So. Boring.
Right I'm going to put it out there I didn't finished this drama I tried....I really tried but the ML WAS SOOOO BORING and the drama was pretty much a let down. This is my opinion but I'm pretty sure they had Seo Yea Ji in this drama because she is a well known actress and she might carry the show.Idk if this ML is a rookie or a "known" actor but his character was sooo dry he wasn't giving me ✨AHJUICY✨ he was giving me ✨AhJudry✨, his wife in this show was a spoiled, unbearable brat ugh I wanted to slap her, all that screaming and tantrums is such an ick
I love Seo Yea Ji but her character was fine but not memorable, that one scene where the ML was reading something and her character was just tangoing behind him was just soooo awkward 😆
The sex scenes where just really unnecessary and forced, in episode 6 they were going at it like a bunch of rabbits it was really uncomfortable 😆
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the subtility of the story
I really loved this masterpiece, from the story line to the setting and unraveling of the plot was epic and wonderful.I came here for the Ye ji who played lee lael, she's good at delivering emotions. but the character Kang Yoo kyum captured my soul, he's story unraveled through his eyes and little gestures the actor is definitely my new favourite he delivered the character exceptionally well.
the tango theme though I'm currently new to but they sparked my interest with it, is it something you need or want? can it heal you? do you use it to hide your pain? those are the questions when you see how the theme works well with the story.
I recommend watching it because it's beautiful and to a large extent logical since most movies nowadays like making plots that just don't add up, I wouldn't really rewatch because I tend to hate movies after watching them again and damn the drama's pretty heavy not too dark but really not light either. great watch.
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When everything you love has been stolen from you, all you have left is revenge.
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Eve is about real/sun bin who plots a revenge against the people responsible for the death of her father and disappearence of her mother 13years ago.
The master mind behind it : Han So Ra the daughter of an influencal politician and wife to a rich chaebol (chairman of LY Group) Kang Yoon-gyeom, So Ra is the main antagonist of the show.
Sun bin is helped in her revenge by Seo Eun pyeong.
Characters:
Kim sun bin/ rael (28 yo)
The main protagonist, she represents Aphrodite
Her attractive looks helps her in seducing the cold hearted Kang Yoon-gyeom.
She suffers from sever PTSD along with other psychological issues ( such as self harm).
Han So Ra (45 yo)
She represents Hera.
The only daughter of a politician and wife to Kang Yoon-gyeom, a strong woman who looks like she has everything but one thing : the love of her husband.
Kang Yoon-gyeom (41 yo)
He represents Poseidon
CEO of LY group and his father's successor, he is the richest man in Korea.
Cold and workaholic, his only goal is to succeed. His life changes when he meets Sun bin whom she becomes his obsession.
Seo Eun pyeong (38yo)
He represents Orpheus
A charismatic politician, youngest presidential candidate.
He is the only one aware of sun bin / Rael's past, he becomes her guardian angel and risk his own life to help her achieve her revenge.
The good:
Seo yeji's acting: that woman can definitely act ! She convoys her emotions incredibly...no matter what other people say about her, yeji is a great actress and a very talented one!
The duo sora/ Rael was just mind blowing, they pushed and pulled thorought the show and made it their own
Each episode keeps you on edge ! You can't stop watching, wanting more and more ...this show will surprise you in so many ways.
The cast: the four main lead are amazing in their own, each character added to the show a beautiful touch.
The reference to the Greek mythology
The fashion !!! This show is a true fashion show
The bad:
The pace in this drama is pretty slow, the revenge element happens at the end of the show
The characters lack depth, a part from sunbin/rael no character has a real backstory so it's difficult to connect with them throughout the show ( ex: So ra has a compulsive disorder but we don't know much about it, we only know that her father used to physically abuse her, we're supposed to understand her constant anger and rage but we don't have any backbone to it)
Almost no chemistry between the two main characters: the chairman is madly in love with sunbin/ Rael but we as viewers don't feel it .. it comes a cross as weird stares and creepy behavior from Kang gyeom
The makeup of seo yeji, it sounds weird talking about the makeup in a review but please watch for yourself!
The messy scenario and plot holes, the writers have missed so many stuff that sometimes it's hard to follow ( ex: where is sora and Kang gyeom's first daughter? )
The ending! What a waste !! Bad ending, rushed ..
This might be good to some but I didn't enjoy the sex scenes honestly not my thing
Do I recommend it ? Absolutely! If you look for a melodramatic soapy show this the right one for you...please be prepared for a turbulent ride.
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Love or Revenge
There are only few series or dramas that I can’t predict the ending… like this one… on torn on between the happy ending and reality that it will not be a healthy relationship.In terms of acting, Yea Ji topped her performance in it’s okay not to be okay. Dang! Absolutely perfect. Others were also brilliant.
The story is quite interesting… cause it’s a bit more realistic… you can’t just stop revenge cause you fell in love… but kinda jealous of her… damn! All those 3 men were crazy over her…char!
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Revenge, retribution, scandalous affairs and betrayal… this drama has it all and more
I loved everything about this drama.. except for the ending which I find is the case with 85% of the dramas I’ve seen.Characters? For the most post Loved them… Well written and portrayed very well…I just wish that the Male lead would have displayed a bit more emotion. I know his character was “going through” as we say but I’m not sure he had anything other than a blank look on his face the entire show And the antagonist? Well let’s just say I loved to hate them .. which shows that the actors did their jobs well.
Revenge, retribution, scandalous affairs and betrayal… this drama has it all and more. The plot, Although a bit cliche’. Was portrayed well enough to keep me interested .The story line flowed smoothly and kept me wanting more.
Standout characters:
Han-So Ra (Yoo Sun)
Han Po Ra (Jeon Gook-Hwan)
These two played their roles extremely well. Had me wanting to jump through the screen to fight them that’s how much I disliked these characters especially Han Po Ra. I had a like/ hate relationship with Han So Ra. The one time I started to feel sorry for her… she was quick to let me know why she deserved everything she got and more. Awesome characters and the fact that I got so emotionally involved in wanting them to get their just desserts.. Is a testament to how well they were written and portrayed.
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Rough but what else can you expect from rEVEnge
Just rough. Our main female goes through years of planning to bring down a bunch of people. It’s really a well thought out story and basic mental battle. It’s fast paced with great acting.You hate who you should hate and have trouble supporting those who you could support. It’s all about the grit of greed, power, and privilege. With a side of love, obsession, and TANGO. Yup. Didn’t think that would play such a part.
Everything in this drama is shown to us at opportune times to make us question, learn, and suspect what’s to come. Even the music is so perfect for every scene and moment. This OST is awesome.
Ending won’t be for everyone but it’s a revenge story. Stuff has to happen. Definitely darker than I thought, but deep down I think I expected it. At least something near to what happened. Redemption? Death? Success? New Beginning? Justice?
High speed revenge story that will keep your mind engaged. Hours well spent. Really liked it. A bit too soon for a rewatch though.
Sara Rojas MARCH 2 2023
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Deep and meaningful storyline.
This is a great revenge story, but rather than getting closure, it shows kind of a karma for ones actions. The main highlight of this series is that connection is important, and that if one sees value in you, they are willing to do anything to help you, and in turn becomes a part of the purpose of their life. Complexly explained throughout different elements. But, certain scenes could have been more intimate, meaningful, and less repetitive. Every character delivers a unique, and necessary contrast to the story, and while some elements may seem unbelievable in many situations they can seem all too realistic.Was this review helpful to you?
The kind of revenge I like
Occasionally, a drama pushes me to come back here and write a review to process what I watched. This is one of them.This is the kind of revenge story I like and want to see more of. Sadly, a lot of revenge dramas end in “John Wick”-style fashion (meaning lots of shootings, deaths, etc.), getting ridiculous or the one who seeks revenge just doesn’t care about revenge anymore because he/she found a greater good. This drama stayed true to its beginning, which is seduction, manipulation and dedication to the revenge itself.
In a lot of revenge dramas, the main character just loses himself/herself midway and kind of forgets why he/she started it in the first place even though he/she planned it or was consumed by it for years (or at least that’s how I feel). Here, the main character stays dedicated to the revenge and manipulation to the bitter end. She doesn’t get distracted and suddenly wants to life a happy life, wants to do good or something in that direction.
The main actress Seo Yea Ji does a great job and became my favourite Korean actress after “It’s okay to be not okay” and now “Eve”. And I have to say that didn’t really have any favourite Korean actors/actresses up till now to be honest. It’s just special for me if an actor/actress can play multiple moods so perfectly and smile ear to ear if needed. A lot of actors/actresses try to look “beautiful” while laughing/smiling so they look good for the camera I feel, and rarely do you see one who just smiles ear to ear in the right situations (I don’t know if people will get that, but I don’t know how to describe it better).
The rest of the cast was also great with interesting backgrounds. Sadly 16 episodes are just not enough to give every background the time it deserves, but it’s just enough to understand most characters. But I have to say, one character is a little to psycho for my taste.
All in all, it’s a mature revenge drama with no fairy tales. Seeing the other reviews here, I guess it’s a hit or miss drama for a lot of people. If the description of the drama intrigues you, definitely watch the first episode.
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Seo ye ji hats off.
Ra El was a girl who idolized her loving parents – a highly intelligent father and a strikingly beautiful mother. But when cruel forces beyond their control cause her father’s death, her family crumbles. Embittered by this terrible experience, she vows revenge on the super-rich people who orchestrated this terrible tragedy. Her prime target is Kang Yoon Kyum, the CEO of the lucrative LY Group business empire, and one of the ringleaders of the plot that ultimately destroyed her family.yeji was splendid. she's just so good at playing female manipulators. she made this drama very fun to watch. every time she walked in, every entrance she made was enthralling and full of confidence. it's quite literally impossible to focus on anyone else when SYJ is in the frame. the drama itself is a fun makjang where you don't have to take things seriously. i love revenge dramas and tbh this drama was a little lacking in the revenge department (i recommend my name if you want to watch a really good revenge drama) but it didn't lack in showing human emotions and how our connections with other people could either make or break us. love is good but only if practiced in moderation. for lee rael love is karma, for SEP love is patience, for HSR love is just another game to win and for KYG love is ultimate sacrifice. whether you approve or disapprove of their different ways of loving is up to you. at the end of the day, this show is about what love makes you do and not really about the process of doing those things. tbh the dilemma of hurting the man you love or betraying your parents by falling in love with the enemy that le rael faced was very interesting and actually made me like this drama so much more. i know a lot of people were disappointed by this exact plot point but lee rael isn't a revenge extracting machine, she's a human who embraced another human for the first time in her life and fell in love. to me it makes more sense than anything else in the show. still, some things could've been done better especially during the end. the outfit and makeup choices were...... questionable and did not exactly fit the cinematography and vibe of the show.
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Review
In my opinion, this is one of the best dramas so far. I started watching it as soon as it was released, but to be honest, it was a big mistake. When the first episode was released, I watched it and was instantly captivated, but as the episodes were released two times in a week, I had to wait impatiently for the next episodes. And that's what I mean by saying that it was a bad decision to start watching early, because this drama makes you want to see the next episode as soon as possible.The story was overall compelling, but sometimes a little predictable. I caught myself wanting Ra El to end up with Eun-pyung as they had immaculate chemistry, but the story had something else in mind. The story ended quite intensely.
The music, that was used in this drama, in my opinion, was very fitting. Till this day I listen to the main soundtrack by Kim Yeji.
Also, I couldn't imagine a better cast to play out these roles.
Overall, amazing!
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Mixed but clear feelings
So it's been a while since I wrote a review and it reflects on this. First of all, I liked the combination of genres it had, there was drama, there was romance and there was an artistic side as well. When it comes to the story itself has some holes in it, and there are some unanswered questions. Why did she try to punish Kang Yoon Gyeom when he didn't know a single thing about it when it came to the forced sign? Yes, he knew about the death of some woman I don't remember clearly name of but it was too late to save her, and let's be honest, who would report your partner for murder or abduction? Yes, he wasn't the right person, but he reflected on his behavior and died sacrificing his life for Lee La El. Another big question mark leaves the age gap between La El and Kang Yoon Gyeon because when she was fifteen 13 years ago that means that she is 28. But when she was 15 the male lead was already in his late 20. I saw somewhere on the internet that the age gap is 13 years and that he is 41 atm. Another thing that kind of doesn't feel right to me is the useless death of Kang Yoon Gyeon, his wife survived but he didn't. Like hello? Overall I liked it but some moments just didn't hit the spot.Was this review helpful to you?
Revenge with a realistic ending
I thoroughly enjoyed this drama. I have nothing to complain about how the story turned out and felt peace at the ending, especially seeing Eve's smile in the final scene. The actors were amazing, all 4 main actors did an incredible job. Yoo Sun's acting in the final episode was impressive. In parts I was reminded of Heath Ledger's Joker. My respect to the actors! Park Byeong Eun was also a scene stealer in the final episodes. Even though I am repeating myself, I really enjoyed the acting. The supporting actors were also all spot on. Thanks to everyone involved. This drama deserves to get awards.Was this review helpful to you?
