a captivating watch!
When I first heard about this show, I immediately thought it wasn't it for me. This was because I'm not a fan of melodrama or shows revolving around infidelity + I wasn't familiar with the cast. However, as the show progressed and received very high ratings, I couldn't help but feel the need to start it. After just one episode, I was completely hooked. Despite feeling my blood boil, I couldn't help but crave for more. The World Of Married is very carefully written and is a complete masterpiece. It shows the dark side of reality and holds very flawed characters. These last 8 episodes have held more substance than 95% of full-length asian dramas I have seen. Each episode is a rollercoaster of emotions and will leave you thinking. No show has ever messed with my emotions in this manner! I am in absolute awe of how the writers managed to execute this show. I am writing this review at the show's half-point of airing, and to be honest, I really have no idea what these next 8 episodes are about to hold...All the characters in the drama are very raw, and really show how humans may behave when driven by anger and revenge. It really made me realize how people with the most seemingly perfect lives can become insane in a matter of seconds. The show also made me think about real life and wonder how traumatic cheating can be for some women and children. The writers of this show really managed to create a very thought-provoking drama!
Overall, I would recommend this if you are a fan of psychological mature shows. It is a heavy watch, and I think you need to be in the right mood to enjoy it. Some people were left too enraged and ended up dropping it, so be cautious of that!
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If you want a wake up call and face reality away from all the drool and ogling then this the drama to watch. If you are looking for eye candy i suggest you look for Lee Min Ho 's current drama. I bet there is a lot of eye candy there.
So if you are into mature real life drama then grab a box of tissues and a tub of ice cream. I think my heart stopped numerous times watching just these 3 episodes and i know there is more heartbreak in store for me.
I will be updating this post as my binge watch progresses. I will not start a new review all together.
Enjoy...oops better i say watch your heart and remember to pick up your jaw from the ground. These 3 episodes had my jaw locked in open position.
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I like everything about this drama, their camera angle, cinematography, edting skills, acting etc. are all perfect. This deserved many awards in the future especially Kim hee ae, she always amazing in every drama!!!
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a gripping and chaotic story.
watched this with mom and she's so picky, but she was hooked! and honestly me too.While I was a bit hesitant in the beginning, I was receiving a couple of confusing vibes from it, it felt like it was going in circles longer than it was necessary, but then started progressing in an interesting and well structured pace so while I kept watching and enjoying it more and more, then I found myself loving the dialogues and how well and intricate the scenes looked and felt as a whole, everything was calculated and had a purpose, so it was an effective development between the story and the characters.
The themes were very interesting and while some people may find it a bit niche in the end I think it leaves a mark, in the way relationships and break ups can have a huge impact and it's like a butterfly effect, and when there are kids and a family in the middle of a transitional period it can be very tricky to manage, revenge, power, egos, trust and personal habits can get in the way, and if those involved get blindsided... things can quickly go wrong and turn dangerous, it made me think about how important is to choose our families and our close community who are meant to be a support, it was complex and it was showcased in a very interesting and nuanced way, I really liked it.
Cinematography, music, and acting were truly so good, from the colorful sceneries to the rough winter scenes, the styling and settings, the beautiful somber music and everyone who worked hard to convey their characters, bravo.
It all came together and while this may not be a story for everyone, I found it gripping and suspenseful, i think it's worth watching and really enjoyable, I'll recommend this in the future.
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One of those shows that keeps you guessing where else this could possibly go
Almost took 0.5 stars off for the ending, but the rest of the story is just so juicy, I can't. One of those shows that keeps you guessing where else this could possibly go, especially since the first episode ends where you'd expect a whole show to end. Great show, so many twists and turns, great main character, villains you will despise. God, I hate the son's character, though.Was this review helpful to you?
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entendo pq impactou tanto a Korea
Brabissimo, porém achei o final meio paia (literalmente só o final, tipo os últimos 20 min do último ep)Acredito que não assistiria de novo, até pq muito da essência desse drama esta no suspense. Principalmente em como a doutora Ji vai lidar com cada situação. Eu particularmente, só reassisto conteúdo por apego emocional, coisa que não tenho pelos personagens desse drama, até pq o intuito é deles serem bem realistas, nada muito afável. a única relação a qual me importei foi da doutora e da jovem que ajudava ela, quase que mãe e filha, mas até essa relação não foi nutrida (novamente, pq o intuito é ser mais realista e menos romantizado, como em muitos outros dramas)
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Sooo I finally watched this one! Let's say that EVERYONE around me recommended it, and well, it had huge ratings!I had high expectations because of this, and overall it was an enjoyable drama. I got out of my comfort zone -as I never cared a lot about the family, romance, melodramatic content..- but this one was definitely worth it for starters.
This show really got on my nerves, I couldn't stand most of the characters (to not say any). But, I'm glad things got better by the final episodes and Sunwoo got the peace of mind she deserved (well, in the last scene literally). Also, glad that her friends got their happy endings!
I did get annoyed @ the writers because many things felt too unreal to be true. I mean, I know Korea is indeed a conservative nation but I hardly think people are THIS opposed to the idea of a couple divorcing, right? Plus, we get to see the trope of the child being forced not to see his other side of the family because their parents get divorced, which is ridiculous...
And speaking of their son (Joonyoung), I literally hated him so much. You can't be this naive, you're a grown up already! He just.. completely ignored the fact that his dad was abusive and hated his mom just 'cause she was a little overprotective. What the hell? And then.. he just changed his mind one second to another because his father hit him, then going back to his mom just like that..? Their parents were too good on him honestly. I would've lost my shit, I swear.
But again, he did have some good character development, so I'm happy with that.
I ended up pitying Tae-Oh. Which is weird because he is an awful person. I'm glad Dakyung moved on, though it doesn't seem like she actually learned anything at all, lmao. But I guess to each their own. We never got to see what happened with their baby, though. Lol.
I'm sad we didn't see Hyunseo in the last episodes, I wish she had continued her relationship with Sunwoo because they make a great team (-also, such a relief to know that her toxic ex boyfriend is rotting in hell!).
And finally, about Yoonki, I'm actually happy that he didn't end up with Sunwoo. I mean, it looks like they would be an awesome couple, but I think what Sunwoo needed the most was to love herself and not depend on other people to feel enough. Ultimately, I think that's the message the staff behind The World of the Married wanted to give: marrying isn't the only option you have in life. You don't need a person next to you to feel fulfilled. You ARE enough!
8.5/10
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Amazing, so much drama...
I've been watching dramas for several years, but it's been a long time since I felt so excited watching each episode. When one ended, I couldn't wait to see the next one. Because it really is an incredible drama, with great characters that generate good and bad feelings in you equally. And if we stop to think about it, a story like this can really happen in real life, and I'm sure it has happened to many. The way the protagonist managed to manipulate his partners and do what he wanted is impressive. And the ending shows you that you can't always get what you want, and that you always pay the consequences. Although I don't want to give spoilers, there is one consequence that the protagonist never paid. Even so, I really enjoyed this drama and could definitely recommend it to everyone. You'll experience tension and drama in each episode. But if I have to say something bad, it's that there is perhaps some filler in the episodes and the secondary couple was very awkward throughout the drama. But other than that, I think it's a great drama that should be put on international platforms so that everyone can enjoy it.
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The way in which this whole drama was structured is simply impeccable, all the cases were connected in some way at all times and it was extremely important to understand the end of it as unexpectedly.The big move was that during the divorce process, both had a moment when one was on top and the other was underneath, which was just when one of them was in possession of his son. And it took both of them to be down for the hell to end once and for all.
The married world has shown in different perspectives through its couples that the consequences of a divorce are the result of their own choices
PERFECT!!
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The craziest thing I had ever seen at the time
I had the pleasure of watching this as it was airing, and the thrill of it all was insane. The line delivery, the things the characters said and did, many of which were extremely shocking for me at the time, I could not have predicted. This drama did so well that the lead actress won a best actress award for that year, and it also made dramas of this genre gain more popularity. If you haven't watched this yet and are lucky enough to have seen no spoilers, do watch it. Although I will say, the ending is a bit frustrating...it's somewhat of a cliffhanger.Was this review helpful to you?
Can be triggering
So I wont lie this drama had me very wound up emotionally so kudos to the director and the amazing actors.At first I cheered on our beleaguered FL, Ji Sun Woo, played by the talented Kim He Ae. Later I had misgivings because of the effect the toxic actions of this couple were having on their son.
Bad behaviour aplenty from the ML, Lee Tae Oh played by Park Hae Joon. He managed to look quite ugly and scary as befitting his anger and hatred.
It is unfortunate that often divorce can bring out the all of the unresolved character weaknesses in individuals and this is ably demonstrated by the ML. He is torn between his needs and lashes out destructively. The FL uses her intellect and resolve to counter attack and the tensions are through the roof.
Also portrayed very well is the supporting ensemble being swayed by who to support. As is often the case friends tend to pick the winning side in divorce matters and this is shown as they vacillate between the the two.
Clever editing. cliff hanger episode endings and a fairly aggressive soundtrack heighten the drama. Not one for the soft hearted.
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