Best comedic moments in a kdrama
TL;DR: The comedy scenes are outstanding, and worth re-watching. The romance and legal parts are uneven (some good, some blah). The series becomes good from episode 4 on (though the first 3 episodes have many funny moments, so I'd recommend at least watching those). Full disclosure: I'm a fan of LSG, so my review may be somewhat biased.This series tries to be 3 things at the same time: a romance, a comedy, and a legal drama. Of the 3, it is by far the most successful in its comedic moments. The lines are genuinely funny, and the two leads have perfect timing. I first saw them in Hwayugi (A Korean Odyssey), and thought that they carried that drama, despite LSY having only a supporting role. Their scenes together in Hwayugi were hilarious because of their acting (the lines weren't that great). Imagine how much more effective they are here, with original jokes that are often surprising. LSG, in particular, shines in comedy. His monologues left me in stitches.
The romance is uneven: some moments are touching, others are the usual tropes. Even though both actors are experts at eye-acting, I was rarely caught up in those scenes. The notable exception is the last scene of episode 5, where LSG's acting made me cry. But mostly, I see the actors delivering cheesy lines, rather than their characters being in love (though LSY is usually more convincing than LSG). Your mileage may vary. I'm mostly cynical about romance scenes. I will say, however, that I liked the moments that are both funny and romantic, and those saved the romance for me.
The legal drama is, again, uneven. The setup is interesting: it looks at everyday issues and doesn't rely on courtroom showdowns, but rather on a combination of legalese, common sense, and wacky solutions from the leads. However, some cases are 'solved' too conveniently. In particular, a showdown between the leads and the requisite Evil Corporation takes less than an episode, half of it is off-screen, and it's really anti-climactic (after a build-up that led us to believe that it's a David vs. Goliath fight). I am withholding judgment, though, since we're only 6 episodes in at the time of this review, and more legal fights with Evil Corporation are on the horizon.
Overall, the drama has a great cast: not just the leads, but virtually every recurring actor is impressive. All of them have comedic chops, which is great, since all of them (even the evil guys) have funny lines. The OST is also good and matches the scenes well.
Where the drama limps is in the script and directing. This seems to be the writer's first full series, and her inexperience shows. She is trying to balance too many things. Her forte, in my view, is comedy. The romance, not so much. In interviews, LSG said that he and LSY diverged from the script to make their characters more realistic. There is an "episode 0" with scenes that were changed in the broadcast, and if that's an example of the original script, then I can only applaud LSG's initiative. However, I do give the writer credit for juggling so many different requirements in one drama. The director, otoh, *is* experienced, so I was surprised at the rushed pacing and bad editing in episodes 1 and 3. Episode 3, in particular, feels like two episodes condensed into one. But episodes 4-6 are significantly better, so I'm willing to give her the benefit of the doubt.
Despite some weaknesses, this drama has me waiting impatiently for each new episode, and for this reason I'm rating it a 10.
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best drama 2022
Such an entertaining romcom! its super funny,heartwarming,chemistry of the leads on fire.Both Lee Seunggi and Lee Seyoung give a solid performances on their unique characters.Each episodes contains different cases as the romance of the 2 leads blossoming.The music is so good too,the background music is spot on,and the all the songs are really lovely and easy on the ear.Thevisual of the leads are daebak. The cinematography is so good.the set is also nice.All the supporting characters are interesting too,so many seniors actor joining this drama such as Jang Hye Jin (Parasite) and Jo Han chul( hometown cha cha cha,vincenzo).its adapted from a popular webtoon love according to law,but actually the scripwriter develop their own story,so its kinda different and unpredictable.Cant wait for episode 5!Must watch!!
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BINGE-WORTHY & REFRESHINGLY FUN
This definitely is a refreshing drama for both Lee Seung Gi and Lee Se Young who came from heartbreaking dramas. I've wanted to see them lead a drama eversince I watched them in Hwayugi, their chemistry and comedic banters were just too fun to watch!Both the lead actors have perfect timing when it comes to their punchlines, nothing is overdone. THEIR EYE-ACTING IS SUPERB. All the cliche's are present, but it's not at all annoying, you actually look forward to it because it's the perfect mix of healing + romance rolled into one.
Supporting cast is amazing as well, the senior actors carry their roles very well. The rookies are mixing well with the entire cast. Plus the OST is as lovely and fun as it gets. Everything just works for TLC. Praying for the overall success of THE LAW CAFE!
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Refreshing
Aside from the stellar performance by both leads, The Law Cafe is a refreshing romcom with values. It deals with everyday issues with legal takes on it but without having it burden to the viewers with courtroom scenes. The comedic and romantic aspects of this drama are naturally conveyed without looking like they're trying too much, all thanks to Seyoung and Seunggi on and off camera chemistry. A must watch 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼Oh, for those who forgot who the female lead is, she's the zombie in Hwayugi. Thank you 😃
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Best law K drama
A fabulous show that encompassed justice, society's stereotypes, and social issues so well! Every character has been sketched beautifully...special mentions to the leads Lee Seung Gi and Lee Se-Young and the rest of the supporting cast in the unique cafe. On a serious note, there must be such dedicated law professionals and a law cafe in every part of the world! The world would be a much better place to be in! There was no dragging of the show or over-dramatization. Villains are at their darkest best but minus the usual gore. Well-done, writers and director!Was this review helpful to you?
There were heart fluttering scenes, but despite being a rom-com, pace was fast and the law parts were interesting. Cannot wait for the development of the show and the romance of the leads to blossom!
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Great acting and very fun romance comedy drama
This is a drama that everyone needs when they feels tired after work / class all day. It gives you romance and comedy that very on spot, with great ambiance, color, accompanied with great acting from the actors. Their chemistry is great from the beginning. The acting is no doubt as we see from Seunggi and SeYoung really portrayed their character very well.The stories is very light, and the problems, the antagonist characters, already explained from the beginning.
It's very great afterall , and can't wait to watch for the next episode!
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Great Drama
Better than anything on right now including Park Min Young new drama. But, are Korean men really that passive or is this just bad writing? Who would turn down a women that beautiful and he already like her in the first place. Just because he wasn’t the first one to admit or within some sort of pace. WTF?? I like both leads and I love the show but that outcome is stupid. Is this to drag the not being together on and on to cover more episodes. I love Korean dramas but the one thing they are not very creative about is a couple being together more than one or two episodes. Why not be creative with couple growing together instead of waiting until the last episode. They either do this or create unnecessary love triangles. Think outside the box writers and do something different.Was this review helpful to you?
si peu d'atout pour autant d'épisodes.
Décidément, si cela continue, cela sera une mauvaise année en ce qui concerne les Kdramas.....Si le drama commence bien, très bien même..... Le concept de ce law café était vraiment intéressant et j'en attendais beaucoup. Tout comme l'équipe qui se forme au fur et à mesure autour de Kim Yu Ri. J'adore ce type d'histoire, botter le c*** des méchants avec intelligence et style. Et jusqu'à présent, je n'ai trouvé mon bonheur que chez les coréens avec notamment "Chief Kim", "Vincenzo" ou "Taxi driver". Alors quand je vois ce genre de synopsis, je saute à pieds joints sans hésitation.
Si l'héroïne détonne dès les premiers épisodes grâce à un caractère pétillant et atypique.... Drôle et flirtant outrageusement avec Jeong Ho, on rit aves bonheur. Ses mimiques et grain de folie sont un régal et on applaudit en croisant frénétiquement les doigts "pourvu que cela soit comme cela jusqu'au bout".
Et....c'est tout. Car il faut l'avouer, le seul atout de ce drama est elle. Rien d'autre. Et le pire? c'est que son caractère atypique, loufoque, pro-active et flirtant sans aucune honte disparait brutalement quelques épisodes plus tard pour nous délivrer, le genre de personnage plus classique et donc plus ennuyant. Son côté déjanté fait donc place à un personnage doutant de tout, se renfermant dans ses principes morales sans vraiment prendre en compte ceux des autres, se disputant comme une gamine de 16 ans avec son aimé, et n'en faisant qu'au final qu'à sa tête pour le bien de l'humanité. Alors, je n'ai rien contre cela, je vous rappelle que j'adore ce type d'histoire, mais ici, c'est tellement mal écrit, mal mise en scène que cela en est risible. Les cas n'ont de rapport que de mettre les mettre le plus souvent en lien avec le vilain de l'histoire. Alors je veux bien croire qu'il est méchant et blabla, mais je doute très fort que toute la Corée tourne autour de lui...Dans "Doctor Prisoner" le vilain est un médecin et le héros aussi, donc il fut logique que tout tourne autour. Dans "Falsify" c'est un journaliste contre un vilain à la tête des reporters. Logique donc que cela tourne autour de cela.... Bref, vous l'aurez compris, le scénario est pauvre et les scénaristes ont utilisés les subterfuges vu et revus un milliers de fois (Ah le fameux "hit and run" ou la violence scolaire). Une écriture facile et paresseuse donc. Par exemple, lorsque le psychiatre se retrouve confronté à une folle. Le passage où Jeong Ho a le temps d'aller, au même moment où le psy se retrouve devant la folle, au poste de police en taxi, d'engueuler Yu Ri, de se battre avec son oncle, pour se rendre compte après que le psy doit être en danger, de repartir en voiture vers la clinique, pour arriver juste à temps, celui de sauver le psy qui commençait tout juste à se battre lui aussi, après bien sûr 5 petites minutes de discussion....Ou bien cet épisode risible où Yu Ri se fait voler une preuve. On ne sait par quel miracle, on ne prend pas la peine de nous l'expliquer d'ailleurs, ils savent où se trouve la preuve, bidouille afin de la récupérer et "botter le c*" des méchants....mouais, j'en pleurerais presque. Car c'est comme cela jusqu'au bout.
Bref, une histoire bancale, mal écrite et surtout mal réalisée...
Et les méchants??? Ridicule, vénal, vicieux, obsédé sexuel, violents, bref, rien de nouveau. Mais sans aucun charme, d'intelligence ou de prestance.
Le deuxième défaut majeur de ce drama : les personnages. TOUT tourne autour de Yu Ri. C'est son histoire que l'on voit. Tous les autres, Jeong Ho y compris, ne servent que de faire-valoir. Jeong Ho qui ne sert à rien d'ailleurs.... Ses préoccupations ne tournent qu'autour d'elle : la sauver, la protéger, l'aider patati et patata. Il n'a aucune ambition, aucune envie particulière. Ses compétences ne sont pas exploiter et il n'est que le rabat joie du groupe. Lee Seung Gi, pourquoi?????
La romance??? Si, elle avait bien commencé, elle tourne très vite autour de chamailleries puérils, de dialogue fade, de romance mielleuse et maladroite. Leurs scènes de baiser et sensuel n'ont rien de transcendant et aucune alchimie n'en ressort. C'est juste des bisous pour nous montrer que ce sont deux adultes consentants dans un monde moderne et patati patata.... bref, zéro battement de coeur....
Le tout petit point positif? les petites animations rigolotes.
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özlenilen ve istenilen tarzda tatlı bir romcomdu
çok severek izledim. klişe gibi yorumlar vardı ama bence kafa yormayan ve izlerken insanın içini gıdıklayan bir yapısı vardı. yan roller çok şekerdi. yan roldw seulgi'yi evli, çocuklu halde görmek ayrı sevindirdi. ana rol olarak ise seunggi ve seyoung harika bir uyuma sahipti. bu ikiyi izlemek ayrı bir zevk💗 dizinin ostleri playlistim için vazgeçilmez oldu aşşşırı severek dinliyorum. kafa yormayacak sakin ve pamuk gibi bir drama istiyorsanız izleyin kesssssinlikle pişman olmayacaksınızWas this review helpful to you?
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Até no final o próprios caos e amor.
Quando eu vi que era o comeback do seung gi pros dramas tive a certeza de que tinha que assistir. Pela abertura, as músicas e a sinopse eu realmente achei que fosse ser um drama mais tranquilo e the law cafe se mostrou totalmente ao contrário apesar de não ter tratado os assuntos de forma pesada e sim mais triste do que tudo, ele foi leve sabe? Foi divertido, triste e leve, foi como um drama que dá um abraço em você sabe? E preciso falar também da atuação da Se young, conheço ela de the best hit e amei, nesse papel de law cafe achei parecido as personagens só por conta dela ser extremamente divertida, aberta e que luta pelo que quer, acho que ela combina muito com papéis assim e eu amo.Eu amei tanto eles dois, como casal transmitiram muita química e risada. Uma rede de apoio. Os amigos dela que viraram dele e o casal amigos deles dois, nossa amei, uma composição maravilhosa pro drama, morria de rir. Foi a leveza também pra toda a história. O han chul que interpretou o pyung woong, nossa que ator viu, ele arrasou como vilão nesse drama, eu só tinha visto ele interpretar papel de bom e amei demais. Amo conhecer novos lados dos atores. As músicas de the law cafe também foram ótimas. Só faltou o Eun gang de casal 🥺. Um drama muito bom e que foi incrível do começo ao fim coma história muito amarradinha, amei! 🤍
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Идеально на фон
Скучная затянутая дорама с таким многообещающим сюжетом и кастом. Несколько раз бросала и заставляла себя досмотреть. Сюжет гладкий без внезапных поворотов. Сериал не тянет на свой год выпуска, для 10-х годов он бы подошел больше, выудили сценарий из архива что ли. Из прогресса только разговор о контрацепции и постоянные поцелуи. Думаешь, что смотришь из-за Ли Сын Ги, а на самом деле из-за игры Чо Хан Чоля.Was this review helpful to you?
