A MASTERPIECE
POJ gave us everything -- flawless face cards, unforgettable characters, and exceptional performances from the entire cast. ✨Thanks to production tean and the director is awesome!! 🫶🏻
Pursuit of Jade completely exceeded my expectations. I started watching it out of curiosity, but it quickly became one of my favorite C-dramas. Zhang Linghe and Tian Xiwei's chemistry is absolutely top-notch, and every emotion they portrayed felt genuine.
The visuals, cinematography, OST, costumes, and acting were all amazing.
Even though some scenes from the novel weren't adapted, the drama still delivered a beautiful story that stayed true to its emotional core. It made me laugh, cry, and root for every character. A drama that's definitely worth watching and one I'll never get tired of recommending. đź’•
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Strong Start but Flat Last Episodes
Like the title says. I really enjoyed the first half of the show but unfortunatly the last 4-ish episodes I started getting bored. I think it was due to the fact that the one thing holding the female lead back throughout all the episodes was the same. The fact that he still spoke to his ex wife so once it hit like episode 8-9 it was getting too repetitive.I think this show displays quite clear communication trope like misunderstandings were quickly cleared up. Also the fact she was so insecure about his ex was annoying to watch but quite realistic. Like I think I would be insecure too if I were in her shoes.
Anyways acting was fun and I think their chemistry was okay. Not the best but also not the worst. Overall I had a fun time watching.
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wtf is with the cliffhanger in ep 24
The whole series was good until you get to ep 24; they end the bloody show on a cliffhanger. Man i really need a bloody season 2 for this show. If they can't give a season 2, at least give an extra episode to completely end the show properly. I will not change the review ontil i get a proper ending.Was this review helpful to you?
Definitely should be in your watchlist!
It's a little different from traditional Thai gl. It starts with the complexity of a marriage between two people with social difference. This story is a reality check that marriage is not always sunshine and rainbows. It's sometimes cloudy and suffocating too.Being for real... Kingkamol (Runch's mother) should KHS!!
Leave my happy RunchNeen alone!!
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Plot is not well thought out
The plot is rampant with plot holes. There’s no continuity and the characters regress in development/extremely inconsistent. As the story progressed it seemed to unravel more and more. After finishing My Royal Nemesis, I’m left with more questions the answers. Many of the storylines throughout the plot started (often needlessly being included) and were left loose ends.Was this review helpful to you?
1One thing the drama deserves its flowers for was the cast. Really good acting across the board. No notes. I’m very impressed and happy to see a consistently strong performance. Besides the main leads, notably, the performance by the actress playing Jahyeon is to be lauded.
The script was decent overall, even if I had some issues with the execution here and there. There was decent dialogue and banter between the main leads as well. The drama’s biggest drawback is that it was overly ambitious without having enough time to fully explore and flesh out both the plot and the characters. Twenty-minute episodes simply weren’t enough to peel back the layers of the characters’ trauma as well as the complex mystery they were trying to weave. I believe this constraint led to some sloppy scene execution in order to keep the plot moving.
I loved the characterization for the most part sans Lee Chaeha and the severely underdeveloped background about his stint as a police officer. Giving such a background to a character and not having any of the qualities of that profession that come with it translate into present time was a great disservice to the character.
I think the strongest selling point for me was Ju Taeseon. He is snarky, witty, and petty. He opens his mouth and you cannot predicts what’s going to come out of it. And the actor did his part very well too. He entertained me from start to end.
The actors’ chemistry also deserves praise. It felt effortless and charming. I really liked the romance, though I would’ve preferred a little more tension. A bit more push and pull, with a slower build-up at the beginning. Again, I think that’s more a consequence of the limited runtime than any lack of chemistry between the actors.
Overall, I was highly entertained so i’ll bump my original rating by 0.5 and give it an 8.
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Story is dragged and questionable chemistry
The plot initially seemed interesting and had enough potential to keep me invested, but the execution was disappointing. The biggest issue is the lack of chemistry between the main leads. Their interactions often feel forced and awkward rather than natural, making it difficult to become emotionally invested in their relationship. At times, both actors come across as stiff, and their performances fail to bring the characters to life.One of the lead actresses, in particular, delivers a weak performance. Her expressions and emotional scenes rarely feel convincing, which makes many important moments lose their impact. Instead of enhancing the story, her acting often pulls you out of it.
Another major problem is the repetitive writing. Almost every episode revolves around the same conflicts with the mother-in-law, and after a few episodes, it becomes predictable and exhausting. Rather than developing the characters or introducing fresh storylines, the series keeps recycling the same arguments and misunderstandings.
Overall, the writing feels quite shallow, with underdeveloped characters, repetitive conflicts, and an unacceptable lack of chemistry between the leads. While the premise had promise, the poor execution and uninspiring performances make it difficult to stay engaged.
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Jack & Joker: U Steal My Heart! (Uncut Ver.)
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Engaging
I really enjoy this series. It was quite a journey; it was fun, it was sad, it made me angry, and it had some "huh?" moments that give you pause. The chemistry is on point, and the grandmother character is VIP in my eyes. It is not flawless; I would have loved a bit more character development for the support cast.The world-building was good; the acting was engaging as you could relate with the main cast's struggles. The OST was superb, especially the Tattoo Colour song "Just Still... (have you)".
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TayNew's Unmatched Chemistry and Chaotic Comedy Carry an Okay Script
A Dog and a Plane relies heavily on the timeless charm of Tay and New, delivering electric chemistry and endless comedy even when the overarching plot feels a bit disjointed. Tay Tawan and New Thitipoom’s off-the-charts dynamic shines through the classic "opposites attract" trope, flawlessly balancing Khanit’s pristine, put-together demeanor with Toto’s delightfully cringey, loud, and quirky energy. The series starts on a high note with an engaging setup centered around Khanit’s cheating ex-boyfriend, the secret debt, and the fun revelation that Toto had been harboring feelings for Khanit all along while acting as his spy. The acting and romantic payoff throughout these early stages are top-tier, making for an immensely enjoyable watch. However, the narrative loses steam when it transitions into the second half. Khanit’s deep, intense love for his ex was portrayed so heavily in the beginning that his sudden shift toward dating Toto felt a bit too fast and unearned. Furthermore, once the initial drama settled, the sudden turn into a standard "pleasing the strict parents who look down on Toto's job" plotline felt like a strange shift in pacing. While the storyline could have definitely been tighter and more cohesive, the sheer charisma of TayNew, paired with fantastic romance scenes and great comedic beats, makes it a fun ride overall.Was this review helpful to you?
a story about losing yourself for people who won’t choose you.
oh my!!!!!! this drama is absolutely one of my top 3 bl dramas of all time. i have so much to say about it, so let’s start this review because i already know it won’t be short!'love in the big city' is not a perfect love story. it's messy, bittersweet, and sometimes uncomfortable, but that's exactly why it feels so close to real life.
what i loved the most about Go-young is how painfully human he is. he is not a perfect character, and that's exactly why he feels so real. he makes mistakes, he holds on to people who are NOT always good for him, and sometimes he loses pieces of himself while trying to find love and acceptance. but instead of judging him, i actually found myself understanding him so much, and now he's definitely my comfort character.
his relationship with his last boyfriend (Sim Gyu-ho) especially stayed with me.
it was heartbreaking because it felt SO real.. that feeling of loving someone deeply while slowly realizing that maybe you are the only one still fighting for the relationship :( the pain wasn't just about losing someone, but about realizing how much time and energy you can give to a person who might not even look back at you in the future.
Go-young is someone who wants to be loved, understood, and chosen, but sometimes he searches for those things in people who cannot give them to him. and honestly, i think many people can see a part of themselves in that.
this drama made me think about all the moments when we hold on to someone because we are attached to the version of them we created in our heads... not necessarily who they really are. it's painful, but also incredibly honest.
i finished this drama feeling sad (i cried my eyes out), but also grateful. some stories don't need a perfect "happy" ending to be meaningful. <3
at the end, i want to add:
this drama is incredibly important for young queer people, especially gay men who are struggling with their identity, feeling lost, or trying to find themselves.
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Plot triumps over promotion Acting over Hype
Im lovin Royal Betrothal so far it strays away from the popular trope flooding the C world at the moment. Its refresing to see a Young emperor Ying Gua played by Chen Zhe Yuan trying to burst out the grips of the throne. Not being a puppet of the old seers of the old ways. It nice to see an emperor not just handing out Edicts and reform in the comforts of his throne.This is my first Wu jin Yan drama and i only hear good things from her acting and drama selection and ao far i am very satisfied. She played Meng Ting Hui an abused orphan trying to defeat oppression she experience early in life by studying and trying to be a good politician.
i am soo inlove with friendships being shown in this drama Meng Ting Hui and Fu zhi friendship is just lovely. Same goes with Yingua and Zhi zu.
This series just air dropped all of a sudden even actors in it were caught off guard . Absolutely no promotion which is just sad given the effort made by the people involve. Its just a relief that with the actors skills Yingua and Meng ting hui was given life beautifully.
Given the brouhaha this drama had in the onset of filming im just glad the drama is doing well.
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1Deep In "Deep In"
Note: This is a review, but also not because I really can't seem to put into words the qualities that made this drama so great when I have praised it at length week after week. I could try, but it would almost feel insincere to go on about the cinematography, soundtrack, dialogue, set design, and quality of acting when it is the overall feeling of this drama that sticks with me the most. And so all I can and really want to do is try to describe that feeling to you.I can hardly recall the last time I stayed to watch the credits roll for a film.
When even with the now harsh lights of the theatre pulling me out of the trance I was stuck in and beckoning me toward the door—the real, outside world—like a spotlight—I waited with bated breath, hands clasped together in almost a prayer, as the names of those who created the work I was so enchanted by passed by, my eyes full of tears yet shining, smiling, heart pounding, my feet firmly planted to the floor, wondering when—if ever—I will feel so enraptured, so touched. Hoping for something, anything, at the end, yet expecting and gladly accepting nothing should it be so.
I stayed for this drama.
Deep In is unlike anything I will likely ever see. And that is a wonder yet also heartbreaking.
To be so pulled into the fiction, the fiction within the fiction, that I become as caught up as the actors did in their characters and the characters with their actors.
I only wish I had really seen it on the big screen. If only so I might turn to my right and maybe, just maybe, see someone else in the same state as me.
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I enjoyed watching OVERDO
I finished the whole 33 eps….even though it’s an open ending but for me is happy ending…you really have to pay attention to every detail towards the ending to get that happy ending…for example the brothers asked qingyi to stand up n go back to susu n lean…and also qingyi letter to susu…asked her to wait…ect.Overall…I really enjoyed watching OVERDO especially with Zhang Ling He in it….his acting was superb 👍👍👍 his visual without a doubt WOWWWW
When i watch a drama I don’t really care with the cinematography and else like everyone been criticized…all i care about is the storyline and the actors acting
I RECOMMENDED YOU ALL GIVE IT A TRY
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The cinematography is breathtaking!
Some dramas entertain you. Others completely immerse you in their world. The East Palace belongs to the second category.đź’Ż
From the very first episode, I found myself completely captivated. I didn't just watch the story, I felt like I was living inside its world. When a drama can make you forget everything around you and lose yourself in its atmosphere, it has achieved something truly special.
Although it is categorized as horror, I never felt fear or disgust. Instead, it offered a beautifully crafted artistic experience. The supernatural elements created mystery and wonder rather than relying on cheap scares, making the series accessible even for viewers who are not usually fans of the horror genre.
Visually, this is one of the most stunning Korean dramas I have ever watched. The cinematography is breathtaking, with beautiful colors, striking contrast, elegant lighting, and carefully composed shots that often feel like works of art. Combined with an exceptional musical score, immersive sound design, magnificent costumes, impressive visual effects, and outstanding production quality, every episode feels like a high-budget cinematic experience rather than a television series.
The writing is equally impressive. The story maintains suspense while developing its characters naturally, balancing mystery, emotion, fantasy, and historical atmosphere without ever losing its rhythm. Every element works together seamlessly.
The performances are outstanding across the entire cast. Every actor brings authenticity and emotional depth to their role, making the characters feel believable despite the supernatural setting.
What impressed me most is how modern this drama feels while remaining a period piece. It successfully combines the beauty of a historical setting with contemporary cinematic storytelling, creating a unique viewing experience.
Also, GgeoMeokSaLi completely stole my heart. This adorable little spirit added warmth, humor, and charm to the story, proving that even the smallest character can leave one of the biggest impressions.
For me, after watched it 2 times. The East Palace is much more than a horror drama. It is an artistic, immersive, and unforgettable journey that stayed with me long after the final episode. A true masterpiece, and without hesitation, ❤️10/10.
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Love!!
I do not usually watch MaxNat’s series, but I wanted to genuinely support them because of Nat’s statement about having to leave DMD, and this being his last series. I honestly thought that this episode was pretty good!! The acting of all the characters besides Gems’s characters dad was amazing. I liked how the show could go from serious to silly without it being annoying or out of place. I also appreciated how the storyline was super laid out and I knew what to expect, while also being shocked at the same time. It was funny too and I found myself giggling. Overall, a solid first episode and I’m looking forward to the next.Was this review helpful to you?
