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Why is this considered a classic?
Lee Min Ho is flat and uninspiring yet again, and Park Min Young is dragged down by a bad script and bad character. The plot is somewhat interesting initially, but it quickly falls apart once Lee Min Ho starts meting out justice. The whole framework of the show is a joke, really, and a weak vehicle for the lacklustre romance between the leads. They have no chemistry, are constantly making annoying and illogical decisions and just get worse as the story goes on. Worst of all, it takes itself seriously! This show believes itself to be the most badass thing, and I can't even stand to watch it ironically.This drama gives me a headache. If you loved Healer and want something from a similar era, give it a go. But it is not good. Lee Min Ho, how did you get so famous?
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Characters: 8/10
Plot: 9/10
Feels Factor: 7/10
Wait, before we start we all need to take a second to appreciate how funny it was when they said "City Hunter." In the Korean language, they have a hard time getting that hard "s" out there, so the "s" in "city" came out sounding like a "sh" sound. Say it to yourself. Okay, good, I got that out of my system. It was funny.
Moving past that, this drama was great, everyone! Action, suspense, romance, facemasks...
Where do Korean up-to-no-good-ers find these things? Anyway, besides Lee Min Ho looking great in a mask, this drama had a lot of high points for me. Here's the good and the bad.
The Bad: I am a sappy romance kind of person, and while this drama did have a fair amount of romance in it (enough to appease even me), it wasn't as focused as I would have liked it to be. There was only one kiss in this drama, and at the very end they weren't exactly running into each other's arms. Granted, a lot of sad and heavy things happened, so I'd imagine neither of them were exactly feeling it. But a *touch* more would have made me happier.
The other negative thing I might say about this drama was that it was kind of slow to start. For me, anyway, having an entire first episode of set up was a bit draggy. It took me a while to get into it. And although the plot is very gripping, I actually left this one to watch other things in between. So it wasn't a "can't put it down" kind of drama for me.
The Good: Pretty much everything else you can think of, this drama nailed it. Music? Gripping. Plot? Entrancing. Chemistry? Totally hot. It's an action drama with a great romance weaved into it, and I think it would appeal to a wide audience. This is the drama where I fell in love with Lee Min Ho, because his performance was just spot on. Kim Na Na, the main girl, was very cute, and she played her role perfectly. I already loved her from the first drama I had watched ("Sungkyunkwan Scandal"), and her feminine but capable character in this drama suited her well. Lee Min Ho's character Lee Yoon Sung also fit him nicely, and the acting all around was--from my limited knowledge--pretty flawless.
The whole drama was just different enough to feel a bit refreshing, but still familiar enough that you know you're watching a classic Kdrama. To make it even better, there's a satisfying ending, and the bad people end up where they ought to, and the good people come out on top. But they throw you enough curve balls that you don't feel like its too predictable or stagnant. And that's why I had to give this an 8, even if its not up there in my "grand romances" list, it's up there in my high production value, high rewatch value list.
Your ahjumma friend's verdict: Watch this when you're in the mood for a thriller.
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- Honestly I didn't watch this for the longest time the synopsis sounded really stupid and sounded just like a romance between workers , however about a year ago I was looking for something to watch and I finally watched this , BEST DECISION I EVER MADE
2.) Why you should watch it
- This has such an amazing story line that the synopsis does not do justice, the acting was amazing and there's a strong female lead ( even though shes stupid at times i"ll let it off this time) also there are so many great and important details that the first time around i didn't see ( all in all i have watched it 6 times and find something new every time) They also mix SOME humor in to it, there's romance and there's just so much suspense, you will be on the edge of your seat i promise you
3.) The music
- This soundtrack couldn't get any better i promise after your done watching it you'll be going - Oh its alrightt~~~~~ so so so many great songs i mean there's jonghyun and girls day and just so many many many great songs
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The only thing I didn't like was that I felt so bad for the prosecutor and when Nana was having a hard time because of the City Hunter (am I terrible with names, I just finished this drama and I already forgot the main characters' name). There were a few other minor annoyances here and there, but otherwise the plot flowed really well. I do have to admit though that it took a bit to get me truly hooked into this drama and by that point I was watching this in marathon mode.
Great acting by all parties, but especially Lee Min Ho. I have to admit it other dramas I didn't exactly "love" Lee Min Ho's acting, but in this one he just steals the cake. Also I really liked the main actress too -she did such a good job with the range of emotions and just her overall personality.
Music soundtrack was great, and I am going to make myself learn some of the songs on the piano. :)
Rewatch value for this drama is really good, because once you finish it you just want to go back for more! I think a sequal to this drama would be really awesome, however unfortunately I feel that a sequal wouldn't end up being nearly as good as the original. :(
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at first i couldn't bring myself to watch this, but then i did, and i watched all of the eps that had aired in two days (16 that is hah) and i was thirsty for more. hah
its great, and lee min go looks awesome, the main girls isnt wimpy, but is cool. its such a great drama, a must see!
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When I heard about the korean adaptation of City Hunter, I must say, I was quite excited. The main character is an amazing cop with a cheap casanova personality. But in that drama, there is some cop action (more bodyguard for the president action) but the cheap casanova is nowhere to be seen… I know, they had to change the plot because of the similarities with Plan B (which was pretty bleh.) but they could AT LEAST keep that “cheesy pervert” vibe… Or change the name of the drama.
It was what I thought first… GOD I WAS WRONG. After a few episodes, I totally forgot about the original City Hunter.
This is probably one of the best drama I’ve ever seen .It wasn’t as funny as I thought it would be, but definitely not a bad drama. And for some various reasons:
- Some REALLY GOOD actors. Lee Min Ho kicked some serious ass. Boy, that guy can act !!!
- a REALLY GOOD plot . The all revenge plan was oh-so-good.
- Some REALLY GOOD eye candies. Lee Min Ho and that sexy prosecutor for the ladies and Park Min Young who is too pretty for her own good.
- Some REALLY GOOD kick ass fight scenes . Seriously, mind blowing. *___* Did you ever seen a cool fight scene with a bottle of water ? Well, City Hunter did it.
- Some REALLY GOOD close up on Lee Min Ho’s ass . And Dat ass is a masterpiece.
- some REALLY GOOD close up on Sexy Prosecutor. That sauna scene… I will never forget it .
I think most of drama’s writers don’t know how to finish their story. But not this one. I was, for the first time in my life I think, pleasant by how all the story ended.
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i started watching for Lee Min Ho and stayed for everything else.
This is a drama worth watching the actions was good the actors were perfect the plot was amazing. The writer just keeps you going and going. The first episode may get one a little confused but it has its purpose, once you get past it you will understand what is going on and you'll fall in love. If you love action scenes, surprise after surprise, a good story that keeps your jaw dropping and Lee Min Ho you will watch this drama over and over again.
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First off, let me just say, this is no ordinary drama and it's one that will definately exceed your expectations. I guarantee this drama will keep you on the edge of your seat right from episode 1.
When I first started watching this drama, I honestly haven't a clue what it would be like and I thought this was just something to pass my time(and because of Lee Min Ho of course!! ^^). I was hooked after episode 1. Straight off the bat. I still haven't a clue how the drama would turn out. And that's what hooked me. It was so unpredictable, litrally anything could happen, not like your typical kdrama where there are episode where you feel like it wasn't even necessary. But City Hunter was different. Each episode revealed something that would be relevant to the plot. Each episode had a cliffhanger at the end, urging you to watch the next. So I can say I'm thankful I watched this when all the episodes were out, or I would've went crazy waiting!
Another thing that makes this drama so flawless is that there are no annoying secrets or misunderstandings that lasts long. It's not like other dramas where like 5 episodes are dedicated to a secret or misunderstanding that makes all the characters all sentimental and basically drive us all crazy. It was refreshing and a big surprise to me when so many secrets get revelead when you least expect it.
Another aspect that makes this drama so awesome is that the heroine is NOT DUMB!!! (for once!!) It's no surprise in kdrama land where you always get the klutzy, clueless female lead. But the heroine in this is so completely different from a typical female lead in kdrama land that seems like almost like a rule that they must be stupid. But Na Na(the female lead) kicks ass. Litrally. She says everything she wants she doesn't leave any room for misunderstandings and fights her own battles. As the drama progresses you will really appreciate how awesome and different she is from other kdrama female characters. I mean can you imagine some of the female characters from other kdramas having to put up with what she does?
This drama was a fun roller coster for me. It made me laugh, cry(litrally), scream at my computer, and countless moments that left me speechless and mouth wide open thinking to myself: "What the hell just happened" (in a good way!) I assure you this drama will not dissappoint! So give it a try!
Oh wow, I just forgot to mention the most important thing that is the cherry on top of this awesome drama, three words: Lee. Min. (hotpants)Ho. Be prepared to go kyaaaaa~ everytime you see him (which is alot! lol) He is just so ....... breathtaking! And the clothes he wears, with his tall figure, and that glorious mane of hair, and those eyes............. Ok yeah the boy is hot. Really hot. Even my mam said he was. And you get to see him kick some ass be a total badass. Now I'm off to find another drama that will be as awesome as this. Yeah that'll take awhile! ^^
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