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Riveting and redeeming
I loved this drama. The storytelling is top notch and the cast was well chosen. The veterans stood shone brightly, well supporter by a younger cast eager to prove their mettle. I enjoyed how the cast were honest and believable in their portrayals, without overacting or overbrooding. The direction was good and while some may feel the pace is slow, I would say it allows us to savour the plot and appreciate the witty and beautiful script. No wonder this drama is one of the highest ranking drama on Douban.Was this review helpful to you?
30-sai made Dotei Da to Mahotsukai ni Nareru rashii
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Worth rewatching
I am biased because I have completely fallen for Eiji Akaso. He is too adorable and acts so well in this drama. I like the fact that unlike other BL that can sometimes be too physical (not that I’m complaining), this plot is more about the inner thoughts and the journey to self awakening. Some will say it is for those still in the closet, or for highly introverted. For me this is very engaging because it was like taking a walk down memory lane to my 1st relationship. I like the scripting of the show very much. Very refreshing indeed.Was this review helpful to you?
Bromance in 14 century
The greed of the powerful is insatiable. Amidst the political treachery and historical legends, the plot revolves around fictional characters who try to break their unbreakable bonds resulting in more bloodshed and mess. Each one is searching for recognition or revenge and all succumb in the end to emotion and loyalty. A wonderful drama which had me shipping all the male leads. When they look into each others eyes you can sense their bromance and camaraderie, but I just want them to hug and kiss and say saranhaeyo! This is the 1st time I am watching Yang Se Jong drama and I can’t wait to see more of his other works. He used his real long hair too and he looks so fine in this historical drama.Was this review helpful to you?
Riveting, refreshing, must watch
A drama spanning over 20 years, a riveting tale of a humble fishmonger, who at first was driven by desperation to save his livelihood, succumbs to a beating from lowly market hooligans, but by a twist of fate gets entangled in a brilliant web of deceit, honor and treachery. He befriends a strait laced policeman, and they get off on a good start.However, as the tale unfolds, the fishmonger becomes enticed by both fate and temptation. At first his priority was to his family, for survival, and to do the right honorable thing.
A masterpiece by the scriptwriter, the fishmonger gets into more trouble and eventually capitulates and walks to the dark side. I am now on episode 14 and every so often I hold my breath, marveling how the script is so precisely worded and how it makes a dramatic turn when you least expect it.
Definitely a must watch, no wonder it has such high rating on douban.
The cast is stellar, the 2 male leads are exceptional. They bring me to stages of bromance, kinship and loyalty that is rare for any drama.
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