The romance wasn't dull or over played.
The music was also great aspect of this drama. Moving the story and tone along. I seriously want this soundtrack now.
This drama is filled with a great balance of romance, action, suspense and mystery. I definite must see.
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The plot was thrilling, the action scenes were great, the actors were top nodge...
There was a lot of romance...
And surprisingly that's my critique:
It was maybe even a little bit too much romance for such a drama, especially later with
the on and offs going on between them. And then, when you suspect a great romantic ending after so much prelude, there was practically none in the final episodes. It was really anti-climatic in this regard.
But really, I just loved the leading male and female roles (finally a tough girl!).
It is almost as perfect as Healer. Almost. ;)
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First off, let me just say Lee Min Ho. Alright now for the real stuff, Lee Min Ho fighting and looking good. OKAY I TOTALLY LIED.
This drama is quite something. Sometimes, I'm annoyed by how complicated dramas are, and I have to say the first episode is quite something. The plot twists within this drama are killer. Every episode has you hanging on wanting more.
I ACTUALLY HAVE NO CLUE WHAT TO SAY ABOUT THIS DRAMA, EXCEPT TO JUST WATCH IT.
PLEASE?!?!?!? If you're reading this, do me, a stranger, a favor, and WATCH IT. I promise you will love it as much as I do.
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Disappointed with ending
Search for this title on a streaming service for a long time and was excited to see another classic Lee Min Ho series. Unfortunately…..At first I loved the chemistry of the actors together. A classic revenge story that started strong. So disappointed with sudden ending and unresolved character storylines, that I’m angry I wasted my time. Don’t waste yours.
However Lee Min Ho is always lovely to look at. ?
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LOOOOOOVE
I vividly remember watching this drama for the first time when it aired, and to this day, it remains one of my all-time favourites. Even though it's been a while since I first watched it, I still find myself going back to rewatch it occasionally. It was one of the first K-dramas that I watched, and it holds a special place in my heart for that reason.What really sets this drama apart is its unique and captivating storyline, which I still believe is unmatched by any other K-drama I've seen. The characters are equally compelling, and the music in this drama is a true masterpiece. The songs are so well-chosen and I still listen to some of the songs.
Overall, this drama is a true gem, and I can't recommend it enough to anyone who loves K-dramas.
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Story: Pretty good but I want less romance all at one time like it would have been better if they broke it up. The romance should have been more scattered out throughout the drama. Also, some parts were practically meaningless like when he sat there and stared at Minyoung for a good 10+ minutes (something most fans would enjoy of course). The ending didn't do it for me. Not a bad ending though. Good storyline though.
Acting/Cast: CHEMISTRY- Minho and Minyoung were adorable together. I enjoyed Hara's snobby attitude lol it was funny to see her get rejected. Oh and the cast are so good looking like I would totally rewatch this just to see all those attractive faces together again. The cast selection was good and there is so much eye candy lol.
Music: Fitting
Rewatch Value: Maybe
Overall: I recommend but more on a superficial level (eye candy & good plot on the surface level).
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Great Action Movie
9/10 is my rating. This is a South Korean drama with 20 episodes (60 minutes/episode). Lee Yoon-Sung (Lee Min-Ho) was raised to seek revenge for his father who was killed by his own country men upon the order of five high ranking officials. His adopted father, who was the only surviving member of the elite troup that was targeted by the officials, raises Yoon-Sung as a key player in his revenge plot. As part of that plan Yoon-Sung attends an elite United State technological institute and excels enough to be hired as a telecommunications expert at the Blue House in South Korea. Yoon-Sung encounters Kim Na-Na (Park Min-Young), at the Blue House where she works as a body guard. His adopted father warned him to never fall in love as his "mission" would involve a lot of blood shed in his adopted father's mind. Yoon-Sung has his own way of doing things though.
Spoiler ? I really liked the action in this movie. City Hunter reminded me of Batman maybe or James Bond. His character was extremely well developed and you understood his motivation in the things that he did. The romance between him and Kim Na-Na character was sizzling but very tragic. My heart broke for both so many times throughout I nearly lost count. I read that Lee Min-Ho does his own stunts and that made his performance as an actor all the more amazing. Everyone in this drama acted very well and the characters were well developed and evolved as you would expect based on the happenings. I read that the romance was left up in the air and some even wondered if City Hunter was still alive or if she was seeing a ghost. That would have bothered me if he would have died but I read a summary of that final episode from the producer/writers and they said he was not a ghost. So the ending is not sad the romance just doesn't wrap up in a happily ever after. You have to decide, for yourself, if them seeing each other a year after the final big action - if that means they will be together or not. So if you are in it for the romance you might be disappointed by that. I think it is still more than worth it to watch it for the suspense and action.
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Harsh revenge crumbled in the face of love
It is always a challenge to write a review for an older drama. It has been 11 years since the drama aired and since i've seen it first time.Looking back on who i was at the time and what i felt watching it when it was in its time.
In current drama world you may say the plot and scenes are cliche and soft, but at the time without a shaddow of a daubt those were the scenes and moments that made me swoon, that made me cry and made me follow the story with my whole heart.
The leads both have very strong presence but thats not all, the side chcracters are just as strongly presented and developped. All having their own plot and back story. No major cut offs or loop holes what would make you question why, when and where. Each episode carries you through the story leaving you wanting more at each end. You find your favourites and root for them just as you do for the lead couple.
ML and FL have a very strong chemistry and undeniable connection thats very dearing to watch develop.
Maybe overacted at times, but over all you certainly arent left dissapointed.
It is always a sign of a good drama when it can make you feel all the emotions : anger, sadness, laughter and everything in between.
I highly recommend you see it, just remember times were different in 2011 ;)
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Awesome!
I'm still hungover from this series, so if I rave too much, just bare with me for a second. Once I started this series, I couldn't stop! The story was sad, made me mad, had me giggling. So many emotions, from the one scene to the next.And the action started in the first 10 min.
I started watching it because of my favorite actor, (I've been watching all of his dramas) and man oh man! I was not disappointed. Phew! If you are into one sexy bad ass male lead and romance, this is it!!!
For me the acting was excellent. Maybe cause I was too busy swooning over the male lead but oh well, I regret nothing.
The male lead was cool and calm, cunning and sophisticated. I absolutely loved his fashion sense.
The female lead was feisty and sometimes also sweet and innocent, even though she put up a front of being tough and stronger than most. Then again, she obviously is with all she had been through. She had a tough life, but she made it out a better person. And she's pretty. In some roles the supporting actress is prettier than the main, but not in this one.
The rest of the cast was also really good with their acting. In some dramas you will find that one or two of the actors shouldn't have been playing that role. Not this one. They all fit their parts perfectly. Very well done.
The plot: Revenge and a splash of romance is the main theme. People who abandon their morals for wealth and abuse of power. I also loved the music.
The ending? Phew what to say? Maybe something like: my heart stopped for a second? I am giving this a perfect 10, cause I personally couldn't find anything wrong. Wishing for another one like this.
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