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The Most Amusing & Entertaining Adaptation Ever
Adapted from the webtoon “A Good Day to Be a Dog” (오늘도 사랑스럽개) by Lee Hey (이혜), this is one of those shows that leaves a memorable impression in your minds. MBC’s latest fantasy romcom is a rustic mix of intriguing characters, riveting storyline and a cute dog that you can’t hate. I was actually apprehensive about watching this drama; the only reason to start this show was Cha Eun Woo. Yup, I have been his huge fan since I saw his high school romance, “True Beauty”. “Island Season One & Two” has further cemented my obsession; so here we are. The pilot episodes do a decent job of introducing the characters while neatly weaving the unbelievable yet hilarious fantasy element. Well, you don’t have many dramas where the female protagonist turns into a cutesy dog, do you? Starring alongside Cha Eun Woo is Park Gyu Young; frankly I wasn’t quite enthused about watching her. Her clingy character roles in “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay” and “The Devil Judge” were lackluster. So, I wasn’t sure if I wanted to watch a drama which features her as the main lead. But Park Gyu Young manages to break out of the old mold and turns the tables to play a bubbly character who is equal parts sweet and amusing. The trio is completed by Lee Hyun Woo who recently starred in “Money Heist: Korea – Joint Economic Area”. Now, fasten your seatbelts as I take you on this joyride!Read the complete article here-
https://kcdramamusings.wordpress.com/2023/10/13/a-good-day-to-be-a-dog-first-impressions/
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I binged! So glad I decided to wait until all eps were out!
I had so much fun with this story! It was really cute. It made my short list of bingeable series. It would have benefitted from airing without momentum breaks I’m pretty sure. I thought the main couple was just too cute for words. I also thought the dogs were SO CUTE, especially FL’s dog form. I’m a millenial and grew up on a show called Wishbone where a jack russel terrier solves cases and has the cutest little outfits. This series gave me shades of that. 14 eps was just the right length for this story. Maybe it could have even been 13 or 12 but definitely 16 would have overdone it. I really enjoyed the overall cast and their side stories. Eunwoo is as swoonworthy as ever and delivers some of the best kdrama kisses I’ve ever seen OMG *fans self*. Spoiler alert ***HE USES TONGUE***. He’s coming along nicely in his development and I’m looking forward to his future projects.Was this review helpful to you?
Rewatch value ૮ฅ・ﻌ・აฅ
At the beginning, I was really into this original story with cute puppies and even more cute ML. Unfortunately, I I got a bit bored by many long interuptions in airing schedule. While waiting, I just read the webtoon and kind of lacked the interest in the second part of the drama. Sadly, it took me a while to even finish watching. I rewatched it recently, and I finally enjoyed the whole drama! So I need to change my previous rating :D very good casting, the plot sometimes too sweet and cliche, but fun and refreshing...and again puppies <3 Also, 14 ep work for me as I usually have trouble to put up with the final two from 16 ep, where the plot weakens, and it gets just annoyingly romantic and indigestible.Was this review helpful to you?
This is not helping Cha Eun Woo's acting career
Even Cha Eun Woo's handsomeness cannot make me finish this drama. It's lacking so many things. Sure, the story is unique but it's not interesting enough. Yes, the dog is cute.It's just not worth my time when there are other airing dramas with better stories. This makes me sad because I'm his fan.,I wish he'd get better roles after this. Roles where his visuals is not always the focus. I need to see how talented of an actor he really is and sadly, this is not it.
All in all, if u don't have much expectations or u don't mind being dumb down by a drama, watch this.
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Uberly Cute
This is such a cute, wholesome drama with an insane premise that’s probably suffering in ratings and views because of its frustrating airing schedule. I love the FL and enjoy her acting, and this time Cha Eun Woo has actually done a good job too. I usually find his acting stiff because of the roles he plays, but playing an older character seems to have worked this time. He’s still very cute and I find the romance between the leads to be heart fluttering,The plot itself is a mix of fantasy and thriller. The premise almost seems ridiculous but it’s well adapted. There seem to be few differences from the webtoon but those elevate the story so far, I hope when I edit this review, I can say that the ending lands.
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A great romcom with perfect casting
I've been counting the days for this drama to be released! Ever since I read the webtoon, I was hooked and have been on the hunt for a romcom that would capture that same magic. When I heard about this adaptation, I had a strong feeling it was going to be a hit. And I was right! Every scene is packed with those swoon-worthy moments that give you all the feels, and there's this constant bubbly energy that keeps you smiling from ear to ear. The dynamic between Haena's playful quirks and Seowon's laid-back attitude is just the combo we needed. I know there were some whispers about Cha Eunwoo diving into yet another tsundere character, but Seowon breaks that mold. He's not the typical cold guy; Eunwoo has portrayed him with a gentle shyness that's simply endearing. The anticipation for the next episode is real!Was this review helpful to you?
Loving it!
I am pleasantly surprised that I am loving this drama. It is funny and refreshing. I like the chemistry between the two main characters. I will continue watching thru the end. I hope it is a successful drama. I am enjoying the story line. Thanks to all the actors for their hard work in entertaining us. Wishing much success to Cha Eun Woo on this work.I have seen some negative comments which he should ignore. Those individuals should look at this work as an entertainment project and not bash the actors.
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its like the webtoon - cute little watch
did i have to sit with gritted teeth from the cringe sometimes? yeswas it worth it? also yes
I had already read the webtoon and from the looks of it the cast fit based on my knowledge of the story so I was really happy with the casting choices. the actors all do a fantastic job of portraying the characters they were given. i just wish Eunwoo would stop going for these roles that have no range on the ML's facial expressions. poor dude always looks the same. but if you're already used to that, then you won't have a problem with this.
the drama can be a bit frustrating in the sense that people here lack common sense and good planning/problem-solving skills so it can get you to cringe real hard at times. but only for seconds at a time lol.
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A must watch!
A Good Day To Be A Dog is a must watch, as it is living up to the webtoon to start, with the Actors excellently and perfectly bringing the webtoon characters to life. It is a feel good romcom which will make one fall in love with the characters and the story. Cha Eunwoo as Jin Seowon is again a perfect showing of a tsundere role, which he has mastered in delivering, even with dramas he was worked on in the past. He does tsundere like no other actor! His scenes revolving around his character being bullied and how emotional he is about it is heart-tugging. His love for Haena shown on various scenes is also heart warming. Another thing that is commendable about Cha Eunwoo is him bringing 'real' kissing into Kdramaland, with moments leading up to the kiss and the kisses itself which effectively communicate the couple being so much in love; as the script and story intends to convey. Park Gyuyoung as Haena is also such a treat to watch, and she like Cha Eunwoo, brought to life the webtoon character so perfectly. The cute dog and CG of Gaena (Haena as dog) charachter is also well delivered and captured on screen. SeoHae couple chemistry is also 'chemistrying' onscreen and even in the behind the scenes, so viewers like me can't help but root for them. I really love this drama and I find myself always looking forward the Wednesdays when the episodes come out.Was this review helpful to you?
UM BOM DIA PARA ASSISTIR UMA SERIE DIVERTIDA
Eu estou adorando essa romcom, anseio toda semana por seus episódios, o elenco é muito bom, a história é engraçada e ao mesmo tempo comovente, quando mostra os traumas e o bullyng que Seowon sofreu, é uma parte tensa, dramática, eu sinto a dor desse personagem, e eu me identifico com ele por ter uma fobia, por ser tímida, pelos traumas , enfim, esse personagem me faz chorar e querer protegê-lo, Cha Eunwoo está perfeito nesse papel por passar essa fragilidade e fofura que te faz querer pegar Seowon no colo e consolá-lo.Haena é divertida, espirituosa, doce, fofa, forte, e tem sido uma heroína para Seowon, adoro quando ela o protege e o conforta e dá suporte emocional para que ele consiga dominar o medo de cachorros.
Enfim, é uma história que me faz suspirar vendo o desenrolar do romance entre Haena e Seowon, também me deixa intrigada o misterioso Bogyeoun, ele não parece vilão, ele engana com aquele sorriso e simpatia, mas acho os próximos capítulos vão mostrar seu lado mais obscuro.
Assistam , vocês vão gostar.
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Enfim, falando sobre os personagens eu gostei muito dos principais e dos personagens laterais.
Gostei bastante da dinâmica da personagem principal se transformar em cachorro depois de ser beijada (?), por que sinceramente nunca vi algo do tipo! haha
E também gostei bastante da forma que eles demonstraram a época dos namoros dos principais, e o romance entre professores. Muito fofo!
A parte histórica foi bem necessária para explicar o contexto, mesmo depois de ver muita gente reclamando sobre, mas como os reclamões saberiam sobre como começou a maldição da família e como ela acabaria? É necessário na maioria dos dramas e nessa foi super.
Uma coisa que me incomodou assim como várias pessoas como percebi, foi esse último episódio. Teve bastante flashbacks desnecessários e umas histórias um pouco nada a ver com nada, esperava ver mais do namoro deles do que o que já tivemos, mas a parte mais romântica. Também, que pena do tio dela, meu Deus do céu! Como tudo acontece com esse homem! hahahaha. Na minha opinião, o último episódio não foi bom, mas também não foi ruim, foi estranho. Esperava um pouco mais.
Aliás acredito que as cenas de romance foram muito bem feitas pelos protagonistas, a atuação do Eunwoo pelo menos na questão de beijo e química melhoraram muito e espero muito mais dele nesse quesito.
Sendo o meu primeiro drama com a Park Gyu Young sendo a principal totalmente, fiquei feliz pois sempre gostei da maioria dos seus trabalhos então acompanhar um drama de comédia romântica (que são meus favoritos), me fez muito feliz.
Gostaria muito de ver outros trabalhos dos protagonistas juntos, acredito que poderiam mostrar muito mais, principalmente sobre a química deles.
❤ Finalizado em: 13/01/2023 - 8am. - Rio de Janeiro.
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