Really great drama even if the last 2 or 3 episodes were a bit of a step down, the first ones were top-tier. Overall, I enjoyed everything, the world is captivating and has plenty of room to be expanded if we get a second season. The acting was spot on, and the sound design and soundtrack were perfectly fitted to the show. But what surprised me the most was the cinematography right from episode one. The color palette, camera angles, lighting choices, it was an absolute treat to watch.
That said, I was a bit disappointed that the ending boiled down to a big boss fight (which wasn't always shot super well), instead of keeping that great mix of action / horror, and a more cerebral approach to problem solving like in the beginning.
Must say i don't really understand the harsh criticizm on the depth of the character, they're not as badly written as some claim... espacially when when compared to most of the recent K-dramas.
Beautiful writing completely ruined by a terrible pace. I really liked the characters and their dynamic, and the show has a great aesthetic, but for me, the pacing made it painful to watch—I wanted to drop it almost every single episode.
I can't bring myself to give it less than a 7/10 because of its obvious qualities, but it's a K-Drama I will absolutely never rewatch. To be honest i was just glad to finally finish it, it took me almost a month to get through it.
Rewatched it for the first time 10 years later, and I couldn't remember a single thing. I have to say, it’s one of those K-dramas that has actually aged quite well. The first half is incredible—you get completely invested emotionally in the revenge plot, and the tension is palpable. However, in the second half, once the revenge and secret identity tropes fall apart, things become a lot less thrilling. The show gets pretty watered down, falling back into the usual clichés of that era's dramas, which is a real shame. Excellent first half, but a rather boring second half.
I’m at episode 6 and I must say I'm struggling with this one. Even though I like the humor, I feel like the show doesn't really know where it’s going. Too many random things are happening. The first two episodes were really good, but since then, it’s been a bit too chaotic (not sure if that's the word I was looking for).
Maybe to you, Albert Einstein's cousin, this K-drama is pretty weak, but for those of us who like it, it's because…
99% of the kdrama YOU watch are just pure entertainment. And if you find most of the dramas boring (factually false), it should be mine to ask you why you are on this page lmao, everything u saying doesn't make sense, drop it Rose, u ridiculise yourself more and more. Took you one month to comme back with an answer just to say this XD
Maybe to you, Albert Einstein's cousin, this K-drama is pretty weak, but for those of us who like it, it's because…
Nah, I actually like using my brain, you should try it sometime instead of whining to people who make valid criticisms about a show.
And who said braindead writing is the new standard of quality? Lady RoseButterfly? You're not winning this argument, just drop it. You have nothing relevant to say.
Well, it’s nothing to write home about. The kind of drama where everything is picture-perfect—everyone is rich, gorgeous, and powerful, surrounded by beautiful golden palaces with royal political intrigue... I got tired of it real quick. It's impossible to connect with characters like that. On top of that, I found the chemistry between the leads pretty average despite the excellent cast. I fell for the hype, but at the end of the day, it's just your typical, flat rom-com that leans way too hard into female fantasy.
From what i've heard they planned to have a slight romance developping between Jin I Su and Park Ji Hyun, that's why they added romance in the tag. But since the actress is not returning and we got an all new character, it's unlikely to have romance
Need this season 2 ASAP, because the way they ended season 1 was unacceptable. Ending it with that interrupted last sentence... wtf... and a lot of people were defending it because "it's not a rom-com" lol, how is that even relevant?
Decent K-drama, but that's about it. The romance lacks depth, and the body possession theme kinda ruined the whole show... It was way more entertaining when they were working together instead of just having the main lead disappear when his body was possessed. I didn't like the final plot twist either. AND THIS USELESS LOVE TRIANGLE !
I was very pleasantly surprised. To be honest, I found the drama to be very good overall, despite a few slow moments here and there, but it was really the last three episodes that took it to another level. K-dramas tend to start strong and lose steam as they approach the end. Their endings are also often basic and lacking any real intensity. But here, the show saved its most intense moments for the final episodes; it was an emotional rollercoaster, and I couldn't have imagined a better conclusion.
Last week of this amazing K-drama — I’m really going to miss it. I truly hope we’ll get a kiss between Dong…
Don't get your hopes up, my friend. The screenwriter is incredibly talented, but unfortunately, she loves teasing us with romances that aren't really romances and never lead anywhere. With only one episode left, we’re clearly heading toward that kind of ending, as usual for her.
Maybe to you, Albert Einstein's cousin, this K-drama is pretty weak, but for those of us who like it, it's because…
You do realize you literally prove my point, right? You're basically admitting you just have low expectations. And that condescending "Albert Einstein's cousin" remark? It just makes you look dumb lol. When I criticize a show, I actually back it up with points (which I did). I don't just resort to cheap personal attacks.
That said, I was a bit disappointed that the ending boiled down to a big boss fight (which wasn't always shot super well), instead of keeping that great mix of action / horror, and a more cerebral approach to problem solving like in the beginning.
Must say i don't really understand the harsh criticizm on the depth of the character, they're not as badly written as some claim... espacially when when compared to most of the recent K-dramas.
I can't bring myself to give it less than a 7/10 because of its obvious qualities, but it's a K-Drama I will absolutely never rewatch. To be honest i was just glad to finally finish it, it took me almost a month to get through it.
And who said braindead writing is the new standard of quality? Lady RoseButterfly? You're not winning this argument, just drop it. You have nothing relevant to say.