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Alice in Borderland Season 2
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by Carra
Oct 13, 2025
8 of 8 episodes seen
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Overall 9.5
Story 10
Acting/Cast 9.5
Music 9.5
Rewatch Value 10

The Depth Emotion Along The Journey On Every Piece Of Borderland

A new season of Alice in Borderland. Continuing the journey of Arisu and their friends in a games world called 'Borderland'. This season is the same Arc of the season 1, so every single thing in here was mean to be clearing the storyline or plot holes of the first season.

If I said, Alice in Borderland season 1 is masterpiece of work. Then, this one is beyond it. I beyond loving this season more than the first. I really mean it. If the first season has unique screenplay, but this season, their screenplay was MASTERPIECE.

Oh, if the first season is mainly talk about technically 'Borderland'. In this season, they mainly talk about the character itself, also the tale of human-being. The layering conflict of every character has perfectly protrayed in this one.

Honestly, the games were not too intense like the first one. They barely showing the detail of each game. Sometimes they're just serving some montage of game. But, the dialogue, the screenplay, the character itself, every single thing of human theme were beyond my imagination. They crafted it really well. Like utterly magnificent.

Every character has their own spotlight. Not only the heroine, Arisu and Usagi, but Chishiya, Kuina, Ann, Aguni, Heiya, even Niragi got their own back story. How they're ended up on the 'Borderland', how the 'Borderland' change them into. Of course the tale of their redemption of their own sins. Yes, this season is the tale of redemption.

I love the performance of Kento Yamazaki, Tao Tsuchiya, and the others. They're serving their best performance. Hear me out, kudos to Nijiro Murakami that for me, he stole the spotlight, he could portraying his character well enough, even on his subtle act. Their chemistry was slowly strengthen as fas as it goes.

The visual and sound design that keep on their best like always. Beautiful and aesthetic. Also the world building that undoubtful, insane. The scoring that enhance the story, build up a thrilling experiences. What a wonderful eye-ear-pleasing.

Oh, those last sequence, that fooking foreshadow was absolute cinema. Those foreshadow was utterly insane. Honestly, by those last sequence only, it could ended the other series. I just stunned when I saw those last sequence. My forever roman empire.

All in all, I beg you all to watch this masterpiece after masterpiece. This series deserve more recognize and hype. I love every piece of this series. They just crafting is with their own heart so it payed off.

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Alice in Borderland
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by Carra
Oct 13, 2025
8 of 8 episodes seen
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Overall 9.0
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 9.0
Music 9.5
Rewatch Value 9.5

The Long Journey In Borderland

A survival, thriller, sci-fi series. A live action of anime with the same title. Following three men that suddenly entering a games world, after they're doing something silly at the shibuya street. Those three men must choose whether join on the game, or got death.

The story goes long. Sacrifice that tearjerking. The games that cliff-hanging. The emotional that goes through it, deep and deeper. The friendship that ups and down. Also, the realistic betrayal that somehow feels make so much sense.

The premise was utterly unique. I love how they combine dystopian world with science fiction theme that completely different. The storyline that anti-mainstream but neat yet pack. And they prove it that they craft it really well.

The performance of Kento Yamazaki, Tsuchiya Tao, Nijiro Murakami, and the others were top notch. I love their acting in here. Their emotion, frustration, depressed, even their sorrow were perfectly portrayed. Their mimics and attitude at its finest, detail yet natural.

The gore that brutal after brutal. The action that felt so pack. Mind-game that confusing. But somehow they craft it with seamlessly integrated. Like the explanation has deliver in a simple way. So the audience could understand every game's rules and we're seize into their games.

Not only stunned by their screenplay and actor's acting. They also stunned by visual and sound design. Oh, to see those beautiful scenery with those pretty cinematography, I could randomly pause and capture those aesthetic shot. Also their camera movement was masterpiece.

The world building and their CGI were magnificent. I know they're bragging their self out of that, but they deserve it tho. I love every single set in this series. So detail, realistic, and the dystopian felt alive. Also, those sound design. What do you mean to have those epic scoring? Oh, the best to enhance the story. More thrilling and exciting.

All in all. This series is one of the best series I've ever watched. I love every piece of this craft. Thank you so much for crafting this with well enough. And you guys missed this masterpiece experience? Hell, nah. Just watch it now!

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Meet Yourself
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by Rumi
Oct 13, 2025
30 of 40 episodes seen
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Overall 4.0
Story 5.0
Acting/Cast 5.0
Music 5.0
Rewatch Value 1.0
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A scenic slice-of-life that slowly loses its soul

What I Liked

- This was my first Liu Yi Fei drama, so I had no prior performances to compare it to, but I really liked her portrayal of Xu Hong Dou. The nuances she brought to the character, even in the way she spoke, felt incredibly fitting and natural.

- Similarly, I appreciated Li Xian’s interpretation of his role. I don’t have much to reference since the only other drama I’ve seen him in was Go Go Squid! (2019), which I unfortunately dropped. Still, it’s clear he’s a good actor.

- The early episodes captured slowness, stillness, and simplicity beautifully. There were moments when the scenery took center stage—no background music, just the sound of wind rustling through leaves or birds chirping. It grounded the viewer in the moment.

- Emotional scenes weren’t overacted. Instead, they were quiet and restrained, letting raw, adult emotions speak for themselves, often paired with a well-chosen OST.

- The story began with the female lead navigating burnout and grief, but it didn’t stop there. It gave emotional depth to the supporting characters and villagers too. You don’t just root for the leads, you end up caring about the entire community.

- The romance was paced well and felt realistic. Both leads acted their age, transitioning from acquaintances to friends to romantic partners in a way that made sense. I also appreciated how healthy their relationship was. They didn’t hold each other back and respected each other’s priorities.



What I Didn’t Like

- The slow pacing worked—at first. It’s a slice-of-life drama, so that’s expected. But as the series went on, it felt like the writers got complacent. The slowness became a crutch, and the story started to feel aimless. Side plots lacked weight, and character development—especially for the leads—stalled, which was disappointing given the show’s premise.

- The storytelling began to feel a bit too on-the-nose. Characters often sounded preachy, delivering monologues about life and its meaning in moments where natural dialogue would’ve been more effective. It felt like the show was forcing moral lessons onto the audience, rather than letting the characters learn and grow into them.

- The drama also leaned heavily into tourism promotion—clearly aiming to showcase Yunnan, which, to be fair, it did beautifully. The villagers’ stories, especially around improving the local economy to keep the younger generation from leaving, were compelling. But I wish it hadn’t been packaged so overtly as a tourism campaign. The story was already strong on its own.

- After the leads got together, the narrative lost momentum. With no further character development, it felt like the show had nothing left to say, which was frustrating, considering how promising it started.

Honestly, this could’ve been a tight 30-episode series. Instead, it dragged. The emotional weight and quiet power of the early episodes slowly faded, until I eventually couldn’t bring myself to finish it.

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Dear Missy
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Oct 13, 2025
36 of 36 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 9.5
Story 9.5
Acting/Cast 9.0
Music 9.0
Rewatch Value 10

Not Just Another C-Drama — Dear Missy Taught Me What Real Friendship Looks Like

I started watching this drama after watching A dream within a dream, because I wanted to see more of Li Yi Tong drama. Somehow I feel she lacks the understanding of picking up good script. So while I selected to watch this one, I did not have much hope. However, I was proved wrong.
The character she portrayed is complex, I hated her for being so accommodative and lack of basic understanding of relationship she had with Cheng. Then, I realized we all are like her, we try to compromise and forget that in a relationship its important to adjust (more like adapting to make the relationship smoother, without losing your values or identity) and not compromise (giving up something valuable for individual). It was difficult for me to watch past till episode 11.
However, this drama will surprise you.

It is a refreshing and heartfelt drama that beautifully captures the complexities of female friendship, ambition, and self-discovery. The story revolves around two strong yet contrasting women whose bond evolves through love, rivalry, and personal growth.
What makes this show stand out is how real and relatable it feels. It doesn’t just glorify friendship... it shows its messy, imperfect sides — misunderstandings, jealousy, sacrifices, and forgiveness. Both leads deliver incredible performances, portraying women who are flawed but fiercely resilient.
Best part is, it is not boring and slow. The pacing is smooth, the fashion and production design are stylish, and the emotional depth builds gradually. It’s not just about career success or romance — it’s about finding yourself and standing by the people who matter even when things get hard.

What I loved:
1. Strong female leads and their evolving friendship
2. Empowering message about independence and loyalty
3. Realistic portrayal of emotions and conflicts
4. Great OST and cinematography

What could’ve been better:
1. Some side plots felt rushed or underdeveloped
2. The ending could have offered a bit more closure

Overall, a mature, inspiring story about two women learning to grow together and apart. It’s the kind of drama that leaves you reflecting on your own friendships — and smiling through the tears.

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The Double
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Oct 13, 2025
40 of 40 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 9.0
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 9.0
Music 8.0
Rewatch Value 9.0
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Revenge Served with Style

I started The Double quite casually, without any expectations — but from the very first episode, I was hooked. The opening gave me goosebumps! The story of Xue Fang Fei (XFF), who rises from death after being betrayed and killed by her husband, sets up a powerful and thrilling start. It immediately made me wonder what would happen next.

The plot revolves around XFF’s revenge against her treacherous husband, and every episode unfolds her plan step by step in such a satisfying way. The identity swap between the real and fake Xue Fang Fei is written cleverly — logical and believable, especially since the drama avoids the “rebirth” trope that’s often restricted in recent productions.

What I love most is how Duke Xiao, the male lead, supports XFF. His protectiveness feels genuine yet respectful — he trusts her strength, doesn’t interfere with her revenge, and always lends a hand when she needs it. Their relationship feels mature, balanced, and empowering. You can truly feel that XFF can face anything, especially knowing that Duke Xiao has her back.

There was, however, one scene that felt a bit over the top — when XFF played the qin in the middle hall, and the CGI effects suddenly went wild. It felt unnecessary for a historical drama (more fitting for a fantasy one). And while I loved almost everything about this series, the ending left me a bit disappointed. It ended on a cliffhanger, and I couldn’t help but wish for a more episodes.

A special mention goes to Princess Wanning, one of the most complex characters in the show. Despite her tragic past and misfortune, her obsession with Shen Yu Rong (XFF’s ex-husband) leads her down a dark path. While I understood where her pain came from, it still didn’t justify the harm she caused others. Actress Li Meng portrayed her with such depth — you could feel her sorrow, anger, and desperation all at once. Truly an impressive performance!

Overall, The Double is a stunning production. The costumes, set design, lighting, and cinematography are absolutely top-notch, giving the drama a refined and elegant aesthetic. The chemistry between the leads is well-executed, and the age gap between them never feels awkward.

Despite its slightly rushed ending, this drama truly lives up to its reputation — a beautifully crafted revenge story filled with passion, grace, and unforgettable performances.

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The Maid
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by eden
Oct 13, 2025
26 of 26 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 9.0
Story 8.5
Acting/Cast 9.5
Music 10
Rewatch Value 10

Y’all trippin’ giving this less than 8 stars

i mean, tf you bitches want from a short length c-drama ?? they’re not going to fuck in your room in 4K pls, don’t pay attention to the bad reviews, this is actually a GEM if you’re looking for something interesting that goes straight to the point.

she’s looking for revenge and she deliver it ! FL is pretty, smart, powerful and does not waste time in endless entanglements. if i’ve any complaint would be that they could’ve shown more romance but it’s okay, it’s a c-drama
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Genie, Make a Wish
123 people found this review helpful
Oct 13, 2025
13 of 13 episodes seen
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Overall 10
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 9.0
Rewatch Value 10

AVOID THE NEGATIVE REVIEWS COMING FROM RELÍGION I§LAMIC GIRLS AND WATCH THIS MAGICAL JOURNEY...

At first and At last I will say one thing that avoid the hate and negative reviews against this Drama bcz all hate are coming from a particular relígîon , the so called oeace relîgion I§lam....
They can commit any sín and do haram by watching dramas, by using phones, by drooling over korean men , by watching scenes of lgbtq, by watching food like pórk, by watching other religion men, but just bcz IBLIS word is used in this drama... they are offended....
As we all know their síck méntality Ofcourse....
So ignore those dúmbaáss and WATCH the series.

Now about the Series:
First 10 minutes is confusing but after that it's a magical ride with cute moments and great chemistry of leads and side characters too.... Ending is HAPPY & Magical.
You won't feel bored bcz series is funny cute and magical.
Do not try to use your brain much bcz it's a fantasy series. Everything revolves around magic.

Order a pizza and Watch it... you will laugh, cry and ur heart will be happy at last...
Take care everyone.... ❤️❤️

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Ongoing 15/30
The Immortal Ascension
1 people found this review helpful
Oct 13, 2025
15 of 30 episodes seen
Ongoing 0
Overall 6.0
Story 7.0
Acting/Cast 6.0
Music 5.0
Rewatch Value 5.0

Not a fan

Something about the ML’s acting is not connecting with me.

Then the cgi overall is not very good although some sceneries are gorgeous. I thought it would get better but find myself constantly looking to start other dramas instead as I kept putting off watching this drama.

I am missing some relationship oomph whether it is romance or BL or brotherhood. Right not, it’s just a solo mission of the ML getting more powerful so not very engaging for me.
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Legend of the Female General
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Oct 13, 2025
14 of 36 episodes seen
Dropped 0
Overall 5.0
Story 7.0
Acting/Cast 6.0
Music 5.0
Rewatch Value 3.0

As a male, perhaps. As a fighting general, not in my books.

Du-du - I cringe everything I hear the FL lead say it.

I’ve loved the ML in his previous dramas and also like him here, however, I have a hard time immersing myself with their story as I also cannot see her as a general. Perhaps a pretty boy scholar at best but definitely not someone with the strength to slay enemies.
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Ongoing 2/12
Would You Marry Me?
15 people found this review helpful
Oct 13, 2025
2 of 12 episodes seen
Ongoing 0
Overall 10
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 10
Rewatch Value 10

Love for this series

Finally my long wait for this series over..I have watched episode 1 and 2 and enjoyed it thoroughly.Not a single sec I felt bored.Its really fun to watch from Star to end.The Chemistry of JungSoMin and Choiwooshik so good.One of the best Kdrama couple.First time I like all the cast of the wymm.i hope in the upcoming episodes we will get more comic and romance.
All i want is you .this ost is really good..I have added it to my playlist.i m excited for the upcoming episodes
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Moonlit Reunion
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Oct 13, 2025
38 of 38 episodes seen
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Overall 7.5
Story 8.0
Acting/Cast 8.0
Music 7.0
Rewatch Value 7.0

A nice fantasy xanxia with a gorgeous couple!

One of my all time favourite actor and actress and I loved the fantasy world they are in.

Costumes were great, Demon World was fantastic and loved the way they were styled differently when they were demons - edgy and cooler than when they are mortals. Final big twist related to the Cat Lord was a nice surprise.

Story is a bit weak with the typical posessive second ML though it tries to give some unique moments along the way. But all is forgiven as I love the main couple and second couple. Wish there was a clearer happy ending.
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ABO Desire
12 people found this review helpful
Oct 13, 2025
16 of 16 episodes seen
Completed 42
Overall 3.0
Story 2.0
Acting/Cast 6.0
Music 3.5
Rewatch Value 1.0
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This show deserves an award!

For being one of the worst queer shows ever written.

The only joy I found was knowing it'd be over today and that I could finally move onto the next life of queer shows and find inner peace. Yet, the ending was so terrible that I can't even achieve inner peace without turning into a vengeful spirit. Fuck this show. It will haunt me for years to come.

There are so few positives to my watching experience that I can't even make a pros and cons list because the ratio of awful to passable is so unbalanced that it'd be like beating a dead horse whose carcus has been pecked at by vultures and ran over by a fucking monster truck.

Usually I can watch a terrible show and find genuine enjoyment in how awful it is, yet this show just pissed me off exponentially because of the moronic glazers in the comment section. That's right; I made the daring and piss-brained choice to interact with the MDL fandom via the comment section after new episodes dropped. And dear god.....one of the worst mistakes a human being can make. If you even DARE voice your dislike for this show in any damn way then expect pitchforks and torches outside your house. Meaningful discussion was impossible in that comment section and I cannot bear with these people acting as if they speak for the entire fandom and acting like they know everything about ABO just because they read one ABO fic. ABO is NOT just meant for fetishes. It's really telling when people classify it as just that. Decent writers use it to express class structures and gendered systems in a meaningful and unique way; not to mention the appeal of queer relationships being normalized and women being able to be considered as top of the class structure. Stop acting like you know everything about the genre and spreading misinformation that will cause people to avoid interacting with the ABO in the future as well as future ABO adaptations.

Honestly, this show was so fucking sad to watch because I was expecting my first ABO live action series to be a funny and memorable time (no, Pitbabe does not fucking count as an ABO in my eyes. It never even properly attempted to be one so it doesn't deserve the label as one). I've read trashy BL manhwa that write better ABO plots than these writers could manage with SIXTEEN episodes.

Though, the worst part about this show, in my humble opinion, was that motherfucker Sheng Shao You; "How can I accept being used as an Omega by another Alpha?" basically tells you everything you need to know about this guy. He's rude, entitled, selfish, classist, sexist, violent, arrogant, and so very...very gullible. How this man ever managed to get where he is can only be explained through nepotism. He is everything wrong with the trashy ABO stereotypes personified into one character. This douche really does somehow check off requirements for different cliches and that might be the most impressive thing about his character:
- Rich CEO that somehow has free time and takes over the company before the age of 30.
- Attractive pale man with dark hair and eyes. Classic cliche.
- Deep, husky voice.
- Daddy issues.
- Mommy issues.
- Mistreatment of omegas.
- Entitled asshole.
- Thinks he's such a Casanova.
He was so annoying and I was lowkey hoping he would keel over at the end because he was such a douchebag. And before anyone says "Erm, actually, he's supposed to be a stereotypical alpha-" that does NOT make him likable. He wasn't even entertainingly bitchy like Shen Wenlang; he was just gross. You know he's bad when the guy with the highest societal rank; Hua Yong, is more progressive than him and has to call him out on his shit. Ugh. Can we leave this trope in the past, please? I seriously got the ick when this guy was hating on his own SIBLINGS for being illegitimate children. Ah, yes, it is completely logical to hate on people born out of wedlock because they had the ability to spawn themselves into existence in the womb of their choice. And they TOTALLY choose to "homewreck" your parents' legal marriage......WHAT?!!?!?!? Not to mention that he's heavily implied to be a pervert that likes watching omegas cry and in misery for some reason. Like, yuck. This guy seriously thinks he's so hot that he should be able to just swap out omegas at ease once he gets bored of them. Yet, the only redeeming thing about him was his hair and money.

Hua Yong was the classic obsessive stalker seme whose whole life revolved around his love interest. The only added twist was that he was absurdly pretty. I was fucking dying when he tried to justify Sheng Shao You being a kind and genuine person just because he was being nice to a stray cat. LMAO. They really thought a "save the cat" moment would really redeem this man in my eyes. Hua Yong is obviously an unreliable narrator in those scenes, but the show's objective was clear; and it was clearly absurd. Tons of terrible people are friendly to pets, but that doesn't mean they are good people. The show was just terrible at justifying Hua Yong's love for Sheng Shao You and that is detrimental to him since his entire character is obsessing over the guy. I would've loved to see more of what his life was like without revolving around Sheng Shao You, such as when he interacted with his omega cousin; the only member of his family he seemed to get along with. The best (and only redeeming) part of their relationship was how the "dom" was more feminine and progressive. The only scene I really liked of him in the latter half of the show was when he was visibly disappointed and lightly called Sheng Shao You out on his prejudiced gender views, serving as the only time he really seems to not bend to the will of the guy regardless of how absurd he's being. The streets won't like me for saying this but Hua Yong just felt like a watered down version of Hua Cheng from Heaven Official's Blessing. What they both have in common is their two-dimensionality and personalities existing solely to cater to their love interest, yet having endless potential for depth outside of that.

Shen Wen Lang and Gao Tu got washed so bad by the writers' room that it made me feel extremely disappointed. They were way more interesting than the main couple SOMEHOW since at least the two of them had personalities outside of just being sexist and simping. It was definitely the more classic ABO pairing, yet I found it more exciting than whatever the main couple had going on. How the actual fuck do they have less scenes than shows with MULTIPLE SIDE COUPLES??? My Engineer had given more depth to every single couple and it was SHORTER THAN THIS SHOW!!! Chief, don't make a side couple pairing if you don't have the energy to see it through. The ending was insulting to them as they don't even get into a relationship. Like??? Who thought this was a good idea??? They were so disrespected that they didn't even get screen time in a few episodes and it made me wanna cry. You know I was grasping at straws to find any enjoyment in this show when the cliche ABO couple (for both the good and bad reasons) is what was giving me hope that the story could be slightly passable. I liked both of the characters in this pairing leagues more than the main two and it wasn't even a competition by the end. Shen Wen Lang is a sexist and tsundere, yes, but at least the guy is kind of funny? And slightly relatable? Sheng Shao You had nothing for me to like; but Shen Wen Lang's attitude appealed to me because he was transmitting my exact thoughts half of the fucking time with his reactions to the nonsensical bullshit that the main two were doing. Salty as fuck that he didn't get to humble Sheng Shao You because of Hua Yong's cockblocking. Gao Tu was pathetic but in an endearing way; probably because of how well his actor delivered his emotions. I could feel his longing and related to his yearning for affection and stability. I found his long-term love to be way more believable than Hua Yong's since Gao Tu's self-deprecating nature and attachment to his only friend would definitely explain his unobtainable love for Shen Wen Lang.

The rest of the show was just pure nonsense. Dishonorable mentions are the exposition dump in episode 1 that literally went in one ear and out another when I made the premature decision to watch it under the influence of sleeping meds. There was also the random voice-over for Hua Yong's backstory near the end that caught me so off-guard since I swear it didn't exist before then. I also can't for the life of me recall Hua Yong giving his glorious king's watch back but my memory might just be failing me. Intro was too loud and boring; music followed suit. Fight scenes were cringe and I was holding back my laughter at how they really wanted you to take it seriously and find it cool. Outfits got progressively worse and Hua Yong's teddy bear white shirt at the end will haunt my eyes forever. The ages made it hard to believe; like they seriously want me to believe that Hua Yong is the big bad CEO at the ripe young age of 23. Get out of here with that; at least make him Shao You's age. All of the sets were overused and boring except for Gao Tu's run-down house. All of the actors were fluctuating from passable to cringe except for Gao Tu's and maybe Hua Yong's. The absolute lack of logic in making a male alpha able to give birth that ABO authors just can't seem to write a decent explanation for. Episode 9 could only be enjoyed by Redo of Healer enthusiasts and blind people would be insulted by how characters can't discern voices of their supposed loved ones and literally ANY attributes of the person in front of them DESPITE the lights being on. Huh??? Like what was the point of adding in the noncon with the main couple WHATSOEVER, and why didn't they make the side couple's scene at LEAST dubcon??? Did these writers not research ABO and just blatantly ignore the loopholes they could abuse with the common rules of the verse??? Oh, and the ending was an affront to the entire audience when they just jump from Sheng Shao You's death fakeout and the side couple not even getting to have a meaningful conversation for five seconds before blue-balling the audience.

The only redeemable aspects of this show were Gao Tu's actor, Hua Yong's looks since day one, Hua Yong and Shen Wen Lang's frenemies to lovers sexual tension (yes, I shipped it), and Shen Wen Lang's inexplicable glow-up near the end. Oh and I think that Hua Yong is a really pretty name that is surprisingly easy to pronounce. No idea what it means other than something involving flowers. Gao Tu's husky voice mixed with soft boy pining was also exquisite on my ears.

I can't believe I'm about to say this, but ABO: Desire is an insult to the omegaverse tag. How can cringy Ao3 teenagers write better fanfics with this setting than a team of adults??? Still better than Low Tide in Twilight and Love is an Illusion; not to mention the atrocity of Kiss Me Liar....but that bar is quite literally in the seventh ring of hell. I am LIVID that I didn't get my expectation to laugh my ass off in guilty pleasure met (thought, some did). This show isn't even worth rewatching unless I feel like inflicting self-torture. Never let this writer cook ABO again. There are SO MANY better Chinese BL novels that deserve adaptations, yet we get this monstrosity.....the queers deserve their favorite GOOD stories to be adapted. China, I beg, please let Thousand Autumns and Little Mushroom get adaptations before more slop like this gets to see the light of day. (T⌓T) (.づ◡﹏◡)づ. ┐(ಥ ͜ʖಥ)┌





Notes/Edits: Minor grammar fixes + Much needed clarity for the future influx of comments that will come after my review was linked in the comments section:

- Was my review harsh: Yes.
- Was my rhetoric exaggerative and dramatic for the sake of entertainment and fun: Also yes. I would've thought that using phrases like "vengeful spirit," "horse carcus pecked at by vultures," and "ran over by a fucking monster truck" would have indicated that my review wasn't trying to be ultra serious.
- Do I still stand by all my dislikes and disdain for the writing of this show: 100% and I would never lie on my scoring nor reviews just to cater to certain people. All of my reviews are fueled by my raw feelings and sometimes that strikes a chord with people under certain shows that don't have many reviews willing to be honest about the lapses in writing in series' that are flooded with 10's across the board.
- Did my review target any actors/staff: Not even once. I can't tell where people got the idea that I was trying to dissuade any actors from being in BL again, nor do I understand where they got the idea that I was trying to send hate to them. You can separate art from the artist, people.
- Am I a Shen Wen Lang apologist: Nope; nor did my review ever say I loved him. I simply stated that I liked him and Gao Tu more than the main two since they could have scenes that weren't solely reliant on their romance with each other. Also, me saying that Wen Lang was *slightly* "relatable" was because of the reactions he'd have to the hijinks the main two got up to since I often had similar reactions and inquiries. Also, he was funnier which made him more entertaining to see on screen. It didn't feel like he was taken as seriously as Shao You and that made it easier to ignore his few scenes of douchery compared to Shao You's abundance of screen time with his bad personality. Also, since when is it justified for a guy to despise ALL illegitimate children (even those he is not related to) just because ONE of his half-siblings despises him? To be honest, the only character I genuinely liked as person by the end was Gao Tu, and he was also the closest to using the ABO concept creatively.
- Am I a "crazed 2nd couple shipper": No??? Where did people even get this idea from??? I only said I liked them more but I still admitted they were cliche and I never put them on a pedestal. Those that preferred them are allowed to be sad at the lack of closure they received at the end too.
- My paragraph talking about the crazed fanatics is only getting proven true by the people that target me alongside others that voice our dislikes of the show even after it's finally just finished; which would be the prime time to voice any criticisms alongside the vocal praises. Yet, the vast majority of 10's get left alone whilst the few scores that go lower than 7's get attacked and shamed with insults, I received some such as "toxic ex gf," "delusional," "throwing a tantrum," and "needing a therapist" (as if needing therapy is even something that should be used to insult someone if you think they are having a "cry for help"). Do you guys not see the irony in this? I personally didn't even comment under anyone's praises even if I disagreed because I understood that there was not point starting any cheap wars over a simple difference of opinions; something half of you guys need to learn.
- Also, I understand this was Chinese and that producing a BL with actual queerness is difficult, which is why I never insulted the (consensual) intimacy. Though, I never give special treatment to a story simply because of what country it came out of, so I don't care if it was a Thai or Chinese BL; it was still terribly written.

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Ongoing 10/12
A Hundred Memories
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by oppa_
Oct 13, 2025
10 of 12 episodes seen
Ongoing 0
Overall 9.0
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 9.0
Music 9.0
Rewatch Value 9.0
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After watching 10 episodes of A Hundred Memories, I feel the drama had a solid emotional core and steady pacing up until episode 10. The story felt well-settled and naturally growing, with each episode adding depth to the characters and their relationships.

However, beyond that point, it seems to lose its direction. Episodes 11 and 12 feel like they’re heading toward filler territory — more stretched emotion than real story progression. The emotional tension that once felt raw and meaningful now feels repetitive.

From a character perspective, I truly believe Young Rye deserved Jae Pil. She stayed, nurtured their bond, and built genuine connection over time. On the other hand, Jong Hee left after realizing Young Rye’s feelings for Jae Pil — which, ironically, showed how much she valued Young Rye more than her own love life at that time.

That’s why I find Jong Hee’s current hostility confusing. After giving up on Jae Pil once and stepping aside for seven long years, why fight a losing battle now? Her actions no longer carry emotional logic. It would’ve made more sense for her to move on, maybe find her own happiness — perhaps even with Young Rye’s brother — instead of turning their bond into unnecessary rivalry.

Overall, A Hundred Memories started with heartfelt storytelling and believable emotions, but post-episode 10, it risks becoming repetitive and losing the sincerity that made it special in the first place.

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Confidence Queen
3 people found this review helpful
Oct 13, 2025
12 of 12 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 9.5
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 10
Music 9.0
Rewatch Value 10

Let'sssss get it!!✊?

❤️Honestly, I really liked it! The cast and acting were amazing, especially 🦋Park Min-young (as yun yirang) she totally owned her role. Every character had their charm and chemistry that made the show fun to watch. James (park hee soon), Gu-ho(jo jong hyuk) make it super delicious..!🐬🔥 The story felt a bit messy in the first half, but the middle & last few episodes were actually the best emotional, smart and full of twists.💥
The dark aesthetic, lighting, and overall vibe were on point it had a mix of drama, humor, and stylish con-scenes that kept me hooked. Even with some flaws, it’s a unique and enjoyable heist drama. Definitely worth watching if you love strong leads and clever teamwork!✨💯
You all can give it a try!🥳

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The Tower of Whispers
3 people found this review helpful
Oct 13, 2025
24 of 24 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 8.0
Story 8.0
Acting/Cast 8.5
Music 8.0
Rewatch Value 8.0
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Tears then happiness - my idea of the perfect drama!

Liked the story of the 3 lifetimes and how it ties to one another with the shaman ritual & river of oblivion. Cried my heart out in the 2nd lifetime and rejoiced in the 3rd - exactly how I want my dramas - sad in parts but with a happy ending.

Yes, it’s low budget and some wire work reminds me of superman flying but the story was well told and with no annoying second ML. I liked how the story unfolded to explain the ML’s madness in the 2nd lifetime and how he handled it in the 3rd lifetime. The couple had good chemistry and acted well.
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