Reviews

You can't fly well because you're afraid of falling

The combination of superhuman abilities, intense action sequences, and a top-notch cast was a thrilling experience!!!!!!!!!

The way they structured the plot, weaving together the perspectives of both students and parents was a clever move. The fact that it seamlessly weaves between past events and the present adds an extra layer of complexity and intrigue to the narrative.

It's impressive that, despite the fantastical elements of superpowers, the series maintains a grounded feel, emphasizing the in-depth relationships between characters. They put effort into developing each character, making them all unique and impactful. The star-studded cast is impressive, and it's great to see both seasoned actors and rookies delivering outstanding performances. The blend of action, drama, romance, and humor suggests a well-rounded and engaging story. The cinematography and music, they really know how to set the mood and enhance the viewing experience.

In terms of the plot, the structure is clear-cut. Approximately seven episodes focus on the present, delving into the lives of the younger generation with themes of high school romance, teenage self-discovery, and generational conflicts. The subsequent episodes shift to the past, where the parents take center stage, exposing harsh realities such as manipulation, betrayal, social stigma, and the challenges of child protection. Both segments offer compelling narratives. The final episodes deliver edge-of-your-seat action sequences, featuring an ensemble cast.

For those still on the fence, I wholeheartedly recommend this drama. It stands out as one of the best of the year, presenting a unique and refreshing addition.

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It had potential

Honestly it has some decent potential if only they had added a few more episodes or made the episodes a little bit longer it would have made a big difference. Also I feel like since there was a kiss halfway through the series they shouldn't have stopped their final kiss from happening. It felt a little rushed but it was to be expected. I actually really enjoyed Mill's acting and I hope he pursues it more in the future! It was a cute watch overall.
If I'm not mistaken it's the first time for a kpop group to make a bl and I'm here for it I hoping that it isn't the last. A round of applause to ooo for their effort and guts to continuously break the "norm". I'll be tuning in for future endeavors.

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It is not worth the trip (ﾟヘﾟ)？Don't waste your time!

“Bodyswap” series between a ML top model & a FL high school student.
Thank goodness there are lots of handsome guys (including Ahn Bo Hyun (｡◕‿◕｡))

BUT
- the story is clumsy, poorly written, not realistic. The characters' behavior is not believable.
- the casting is not good (high school girl with heavy makeup??)
- the production is abrupt, everything seems artificial.

=> Even if the series is short (6 episodes of 30 minutes), it seems too long !
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Série "bodyswap" entre un ML top modèle & une FL lycéenne.
Il y a plein de beaux gosses (dont Ahn Bo Hyun ( ｡◕‿◕｡ ) )

MAIS
- l'histoire est maladroite, mal écrite, pas réaliste. Les comportements des personnages ne sont pas crédibles.
- le casting n'est pas bon (lycéenne hyper maquillée ??)
- la réalisation est abrupte, tout parait artificiel.

=> Même si la série est courte (6 épisodes de 30 minutes), elle ne vaut pas le voyage (ﾟヘﾟ)？Don't waste your time !

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Jack O'Frost froze at an 8.5

Aside from incorporating its title into the series in several good and fun ways, the show did not explore and gave its characters too much yet not enough to work with; resulting in them being either flat, unrelatable, or both.

Most of the characters, particularly our mains, possess contradicting traits/personalities and lack depth.
- Fumiya is introduced as serious and someone who has difficulty putting his thoughts into words; however, this only seems to be the case with Ritsu. Around supporting characters, he’s an open book and comes across as a social butterfly. Particularly in flashbacks. Besides working as a salesman with a lot of time on his hands, being a good cook, kind, and possibly popular we know nothing about his background or upbringing. Nor his ex.
- Ritsu is timid, lethargic, and daring/stubborn(?) Eventually, we learn that Ritsu has parents and a younger brother but aside from his brother, we don’t know if he keeps in contact with his parents. Though we know that he’s a great artist/illustrator and a successful one given that his work was published in a magazine. Honda Kyoya, handsome as he is, did his part but Ritsu as a character was not all that appealing to watch.
- Shuji is said to be overprotective of Ritsu but we see that he’s more overprotective of Fumiya. Except for the cafe scene, his scenes with Ritsu were somehow painful. Rarely did they come across as close brothers and instead, Shuji feels closer to Fumiya. They know each other’s ‘tomorrow’ schedules, share a secret, and Shuji is more comfortable talking to Fumiya about Fumiya and Ritsu’s relationship.
- Miyasaka Tomoko added some substance to the series but then she quickly became the side character that exists only to get the mains back together. I don’t understand why she kept her run-in with Ritsu from Fumiya until the final episode, especially when she has been advising Fumiya on their relationship throughout the show. We also never found out what happened to her and her boyfriend.
- Keigo is the ex of Ritsu who was set up to mislead us into thinking is the villain but isn’t(?). He gives Fumiya advice and encouragement but also blithely brings up his bad past with Ritsu. His purpose is to add tension and depth to Ritsu’s sexual orientation which Ritsu thought Fumiya was in the dark about. I admit that part was done well but it’s strange for Ritsu to jump the gun when he has no memories of anything he’s ever told Fumiya. If Fumiya is strictly a roommate then his coming out as gay isn’t unlikely.

My biggest problem with the show was that there was no clear timeline. I can’t gauge how long they’ve been dating and living together. Except that they were the same age again when they celebrated Ritsu’s birthday. It seems they fell in love and moved in together after graduation and while working, and that's all we can go off of. Before moving in together, Fumiya did reveal that Ritsu had a steady income/career and we saw Ritsu working so he had to have been in his early to mid-20s. But are they in their late 20s or early 30s at the beginning of the series? I wish amnesiac Ritsu had at least asked how long they've been living together so we know. Although I took issue with the blurry timeline, it is a plus for the show. Since we don’t know how long they've been together or living together, we can’t fault their relationship in relation to time. If their communication sucks but it's only been a year then 'meh, it happens' but if it's been five years then it'll definitely raise eyebrows.

In short:
Good plot. Dry characters. Dryer script.
The acting was fine overall.
Fun coats. Loved Ritsu’s scarves.
Kind of wished there was snow...? It's Winter, after all.
Enjoyed the music.
Some camera work was uncreative.
The not-so-high budget was a tad bit obvious.
Easy to watch. Not great but not terrible. Heartwarming but also unmemorable.
May never rewatch unless I need some slow background noise.

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Midsummer Night's Dream meets Twelfth Night (kind of)

I absolutely loved this show. Usually I find C-Dramas overly dramatic and way too long. This was 24 45-min episodes which was totally manageable.

The characters were cute and loveable - especially the sickly groom and the martial-arts bride and their super cute interactions. The noble bride and military groom were also very loveable, and added an element of maturity to the show. I loved the side characters too - like pingwei, the bride's handmaiden, the apothecary boy and his adoptive mom, the mute sister and master Liu.

The motivations of the villian and his accomplices were a little unbelievable IMO. Especially given that his grandma doted on him and gave him whatever he wanted.

Fun fact, Juan Zi who played the queen in the 2023 version played princess chang ping in the 2001 series.

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Could of been better but I still recommend this

Everything was amazing but the stupid mother. The ending could have been better but they focused on the mother being a social climber too much and the male coworkers sexually assaulting their female employees. Jin Ah's mother was too much, she was mentally, verbally, emotionally, and physically abusive towards everyone. She was self-aware she was a bitch and a snob. She didn't care who she stepped on and pissed off. All she cared about was connections and becoming rich and powerful. She even told Joon Hee that's all she cared about which made her even worse than I expected. She was so caught up with marrying up in society she didn't care how her family felt. Everyone else was ok with Jin As and Joon Hee's relationship either straight away or they just came to terms with it eventually but Jin Ah's mother flat-out refused and made everyone miserable. Even when Jin Ah's gets cheated on by her long-term almost fiancée she kept trying to pressure Jin Ah's to take him back, she is also misogynist she would excuse if he did something bad and be like that's what men do they mess up but you make up. It was so disgusting to see her mother be such a bitch throughout the entire series. Poor Jin Ah had to deal with so much abuse not only from her ex-bf, her mother and her male coworkers. The mess was almost too much almost taking away from Jin Ah's and Joon Hee's relationship. They ended up breaking up cuz of Jin Ah's mother and her messy work problem, Joon Hee was trying to get Jin Ah to go with him to get relocated for work but she turned him down. So we get a time jump and they finally get back together so we do get a happy ending but it's just so ridiculous how much her mother made everyone's life so miserable, you would think Jin Ah was a child but she was almost in her 40s. Like I understand different cultures and social norms but this was insane, I'm surprised her husband just didn't file for a divorce she was that unreasonable. Even their son Jin Ah's brother Seung couldn't take it anymore and told their mother that if she continued to harass Jin Ah she would possibly take her own life cuz of how abusive and stubborn she was to force her family to get rich and be part of that society. Like right before Jin Ah and Joon Hee broke up she kept telling Jin Ah that she couldn't wait for her to go on more blind dates she wanted to arrange and meet a rich wealthy man. She completely ignored what her son said cuz she is so self-absorbed with becoming wealthy again I am surprised her husband hadn't divorced her. You could tell how fed up everyone was with her bs. It was so bad that Jin Ah had to finally get her own place which again I understand in Asia living with your parents until you're married hell even when they are married it's normal to still live with them, but she should have moved out sooner knowing her mom was this difficult even before he ex-bf cheated on her. You see her brother mention it a few times they all know how difficult their mother is. Besides the bs you have to watch with Jin Ah's mother Jin Ah's and Joon Hee's relationship is super cute and they have amazing chemistry you basically don't see or feel the age gap which is only 10 yrs apart making him in his late 20s. This wasn't even the issue for the mother btw it was just cuz he was from a "bad family" and a "low rank" Joon Hee's father cheated on his mother so Jin Ah's mother didn't see him as fit to marry her daughter, I bet if he was rich and a son of a CEO she would have turned a blind eye cuz that's how she was with Jin Ah's ex. He wasn't rich or a son of CEO but he was becoming wealthy with his job/connections. Which Jin Ah's mother wanted. No one seemed to care about the age gap, the other thing that Jin Ah's mom kept bringing up was that she "raised" Hae In and his sister so they are "family" but she treated them like complete shit once she found out Jin Ah was dating Hae in. When Joon Hee and Jin Ah were together I just kept feeling butterflies and warm and fuzzy inside they were so cute together. I just kept getting lost in Hae In eyes and how handsome he is. So would I rewatch this probably not just because of Jin Ah's mother and when they get back together for me personally didn't feel satisfying, the ending was probably rushed like most of these dramas they focus on the drama on the leads while making someone a villain they don't focus on the ending until the money is running out so it feels half-assed. Would I recommend it maybe depends on who I'm talking to and they don't mind what I experienced as much. The relationship between Jin Ah and Joon Hee is good enough to tolerate Jin Ah's mother's abusive behavior but just barely.

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Story

NENHUM. REPITO. NENHUM PERSONAGEM VAI CONSEGUI SUPERA O RI JUNG HYUNK.
Esse é o homem mais perfeito de todo universo dos Doramas. Minhas expectativas para relacionamento foram totalmente arruinadas por culpa deste homem. INSUPERÁVEL EM TODOS OS QUESITOS. E olha que eu tenho suspeitas com militares.
Eu demorei anos para assistir esse drama e me arrependo muito. Merece sim o hype que tem, ele é perfeito demais. Os personagens, a química deles, a história, a OTS, a direção, as paisagens, EU JA FALEI O RI JUNG HYUNK. Tanto de vezes que eu surtei com a quimica desses dois, juro como pode ? A quimica foi tão surreal que eles até casaram na vida real. Provavelmente vai ser difícil outro drama que supere esse. Eterno ❤️

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Find solace in a place where the wind blows

"Meet Yourself" is a truly exceptional Chinese drama that shines brightly in the realm of contemporary television. With Liu Yifei and Li Xian at the helm, the acting in this drama is nothing short of outstanding. Their on-screen chemistry and emotional depth bring the characters to life in a way that is both relatable and sentimental.

The beauty of "Meet Yourself" extends beyond the performances; it's also a visual treat. The stunning cinematography, capturing the ever-changing windswept landscapes, is a testament to the show's dedication to aesthetics. Every frame feels like a work of art, and the scenery becomes a character in itself, providing a sense of solace and reflection for both the characters and the audience.

But it's not just about aesthetics; "Meet Yourself" weaves a profound storyline that delves into the intricacies of self-discovery. The characters embark on a journey of introspection, grappling with their pasts and embracing their true selves. The narrative unfolds in a way that is poetic and moving, offering viewers a mirror to reflect on their own lives and the paths they've taken.

"Meet Yourself" is more than just a drama; it's a contemplative experience, an invitation to find solace in a world where the wind blows, carrying with it the whispers of profound truths. If you're seeking a meaningful, visually stunning, and emotionally resonant show, this is a must-watch that will stay with you long after the final episode.

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Experiencing the essence of love and dreams in 'You are My Glory'

"You Are My Glory" is a delightful drama that's sure to capture your heart. This series offers a refreshing take on the classic romance genre, delivering a story filled with genuine emotions, fantastic performances, and a beautifully crafted narrative.

The chemistry between the lead characters is electric, and their on-screen dynamic is a joy to watch. Dilraba Dilmurat and Yang Yang's performances are not only engaging but also incredibly relatable, making it easy for the audience to invest in their journey. The way they bring their characters to life adds depth and authenticity to the storyline.

The plot is not only a love story but also a reflection of the complexities of modern life. It addresses the struggles of balancing career and personal life and showcases the importance of chasing one's dreams. It's a heartfelt narrative that resonates with many, and the script is beautifully written to draw you into the characters' world.

The production quality of "You Are My Glory" is top-notch. The visuals are stunning, and the series takes you on a journey through captivating locations and aesthetically pleasing cinematography. It's a treat for the eyes, which complements the emotional depth of the storyline.

The drama's soundtrack is a perfect complement to the emotions it evokes. The music enhances the mood of each scene, adding another layer to the viewer's experience.

In summary, "You Are My Glory" is a must-watch drama for fans of romance and heartfelt storytelling. It excels in all aspects, from the performances to the narrative, production quality, and music. This series is a testament to the enduring power of love and the pursuit of one's dreams, making it a thoroughly enjoyable and heartwarming watch.

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My Personal Best K-Cop Drama

I’m probably biased because I love cop dramas but this has been the best I’ve watched so far. I’m saying this after having watched Signal and a few others.

I don’t know how this show just gets me hooked and gripped each episode which makes it so binge-worthy. I like how each crime has a deeper story which unravels by the middle of the episode. Mid-season, you see this all start to connect to the wider and main plot/villain of the drama.

I love the FL. I like her calm and serious demeanour, and I am an instant fan.

Now, shall we talk about the villain? He’s probably the actual star of the show. He plays the psychotic role so, so well it gives off Christian Bale American Psycho vibes. He’s so scary that his gaze gives me chills each time. Really talented.

The only waste is probably the villain’s end. It was too easy and not explained properly.
But everything else were really good. Gruesome good.

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CLICHE PLOT, MEDIOCRE ACTING AND WASTE OF MONEY MAKING THIS SERIES

The whole school themes BL series nowadays is somewhat tiresome and repetitive. It only works with seasoned directors and actors, a good example would be "be my favorite", "Enchante", "HIStory:Days of our lives", I could go on with all this good examples but you know my point is.
I think this series is a low-budget given the fact what kind of cinematic they've used and the actors they hired. If I am not mistaken, this actors are new to the industry. I mean what the hell is the casting director doing?? Is he/she BLIND?? Not for insulting but they can cast better and more I would say "sell-able" face.
The plot is worst, acting is mediocre, the setting is cliche. Just because BLs this past few years exploded in popularity means everyone will appreciates just "any" story. This one in particular doesn't even have the essence of a good series. It's like slapping a paint on the wall without considering it's purpose.
I am surprised that it garnered 7 points rating where it should have only 1, sorry for the fans of this series but I've seen a lot of BLs since I can remember and I've seen better, I've seen worst and this in particular is not even in the middle.

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A good remake and excellent work on it's own

I watched the original before the remake out bcs I wanted to know what kind of drama my fav actress participated in. Ngl the OG is a masterpiece and I really am happy bcs Jeon Yeobeen got the role because she is indeed a good fit.

Without being biased, this remake is a good remake because they stick to the main plot. Isn't it the most important point for a remake? Ofc it doesn't give you the exact same vibe like the OG ver because it's a korean remake. They had to adjust to their culture and change some small details and that's what makes it also interesting. Why would you watch an exact copy of OG? I honestly don't understand why people want this remake to be 100% same as the OG. The story also clearer and easier to digest rather than OG because they explain some points (which OG didn't) at cost of cutting some scenes I'd love to see (eg; when the trio gave lesson to the iljins who bullied FL's lil bro)

The acting department is also superb. Jeon Yeobeen ate and left no crumbs. She makes us easily differentiate Minju, Junhee, and Minju when she pretended to be Junhee not only by the outer appearance. The look in their eyes, the way they talk, their voice, the way they walk. Even when Minju pretended to be Junhee, her voice is also different (½ minju ½ junhee). This kind of role is really Jeon Yeobeen's forte. Minju, Junhee in Minju body, Junhee in her 20s, Junhee in her 30s, and Minju when she copied Junhee. She played 5 roles with distinct characteristics and gave justice to each of them. The emotions are just right and hit the spot. Maybe if I wasn't her fans I would think that Minju and Junhee are played by two different actresses.

For Ahn Hyoseop, I really think he has done an excellent job. To portray a character slightly different than the OG can't be counted as a bad acting. He understood his character well. His eyes were so impressive in every emotional scene. His eyes can immediately make you more immersed in their story and feel their emotions. Nam Siheon being more mature than LZW is not a sin. And for his style in 40s, I also found it funny at first because I expected him to look dandy. But when I make peace with this, I'm fully understand why he chose to go with this look. It's because he wanted to show how much pain Siheon went through. Siheon lost his precious best friend and had to wait for 20 years to meet Junhee again. It's understandable that he didn't have any energy left to dress up because he spent most of his energy and time to save his loved ones.

IMHO, Kang Hoon's Jung Ingyu is sweeter than the OG. He did a good job. He doesn't have many dialogues, but he delivered every emotion well. I got goosebumps when Ingyu fulfilled Minju's last wish. (You know what I mean, right?)

The three main leads didn't overpower each other when they were together. A perfect balance. I want to see them more..

The OSTs are also good and fit each scene. Seo Ji Won - Gather my tears is a good choice for time slip song. It does give you a nostalgic feeling. My personal fav is Isaac Hong - Be With You and Kim Minseok Melomance - Never Ending Story.

If you are searching for ATCY reviews before deciding to watch it or not, please give them a chance. I promise it's a good remake and also an excellent on its own. If you feel confused, do not hesitate to approach me on Twitter at @intoyourtime. I will gladly explain. Thank you 🩷

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