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I tried watching this drama when I first dove into the drama world and I couldn't get past the first 10 minutes... Now I'm not sure why... I loved the beginning of the 1st Ep and this Ep totally sucked me in. I think some bad reviews of Lee Da Hae on forum sites warped my judgment back then >_> I'm trying it again because of Hotel King and so far I haven't been disappointed :)
I have a soft spot for dramas before 2005 because the humor seems campier (unless it's a makjang), the drama more outlandish (makjang again), and the acting even more over the top than a lot of recent dramas; it's everything I love haha. Also, the airport scenes with Lee Da Hae are the BEST. :D
I have a soft spot for dramas before 2005 because the humor seems campier (unless it's a makjang), the drama more outlandish (makjang again), and the acting even more over the top than a lot of recent dramas; it's everything I love haha. Also, the airport scenes with Lee Da Hae are the BEST. :D
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Honestly, I didn't read the synopsis before I started watching (I never do that, dramas need to be investigated before I start them). And what I did read was how uncomfortable some viewers were about the age difference. Fortunately, age differences don't bother me if they have chemistry and I'm a huge fan of Lee Jong Hyuk.
Because I knew this was about a dating agency but nothing else my mouth was open a lot during the first Epi going... 'What's going on??' Just because it's so funny and so out there. I was pleasantly surprised.
And Sooyoung... I loved her! I really didn't know what to expect because I hadn't seen her in anything previously except a GG MV. She was naively cute, charming, and the fact that she believed in her client with a passion won her major points. I can't wait to see her in the coming Epi's.
Overall, a great first Epi:)
A.N.: Also, I really loved the way the drama is filmed and cut, it feels more like a movie than a drama.
Because I knew this was about a dating agency but nothing else my mouth was open a lot during the first Epi going... 'What's going on??' Just because it's so funny and so out there. I was pleasantly surprised.
And Sooyoung... I loved her! I really didn't know what to expect because I hadn't seen her in anything previously except a GG MV. She was naively cute, charming, and the fact that she believed in her client with a passion won her major points. I can't wait to see her in the coming Epi's.
Overall, a great first Epi:)
A.N.: Also, I really loved the way the drama is filmed and cut, it feels more like a movie than a drama.
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Yi Ru's father drove me crazy this Epi. If he likes Qi Ming so much why doesn't he adopt him. I love the father, he's been great, but it irks me that he seems to care more about Qi Ming's feelings than his own daughters. With Yi Ru being so independent and pretty much raising Yi Qing he's probably looking for a father-son relationship and Qi Ming totally plays it up.
I actually like that Yi Ru is completely focused on her work right now. I would hope I would have the same reaction in her situation. She doesn't want to deal with the personal until the job is done and even then she's wary because of his treatment of her. It's one of the first times I've seen a leading lady (in a T-drama) not fall back in love with the guy right away after an apology (or what looks like an apology in some dramas...). She has her priorities straight at the moment (despite her meddling father...).
Qi Ming and Ms. Doctor at the club...
Were we watching the same girl dance...? Because his compliment towards her went right over my head...
And everyone else... I'm kind of not interested right now. I'd like the story to pick up though... Even just a 'smidgen.' It's kind of painful to watch Shi De head over heels while Yi Ru is only thinking about work (which I like, but his character isn't doing anything but running up his phone bill texting and calling Yi Ru during work hours... For non-work-related things). It's just kind of... mellooooooow (I'm trying to be nice in my word-choice here). But, we'll see. Next Epi!
A.N.: The guinea pig was cute though...
I actually like that Yi Ru is completely focused on her work right now. I would hope I would have the same reaction in her situation. She doesn't want to deal with the personal until the job is done and even then she's wary because of his treatment of her. It's one of the first times I've seen a leading lady (in a T-drama) not fall back in love with the guy right away after an apology (or what looks like an apology in some dramas...). She has her priorities straight at the moment (despite her meddling father...).
Qi Ming and Ms. Doctor at the club...
Were we watching the same girl dance...? Because his compliment towards her went right over my head...
And everyone else... I'm kind of not interested right now. I'd like the story to pick up though... Even just a 'smidgen.' It's kind of painful to watch Shi De head over heels while Yi Ru is only thinking about work (which I like, but his character isn't doing anything but running up his phone bill texting and calling Yi Ru during work hours... For non-work-related things). It's just kind of... mellooooooow (I'm trying to be nice in my word-choice here). But, we'll see. Next Epi!
A.N.: The guinea pig was cute though...
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Mom ship sunk. :( I really loved their relationship thus far. They should continue how they are. But they do need to establish their roles, especially with Pal Gang. It was always going to come to a head because no one knew where they stood. Like another so-called relationship...
The kiss... I'm not even going there.
The kiss... I'm not even going there.
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I haven't mentioned how much I love the mothers and their relationship. I felt so bad for Uncle when they turned him down because he seemed so excited at the prospect of a relationship with them. (Which should have been a major clue in how they planned to develop the main couple/s). But now after hearing his advice to Jung Won, I feel like he's slowly trying to ease his way past their defenses. Sly Uncle, very sly.
I really wasn't expecting that ending. I couldn't stop laughing, but I felt like it came out of nowhere. Dating each other is one thing, living together... And where would they live??
I'm happy Jung Won finally found out about the cancer. Now that it's been revealed I feel like they're all on a more level playing field emotionally (kind of).
(That nurse is just not amused by their shenanigans. She's so dry lol. I love her and the doctor.)
I really wasn't expecting that ending. I couldn't stop laughing, but I felt like it came out of nowhere. Dating each other is one thing, living together... And where would they live??
I'm happy Jung Won finally found out about the cancer. Now that it's been revealed I feel like they're all on a more level playing field emotionally (kind of).
(That nurse is just not amused by their shenanigans. She's so dry lol. I love her and the doctor.)
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Boys understand fists better than words. Hwa Shin and Jung Won needed to reestablish their roles with each other in order to move forward, a mud fight is always appropriate.
We were also able to see a glimpse into the past with PP filled flashbacks. Na Ri was a full on stalker. This wasn't a crush, this was an obsession. Hwa Shin finally confronts her after being teased by their co-workers. But he was no better, he was a complete douche. He repeatedly said she was annoying but secretly fed off the attention.
I like their characters (HS & NR) so much more now (in the present) that they've grown a bit emotionally. Na Ri still likes Hwa Shin, but she's decided to move on after 3 years of zilch. She's talked herself into believing that friendship is all they'll ever have.
(Live octopuses freak me out, but Na Ri makes it look like so much fun to squat in the mud and dig for tentacles... Or maybe I'm the only one who dreams of mudflats whenever they appear in K-dramas lol.)
We were also able to see a glimpse into the past with PP filled flashbacks. Na Ri was a full on stalker. This wasn't a crush, this was an obsession. Hwa Shin finally confronts her after being teased by their co-workers. But he was no better, he was a complete douche. He repeatedly said she was annoying but secretly fed off the attention.
I like their characters (HS & NR) so much more now (in the present) that they've grown a bit emotionally. Na Ri still likes Hwa Shin, but she's decided to move on after 3 years of zilch. She's talked herself into believing that friendship is all they'll ever have.
(Live octopuses freak me out, but Na Ri makes it look like so much fun to squat in the mud and dig for tentacles... Or maybe I'm the only one who dreams of mudflats whenever they appear in K-dramas lol.)
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What just happened? It took me so long to warm up to Jung Won because honestly, he gave me serial killer vibes, grooming his victims... then he won me over, for the most part. But when he found out Geum had gone behind his back (because Geum = snake), he seemed the epitome of a vindictive chaebol. "I hate when people betray me." If looks could kill... (I'm wondering how he'll handle the new Hwa Shin...)
Then we have our kid rebel Hwa Shin, ready to put his big boy pants on. The radiation treatments have definitely gone to his head, there's no way he would turn on his forever friend. He gave Na Ri up last episode for that very reason, his desperation is not attractive when he turns on a friend. Though I knew they'd come head to head eventually... I didn't think it would be an all out brawl. I expected more self-reflection and denial for awhile.
(And finally! I've been waiting for the voice phishing line to come back. Though not as funny as I thought it would be...).
Then we have our kid rebel Hwa Shin, ready to put his big boy pants on. The radiation treatments have definitely gone to his head, there's no way he would turn on his forever friend. He gave Na Ri up last episode for that very reason, his desperation is not attractive when he turns on a friend. Though I knew they'd come head to head eventually... I didn't think it would be an all out brawl. I expected more self-reflection and denial for awhile.
(And finally! I've been waiting for the voice phishing line to come back. Though not as funny as I thought it would be...).
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Oh, I really liked this episode. All it takes is a bit of jealousy, or a lot, to make the heart grow fonder. Some characters took the initiative to move forward while others sidestepped what they realized they really wanted.
I've never been a fan of jealousy used as a plot device, but it is the name of the drama. I was ridiculously excited the article about Jung Won's engagement was going to come out; I needed him to make a decision. All of this playing footsie under the table, "No it's not cheating," "Yes, I think I am cheating," was driving me up a wall. If for no reason than it continues to pull Na Ri further and further away from Hwa Shin. I'm also excited to see a shake up in the station this news brings. Those weather girls are dangerously catty.
And this was the episode I got a little second lead syndrome tugging at my heart. (I'm curious to see how Hwa Shin will continue to squash his feelings for Na Ri. Hopefully not by becoming a bully... again.)
I didn't realize this was 24 episodes when I started... So we still have a lot of self-discovery and couple shuffling to do.
I've never been a fan of jealousy used as a plot device, but it is the name of the drama. I was ridiculously excited the article about Jung Won's engagement was going to come out; I needed him to make a decision. All of this playing footsie under the table, "No it's not cheating," "Yes, I think I am cheating," was driving me up a wall. If for no reason than it continues to pull Na Ri further and further away from Hwa Shin. I'm also excited to see a shake up in the station this news brings. Those weather girls are dangerously catty.
And this was the episode I got a little second lead syndrome tugging at my heart. (I'm curious to see how Hwa Shin will continue to squash his feelings for Na Ri. Hopefully not by becoming a bully... again.)
I didn't realize this was 24 episodes when I started... So we still have a lot of self-discovery and couple shuffling to do.
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The transitions and humor in this drama have a tvN flair. This kind of ridiculous melancholy? Serious subjects hit over the head with a skillet while someone holding a rubber chicken laughs hysterically in the background... Or maybe that's just me. The episode ending was tragic... but then Hwa Shin gets beaten by a baking sheet, seen in his bra by his mother and best friend (I think), and tells God to take him and Na Ri in exchange for his brother... all in the last scene. :'D. Hwa Shin is the kind of character I don't want to like but can't help developing a soft spot for. Everyone just keeps hitting him lol.
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This episode seemed to run longer. I'm sure that has to do with my annoyance at other characters pushing PNR around and her, in turn, taking it with a smile. I think I've been spoiled by so many recent dramas filled with confident female leads. GHJ's character feels a bit old-school K-drama to me now. We learned a bit more background in this episode: LHS's role in Pal Gang's situation, and boy is it a big role. This family has been completely torn apart, and I'm still not sure I understand their dynamics yet and how exactly they got where they are.
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Every time someone mentions money, Lee Da Hae's face is priceless X) She definitely has a new fan. The beginning of this Ep felt more like they were fleshing out the plot/characters, less comedy, but the second half delivered.
Falling off the bed, every lie that came so easily out of Yoo Rin's mouth, the flat-line scene... I was actually surprised when he 'died' and then I was wondering why the monitor was still beeping... And then Yoo Rin says 'excuse me' and I couldn't stop laughing. :P
I've actually liked Park Si Yeon since Innocent Man because I thought her acting was superb, but a lot of people complained about her here. I don't think her acting is bad at all, it's her character that makes me sigh.
Falling off the bed, every lie that came so easily out of Yoo Rin's mouth, the flat-line scene... I was actually surprised when he 'died' and then I was wondering why the monitor was still beeping... And then Yoo Rin says 'excuse me' and I couldn't stop laughing. :P
I've actually liked Park Si Yeon since Innocent Man because I thought her acting was superb, but a lot of people complained about her here. I don't think her acting is bad at all, it's her character that makes me sigh.
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I don't know if it's because I watched 18 Epi's of 'Love, Now' before watching this Epi or I'm too grounded in reality at the moment... But this Epi seemed so much more exaggerated than the previous Epi's. Maybe it was the music, the acting, the cameraman?? I'm not sure, but I was laughing when I shouldn't have, cringing during heart warming moments and squinting at the screen when I was embarrassed for the characters...
It wasn't a bad Epi, quite the opposite. I loved the progression, but it was filled with things I expect from a T-drama... but more, if that makes sense?
The kidnapping scene... I don't even know what to say about it. The gangster who was more playground bully than mafia, the fight scenes, the loose rope around her wrists... The shining light in that scene was George Hu's face haha.
Her wardrobe... I know everyone hates it and I'm not a huge fan myself but it doesn't take anything away from Annie's acting or her chemistry with George so I'm all good.
And I loved how mature Xiao Shu was this Epi. She surprised me in how rational she was in accepting Zhou Zhen's father and the truth about the lost advertisements. Major props! Especially because Zhou Zhen's father still let's his pride get in the way. He didn't apologize but she graciously said she was in the wrong (Even though it's free speech and a tiny little radio station and he kinda showed his true colors by using his connections to run her out of her own company... end rant).
I'm still waiting for the ex-girlfriend to come back and kick up dirt. I'm sure she had a different reason as to why she broke up with him than because of his Gangster father. But I don't know... I keep waiting for the drama to hit the fan but I'm wearing myself out trying to brace for it when maybe it's just a nice, boy meets girl, fall in love, face the world and live happily ever after? I would be totally cool with that.
Also, Xiao Shu staying in the hospital with Zhou Zhen was so sweet! Especially when she found out all that he did for her and then he woke up with her hand around his. I love this couple. Next Epi!
It wasn't a bad Epi, quite the opposite. I loved the progression, but it was filled with things I expect from a T-drama... but more, if that makes sense?
The kidnapping scene... I don't even know what to say about it. The gangster who was more playground bully than mafia, the fight scenes, the loose rope around her wrists... The shining light in that scene was George Hu's face haha.
Her wardrobe... I know everyone hates it and I'm not a huge fan myself but it doesn't take anything away from Annie's acting or her chemistry with George so I'm all good.
And I loved how mature Xiao Shu was this Epi. She surprised me in how rational she was in accepting Zhou Zhen's father and the truth about the lost advertisements. Major props! Especially because Zhou Zhen's father still let's his pride get in the way. He didn't apologize but she graciously said she was in the wrong (Even though it's free speech and a tiny little radio station and he kinda showed his true colors by using his connections to run her out of her own company... end rant).
I'm still waiting for the ex-girlfriend to come back and kick up dirt. I'm sure she had a different reason as to why she broke up with him than because of his Gangster father. But I don't know... I keep waiting for the drama to hit the fan but I'm wearing myself out trying to brace for it when maybe it's just a nice, boy meets girl, fall in love, face the world and live happily ever after? I would be totally cool with that.
Also, Xiao Shu staying in the hospital with Zhou Zhen was so sweet! Especially when she found out all that he did for her and then he woke up with her hand around his. I love this couple. Next Epi!
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This was the best Epi for me so far. I loved how it showed more facets of each character:
Moo Jin's reaction to the girl who accidentally whacked him with her purse and his studied glances at Byung Hoon and Min Young whenever they're at odds; Ah Rang being revealed to be in high school and his steady dedication to his craft (acting); Seung Pyo's relationship with Byung Hoon - He's always popping up on their Ops but Byung Hoon says nothing; Byung Hoon's history at the school which Seung Pyo seems to know about or was involved in; and how Byung Hoon received his name.
The interaction between Byung Hoon and Min Young has progressed a bit... I mean hitting a guy with your purse that hard and then pouting screams familiarity (I'm being serious. That was my favorite scene haha).
And of course, Taemin was in this Epi haha. But I was kind of with Se Kyung, Ah Rang's character is more appealing to me right now:)
Moo Jin's reaction to the girl who accidentally whacked him with her purse and his studied glances at Byung Hoon and Min Young whenever they're at odds; Ah Rang being revealed to be in high school and his steady dedication to his craft (acting); Seung Pyo's relationship with Byung Hoon - He's always popping up on their Ops but Byung Hoon says nothing; Byung Hoon's history at the school which Seung Pyo seems to know about or was involved in; and how Byung Hoon received his name.
The interaction between Byung Hoon and Min Young has progressed a bit... I mean hitting a guy with your purse that hard and then pouting screams familiarity (I'm being serious. That was my favorite scene haha).
And of course, Taemin was in this Epi haha. But I was kind of with Se Kyung, Ah Rang's character is more appealing to me right now:)
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This is ridiculous... But ridiculously funny...:)
I'm always so confused about what I'm watching. One minute it's a Romantic Comedy with a cute but ditzy protag, the next it's a Mystery/Suspense with a chef who is creepily stalker-ish... (I'm getting a Clark Kent vibe from the glasses but I doubt he's saving pedestrians in blue tights by night...)
Then it's Action and suddenly it's about a Director trying to recapture his glory days by orchestrating these ridiculously complicated scenarios to snag a love interest for a client (Or help his friends' theater troupe...? JUST read the synopsis but each character has such a huge air of mystery I'm still trying to figure out the actual story).
Seriously, some Hollywood execs should learn how to budget from him; I mean he owes loan sharks but the guy is making a mini-movie every Epi. It's like MADE on MTV.
And this is why I love it. I love all the characters so far except creepy chef who looks like he'll stab you in the back from the front. Totally giving him the evil eye every Epi (I'll probably come to love him later though haha). Min Young is great if a bit idealistic... Okay, she's living in the clouds, but she's coming from the heart and her belief in love and I think she's right.
Turning the Vet into Mr. Trench-coat with a shady background had me laughing so hard. Especially when the librarian fantasizes about him. Ha! On to the next Epi before I ramble more...
I'm always so confused about what I'm watching. One minute it's a Romantic Comedy with a cute but ditzy protag, the next it's a Mystery/Suspense with a chef who is creepily stalker-ish... (I'm getting a Clark Kent vibe from the glasses but I doubt he's saving pedestrians in blue tights by night...)
Then it's Action and suddenly it's about a Director trying to recapture his glory days by orchestrating these ridiculously complicated scenarios to snag a love interest for a client (Or help his friends' theater troupe...? JUST read the synopsis but each character has such a huge air of mystery I'm still trying to figure out the actual story).
Seriously, some Hollywood execs should learn how to budget from him; I mean he owes loan sharks but the guy is making a mini-movie every Epi. It's like MADE on MTV.
And this is why I love it. I love all the characters so far except creepy chef who looks like he'll stab you in the back from the front. Totally giving him the evil eye every Epi (I'll probably come to love him later though haha). Min Young is great if a bit idealistic... Okay, she's living in the clouds, but she's coming from the heart and her belief in love and I think she's right.
Turning the Vet into Mr. Trench-coat with a shady background had me laughing so hard. Especially when the librarian fantasizes about him. Ha! On to the next Epi before I ramble more...
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Even though I'm a total skeptic as to Yan Kai's intentions I'm giving him the benefit of doubt this Epi. Maybe he really is the 'Perfect' guy and that's exactly what will be his downfall. Seeing Shi Yun's reaction to Stalker Boy in the last scene made me see how imperfect her current relationship is. She showed more genuine amusement and endearment in one look towards Yu Xiang than she has in all of her perfected smiles with Yan Kai.
And honestly, I'm more interested in the side stories than the main couple. The spark is kind of growing dim for me. Maybe it's because all of a sudden he's all, 'I'm in love and shy,' and she's all, 'I don't know what these feelings are...' I mean, they got married and slept together in the first three Epi's. I understand she's practical and hasn't felt these feelings before. But it kind of feels like I went from college to the kiddie playground. Even though Shi De was acting like a child/jerk before, there was way more spark (I still DO NOT approve of his previous behavior).
A.N.: I forgot to say this in a previous review but even though I like Qi Ming, it bothers me how the father always takes his side. It really grates, especially when he hasn't done anything right. But, I'll ignore it for now. Next Epi!
And honestly, I'm more interested in the side stories than the main couple. The spark is kind of growing dim for me. Maybe it's because all of a sudden he's all, 'I'm in love and shy,' and she's all, 'I don't know what these feelings are...' I mean, they got married and slept together in the first three Epi's. I understand she's practical and hasn't felt these feelings before. But it kind of feels like I went from college to the kiddie playground. Even though Shi De was acting like a child/jerk before, there was way more spark (I still DO NOT approve of his previous behavior).
A.N.: I forgot to say this in a previous review but even though I like Qi Ming, it bothers me how the father always takes his side. It really grates, especially when he hasn't done anything right. But, I'll ignore it for now. Next Epi!
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