I decided to watch this drama after being on my watch list for quite  a while. Although, it was only 8 episodes long it took me a week to watch it as i didn't enjoy it as much.

The last episode was the best episode in my opinion. I watch the other episodes on fast speed.

Thrillers are my favourite genre, psychological thriller is even best.  However, it was really hard finishing this. The acting, in my opinion, was not the best which I understand as it appeared that for some of the actors this was their beginning acting piece.  The acting was just cringe worthy.  

The story plot could have been better but it was interesting, nonetheless. The scenario reminded me a lot of 'Lord of the Flies' which showed how even normal humans can become monsters given the circumstances.  I do think the plot could have been better portrayed.

The characters were annoying. There were only two characters I liked which was portrayed by Kim Woo Bin and Sung Joon. The girl was annoying, in my view, and I honestly didn't understand what the big deal was with her and how the majority of the male characters liked her.

I do think that the killer did help them in some twisted, demented way. They had to face their issues which was the right thing to do in order to fix it.

I wouldn't watch this drama again and I wouldn't recommend it to anyone.  

The drama did end on a good point and the drama did pose a good question: are monsters born or created?

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Misty was an amazing drama and I enjoyed every part. It was thrilling and exciting. The episodes did not drag and there were no fillers. It got straight to the point. It is one of those rare sophisticated dramas that shows the true nature of humans. There are lots of emotions flying about whilst you watch each episode and it gets you curious. The editing and cinematography was brilliant.

The actors were truly amazing; they all did their part to perfection. Credit to the casting director for casting the correct people for the right role. Many dramas nowadays are filled with young actors and actresses or idols portraying an older person which is not quite believable or similarly a young actor that is already high up in the job market. Such plots are not quite believable especially to those that are working adults. I was quite delighted to see a stellar cast filled with people fit for their role. Kim Nam Joo was amazing as her portrayal of Go Hye Ran.

The main focus of this drama was Go Hye Ran and the people surrounding her and her affect on these people. At the beginning, Go Hye Ran is shown as a cold, selfish woman that wants nothing but to go as high as she can up the employment ladder. In my opinion, I don't think she was selfish but I don't agree with some of her methods. Similarly, many people would dislike her for the way she used her husband for her own benefit; added him to her tactics. But, she had been truthful to her husband from the start and told him that she is going to use his name.

As the drama progresses it delves deeper into Go Hye Ran's character and we see that there are some misunderstandings at some points. Go Hye Ran is simply a human being that wants the best for her life as she didn't get the best childhood. She showed that a person growing up in poor circumstances can still succeed. The drama did a great job in showing the changes in her character.

Many comments I have read have blamed Go Hye Ran for the other character's downfall and one specifically said the drama was in the view of a villain. I, for one, do not think that Go Hye Ran is to be blamed for the other character's downfall and misery. It was their decision to do the actions they did. Go Hye Ran did not tell them to do anything for her but they became too infatuated for her.

The ending was great albeit quite sad but it was a true ending. I can't imagine how they can have a happy ending after everything. I was especially sad when the audience in the end asked Go Hye Ran; Are you happy?

Throughout the drama, many of the characters ask her if she is. I don't think she answered any of them because she wasn't.

That sad, tearful smile at the end tells it all.

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Fight My Way was a very interesting watch.

The plot in itself wasn't that unique. It was a typical story of four friends finding their way in life. Most dramas nowadays have similar stories. I, for one, found the premise very similar to 'Because This Is My First Life' starring Jung So Min and Lee Min Ki.

It was nice to way these four friends that are in their late twenties finding their dreams once again and finding the place they belong to. I think many people take people in their twenties for granted. Most people think that once you have finished education or granted you should be good to go in life. But, we all know that's not true. There are many people that are still lost after graduation and don't know what to do. Similarly, there are other people that are in professions that they don't enjoy. This drama really shows that if you have a chance then you should seize the opportunity to achieve your dreams. It was very refreshing to watch this. There were parts that kind of dragged especially the last three episodes. Also, there were some  parts that were really unnecessary. 

I mainly watched this drama for Park Seo Joon. I am a fan of his work. He is a very enjoyable actor. Once again Park Seo Joon did really well in this drama. He does really well in rom-coms. He makes his characters alive. Go Dong Man wasn't an intelligent character but he was simple and an open book. Go Dong Man was very different to many male characters. He was a character I enjoyed watching and I wouldn't having one in my life.

I was surprised at seeing Kim Ji Won as a lead character. I never really saw her as a lead but she did really well in portraying her character and I can't imagine another actress playing this role. Choi Ae Ra was a very strong female lead. Once again, this character was different to many other female leads who appear strong at the beginning but become a shell of a character near the end. It was nice to see a female lead so strong from the beginning to end. One thing, however, I didn't like was the fact she wasn't very supportive of Dong Man's wish to be a fighter. I understand she didn't want to see the man she loved getting hurt. Who would want to see? It would be torture to see that; knowing you can't do anything to help. It reminded me of Monica in Friends when she broke up with Pete because she couldn't stand to watch him get hurt.  But, I do believe she should have been at least a bit supportive. They have been friends for 23 years so she knows more than anyone how much Dong Man wants to fight and the regret he felt from losing his last match. Dong Man was very supportive of her.

Seol and Joo Man were a cute couple. I was annoyed at Seol for being really weak and letting people walk over her but I praise her for standing strong and getting to back on her feet alone. I do believe Song Ha Yoon (Seol) would make a great lead character in another drama. Her acting was very good. Ahn Jae Hong did really well in portraying his character. The Coach was another enjoyable character.

I avoided this drama for a while but I'm glad I finally watched it. It was a pleasurable watch. It was a great journey to self-discovery. If you're feeling down about where you are at life and whether you are in the right place, I would definitely advise you to watch this drama.

For all those in their twenties, 'Fighting!'.

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