Reviews

Of Mental Health and Empathy

I usually look at trailers before I watch a drama or check out reviews. But in this case, I started watching it because the title is quite interesting and because of Park Bo Young.

This Daily Dose of Sunshine is seen in our main character - Jung Da Eun. Someone we may think is so happy and perky each day that nothing bad can really affect her. I love how positive her character is and how much she really wants to understand each patient. I love how she finds friends among her colleagues. However, her empathy is quite at a high, that when she loses a patient, it greatly affected her. This goes to show that we can all be affected also mentally and emotionally when we care for someone who may not be emotionally or mentally stable.

This drama gives us a view of the reality of mental illness and in its many forms. We may see that mental illness is not easy to heal. It may cost a lot, but it needs more than just money - it needs carefully study, compassion, courage, strength and even wisdom.

I should say the acting is superb, especially with Bo Young. She is really good when it comes to this kind of emotional delivery. I hope all the actors are not affected by the story, as some do internalize so much their roles. It was only in this drama did I begin to learn about different kinds of mental illnesses. I think it is good for us to be aware of, and learn how we can help one who may be in such a state.

I am glad that in the end, there is a ray of hope, a ray of healing and a ray of sunshine coming back. I would not ask for a season 2. I think the 12 episodes are enough to make us aware that mental illness can be managed or even cured. Let us help contribute to the mental wellness of our society.

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This drama showcases types of love not just one

I really enjoyed the characters lives we were put into and the cases that the lawyers were taking on. I will say the plot of the law firm and the cases they took kept me interested and coming back every week.

I was disappointed with the ending, I see the directors and writers intention with the ML and FL romance. it was a slow burn, and a big emphasis on the connection the were building and emotional intimacy. By the end they were very close to each other and learned and learned from each other. I just really wish we atleast knew if they were heading in the direction of starting a romance.

None the less if it got a season 2 I would watch because I loved the story and the characters.

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A butterfly returns when the flower blooms

Sometimes we need to stop asking why, it is just is. The Chinese makes some of the best BL shows and this is one of them from Hong Kong. It’s gritty and grungy, and very real. When a show is beautifully scripted and craftily edited it can really tell a story and in 5 short episodes. Some are left to the audience imagination. The show talks about relationships that are painful to go through, specially those we regret for not even fighting for. The what ifs! This is not a Thai feel good BL and that’s what makes it so great. It touch me deep and invited some of the pain I went through growing up, and reminded me my life now is what it is based on the choices I made and that happiness continues with knowing we become because we chose it. Is is just is.

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You May like it or may not

To be honest half the story of this drama is so good because evry character is done so well and acting is also done very well but i had major problem with writing of the drama because half of the drama have story until there college years and during that we connect with every character and see that no one is wrong it is just situation and most imortant there is no hint od any three way feelings or love triangle by the end of there college scene in drama it is very well shown that sang yeon is over it even though eun jung and sang hak relationship is not same but it was still not some type of rival thing between female leads but after that i dont know why the writer added this unwanted villian arc for sang yeon because she was clearly good in there college life everyhting was ending on simple note but than writers complicated the things when they enter there work life which i didnt like. but yeah last ten minutes of last episode made me cry because it wa so real, they way eun jung pats sang yeon head and says " you did well" iw ould say great job whoever directed that scene because i ahve personally countless witnessed deaths of including family members this is exactly what most of peole do in those last moments, and yeah rewatch value im giving 1 because of two reason 1st the after mid story of drama which is unwanted and too much emotional ending.

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Short and Simple

The Nameless Season is a cute and light microseries—honestly, it feels like something they could’ve just made into a short movie instead. The plot is super simple, not much really happens, but it still kept me entertained while I was working on my laptop.

It’s about two boys who are classmates and friends, and one of them secretly likes the other. Not a lot of characters, and it definitely feels like a low-budget Korean BL, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing.

My only complaint is how slow some of the conversations are. Like in one scene where they’re eating and drinking, it takes forever for someone to answer a question—it just drags a bit.

But I actually liked how it ended! I thought it would be one-sided love, but the ending was sweet and satisfying. If you’re just looking for something light and easy to watch in one sitting, I’d recommend it. 🩷

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It is a Surprising and Heartwarming Gem

Wow! I did not expect to love this drama so much. It completely took me by surprise, and I ended up binging it in just two days.

Honestly, the first few episodes didn't grab me, mainly because of Ga Ram's goofy character. But as the story unfolded, I fell completely in love with him as I started to understand the depth behind his behavior. Kye Sang's acting was amazing, and I hope to see him in many more dramas. I have became his fan since The Kidnapping day.

Even though I don't typically watch rugby, I couldn't wait to see the team's next match. The drama beautifully conveys the message that if you set your mind to a goal, nothing is impossible.

The true highlight of this show is the rugby team itself. Watching them form a bond as strong as a family and build unshakable trust was a joy. They will make you laugh and cry with them. It was a great journey watching Coach Ga Ram help them achieve their dreams.

It's rare for me to wish a drama was longer, but I'm already missing the team and their story. The final episodes were incredibly emotional, and you will definitely find yourself crying along with them. While the plot itself might seem predictable, the heart and humor of Hanyang High make it a fantastic watch. This drama reminds me of Hot Stove League, which is one of my all-time favorites.

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When Narrative Disorder Masquerades as Depth

The idea is great, but not new.
We’ve already seen it to exhaustion.

Whenever a drama wants to explore “deep female friendship,”
they almost always throw in terminal illness
as the narrative glue.

The only truly remarkable part here
are the performances of Kim Bo Min and Park Seo Kyung
as the younger versions of the leads.
They deliver the real emotion, much more than the adults.

The real problem is the narrative structure.
That tendency in K-dramas to tell the story all over the place:
they start in one year,
jump back 40 years,
then 10 years forward…
and on top of that, insert another story inside a story.

If it had been told in a linear way —
childhood, youth, adulthood, and finally the blow of cancer —
the impact could have been brutal.
But they chose to fragment it.

There’s no accumulation of tension,
because they show you the consequences
before you even understand the causes.

The difference between narrative complexity and narrative disorder is clear:
this drama seems to believe that fragmenting the timeline is art,
when in reality it’s sacrificing emotion.

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So sweet that I got a toothache!

Honestly, I've seen most reviews not being positive, but I decided to give it a try since I like Mark. Let me say I was NOT disappointed!! If you like feel good, lol moments, and a bit of sadness, this story is for you!!

The ending was perfect too and I honestly don't hate the time skip because it's nice to know that even after 3 years, they are still madly in love with another (q-q)

The things I like:
- The casting was so cute! MarkOhm did such a good job in portraying the characters and the chemistry too?? I want to hide because of how sweet (and cringey of course lmao) it was. The playfulness and tension between them on certain scenes left me blushing //cover eyes//
- Green Flags!! Gotta give it to Jway of course AND Captain! He appears to be a rival but honestly, it wasn't that bad and he backed off the moment he knew who Sant chose.
- Conflict?? What's that? Seriously, they didn't have any argument that led to them fighting for days - nor do they have the typical conflict that would cause the couple to break up at the last ep to then get back together. I PRAISE THIS BECAUSE IM TIRED OF THOSE! I JUST WANT FLUFF COUPLE MOMENTS PLEASE
- They COMMUNICATE! Especially when they are together, I love how Jway and Sant will speak their minds.
- Side characters: props to Kak tbh for never trying to 'steal' Yada even after her and her gf broke up. I applaud that they made him a friend that is always supporting Yada and tries to help mend their relationship.

Just my preference: I was happy when they just hinted whenever they just hinted slept together (a few times i might say lmaoo). However there is one NC (i guess it kinda count?) at the end, but honestly it wasn't as intense as other GMMTV ones which is perfect for me lmao

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This drama will make you go through a heart break but it's worth it

Bittersweet is the only word that go through my mind when I think about this drama. So sad but so pure at the same time.
The plot could've been better that's true but the drama's a true masterpiece with the acting (Zhou Yiran and Wang Yinglu ate and left no crumbs), the OST, the cinematography. As I write this review I'm still blown up by this drama.

1. A'Tang & A'Xun

My babies, they lived such difficult lives across all the timelines but the fact that they found themselves and treated each other as the family they never had is so comforting, I think that's why ep 6 is my fav all the whole drama. Their love story is so subtle, so pure but so deep, I think it's one of the most beautiful romance I've ever seen. I'm even so emotional when I writing those words thinking about them. All of this makes ep 8 even more heartbreaking, to think fate is so cruel that it can separate two people so emotionally connected. But at last, they finally triumphed, win against fate and had their happy ending.

2. Yu Nian & Shen Cheng

I'm not gonna lie, they annoyed and stressed me on the first episodes because of their behaviour but I suppose they were acting like this out of love for their parents. They grew on me throughout the drama and honestly their ending makes the story so bittersweet. Although we didn't see much of Shen Cheng's childhood with Haitang, seeing Xun becoming Yu Nian's father, how their bond formed makes the ending so heartbreaking for her.
But I respect their decision to make their parents happy together for once in their life even if the result is sad.

3. small bad point

The plot was confusing sometimes I'm not gonna lie. I don't know if the writer wanted it to appear like that to let to the interpretation to the viewers or something like this. However I like it more when things are detailed don't let too much interpretation. How the mail box appeared ? How the old Xun understood there's something with the mail box ? I also thinks the multiple timelines should've been well more explained. But the theories I've read are fun, I'll pick the one I like the most and makes my heart less heartbroken .

Anyway it was great drama, tough, emotional because of what the characters goes through but it worth you're time, so I recommend it to everyone 🩷🥹.

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Female Vigilante

Just like watching Mr. Queen, I did not look into any reviews about Knight Flower. I just got intrigued again by the drama title.

Some would say that they irked at the thought of casting a much older woman and partnered with a very young male lead. Well, the story actually calls for that. I actually tried to compute the age since the FL was about to get married at the same time the ML lost his family when he was a young boy. So perhaps the FL was around 18-22 years old then and the ML maybe around 10 yrs old. Fifteen years later, we can assume the FL maybe in her 30s and the ML in his early 20s.
Anyways, I believe the casting director took note of this, so I think it is not a miscast.

Lee Ha Nee did a great job living a double life. It is amazing how she remained undetected by her mother-in-law having a Ninja-like skills. I love it when women in this kind of era are presented not as powerless or just submit to the order of society, but as one who can make her own decision and fight injustice.

Lee Jon Won has a very expressive face. I think his role fits him well and though young was never intimidated.

For me the 12 episodes is good for the whole story, though the last episode seemed rush for me. Can this one have a season 2?

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A Delicious Blend of Time Travel and Royal Romance

Wow, I absolutely love time-travel dramas, and Bon Appétit, Your Majesty did not disappoint one bit. The series mixes palace-era storytelling with the modern twist of cooking, and the result is fresh, funny, and absolutely addictive.

Lee Chae Min completely stole the spotlight for me. I already liked him from Hierarchy, but here he truly shines. Tall, handsome, and commanding, he looks every bit the perfect king. His presence on screen is powerful yet warm, making his character both regal and relatable.

On the other hand, this was my very first time seeing Lim Yoon A in a drama, and I was pleasantly surprised. She’s so naturally funny and brings such a lively energy to the series. Her expressions and timing had me laughing out loud more than once, and she balances the drama’s historical setting with just the right amount of lightheartedness.

What really sets this series apart is its unique mix of genres. The cooking element blends seamlessly into the palace backdrop, creating moments that are both heartwarming and mouthwatering. The time-travel concept feels refreshing instead of cliché, keeping the story engaging and full of surprises.

Beyond the characters and concept, the production value is top-notch. The cinematography is gorgeous, with sweeping shots of the palace and beautifully framed cooking scenes. The soundtrack elevates every moment, and the pacing of the story keeps you hooked from the first episode.

Overall, Bon Appétit, Your Majesty is a perfect combination of humor, romance, and fantasy. Every detail—from the acting to the music, feels spot on. I genuinely love this show and cannot wait to see how the rest of the episodes unfold.

A solid 10/10 for me!

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