyone wanting to know:
• Is the series spicy/nsfw? No, there are only a handful of kissing scenes, no nc scenes.
• Is there violence or noncon? Yes, this show depicts child abuse in its entirety and shows bloodshed.
• Is there a love triangle? No.
• Is the special episode worth watch? Yes, it concludes the story.
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wasted potential, needed more development in the plot
This show really caught my attention with the whole crime scene cleaner intro, it felt very promising and it started with so much potential. Like the premise alone immediately caught my attention because, from the top of my head, I can't think of many stories around crime-scene cleaners, i know that its not the main plot but it really caught my attention. Combined with themes of trafficking, corruption, suspense, action, and romance, it sounded like it could make for a really interesting and unique story.Unfortunately, I felt that the execution that the directors/writers didn't live up to the potential of the premise. The plot became increasingly confusing as we went along the short episodes, and there were several moments where I wasn't even sure what was actually happening or where the story was trying to go. The development felt very minimal. Nothing basically. It kinda made me sad to see such potential being wasted. I just dont feel like there just wasn't enough depth built into the story for me to feel like I had a strong sense of where the characters or plot could go.
Gotta admit, I also found the episode lengths a little strange. I went into the show expecting idek maybe like roughly 15-minute episodes+/- , but the extremely long end credits genuinely threw me off.
Overall, I really wanted to like Unfold because its premise was so unique and promising. I just really do wish the show had taken more time to develop its ideas prior to the release orgive the show more time, either more episodes or longer episodes idk. YK sit on the plot a bit more, make it better. It felt like there was a genuinely interesting concept underneath it all, but it never quite reached its potential.
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dissapointng
I was really interested in this series after seeing the plot, but it ended up being quite disappointing. The relationships weren’t explored as deeply as I’d hoped. The plot suggested that the protagonists would struggle to understand whether their feelings were genuine or influenced by their bond, but that aspect got a little lost in the series, which disappointed me. Still, I looked forward to every episode, so maybe binge-watching it would’ve bored me even more tbh. I really liked “My Stubborn” (despite all the criticism), and I was hoping to see Oat and Boat again in a more complex relationship.Was this review helpful to you?
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AGAINST THE CURRENT OF MELODRAMA! best script in a long time!
by far one of the best scripted shows in 2026.. i wasn't hoping for much, i like both main actors and i know they are brillant to give nuanced character depiction.But such a classic plot of "a family treated for treason where the daughter survives " can easily turn annoying, melodramatic and cliché....
Now that I have completed this series, I realize it was a very ambitious one, and well executed almost perfectly.
here are things that amazed
- The story is tight and smart. the production trusts its viewers without including overly repetitive, dumb, or too obvious plots.
- our Lianxiang and ML both are resourceful in their own ways and the plot is unfolds brilliantly and subtly without too many flashbacks/ sensational clichés.. While this story has romance, it is not the center of the story and understanding why is part of the series concept on women's lives.
- with 47 episodes, the story evolves at a GREAT PACE.
- main characters really appropriated their stories in a way that makes a classic story be original: FL journey as maid is so realistic and her motivations are really interesting to follow along.
-many support actors are also so brillant in their roles!! its nice to see!
- By episode 18, we already have 3 subplots closed!!! i mean this story is rich!!
The story kept surprising all the way. However I understand it may not be everyone's cup of tea. Without spoiling anything, this story is about survival but ultimately, living. Lanxiang is a very wise character and what makes this show special is how this show truly goes "against the current" of melodrama and romantic sensationalist scenes (that i also love!! don't get me wrong!! ).
Lanxiang makes you see further than the confrontations, the life and death situations, even one's weaknesses and obsessions. It re-sensitizes you to the core of human struggle, and ultimately, gender inequalities. so this is a very composed series.
While it tones down on things, it doesn't shy away for more raw scenes of the brutal life experiences of the characters.
I do have some reservations towards the role of some men characters, and decisions to time skip. Nevertheless, in the scope of the show as a whole, we see the production did have a clear vision.
This drama is a life journey beautifully executed.
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My comfort series of 2026
(copying and pasting from what i wrote elsewhere! this review is focused on the main character being so autistic-aly coded)im realising more and more that mc may be the best representation of my experience being autistic that ive ever seen -
like that means SO much to me
i could go on and on of all the traits, thought processes and mannerisms that i understand completely -
so many things that even when a character is announced autistic - they dont show these traits
but he feels like an actual autistic person - not just a neurotypical giving them some moments - but genuinely his being!!
and the most healing parts are how his traits are not made fun of or the butt of a joke - but everyone not only accepts his traits - but loves them!!
i also just love how everyoneeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee loves mc, even with that horrid misunderstanding at the start - she still was casual with him
hes just genuinely such a great character
and i love everything around him too, i love the dynamic of his relationship
AND i love how since they never turn off his autistic traits - the romantical moments arent a sudden switch in personality (cause many writers cant fathom someone could take an autistic person seriously or want to be with someone low-to-mid masking)
sorry for the rant - just so in love with this comfort series
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Amazing story, amazing chemistry, and amazing acting! You Maniac keeps me excited every episode!
10/10 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐I’m really enjoying You Maniac so far! The story is interesting, emotional and keeps me wanting more after every episode. Dean and Moth have such a special dynamic, and I love watching how their relationship develops. William and Est bring so much emotion to their characters, and their chemistry makes every scene even more enjoyable. After Episode 3, I’m definitely invested and already looking forward to Episode 4! 🥹💜You Maniac is getting more interesting with every episode!
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Episode 3 Made Me LOVE This Series
By the time I watched Episode 3, I could definitely say that this episode made me LOVE this series!!!!! The conflict between Dean and Moth isn’t just about their personalities. They’re both actually quite controlling and refuse to compromise in the relationship, which makes their push-and-pull dynamic so addictive to watch. On top of that, the cinematography is absolutely beautiful and makes the whole series even more enjoyable to watch. AND THE DANCING SCENE IS SOOO ROMANTIC!!!!!Was this review helpful to you?
Probably the best dramas in 2026
The focus of this drama is survival, striving to live a better live, unlike the typical revenge drama. I had zero expectation getting in because this year I dropped several dramas I started. To think about the reason I've been enjoying this drama, there are several aspects:1. The story telling is just the right pace, not to fast that you feel lost and not too slow that put you to sleep.
2. The survival from the servants' point of views instead of the 'royal families' or the 'upper class' is heartfelt and an eye opener how lucky we are to live in modern time.
3. I enjoy the scenes throughout the show so I can say the camera work is good.
4. I also do not feel super anxious watching the show so I can say the music and sound are just right.
5. The slow burn romance is addicting.
6. Excellent ML and FL, and also the the side actors.
Toward the end of the show though the FL became a Mary Sue and the women empowerment themes are overused and as many mentions the romance needs to show more sparks. Overall it is an excellent show for first time watchers.
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