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If you’re looking for something different…

This show is a trashy, cruel, head-scratching, and emotional roller coaster that I managed to like in the end. I’m not even going to argue against the low scores you see around here, as I agree the show deserves them. Finally completing it, though, I can see why Seo Kang-joon (ML) and Ahn Eun-jin (FL) ultimately chose this script. The show isn’t your clean and pristine rom-com K-drama. Instead, what you get are messy characters full of trauma and issues. I think that’s why I grew to like the show in the end. If you're looking for something to push the envelope a little bit, this show might do it for you.

Despite the mess I was watching week by week, I was invested to the bitter end in the ML and FL conclusion. These two were acting at such a high level that they drew me into their story right up to the final scene. Ahn Eun-jin has not put on a performance this good since My Dearest. Regardless of what you think of her character, she poured everything into her acting here. Seo Kang-joon was no slouch either; he gave a great performance as well.

Superb acting aside, the characters in this show are a complete emotional mess, and I’m totally here for it. Don't even get me started on the 2nd ML—I mean, how did things end up like this? As for the 2nd FL, even though I thought she was a nothing-burger of a character at first, I ended up liking her quite a lot by the end.

Characters aside, one of my biggest complaints (asides from the messy relationships) is the comedy. This show has a horrible balance of extreme comedy and seriousness. Intense emotional acting is ruined shortly thereafter by some lame comedic bit. Even in the last episode, at the height of the story, they managed to sneak in a lame comedic scene. I simply could not. Like, writers, read the room.

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I don't usually write reviews, but i absolutely loved Mu Ren and Li Cheng. If it weren't for them, I would've probably dropped this. Did not like the other couple at all and at some point I just started skipping their scenes. Not a big fan of the whole fujoshi thing either, but compared to the rest it didn't bother me that much. The only thing that mildly annoyed me was the trope of "I don't like men, i just like him". Still, they absolutely captured my heart so I couldn't bring myself to give a low rating. Had to give an 8,5 just for Mu Ren and Li Cheng, they definitely stole the show for me.

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fnaf custom night

dead end job had the kind of premise that pulled me in, especially with 이재욱 being in the military. an ordinary person caught in a bizarre world where seemingly normal jobs can turn into something else. the first job at the convenience store was honestly the best in my opinion. it captured the concept perfectly, but as the story went on, the episodes became increasingly uneven and the worldbuilding never felt solid enough to support all of the mystery it introduced. i still enjoyed the drama don’t get me wrong!! but i don’t think it fully delivered with its premise. since we’re talking about the jobs, the later ones were honestly a mixed bag. the mime and the milkman jobs were decent but neither felt as threatening, especially the mime. i’m not sure if it’s because 혁준 pulled the joker card but i honestly laughed or felt second hand embarrassment more than anything. the theater job involving 변지윤 had an interesting setup but it felt unnecessary. the clinic job felt more like a story about corruption rather than an actual other world anomaly. then don’t me started on the amusement park… i have no idea what the fuck was happening lmaoo. the construction job also made me question how these assignments were connected to the anomaly premise in the first place, even if it was a job 혁준 took just to help find his father. instead of feeling like each job was expanding the rules of the other world, they often felt very disconnected from one another. i also think that 연주 being an other world anomaly/monster was unnecessary lol. her having her own human agenda could’ve been compelling enough without adding another supernatural layer that makes up the entire ending. long story short, the drama left too much of its own mechanics unexplained. i don’t mind ambiguity but if i have to rely on other commenters to piece together how the jobs work, what certain outcomes mean, or what a character’s motives actually are, then i think the storytelling has a clarity problem. while i can see the drama setting things up for a possible second season, (이재욱 come back from the military pls i beg), i still wanted the first season to feel like a complete story in its own right. again i don’t think it was bad. i genuinely was super excited to watch this ever since they even hinted at this drama coming out. i think 이재욱 did a great job with acting and this is the kind of drama i wanted to see him do outside of his biggest role in alchemy of souls. i’m glad i watched it and there was enough here that i wouldn’t rate it lower. compared to my 8 ratings though, it didn’t leave me with the same satisfaction. either way, i would say to watch it! it’s definitely a combination of squid game/vhs/fnaf gameplay style etc etc but don’t be surprised with the plot lol.

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WITH THE RIGHT MINDSET U MAY LOVE IT

First off I will be praising the show as well. This is not a hate review even with the low rating. If your looking for a heartwarming rom com then this is not for you. if you go with this expectation you will absolutely hate this drama.

This should be your expectation: This drama has only one mc and it’s the M. It’s a story about his guilt and how he lives his life with this guilt, burden, and self loathing. It discuses what is love and the differences between romantic and non-romantic love. The story show every character has guilt for something. This journey is about how the ML deals with his guilt and fights hard to remove his guilt and gain self love. His stubbornness or “happy pushover” mentality prevents him. In the end the ML is able to overcome it and in this pov it’s a good story and its conclusion will satisfy you. The FL with her flaws stops him from overcoming his guilt by her not being honest with him and herself. By the end the FL overcomes her own guilt and her stubbornness. By the end she’s aware of how ML feels and uses her growth to consciously help the ML to overcome his guilt and self loathing. Both grow at the end of it and the ML who is the only main character, overcoming his guilt is so satisfying. If this is what you want then this story is a 8/10. Please watch.

The music and ost emotional and amazing.

Now if you want rom-com and romance. No this is a 1/10 for you as it’s not the story and you will probably hate both ML and FL. 2ML I absolutely hated. You won’t believe the romance between the leads but I think it’s done purposefully.

Now why the low score? The FL is so unlikeable. She’s childish and a coward with absolutely no redeeming qualities. All the other character are unlikeable too such as her brother with glasses, his son, 2ML. I liked the 2FL, the other brother, and the manager. Showing the guilt of each character is nice as this is the message they are pushing. But they make all the characters so unlikeable and don’t provide any growth for all of them to redeem them. So ur left not liking them. The brother with glasses ex-wife, u know why she left but really wtf she sucks and no redemption. If all characters matter with u, u will hate this show.

Because of this, I’d say, great concept, horrible execution. 3/10.

So to sum, if u want a story of a man overcoming his guilt and self loathing, u will love it. It’s thought provoking, deep, and mentally stimulating. It gets a low score cuz execution and other characters are so poorly done unfortunately. You will still enjoy it though.

If you want rom com u with a story of a couple and a focus on both leads, u will not get it and u will hate everything and think its total trash. in that case 1/10. Don’t bother.

I love the guilt angle and perspective. It was satisfying personally but objectively, i think the show had poor execution and unlikeable characters that u dont care about. I see the vision and for anyone who does love it, I understand why they do. If you loved it, would you agree with the lens/expectation I put?

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No villains in this story

I am so glad we got a K-drama that tells such a grounded, realistic story. From start to finish, the cinematography is gorgeous, and the entire cast delivers incredible performances. I found myself resonating a bit with every single character.

One of the strongest aspects of the show is how it portrays long-term relationships. It beautifully captures the hard truth that just because you spend years with someone, it doesn’t mean the relationship is indestructible. As someone who went through a similar 8-year relationship where we both changed drastically, I deeply appreciated the message that a relationship can end, yet you can still cherish that person for the time you shared.

The drama also does an excellent job exploring the emotional toll of deeply intertwined family dynamics. It touches on the heavy guilt that comes with acting as the family buffer, and how creating strict boundaries is sometimes the only way to protect your peace and start fresh—even when no one is necessarily the "villain."

Overall, it avoids typical K-drama tropes to offer a profoundly real look at love, emotional baggage, and the difficult but necessary choices people make to finally write their own story.

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Over exaggerated

A nother good drama for Son Hyun joo

This medical drama delivers intense medical emergencies while tackling corruption and power struggles within the hospital. I really appreciate how it explains medical terminology in a way that’s easy for the average viewer to understand. What I love most is our female lead’s strong character. She refuses to compromise her principles, tolerate bullying, or bow down to higher-ups just because they hold positions of power. I enjoy seeing a female lead who stands her ground and refuses to let corruption dictate how she does her job.

I think this drama is very much overexaggerated with making the female lead such a super doctor that other doctors seem incompetent.. however it's medically quite accurate ( more so than other dramas) and i really like the dynamic of all the characters in this drama

This drama is depicts very well what is wrong in health care... its more about money making than life saving in our current situations.. and its quite sad ...

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Unpopular opinion: I Actually loved this one

At the centre of the story are Namgung Ho and Lee Mi-do, a couple who have been together for ten years. Having grown up together and shared so many important moments, they know each other better than anyone else. But time, personal struggles, unfulfilled ambitions, and the weight of everyday life have gradually changed their relationship. What once felt like an effortless love now comes with doubts, disappointments, and questions about their future. As new people enter their lives, both are forced to reconsider what love really means and whether holding on to someone is always the right thing to do.
What I loved most about this drama is its central message: love doesn't necessarily disappear when it changes. Sometimes it simply becomes something different. We often expect love to remain the same as it was at the beginning, with the same excitement, passion, and intensity. But real relationships are rarely that simple. Feelings evolve, people grow, circumstances change, and sometimes the person we once loved in one way becomes someone we need to learn to love differently.

Namgung Ho and Lee Mi-do are what make this story so special. Their relationship is far from perfect, and neither of them is an ideal partner. They have shared so much of their lives that, in many ways, they have become part of each other's identity. They have supported one another through difficult times, celebrated each other's successes, witnessed their failures, and been there when the world felt particularly unkind. They have loved each other deeply, but they have also hurt each other in ways that only someone so close can. And I think this is what makes their relationship feel so genuine. . They both have their own frustrations, insecurities, ambitions, and expectations. Sometimes they fail to understand each other, sometimes they make selfish decisions, and sometimes they take the other person's presence for granted. But that doesn't erase the affection they have built over the years.

I also appreciated the way the drama explores the idea that sometimes we hold on to a relationship because of everything we have shared, rather than because we understand what we need from each other in the present. Ten years of memories are not something you can simply put aside, and letting go of the familiar is never easy. At the same time, the story reminds us that the past, no matter how beautiful, cannot be the only reason to build a future together.

Overall, I found this drama genuinely beautiful. It made me reflect on relationships, on the passage of time, and on how much the people we meet and love can shape who we become. It's a heartfelt, mature, and bittersweet story that I think will resonate particularly with anyone who appreciates realistic relationships and characters who feel human, flawed, and complex.

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Fresh, Heartfelt, and Unpredictable

Juliet x Juliet is a must-watch series. I really enjoyed it, and the performances were amazing.

What captured me most was the emotion the actors portrayed. Every feeling came through, and you could feel all of it right along with them. Their relationship felt genuine, fresh, and cute, especially given their age. For me, they even outperformed some of the “GL Queens" which says a lot about how much talent they bring.

The only thing I didn’t like was that, as the episodes progressed, the moment I started liking Yi, they killed him off. Still, that twist made the story interesting and unpredictable.

Overall, this is a heartfelt and emotional GL series that deserves more attention. If you’re looking for a story with strong acting, real emotion, and a relationship you can’t help rooting for, give this one a watch. I’d rate it a solid 9.5/10.

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A realistic story

I’m quite shocked by how poorly this drama is being rated. I absolutely loved it.

Yes it was frustrating, and hurtful and makes you want to die— but so many other kdramas who are exactly like that, are what stick by you and make you remember it forever.

I quite liked the ending and the route it took. I initially began this kdrama not knowing the plot at all, so when other love interests came in, I was absolutely shocked and assumed that the show would take the boring and cliche route where the main couple chooses each other in the end.

But it did quite the opposite. This is reality, and it’s very much accurate depiction of love between two people who have been together since childhood. It is okay for feelings to fade, it is okay to feel guilty about it, people hurt it each other and they make shitty decisions, mistakes, failures and successes and everything in between.

I do not understand why this show is being viewed from a black and white perspective. It is depressing but so was My Mister and it is one of the most widely loved shows.

If I’m honest, this show gave me the exact same feeling ‘Hi Bye Mama’ kdrama gave me. I could not hate any of the characters there. There was not a single villain in there. Everyone makes mistakes, and as painful and stressful as it was to watch, I happen to find the way things unfolded beautiful— albeit bittersweet, it was real and it was fair.

Everytime I enter a Kdrama I hope to some degree that they keep up with realism. If the main characters ended up together again, then what the hell would the point even be?

Everyone in this story was hurt, it was a domino effect and that was the whole point of the show. Sometimes, if you give too much of your love, it turns into pain. And that’s what I think this show tried to convey.

Even an undying, loyal and strong love like Mido and Namgungs, can lead to a ruin. Nothing ‘too much’ is good. And love falls into that category as well.

In any case, I hated some episodes, I hated some characters, I hated some decisions and dialogues, it felt like some things were never leading to anything at times but as you keep watching, and let things unfold the way these characters know best, it becomes something beautiful.

It’s gut-wrenching, but my god did it leave an impact. 10/10

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It is not from life because not everyone can dare to choose themselves.

I cried out loud not just because of their break up but because of his brraking up from HIS family, from Wan Do. The storyline is so clear, it is nearly obvious that they are gonna break up and choose themselves. It is cliche and it is storied quite professionaly. But I was not ready for him leaving Wan Do. But I understand him BUT IT SO SAD TO WASTE. At first, they should not be lovers. I mean they are soulmates. I am so sorry the wasted potential of their friendship or marriage. But their story has started with a heartbreak, agony. I can understand the ending and it is quite okay but bro CANT STOP CRYIN IT IS SO ANNOYING FXXKKKK. A LOVE IS NOT OTHER PERSON BUT THEMSELVES. HEARTBRRAKING CLICHE BUT ALWAYS ACCURATE MESSAGE (NOT EVERYBODY IN REAL CAN DEAL WITH THIS TRUTH). I hope every one of us could choose ourselves in the beginning and end of the day.

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wasted sacrifice

Wait, cut!! What the fuck was that ending, really??

There are many, many things I was disappointed with in this drama, but THIS ending? Okay, they died in the war. I can accept that. I'm actually a fan of sad and tragic endings. But they even LOST the war?? The Japanese killed them and won. Yes, Japan eventually lost the war( surrendered years later in 1945), but the ML's sacrifice and the lives of all those soldiers didn't contribute to that victory. They refused to retreat, fought until their last breath, and it all went to waste.

Since the love story itself was fictional, couldn't the writers at least have made their sacrifice meaningful? Let their deaths contribute something to China's victory. I don't need a happy ending, but I do need a well-written tragic one. There's a difference between heartbreaking and just frustrating.

Honestly, the only things I liked were the acting and cinematography. Otherwise, this was a pretty toxic drama with some seriously disappointing writing.

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Much More than Just an Opposites-Attract Romance

The synopsis makes this film sound like an opposites-attract romance, and while there is an element of that, it is more a character study of two young people trying to get ahead in life, while overcoming issues that derive from their respective upbringings.

The story starts out with a puzzle. Why is this ambitious hard-working and extremely bright young woman, who seems to have her act together, going to such lengths to help this ridiculously irresponsible slacker get out of the mess he’s made of his life? She doesn’t come across as all that interested in him romantically (at least not at that stage) and seems to be getting little else out of all that effort.

The answer to this question has several surprising layers that are only gradually revealed over the next couple of hours, as the story moves from one revelation to another. Unfortunately, plot progression is not always as smooth as one would want. The story occasionally stumbles, giving the impression that something was skipped over, and with time-skips that are not always clear.

What makes up for this is the depth that Wang Yi Lu gives to her complex character, in what is easily the best performance I've seen from her since “Twelve Letters”. Victor Qin also does his part. Though for much of the film she is setting the pace, and he simply follows in her wake, he is eventually given the chance to show his own strengths.

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GIVE ME A SERIES

This movie is super cool! Like the ideas presented felt like something really fresh. It felt like there was so much more in the lore that could be explored in multiple prequels.

The positives:
Story is really unique and interesting. I love that they built a story around someone who is already at the end of their timeline. I respected that they threw you in and built small details along the way to build the story of what happened to Airi along the way. The history with her sister is fascinating. I love that they also don't delve too much into the actual practice itself and let the action speak for the rules. The reverse storytelling was also phenomenal. The ways the story served was also pretty neat. Hybrid monster was not something I Was expecting. There was also tons of foreshadowing that I loved.

Music is catchy and atmospheric. They set a unique tone with this pseudo dissonant jazz and the really odd theme song that totally sounds like it was made for the movie. It added a whole other layer of oddness around the movie. The wackiness of the lyrics made the musical voices in the movie stand out even more. It reminded me of 70s exploitation films.

The camera shots were varied and combined lots of different types to show the harrowing claustrophobic setting. The cameras narrowing as tensions grew was expertly done. I loved the use of different shots during the mundane sequences to ramp up possible tension points. The editing was also great because we didn't have massive cuts all over and jump scares. It was smooth and things were ready to follow. Along with the really muted color grading, it added a nice touch to the feel of the movie.

Airi herself is a complex character. She's definitely got anti social behaviour but as well as a soft side. I love that she is spunky and spontaneous but also quiet and measured. Really good blend of traits. Makes you guess what her next set of actions are. Miku being a pseudo sidekick also helped maintain focus. I really would love to see more of her as she cut her hair down in the different places she went lol.

The cons:
Gunji and Teiko were just ok. I felt like early on there was a possibility of an extended role for Teiko, but it never came lol. Gunji kinda felt shoehorned in and didn't really get expanded upon. I feel like a series would of done this better. The killer man, which I'm not even sure now if he had a name... Came off sadistic enough and his motivation were clear. . But I dunno kinda felt generic but the end of it. It was an interesting premise with the soul being in teeth. But felt like his part didn't actually matter in the grand scheme of the narrative. This is more Airi's story.
The little twist of him trying to murder himself was good xD.

It ends in a very sad way, which is why I want a prequel or even a sequel. There's enough here to really add things. I would of loved to see a "monster" of the week series.

The ending definately won't make people happy lol. It's so sad. I wanted more film this world!

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A Series I Almost Dropped… and Ended Up Rating 9

I almost dropped *A Cursed Job* after the third episode. I found it boring, with supernatural stories that failed to capture my interest.

**And I'm so glad I didn't!**

Because what followed turned out to be one of the most extraordinary surprises I've had this year.

The greatest achievement of *A Cursed Job* lies in its narrative construction. What initially appears to be a collection of dangerous jobs, each with its own rules and supernatural creatures, gradually transforms into something far more complex.

Events begin to connect, previously unnoticed relationships emerge, and we discover that many of these seemingly independent stories are actually part of a much larger narrative.

What makes this particularly impressive is how the screenplay manages to change our interpretation of things we've already seen.

But don't think for a moment that this series is worth watching only because of its writing.

**Absolutely not! This show is incredibly exciting!**

Once it finds its rhythm, the suspense is outstanding. There are terrifying situations, thrilling chases, humor, brilliantly choreographed action sequences, and moments that barely give you time to breathe.

Some episodes literally kept me glued to my seat. I'm not exaggerating when I say I got goosebumps again and again.

That doesn't mean everything is perfect. The early episodes suffer from pacing problems, and episode six becomes excessively explanatory, considerably slowing down the story.

But when this series works, it works spectacularly well.

Behind all these supernatural adventures lies another fascinating element: the different forms of labor exploitation.

The series explores how organizations take advantage of people's financial desperation. From workers subjected to abusive demands to individuals who accept extremely dangerous jobs simply because they need the money.

And that's the point. Sometimes people don't expose themselves to terrible risks because they want to, but because their circumstances leave them with very few alternatives.

The best part is that the series doesn't stop to deliver a moral lecture. Instead, it incorporates these situations into its conflicts and storytelling.

Now, there's another aspect I found particularly wonderful: **the love between siblings**.

We're so accustomed to Korean dramas building their stories around romance that it's incredibly refreshing to find a series where the most important emotional relationship is rooted in family.

And this is where I have to talk about **Kim Min-ha**.

What a wonderful character she brings to life!

Her performance combines fear, humor, tenderness, determination, and remarkable naturalness. But what moved me the most was her character's relationship with her brother.

You have no idea how wonderful I felt whenever she appeared to rescue him.

Seriously. Among all the monsters, dangers, and terrifying situations, those moments gave me some of the most beautiful emotions I experienced throughout the entire series.

Because we're not watching an invincible sister who never experiences fear. We're watching someone who, despite being afraid, doesn't hesitate to risk everything for her brother.

And she doesn't need grand speeches to demonstrate how much she loves him.

**She's simply there when he needs her most.**

For me, that was spectacular.

And I certainly can't overlook **Go Min-si**.

I must admit that in some of her previous performances, I found her acting rather limited in emotional range. But here, she genuinely surprised me. Her character allows her to explore very different dimensions, and she delivers a magnificent performance.

Both Kim Min-ha and Go Min-si demonstrate just how dramatically our perception of an actress can change when she's given a character that truly allows her to showcase her abilities.

And finally, the ending.

**What an extraordinary way to conclude a story!**

Without spoiling anything, I'll simply say that the series accomplishes something remarkably difficult: it resolves its central conflict while bringing together ideas that had been developing throughout the narrative.

It's not merely a surprising ending. **It's an ending whose impact comes from everything that preceded it.**

And that perfectly explains why my appreciation for this production changed so dramatically.

*A Cursed Job* isn't perfect. It has its missteps, boring moments, and questionable narrative decisions.

But it also delivers extraordinary storytelling, memorable characters, outstanding performances, genuinely thrilling sequences, and a conclusion that gives the entire experience a deeper meaning.

I started watching this series wondering whether it was even worth continuing.

I finished it unable to take my eyes off the screen.

**A Cursed Job: 9.5 stars

And to think I almost missed this wonderful series!

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