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All of Us Are Dead
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2 days ago
12 of 12 episodes seen
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Overall 10
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 9.0
Music 2.0
Rewatch Value 7.0
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It was a very good serie. It never stopped being interesting and at the end of each chapter I was left wanting more. It made me sad every time one of the main characters died and also to see how they reacted to seeing that their family members had been infected. It brought several tears to my eyes. .................................................................
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Ongoing 10/12
Wedding Impossible
1 people found this review helpful
by Nim
2 days ago
10 of 12 episodes seen
Ongoing 0
Overall 8.0
Story 8.0
Acting/Cast 8.0
Music 8.5
Rewatch Value 7.5

An objectively a good k-drama

I have been reading all the comment reviews about this drama based on recent episodes and I kind of disagree with the ones hating on the storyline and the drama itself. Personally, I believe this might be one of the top kdramas this year so far.
Let's start with the story's pace: compared to other people, the pace of the storyline and episodes is good! If they had made it a 14 or 16-episode drama, it would've lost its ratings easily. They gave a maximum of 1/2 episode of their romance, which is fine with me.
Next, "Dohan is being selfish" Yes he was being selfish but I began liking him at ep10 when he has that moment of self-realization and he steps in to defend them both, but their grandpa stops him (the press conference).
For me, the characters are well-made but yes maybe because they're rushing it so it makes us, viewers, feel uncomfortable with how the story is turning out

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My Demon
1 people found this review helpful
2 days ago
16 of 16 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 9.5
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 10
Music 10
Rewatch Value 9.0
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The little details...

lol I just finished watching it and this show clearly got me hooked throughout the time I was watching... the acting, the storyline, the actors, details connecting... I just LOVED it. And my fav detail is probably the god's hat missing the letter 'o' in most scenes, which is written 'God', but in the last scene that she appered was a brand new hat writing 'Good', and it really made it clear that how she had developed characteriscally through the end, but not leaving her personality by calling Gu-won & Do-hee's last scene "Silly humans!". It was worth watching it overall, and now I'm in a feeling of emptiness, like after every time completing a show, but now it feels much more different...

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What Did You Eat Yesterday?
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by Luly
2 days ago
Completed 0
Overall 8.5
Story 8.5
Acting/Cast 9.0
Music 8.0
Rewatch Value 9.0
I feel personally obligated at this point to review every entry of this show, given how much I enjoyed season one. It's a hill I will die on, so to speak, I suppose.

I have mixed feelings towards the movie, in comparison to the show.

I DID enjoy it, don't get me wrong, it's a good movie, the acting is great, and it carries on with the spirit of the show and the essence of what made it great: the cozy-ness, the amazing cooking, the genuine portrayal of a relationship of two men in their 40s in a country that doesn't recognize their partnership legally, the navigating said relationship with family, workplace and society as a whole.

The movie does add a bit more on the personal feelings of both characters, with a situation that generates a parallel for both in different points of the movie.

And when I say "a bit" I mean...a tiny bit. I am disappointed in the fact that I don't think they took it far enough for a movie.

It felt like a long episode of the show and, to be honest, when you have the opportunity of a movie, I think your storytelling possibilities expand in other directions that I don't feel they took. Ossan's Love, for example, isn't as good as this show when it comes to taking things seriously (and the acting isn't as good as this, in general), but they did use their movie to give a step forward that allowed them to pull off a better season 2.

I feel like they didn't go as far as they could have with the movie, in terms of using the vehicle to give a much deeper glimpse into one of their conflicts, picking just one to explore and going all for it. The movie has a sort of array of situations that get developed somewhat, rather than one that can get fully expanded.

I say this also because, since watching season one, I was able to read some of the manga and I feel like the manga gets more intimate with Kenji's and Shiro's relationship in some levels that we don't get in live action form. And, when I say "intimate", I mean communication wise, not necessarily just physically. I feel like there's a lot of deep emotional exploration that gets somewhat cut short by the fact that they move on to the next issue before delving deeper into the prior one, and the movie format could have allowed them to have the space that a series format may not allow for them to do just that.

All in all, it's a lovely movie and I'm happy to see more of this show coming out. I have high hopes for the second season that I've already started. I just wish the movie could have given a step forward in development, but I don't think this was quite that.

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Flex X Cop
2 people found this review helpful
2 days ago
16 of 16 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 9.5
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 9.5
Rewatch Value 8.5

Solid Action/Crime Drama that captivates you from beginning to End

If you are thinking of watching this then please do! It is a solid watch with lots of different cases. A lot of 16 episodes kdrama seem to lose its steam around ep 10-12 but this one keeps the momentum the whole way through. The character growth between all the main characters was also very good to see.

Recommend!
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Ongoing 12/12
The Impossible Heir
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by Sherry
2 days ago
12 of 12 episodes seen
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Overall 9.5
Story 9.5
Acting/Cast 9.5
Music 8.0
Rewatch Value 10

Who is your friend or enemy!

I’m really enjoying it so far! I don’t know all the actors, but I’m definitely enjoying the storyline. There is never a dull moment. There’s so much I could say. It’s kinda typical for a conglomerate family. You need to figure out who is for you or against you. I wished there was a little more romance but I can see why there’s not. I love the suspense of never knowing who or what will happen next. I’m a fan of more of romantic comedies, but this drama has kept my attention more than I thought it would.
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Ongoing 2/8
Jazz for Two
4 people found this review helpful
2 days ago
2 of 8 episodes seen
Ongoing 0
Overall 9.0
Story 10
Acting/Cast 9.0
Music 10
Rewatch Value 8.5
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Jazz For FOUR , A Therapy !!

first of all I was so excited about this drama since it was on of my fav manhwa's adoption . the concept , actors , storyline , production everything is on the level , acting was pretty good ( Although it was debut project of some of the actors ) and the OST '' !! chief kiss !! ASTCO Couples Cameo was unexpected n I love it , ik they will change some of parts from the original manhwa, still hoping that they don't change too much coz the manhwa was awesome ( 10/10 ) , one thing that I don't understand ik it's drama but still they're students why do they have to wear so much heavy makeup , for example Yoon se heon' lipstick ( was too deep ) n for seo Do Yoon ( dyed hair, bracelets , earrings blah blah) I mean it's school not fashion show babe !!

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Pachinko
2 people found this review helpful
2 days ago
8 of 8 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 9.0
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 10
Music 7.5
Rewatch Value 6.5
It's not often you get a great adaptation of a great novel that has so much scope and a rich story to tell, but I think Pachinko is a rather successful adaptation and handles the subject matter well. It's a big novel that leaves a lot behind once the reading is over and is a true family story that spans generations through Japanese colonial rule over Korea and then as uprooted and anxious immigration to Japan and what follows that second-class citizenship.

The cast, sets, cinematography, and costumes are all excellent, and each episode feels like a short film in a sense. However, we only got to see part of this big story in this first season. The pace of the story is slow, but the story never seems to drag its feet or lose too much focus on the story it wants to tell us.

How the story moves between periods isn't always too clear, but the show often gives viewers notice of where they are in the story. Even though past and present events certainly mirror each other in certain places and explain the characters and their hidden backstories it does feel a bit choppy at times. But because of this time jumps that the story leaves some of these storylines a bit short or they feel rougher around the edges than one would have liked.

There are also certain characters, moments, or backstories that the story focuses on that are less interesting than others – but there was also a thing I noticed from the book. The story certainly shines brightest when focusing on the perspectives of the women in the story and Sunja, the matriarch, truly has all my heart. How much these women fought for their family's survival even though their lives suffered is breathtaking and it makes sense for the show to not beautify those things too much since they're based on real events.

Both the book and the episodes tell a story that is rather realistically depressing, but not necessarily in a totally crude or bleak way. It's a story about endurance and finding a way to thrive despite everything, and it certainly works for every tear the show squeezes out of you – and oh boy, where there are lots of tears. There really is not a big happy ending for any of the characters, they just have to keep fighting for their lives and hope that's enough until the end.

This is a great exploration of culture and life, but also the loss of it. The story is quite thought-provoking and poignant, pulling at your heartstrings with its realism and resilience of the characters, allowing the audience to confront the reality these characters live in. The scope of the story is epic, although the story manages to feel intimate and personal. This season successfully gives the viewer a pretty open ending to the story just in case there is no follow-up and the story doesn't get another season, despite having so much more to say.

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The Abandoned
1 people found this review helpful
2 days ago
Completed 0
Overall 9.0
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 10
Music 7.5
Rewatch Value 9.0
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" Ignite the thrilling essence of female power in an action-packed adventure! "

In this FL 's as lead role is very nice and her character is badass too. We need more female badass cop roles for our FL's, it will be refreshing to do with them. Coming to story, it is very simple story with few twists and it is one time watchable. It was streaming on Netflix so i had watched it after seeing their many thriller series from Taiwanese their are giving tough competition to korean series in future for sure. If you love watch thriller movies, then you can give it a try ! Unlike victim's game(Taiwanese series) it is not that much interesting, i have to say that it is not up to rank to other Taiwanese thrillers series in my view. After watching my name series, i thought to give a try to watch it how our FL did it. In this movie, everyone done nice job and acting too. There is only a bit confusion of heroine's husband who killed himself in the FL's car itself. I can't understand that part alone why did he died/ suicide by himself? Rest , it is one time watchable movie.

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Dr. Cheon and Lost Talisman
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by Kate
2 days ago
Completed 0
Overall 7.5
Story 7.0
Acting/Cast 8.0
Music 7.5
Rewatch Value 7.0

Horror never found…

It’s for sure more of an action fantasy with just some elements of horror. Truth to be told, it had more comedy than horror and I’m not mad about it.

It was an entertaining and light watch. A lot of jokes were basic, but they landed well. Simple plot works well with simple writing and good visuals, and that’s exactly what this movie delivers.

Timing for some revelations was a bit questionable, like when we find out what is the actual goal of the main villain. Or what is the importance of each and every character. Still, the pacing is great and the pay off is decent.

Honestly speaking, the production value was for sure the best aspect of the show. Great special effects, great set design, beautiful lighting and use of colors and filters. Stunning for many scenes, screenshots worthy.

For the acting, no complaints, but the roles were not that demanding anyway.

Overall, fun and simple sometimes is the best combination. Not everything has to be a complex philosophical tale with double meanings, sometimes a movie has to be just an entertainment.

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Maria
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2 days ago
Completed 0
Overall 9.0
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 9.5
Music 8.5
Rewatch Value 8.5

a girl can fight too

This movie is superb, full packed with action scenes. This Filipino action revenge movie is one of a kind. I am amazed by Christina Reyes who plays Lily/Maria she really trained so much in this film, you can see how well she did in her fight scenes, that she delivered it well.
The story is common but they give justice on the film came across that touches our hearts. We can feel Maria's pain when she loss her family that is why she is eager to give them revenge that they deserve.
I am not that satisfied with its ending I feel like there's a part two. Filipino action movies are improving. I can say that its the female version of John Wick.

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Last Twilight
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2 days ago
12 of 12 episodes seen
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Overall 10
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 10
Rewatch Value 10

It took us on a New Experience.|Overall: 10/10

This was one hell of an emotional ride, at least for me. Never in my life of watching BL have I ever cried for a series, but this series outdid itself. There was nothing bad about this series [-_-]


Starting with JimmySea, I remember their acting in ViceVersa. So cute I wanted a series of them for 2023. I didn't know that this series was already in production, and I didn't even know about this until 4 months before the official trailer came out. That's when I found out about the pilot trailer and then everything about this.

I am glad I found out about this series.

Next Up, Mark and Namtan. I knew about them from a reality show on gmmtv and I loved them there. Wanted a series on them, I remember I tried typing a message on gmmtv Twitter but then deleting it right away. I never knew I'd get a series on them actually, but these to are officially my favourite straight pairing of 2023.

Supporting actors and actresses did a fantastic job. I loved On and Pla so much. They were so cute, that I rewatched their scenes at least twice every time they came on screen.

Overall, this series is highly recommended.

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I May Love You
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by Bali
2 days ago
24 of 24 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 7.0
Story 8.0
Acting/Cast 8.0
Music 10
Rewatch Value 1.0
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I May Love You is one of those dramas that had potential but got lost when, for most of the drama, the female lead is putting off the male lead because he rejected her confession which, by the way, was abrupt and lacked sincerity when she tells him the shallow reason for what she likes him making herself as superficial as her reasons. The male lead doesn’t realize that he had started to fall for her until she leaves his side. He starts to court her by all possible ways, only to be refused in a rude, humiliating, and cruel way every time he tried to pursue her even though she still likes him. The male lead did a great job bringing his character to life and bringing out all kinds of emotions like anger, jealousy, uncertainty, honest care for her, and deep love that he demonstrated as soon as he realized that he liked her. On the other hand, up until episode eighteen, the female lead is responding with disdain, cruelty and, to a certain degree, sadistically when she seems to plan strategists and takes pleasure in hurting him as he tries, diligently, to right the pain caused by his rejection. Once the leading couple gets together, the relationship is cute from her side and beautifully passionate from his. The leading lady’s character was written in such a way that, for the most part, she doesn’t seem to have the emotional intensity of falling deeply for him at first sight and loving him for four years. Huang Ri Ying (as Tang Xin) has played too many insufferable leading ladies and her deadpan expressions in this drama make it difficult to give the viewer the “I’ve loved you for so long” vibe. Overall, even if the leading couple have many intimate scenes, is the leading man who lits the flame with his great acting. Other couples and supporting cast seem less enthusiastic pursuing their love interests.

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Dropped 23/32
Master of My Own
1 people found this review helpful
2 days ago
23 of 32 episodes seen
Dropped 0
Overall 1.0
Story 2.0
Acting/Cast 5.5
Music 5.0
Rewatch Value 1.0
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Verbal abuse sugarcoated as love

For the first time watching a cdrama, I really hoped the ML and FL would not end up together. The ML was purely abusive, we can't sugar coat it. There is no amount of character growth that can wipe out how he treated the FL like trash, verbally abused her and crushed her self esteem like that . ML was just a horrible person. The writer made me hate the ML so much that when he started liking the FL I was not moved at all. Honestly not gonna say much more but dropped this at ep 23 as I just could not picture them together. There's nothing romantic about this.
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The King's Daughter, Soo Baek Hyang
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2 days ago
108 of 108 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 10
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 10
Rewatch Value 9.0
I really recommend this drama to anyone who loves sageuk dramas!
there's action, revenge, romance, hidden identity and overall a great plot that doesn't drag at all.
this has become one of my all time favourites.

It's long, however the 108 episodes are only 30 minutes long, so there are 54 normal 1h long episodes. it's still long but significantly shorter than 108 episodes. (Apparently this was actually scheduled to have 120 episodes, but was shortened. Considering how much I love this drama I probably would've liked to see what they would've put into those other episodes.)
I binged the whole thing in 11 days.

Music:
the OST is really good, however you can't find the whole soundtrack T_T

as for the romance:
- Myongnong and Solnan are the cutest couple! it's sweet seeing two people fall in love for the first time. There love is really innocent and sweet. there is some angst towards the end, but in it you can see how much they're in love.
- Jinmu and Solhee as bad as they were good for eachother, and I did like some of their scenes.
- The first 10 episodes are about the parents arc and how they fell in love and everything. I was invested in their story as well.
- then there's also a 4th couple with the guy from the princess' man and a friend of Solnan's and they were nice as well.

Characters:
- solhee is the absolute worst! sometimes I felt sorry for her, but she brought everything upon yourself and is pretty narcissistic! she was always a rotten apple, however I did like how things ended for her.
- Jinmu was pretty sleezy and was one of the villains, however I kind of liked his character in the end=his character development
- The Queen was super sweet. finally not one of those scheming queens!
- chancellor yon who was a villain, had some kinda cute moments with his folding origami or his weird/funny sounds he makes.
- I like that the characters are well written and have motives etc.

Acting was really great! I was impressed by all the crying in this drama because it felt so natural but also sad during the dramatic/death scenes.

The ending was happy for me (both couples) it's maybe a bit open, however at least you know they ended up together.

the last scene of the drama where the subaekhyang tree flowers and the blossoms are floating around was nicely made.

This was such a wild ride! so much happened in these episodes despite them being shorter than usual.

History:
some of the characters did actually exist. It's debatable whether princess subaekhyang actually existed or not.

Overall I'll give it a 10/10 and I really recommend it!

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