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Dragging...
I can't understand why, most often than not, Kdramas tend to veer off course from the synopsis provided.Trolley was one such drama. You would think that this would focus on the past of the FL, just by reading the summary. But as it progressed, other issues tended to overshadow it.
I loved the ML in Beautiful World because he truly has depth in his acting. I think he could have done a better drama than this one though. Trolley is s super slow one and there were characters that didn't need to be there. Soo Bin for instance. (Probably because I didn't like her in Revenge of others). Her face is always the same. Boring, actually. I don't know why she keeps popping in on these recent dramas. Would definitely not want to see her in other dramas. The assistant of the ML (the guy from Juvenile Justice), was also one such character whom I felt didn't contribute much. In the end, he didn't even pay for what he did.
The story is just mainly about passing a bill about deceased sex offenders. It is truly unbelievable how the writer dragged it on for 16 episodes. 8 would have been enough.
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Inspiring....
Initially thought that this would be a full blown romance drama. But watching it from ep 1, you can immediately tell that it is more of a story about hope, dreams and friendships.Kim Tae Ri is definitely one of my favs after seeing her in Mr. Sunshine. As Na Hee Do is the polar opposite of her character then. Her character is very inspiring in that she does not back down from criticisms even though she is wasn;t that good of a fencer at the beginning. The story really shows that you can do anything if you put your mind into it.
Nam Joo Hyuk was perfectly as as Yi Jin. His doeful eyes goes well with his character who faces hardships after a privileged life failed due to the IMF fiasco.
I loved how the drama gave the 5 main leads their own moments to shine in the spotlight. This is an ensemble who works well together indeed.
The 90's vibe is so nostalgic. Seems not so long ago, we were all living the life with pagers and analog phones. Truly, mankind has done great steps in improving technology
All in all, this drama is worth the watch. Definitely worth a try
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Thrilling time travel drama
Finally, a time travel series worth watching. This is definitely way way better than ALICE.The CGI of this series is at par with that of Hollywood. Park Shin Hye is such a versatile actress. She can do rom coms, dramas and action. For me, she is actually a much believable action star than the one in Sweet Home.
Jo Seung Woo as Han Tae Sul is a revelation for me. Prior to watching this, I had never heard of him. Though the personality and character vibe is similar to Zuckerberg, he carried it out really well in my opinion.
The only problem I have with these genres is that, it gets confusing sometimes, when the time overlaps. Nevertheless, I am definitely finishing this series.
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3 words......Kang Min Hyuk
What I enjoyed with Celebrity is that the writer totally took something so current, delved into it and gave us a praise worthy drama. Honestly, I find most Kdramas far more interesting than western series. The plots, the lines.... totally different in their approach.It was very nice that Park Gyu Young is finally being given the attention and projects she deserves. Couldn't imaging any other actress portraying the role of Ari. However, for me, Kang Min Hyuk definitely stole the attention here. What a comeback! Didn't recognize him from his days in The Heirs. He totally oozed charisma and nailed the chaebol role. (currently obsessing over his pictures on IG LOL)
Hoping that both will be together in a nice romcom soon
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what was the plot again???
I was initially excited to watch this seeing as how it was in the top 10 of Netflix shows.The first few episodes were kind of interesting. Wonder if this is how rich people in Korea really live? Find it to be excessive. The location is nice though. Would be nice to live in such a compound.
The cast delivered in terms of performance. However, they cannot help it if the storyline is very poorly done. There were several things the story could have done without.
a. The bunker
b. The group of friends having bible study
c. Mother Emma. Didn't find her role very significant. Thought she would turn out to be the real mother of han Ji young.
d. Secret hobby of han ji young. Han Ji Young ended up ordering the death of one of the fighters. And this action was what led to his downfall. Very shallow storyline
I ended up forwarding it until the ending to see who killed him. Personally, not recommending it. A waste of the talent of the casts.
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Loved this!
I have actually never seen any of the leads' previous works. But after watching this, they are high up on the list of my favorite couples.Flower of Evil was very unique. Thoroughly enjoyed it and I am missing the cast already.
The story was well written except for one thing. The amnesia angle at the end. Felt like it didn't need to be written that way at all. It left the story open to some speculations on what happens next.
The characters all did justice to their roles. I loved Eun ha! She was super cute and did really well in delivering her lines. When actors and actresses can make you believe the character they are playing, that is when you know just how good they are.
Another actor that really shone was the one who played Baek hee Song. The looks, the voice, wow! he made the character someone to be scared about
I cannot wait for the next project of Lee Joon Gi. Hoping for a rom com with Park Min Young
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My friends had been gushing about this drama and I was initially hesitant to watch it due to the numerous episodes. (Thought it would be dragging unlike the average 16-20 ep of other dramas).
I am definitely glad I watched this!!!! Best drama I've ever seen so far. I loved that the lead stars already had a relationship as they were husband and wife. I believe this makes the story show more depth. It's not the typical lovey-dovey relationship which can sometimes be non-sensical.
I will definitely re-watch this!
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Beautifully executed
The red Sleeve is probably the best historical drama I have watched so far. From the actors, dialogue, musical score and the setting, this drama is well worth its hype.While the title speaks of the meaning of the red sleeve, you would think that the story centers solely on the concubine's side. However, it cannot be denied that Lee Jun Ho, had the strongest presence in the whole drama. He is undeniably a very good actor and you cannot imagine any other person taking on the role of San. His diction is superb, each word ringing clearly to the viewer. I watched Wok of Love before (dropped it though) and he was the one actor I wanted to see again. I am looking forward to seeing him in other projects.
Lee Se Young also portrayed her role really well. The manner with which she spoke always felt like she was telling a story. This suited her role, as she was a sort of storyteller during the first few parts of the series. She is also one of my fav actresses, after I saw her In Dr John and Kairos.
The soundtrack itself didn't actually have an impact to me as much as the background instrumentals did. The musical score was well placed in each scene giving off a dreamy, floating vibe.
As to the ending, it was bittersweet. They truly loved each other and even in the afterlife, they were meant to be reunited.
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uniquely different
Great series and OST.Oh Jung Se was such a revelation. After watching him, I cannot imagine any other actor potraying his role. For me, he totally carried this series to success
First time to watch a drama with Seo Ye ji. She's soooo pretty! love her smile.... Can't wait to see more of her
Last saw Kim Soo Hyun when he made a cameo for CLOY. Compared to My love from the Stars, this series showcased his acting chops even more
I also enjoyed how the writer ties up the fairy tales to real life situation. And although, I enjoyed it, wouldn't be rewatching it. Rather, would download their OST
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Breath of fresh air...
Been watching varied genres of kdramas since the pandemic. From historicals, legal dramas to rom-coms. Hometown Cha Cha has been on my list since it aired. I held off watching this because, honestly, the title didn't give me any idea on what the story was about.I am glad I finally got to start this. It is such a refreshing series!! I love the countryside vibe, slow paced living (after watching Penthouse and LOve Marriage ft Divorce), the OST, quirky characters, the cute kids.... and the list goes on and on...
There are dramas that you watch without knowing what the story is about when you start. So this one which you can't really define except that it is a story about daily lives. People go about their business without any hidden agendas; literally just living their life...
The ensemble is well casted. Each actor and actress gets their fair share on screen; showing that they have a camaraderie with the people they interact with. I was at first in doubt as to the chemistry between the leads, but as it turned out, they did such a good job showing the evolution of their relationship.
This series also highlights so much of Korea's food and culture. I have been watching it and simultaneously googling the images for the delicacies they show.
If you just want to lay back and relax, then this is the series for you. Definitely deserving of the hype it is getting. Crossing my fingers that the ending would not fall flat....
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A warm, fuzzy, feel good drama
When I first saw the plot for this, I had no idea how the story would revolve around the documentary angle. But the previews and stills really got me interested.May I just say that I love both the leads so much? They make a wonderful pairing! Despite their actual age, they can pass off as high schoolers. Character development from teens to working yuppies is portrayed well. Ung is someone I would love to have as a BF. He is totally devoid of ill intentions and has an easy going personality. Yeon Soo is a strong character who, despite the difficulties in life maintains a strong sense of responsibility.
Except for NJ, I loved everything about this drama. The setting, the cinematography, the narratives, dialogue, and the soundtrack.
If you want to watch something light but full of wonderful characters and emotions, this is definitely a MUST watch.
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Flat ending
This drama had an interesting start. I wanted to watch a drama that focused on "real" people and not the high luxury lives of chaebols. Having worked in a bank myself, I wanted to see how they would navigate office romances.Truly wanted to like this drama but that ending was just What the???!!!
Mentally going through each episode, it really boils down to the lack of communication between the leads. Too many things left unsaid left room for doubts and suspicions which could have been prevented if they were more open with each other.
I saw the ML in Mr Sunshine and dr Romantic, so it was refreshing to see him portray a different role. To be honest, he was more likeable than the Fl. He was just that Real.....
The only other plus for me would be the OST. That was something I really enjoyed.
Overall, I don't think I would recommend this drama. The frustration that builds up every episode ending was just aggravated by that ending
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Dropped....
To think that it took me to reach the 26th episode before finally giving up on this drama.The first 2 episodes had shown such promise that I was really looking forward to the subsequent ones. But over time, the storyline just fell flatter than ever. The ML and FL do not have any chemistry with each other; that I would go so far as to say that this is a mismatched pairing. The second leads are also irritating beyond belief!
Added to this the minor stories of the FL's uncle, brother, the in-laws etc...... I just kept on fast forwarding the episodes every time.
Finally came to my senses and dropped it. Sadly, this is the ML's comeback drama and yet, if that is the limit of his acting skills, I doubt I would watch anything of his again. The FL???? well, not the typical face of an FL and seriously, half the story already and her pregnancy is still not showing?????
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Surprisingly enjoyable
I was hesitant to try this because I am not a fan of the FL. But I am glad I gave this drama a try.Basically a story of relationships, I found it to be very realistic in terms of what the average person goes through.
I loved the dialogue, the narratives and just the overall vibe of the drama. Very light and refreshing. Relatable....
Loved the ML. First saw him in Tunnel and he bears somewhat of a similarity with the ML in Alchemy of Souls. Anyway, would love to see him again in a rom com or romance drama in the future.
Wish the drama had 2 more episodes (till 16) showing Bora's new relationship though.
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Beautiful gem of a drama
This drama wasn't even on my radar to watch. But browsing through netflix, it popped out and I browsed through the reviews on mydramalist. It helped that it was rated an 8+.While bullying isn't something new in Kdramas, this drama actually went beyond the bullying issue. At first, you would think that this was where the story would revolve. But then, the last few episodes start to hint at something more.
I would recommend this drama if you want something more than rom coms and love stories. It is a family drama with depth. The characters are well-portrayed that you feel as if they truly are family.
As I do not wish to give out any spoilers or give anything away, I just want to say that I truly enjoyed and loved this drama. It may not have gained as much buzz as others but it is a worthy watch.
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