"Love Alarm" is a South Korean drama that captivates audiences with its unique premise, exploring the intricacies of love and technology through the lens of a digital app that signals romantic interest. The series comprises two seasons, each delving into the lives of its characters and their complex relationships.

One of the standout aspects of "Love Alarm" is its characters' compelling backstories, especially the main characters. Kim Jo-jo, the female lead, portrayed by Kim So-hyun, carries a history marred by tragedy and heartbreak, adding depth to her character and explaining her cautious approach to love. Similarly, Sun-oh (Song Kang) and Hye-yeong (Jung Ga-ram), the two male leads, have well-developed backstories that shed light on their personalities and motivations. While their backstories are well developed when it comes to their characteristics they are simply unrealistic. Whether it was the poor acting or direction/script or a mix of both none of the characters are likeable.

Season 1 introduces viewers to the innovative Love Alarm app, which rings to notify users when someone nearby harbors romantic feelings for them. This sets the stage for a love triangle between Jo-jo, Sun-oh, and Hye-yeong. The plot, while cliche, is tinged with an unrealistic portrayal of the impact of technology on relationships. The notion that an app can dictate love and attraction oversimplifies the complexities of human emotions, making the characters' actions and reactions feel contrived. The initial start of the love triangle with the first relationship between Suh-oh and Jo-jo starts of unrealistically and is rather toxic as Suh-oh was aware of Hey-yeong's feelings. While toxic, there were definitely cute puppy love moments between the two which really showed the two actors chemistry.

In Season 2, the love triangle further intensifies as the characters navigate the consequences of their choices. Despite the intriguing premise, the plot tends to lean towards predictability, following the conventional trajectory of a love triangle. The lack of nuance and exploration of alternative relationship dynamics leaves the audience desiring more depth and complexity in the storytelling.

Moreover, character development, takes a back seat in Season 2. The relationship between Jo-jo and Hye-yeong feels rather forced and lacks true chemistry compared to her and Suh-oh in Season 1. This ruins the overall dynamics of the love triangle and may leave some viewers dissatisfied with the resolution.

In summary, "Love Alarm" presents a fascinating concept of love intersecting with technology through an attention-grabbing app. While the main characters have rich backstories that add depth to the narrative they are lacking in actual characteristics, the portrayal of their interactions and the overall plot tends to oversimplify the complexities of human relationships. The series is a disappointing watch, particularly for those who enjoyed the webtoon or love watching webtoon-based dramas.