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Comfort Show For Sure!

This show has such a cute plot! Honestly going to put as a comfort show for sure! I wish I watched this in high school. I love how they showed their immaturity even though most of them are in their 20s. At first I thought they were actually teenagers, and that shows how amazing the actors are in this show. And I'm not just talking about the main duo. I mean ALL of them. All of them earn my respect for sure. This show is so hilarious and gives me so much nostalgia of all the fun things I did in high school. I love that the decisions that the characters made here are also the same decisions that a high schooler will also make. Sure some of them have wisdom but they still portray and show the teenage personalities here. And I really love that. The loserism in this show is just top notch! It was nerdy, corny, and cringe in the best of ways! Sure there are a lot of goofy and funny moments in this show but I also love how the intense scenes are played out. I felt so understood watching those scenes. It may have been dramatic but wasn't high school dramatic? This show was just like a hug to my past self. Made me think that even though my school and family life is not as good as this, I had good friends who helped me made good memories. That's why this show is top-tier in my opinion. The acting in this show is also very very good. Milk (Ongsa) had the loserism to a T. It was so good that I thought she was a little like this in real life. I wasn't a fan of Ongsa at first because of the catfishing but when her moment came when she broke down to her family. I get it. That scene was so powerful and heartbreaking because a lot of queer people relate to that. I finally understood why Ongsa did it. I liked Ongsa because her character grows, she may not be the best at anything but she tries, and even at trying to try she fails but she still persists to do it next time. As kid who missed a lot of chances, I totally understood why she was so scared. Sun (Love) was the best girl! She was the literal definition of Sunshine. Her character did show maturity but she still had some room to grow, especially the outing scene. It was messed up to out someone but the way it happened was not with malicious intent. She was hurt and she was trying to understand why Ongsa lied. She was such a good character with a lot of depth. Aylin (View) this was such a good character and representation. Her braveness to push through her uncomfortability to express herself to people she cared was something to live by. Luna (June) was so patient, sweet, and respectful. The actors in this show is just *chef's kiss*. I would also like to mention the OngsaSun's first kiss. That scene was perfection itself. The location, the event, the time, the place, the music. Best first kiss I've seen for sure! It was so so sweet. The OSTs are also really good. It stayed on theme and I can keep listening to it everyday, and I do. This is a show you can totally watch when you want some fluff because this is god-tier fluff!

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Is it clear?

To begin, it's always good to remember that this is a REMAKE of Chai Jidan's story. The original story is one thing, and this version is interesting if you watch it without thinking too much about the original story. The worst point would be the actors' ages; three were minors when this series was filmed. I didn't even consider watching it when it was released because I'm very attached to the original story, but I watched this version with a clear mind. Overall, the acting is good; it's as if it rescued good points from series like Hometown Embrace, A Tale of a Thousand Stars, and some good points from Addicted, like the silly jealousy scenes, but overall it wasn't that good. It's not worth rewatching, and it's not a universe that immerses you. The soundtrack isn't good, but the actors are good. I hope they continue to evolve and make dramas with good stories. Even if you don't know the original story, the series won't grab you that much. Some episodes only have about 20 good minutes, and the rest is disposable. The secondary couple is okay, but nothing impressive; they're good actors, but this attempt to make the series more youthful wasn't a good bet.

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iche iche iche, cada um com seus fetiche

Por qual motivos começa tão engraçado e alto astral e do nada fica tão triste e pesado? Jojo arrasa muito porque ele sabe retratar a vida crua como ela é. A trilha sonora impecável, acho impressionante como o Jojo sempre acha uma música que encaixa com a cena. As atuações ótimas, de verdade. New está um gostoso, mas infelizmente o Joong beija as duas mulheres mais bonitas do elenco e isso estragou um pouco a experiência.
Eu tenho dó da Ciize, cada lakorn que eu vejo com ela só me faz entender pq ela entrou pros GLs, nesse ela beija homem vestido de cachorro, no outro beija o Drake. Poxa Jojo, tenha dó da minha menina!

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A really cozy and fun series about being an adult and a young person today.
It shows that family doesn’t always have to be about blood, and that sometimes you can choose your own family if you need to.


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I WANT MORE OF THIS SERIES

DARN IT!!! When i watched it i was thinking they already past the marriage and introduce us to Pam. I wish Northstar would truly introduce us with spin off having Dr. Prem and Pat with their little Pam and have spin off of their daugther love story like in the Novel. Though the honeymoon is great love the cute and romantice side of the story. the end part where they invite guest was great but having they all singing was not matching the vibe of the special episode. i so happy when Dr. Prem said that she want to have a steady strong bond with Pat and in her Future there will always be Pat I was thinking Dr. Prem wanted to have a child. sigh...

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Immaculate vibes, hollow script.

I was scrolling through Netflix when I stumbled across Left-Handed Girl. Right from the beginning, the visuals in here are enchanting. Taipei is beautiful with its blur of vibrant lights and humming traffic. I liked that some of the scenes were shot at the eye level of I-Jing; it perfectly emphasizes how vast and wondrous the world feels when you're only five years old. Nina Ye, the child actress who played her, is my favorite part of the entire film.

Sadly, aside from the aesthetics, everything else fell flat for me. There isn't much of a plot, but somehow there are plenty of plotholes and unanswered questions. I'm not entirely sure what the film was trying to achieve with the story, but the way it uses cultural superstitions — such as the left-hand taboo — feels more like an afterthought than anything else. It comes across as superficial rather than thought-provoking. The characters aren't just infuriating; they are poorly written and lack depth. Except for I-Jing, I didn't care for anyone else.

An underwhelming film, I don't recommend.

Although, thanks for the stunning cinematography, I guess?

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THE BEST GIRL LOVE STORY I HAVE SEEN

i don't know what everyone thinks. but i love this story. Ptik and Northstar pick the right casting for the charaters to portray Dr. Prem and Pat and they did the web novel justice. Ginny and Jayna who did not have any actiing experience and was able to make eveyone cry and the Actors who play the protagonist was awesome especially the Fiance and Pat Best friend Nam i truly wanted to hit them for what they did to Dr Prem and Pat. They sure made the audience hated them so much. As for Dr. Prem Parents no words if i had those parents i disown them but this is a asian famiily thing so its understandable withthe upbringing. i just wish they could of done collaboration with The Secret Of Us and continue the stories with spin off of their daugthers and have the parents as the support roles. audience would love to see girl love stories expand further than just marriage. have family and that they also can live and love like normal couple.

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Definitely of it’s time

**POSSIBLE SPOILERS, Read at your own discretion.**
I look back on 2016 K-dramas with so much love in my heart, as 2015 and 2016 were the years I really started watching, loving, and enjoying them. Most of my favourite titles come from these years, and the clichés that have since been mostly wiped away from dramas are what initially drew me to this one. Not to mention the two leads, Jo Jung Suk and Gong Hyo Jin, who are some of my favourite talents Korea has to offer, which was a huge bonus.

I went into this expecting only a couple of things that I remembered being common for dramas of this period: an overly macho male lead who eventually turns soft as a plush, a pushover female lead who may or may not grow a backbone, and a second lead who would make me root for him, only to end up as a great friend to the female lead when she ultimately chose the first male lead.

Little to say, I was incredibly surprised by some of what I expected, and some of what I did not. I was NOT expecting the male lead in this drama to have breast cancer, and for it to be introduced so early on came as such a pleasant shock. I think the cancer portion of this drama was incredibly well done, witty, and featured some of the best scenes, especially during the hospital visits. Most of my favourite moments throughout the drama came from the cancer and hospital arc.

That said, this drama definitely suffered from too many issues in my eyes. It relied heavily on the leads’ silly moments and made light of serious topics, which truly made me feel like the drama expected to be carried by its comedy and outright ridiculousness. This was especially true with the worn-out and incredibly tiresome love triangle. God, that love triangle made me hate Jeongwon so much, and somehow I hated him even more toward the end. I know this is an incredibly unpopular take, but it is mine nonetheless.

I saw Jeongwon as a creep, almost borderline stalker. Why did he always know where Nari was, and why did he constantly push his way in? I felt he was using his “love”, which felt more like obsession, to fill some kind of attachment void left by his mother, or to use Nari as a form of rebellion against his suffocating, luxurious life. He was very much in character the entire time with the rich boy gets whatever he wants attitude, and he often robbed Nari of her agency by forcing himself into her choices. It felt like their entire relationship consisted of him shoving himself into her life, constantly forcing himself into her orbit, and never letting her think for herself for even a second. He was overbearing, rude, and overall an unenjoyable character for me. Personality of wet cardboard, much? The only thing he knew how to do was yell and act entitled, no matter how much the drama tried to paint him as a good guy.

Not to mention how inconsiderate he was toward Ms. Geum, essentially his ex-fiancée. She was a surprisingly enjoyable character to me, and I felt she was just as wronged as he was, in a way he was unwilling to perceive or understand. As a woman, she had a duty and role to fulfill in securing a suitable arranged marriage, and she was more than willing to make it work. She genuinely seemed to admire Jeongwon for who he was and was willing to go the distance to get to know him.

As much as the drama tried to portray Ms. Geum as a wacko who was obsessed and a pathetic pick-me who could not let go, the more I saw her as a woman who simply wanted to be given a chance by the man she truly liked. She was willing to do what she had to do, and even wanted to know Jeongwon more deeply. I applaud her character and would root for her any day.

Furthermore, I can hardly begin to articulate how I feel about Hwashin and Nari, let alone them as a couple. Hwashin was very rude, narcissistic, and overly masculine. He was toxic to everyone around him, including himself. He is one of those characters I dislike but can unfortunately understand, though never validate. He is an asshole, plain and simple, with no excuses. He needed to learn respect for women, his friends, and himself. For much of the first half of the drama, he let his ego rule him, only for his cancer diagnosis to humble him at times.

I genuinely think being diagnosed with a disease most commonly associated with women was a major turning point for him. It forced him to step back and truly evaluate who he was. While I do not think he showed an insane amount of growth, especially during the far too long love triangle arc where he often became toxic and unrelenting, I did enjoy seeing the changes in how he approached Nari toward the end. He softened considerably, developed those “honey eyes”, and learned to address her more kindly and gently as he fell in love. I just hate that it took so long for such a jaded man to become enjoyable, especially around episodes 18 to 20. I really liked him then, and it felt like such a shame that so much potential was wasted.

I wish the drama had developed him more, especially with all the background they gave him early on. A clearer and more relatable explanation of how and why he became the asshole we met at the beginning would have gone a long way. It was incredibly obvious that his arrogance was a cover for a man deeply wounded by how his life had gone so far.

For example, there was so much potential in the storyline about him ruining his brother Joongshin’s life with that exposé. Was he forced to do that story, or did he do it purely for personal gain? He looked pained while delivering it, but even more hurt and disgusted with himself afterward. There was too little context for me to judge his actions, so it slipped through the cracks. With more depth, it could have made for a perfect character arc for Hwashin and added more weight to his brother’s death. Because so little was done with Joongshin’s character, I ultimately felt nothing toward him, either before or after his passing. He was just kind of there, and his death felt like a failed plot device meant to bring everyone together.

I also would have loved it if they worked harder to show that Hwashin was not popular with higher-ups at work and was consistently given demeaning assignments. I will never forget the remark where someone said Hwashin was overlooked as a reporter and never taken seriously, something along the lines of, “Why else would they have sent him to Thailand?” or “Why else do you think he accepted that position and stayed away for three years?” It is a small detail, but again, it was a missed opportunity.

It is such a letdown how much complexity slipped past Hwashin and his disgruntled family. The family was indeed a mess, but they could have been so much more. A mess with layered conflicts that eventually came together for reasons beyond just Ppalgang. Using a single teenager and a pointless character death to reunite everyone after years of resentment felt like the smallest and laziest writing choice.

Finally, Nari also felt like a massive missed opportunity. I fear that her hopes, dreams, and ambitions were completely squashed in favor of making her nothing more than a pawn of love. She was treated as an object and allowed herself to be handled whichever way others chose, all while insisting she was acting out of greed or self-interest. In reality, she was constantly pushed and pulled, rarely making decisions for herself or ever standing up for herself.

They could have expanded her character by portraying her as a dutiful older sister trying her best to make life work for herself, her siblings, and her abandoned stepmother, who seemed closer to her in age than a parent. It would have been incredibly heartwarming to see the two women bond and openly resent Nari’s father for abandoning his children, his eldest daughter, and his young wife. Instead, we saw little to none of her stepmother, very little of her brother Pyobum, and only some of Chiyeol when it conveniently served the plot.

Her family was honestly the most enjoyable part of the drama for me, and I would have loved to see more of them, especially her stepmother. Seriously, what did she do? Did she own the snack shop? How did she even meet Nari’s dad and marry him? Questions and stories like these could have easily replaced the countless wasted episodes spent on that stupid love triangle. Thinking about it genuinely makes me angry.

While I definitely have my qualms with this drama and could say much more, this is where I will leave it. As of writing this, I am on episode 20 and plan to finish the drama. I do not think I will edit this review afterward, as I doubt my issues will be resolved in just four episodes.

I will say that while I disliked many aspects of this drama, there were things I genuinely enjoyed as well. I will not rewatch it often, but if I ever do, it will be with a sense of nostalgic fondness.

I hope you enjoyed the read, and feel free to share if you had similar issues.

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Somewhat Disappointing

Ive watched a ton of kdramas, including plenty of action-packed ones, so I was really hyped for Weak Hero Class 1 when I finally got around to it—especially with its sky-high rating on MDL. I expected something groundbreaking.
The first few episodes hooked me, particularly the arc with Gil-su (Kim Gil-soo) as the villain. It felt grounded, intense, and the fights were brutal in a realistic way. But after that storyline wraps up, things slow way down and start feeling over-the-top compared to the more restrained early vibe. The pacing drags in the latter half, and the drama leans into melodrama that didn’t land for me.
Character-wise, I only really connected with Su-ho (Ahn Soo-ho)—his energy and loyalty carried a lot for me. The others just didn’t click; I found myself not caring much about what happened to them, which made the emotional beats fall flat. That said, the action scenes are still solid (great choreography and intensity), and the acting is strong across the board—especially from the leads.
It’s decent overall, and I can see why some people love it for the themes of bullying, friendship, and survival. But for me, it’s nowhere near an 8-9+ rated show. Highly overrated compared to other action/youth kdramas I’ve seen. If you’re into grounded school violence thrillers early on, give it a shot, but temper expectations for the second half.

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Refreshing!!!

It is soooo refreshing to see a female protagonist playing a typical "male" character for a change - ones that takes the lead, stands her ground, but is not showing it off just because it's a woman. She is just being herself, and her being herself also means having an idol even when you're older, your own bubble of interest and grounded vunerabilty.
She acts well and intertwines with the male main character very well, even though he seems like a manchild at first.

The theme is also refreshing, it feels somewhat new and I'm halfway through and couldn't wait till end to write an review.

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Not disappointed at all: taxi driver ss3 deserves it all

Definitely IN LOVE with this season. The easy portrayal that the actors has given us throughout the whole series is just 10/10. Did have, kinda, not high expectations due to normally the series who have many seasons end up getting just bad and hard to watch, but this series (all three season) didn't disappoint me at all and will rewatch all three seasons soon with my boyfriend (have to educate him lol)! I felt so much throughout the whole series, just as if it happened to me, and enjoyed more than anything the creative ways to get revenge lol, was excited to see new episodes every single time I finished one. Definitely a watch in my opinion and totally time worthy! :)

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Beautifully Cringey love story I can't stop watching

If you want those people that like micro dramas or something about 1% you're going to love this. This is a huge step up from the vertical mini dramas. Also This drama surprised me in the best way. It reminded me a lot of 1% of Something in that it wasn’t trying to be deep, prestigious, or anything it wasn’t. It knew exactly what kind of drama it was — a slightly cringey, forced-cohabitation romance — and it leaned into it fully.
What I loved most is how focused it was. The story is about the couple, period. Side characters exist only to move their relationship forward, not to distract from it. No unnecessary subplots, no random people taking up screen time. Just the couple, their dynamic, and their progression.
It’s funny, giddy, and very rewatchable. The kind of drama you can finish in a day, put on in the background, or recommend to someone who wants something light and cute without emotional exhaustion. It honestly felt more watchable than Boys Over Flowers — better chemistry, better outfits, and way less unbearable energy.
The female lead can be over-the-top for her age, but it works here. It’s exaggerated in a way that’s funny, not grating. And the male lead? Yes, he’s dominant and obsessive — but in this drama’s world, it never crossed into creepy. It stayed firmly in “dramatic, devoted, and ridiculous in a fun way.”
If I had to nitpick, I wish the transition from “not together” to “together” had been given a bit more weight. The moment happened quickly and could’ve been more defined. But once they were together, the drama didn’t fumble it — we actually got plenty of couple time.
Overall, this was honest, complete, and exactly what it set out to be.
Rating: 9-9.5/10
For this type of drama, it honestly does almost everything right

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A Difficult Struggle for Justice Against a Sexual Predator

I was inspired by a friend’s review list here and decided to give Faithful a try. I usually trust her opinions because we share similar tastes when it comes to inspirational plotlines. That said, I honestly struggled to get through Episode 1. It felt quite slow and seemed like the story wasn’t really going anywhere. Still, because her recommendations often align with my preferences, I decided to push through.
I’m really glad I did. After the first four or five episodes, more characters are introduced, and the story starts to take shape and gain meaning.

The drama centers around seeking justice for a wronged woman seven years after her death. It deals with sexual abuse, victim-blaming, and the struggle for justice in an old historical period patriarchal society. It’s more serious and socially conscious than the typical romance scroll drama.

Faithful may seem like a revenge drama, since the characters carefully plot against the villain, but it is truly about seeking justice. Even when they have the chance to kill the villain, they refrain, showing that their aim isn’t personal satisfaction, but to reveal the truth and hold him accountable. Revenge stems from anger and retaliation, while justice is guided by principle and fairness, which lies at the heart of the story.

The narrative structure alternates between two timelines:
The past (seven years ago), showing the abuse, legal failures, and Rulan’s tragic fate.
The present (seven years later), focusing on Meng Wan’s revenge and investigation to overturn the injustice.

The drama openly depicts how a charismatic but predatory man exploits young women under the guise of teaching them a skill, and how the legal system and society protect powerful men while shaming victims.
Rather than supporting those who speak out, the society in the drama blames victims for bringing dishonor upon themselves, showing the social stigma and obstacles survivors face.
The core arc follows Meng Wan’s determination to dismantle the status quo and pursue justice, not just for her friend but for others who suffered similarly.
The drama is quite realistic about sexual abuse, power imbalance and justice. However, it is still a drama, some parts are unrealistic, heightened or stylized for narrative impact. Trauma isn't easily resolved
Instead of “instant recovery” often seen in idol dramas: victims carry long-term emotional scars, shame and fear remain for years, loved ones also suffer, healing is slow and incomplete. The drama accurately highlights how evidence is hard to prove, authorities doubt victim testimony, and perpetrators can manipulate the system.

However, there is a very important nuance: Sexual abuse cases are complex, and dramas like Faithful focus on one narrative (the victim seeking justice) but reality involves both genuine victims and occasional false accusations in real life. Evidence is critical.
Courts and police have to rely on tangible evidence, witness statements, and documentation. Without proof, it’s very hard to convict someone, even if the accusation is genuine. Even though rare, False accusations exist, and it is fair to acknowledge this when discussing this topic about real life. However, when they happen, they can ruin reputations and lives, which is why evidence and due process are essential. Both survivors and the accused deserve fair investigation.
The key takeaway is: justice systems must carefully weigh claims, evidence, and protection for all parties. Survivors need support and protection to come forward.
Societal understanding should focus on truth, fairness, and preventing abuse, not assuming guilt or innocence automatically.

Faithful is a drama with uneven production quality. It starts off slow and budget constrained but becomes much stronger in direction, suspense, and editing once the main plot unfolds. Essentially, the story and themes carry it through despite a shaky beginning.
It threads focus on story and characters rather than spectacle or production scale, suggesting the drama isn’t known for flashy production values. It is more grounded and character-driven than expensive-looking.

🌟 Core Lessons and Messages

1. Even when the legal system fails, people can still fight for truth,  justice might take time, but perseverance matters.
2. Collective strength can achieve what one person alone cannot. The story emphasizes unity, solidarity, and collective bravery in the face of power and corruption.
3. Women supporting women is powerful.
4. Silence in the face of wrongdoing enables injustice.
Several characters once remained silent out of fear or self-interest.
The drama shows that bystanders have responsibility, and doing nothing can be as harmful as the crime itself.
5. Truth comes with a price. Seeking justice is not easy, people suffer, sacrifice, and risk reputations and lives. It teaches that justice is not always clean or painless, but it is meaningful.
6. Power can corrupt, but integrity can defy it.
The drama exposes corruption, abuse of authority, and class privilege.
At the same time, it celebrates characters who stand firm in morality, conscience, and courage despite pressure.


🌼 Takeaway for Women

Speak up. Your voice has power. Your story has meaning. You deserve justice, respect, and agency.
Support each other.
Act with truth and evidence.
Use past struggles as strength.
Balance compassion and courage.
Seek justice, not revenge.
Educate yourself to avoid being naive.

Faithful celebrates women who reclaim their narrative, not by being fearless, but by choosing not to let fear win. Unity among women is powerful, but it must be guided by fairness, truth, and evidence.
In short: Faithful shows that justice is not emotion-driven; it’s evidence-driven. Even when seeking revenge, the characters rely on facts to avoid becoming perpetrators of injustice themselves.

The last episode of Faithful was incredibly meaningful and heartwarming. It explores what could happen if everyone made wise choices, especially the family members and shows how these decisions lead to positive outcomes and a truly happy ending for everyone and their children.
If I were rating the drama based solely on this episode, it would easily be a perfect 10. In fact, this final episode actually raised my overall rating above what I initially intended. I don’t see it as just a “what-if” bonus to the story; in my opinion, it embodies the central lesson of the drama itself.
The heroine’s smile (Rulan) at the end was, in my view, among the most beautiful endings I’ve ever seen in a drama. Her performance was outstanding, one of my top 10 perfectly capturing a character who is kind, brave, and a little naive. While I gave her 10, it was 8 on performance overall because I also considered the other characters and performances, but her final portrayal was truly unforgettable.

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