Love Destined By Fate

This might be a long-ish review, so bare with me :) for I have a lot to say about this amazing drama. While the leads are well-known and have gained popularity over time, this drama to me still feels underrated in the long term.

Story:
The story progressed well in terms of introducing all the characters within the show in the beginning and seeing each of theirs unfold towards the end and how they contributed to the overall story. I really enjoyed the relationship between Myung-hee and Hee-tae and how two were each other's 'love at first sight.' The lessons learned throughout this show is another reason as to why the story is well written and how beautiful this drama is. Myung-hee's persistence and compassionate attitude into helping others really shows how strong of an individual she is. She saw the importance in her family, but the cry for help for others and decided to help those who couldn't help themselves during a time of despair which is why I really loved Myung-hee. Hee-tae risked his life for the one he loved and showed how far love can someone to, his bright personality and strong will is a reason why he deserves 'best boy' <3.

Acting/Cast:
I am so glad they casted Lee Do-hyun and Go Min-si as the leads because of their great acting, you can really see the chemistry between the two and how well it was portrayed in the show. With the other leading and supporting roles such as Lee Sang-yi and Geum Sae-rok, their amazing acting really shines in the roles and we hope to see them star in other dramas. We can't forget about the iconic Kim Won-hae (Kim Hyun-cheol) for taking a role in this drama.

Music:
The OST for this drama was really nice, for a lot of the songs were just vocals and instrumentals.

Overall:
This is amazing melodrama hopefully continues to reserve the hype it deserves. From the beautiful cinematography to the outstanding chemistry between the leads, this drama will leave you with a bunch of emotion; for it definitely did for me. From gushing over the cute romance between the two, to crying over the tragic scenes that left me heartbroken, this drama really left an impact on me. I would highly recommend this drama to someone who's beginning to watch K-dramas, for the length of the drama is perfect and has a well written story overall. This would definitely hit home if you enjoy melodramas. Lastly, I would like to acknowledge the event that took place during this time. I know many friends and family lost loved ones and suffered during this time, with many victims still going missing till this day. Sending all the love towards these families that suffered the most from this event, for you will never be forgotten.

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"You're Just A Fan!"

This movie was a whole rollercoaster. It took a really dark turn and shows the life of fan culture.

Story: The overall message of the movie was there, exposing the real life of celebrities and the extent to which fans will go for their faves. It gives a more realistic point of view of how celebrities really are and how imperfect they are. This is because many of their life shown in the public isn't always what it seems. And the reality of fans and their attitudes towards their faves shouldn't be taken to a large extent. Jane is an example of obsessive fan culture and a victim of the unpretty personalities of celebrities. And I really liked how this movie approached it. On the other hand, many of the scenes were uncomfortable and unnecessary. In addition, I wish there was a better ending because we are unsure of what happens to Paulo after and the mother back in his house.

Acting/Cast: I've heard many great things about Charlie Dizon. She is still young and has acted in a variety of films. This is the first film I've seen her in and she did an amazing job. I also have never seen Paulo in a movie, but he is a well known face and name in the Filipino industry.

Overall: The acting throughout the film was consistent and great. There was no lack of emotion and an overall great performance by the cast. I just wish the story was more developed and not so confusing in some parts. But I would definitely recommend this to someone who wants to watch Filipino films for the first time or enjoy realistic messages about society and how they're portrayed in films.

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Doyoung Actor iktr

Let's be real... I watched this for Doyoung.

Story:
Because I didn't watch the previous season, the story was quite confusing to me. However, the ending does end up explaining the whole episode as well as the purpose of it. Through the story we observe different life lessons and see how Ji-woo responds to them. After reading synopsis of the episode, the overall message and purpose of the story becomes clearer; the future is an inevitable event that can open the doors to any possibility, however, a change in the present can change the patterns of the future. And the cafe is an example of those changes that can better or worsen an outcome for an individual.

Acting/Cast:
For Doyoung's first drama, I believe he did a great job. I'm no acting coach or professional in this field, but his acting seemed more scripted than natural. But, that is completely normal, for I think his acting will come more naturally as long as he's offered more acting gigs. The other lead had a more natural vibe since she is a rookie actress and has featured in some projects. The supporting actors were also great. But, I don't know if it's just me, or did the mom's acting seem more scripted? ToT I'm not sure if it was because of the character being played or if that's her acting style.. ToT

Music:
Go stream Doyoung's OST !!

Overall:
Like I said, after reading more summaries of the plot, it became easier to understand. In addition, the more I began to understand, the more the message of the episode hits more. I got quite sad because this type of feeling can be relatable for many; sometimes holding onto the past or looking forward for the future too much. If you're into time travelling, mind bending dramas, this one is perfect. Since it is a short series, it may be easy for many to finish. Most importantly, if you're an NCTzen, this is definitely something to check out since many NCTzens have wanted to see it. And stan NCT !!

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…With The Boy Next Door

Story: Overall a very funny, lighthearted, and short drama. The amount of misunderstandings people had about Gi-tae and Gyu-tae made me laugh. I also love the cameo Joy had in it and how Gyu-tae ended up dancing the Russian Roulette with her.

Acting/Cast: The casting of the leads were great. Got two well known names in the drama world and showed how they can perform well in quirky and funny shows. Loved Woo-shik in this because this is my first time seeing him play a more goofy character. The acting was made to be over exaggerated which didn’t ruin the flow of the story which was nice.

Overall: Since this is a very short drama, it can be something many K-drama watchers can cross off their list easily. If you are looking for something to pass the time in a short notice, this show is perfect to watch.

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"Truth and Justice Only by Law"

What an amazing legal and law drama !! If you enjoy shows like "How to Get Away With Murder," then you will sure love "Law School"

Story:
While I enjoyed the drama, the progression of the show lacked here and there. Some episodes were absolutely mind blowing and engaging, while others were too slow and all over the place. However, I really enjoyed how they introduced all the characters/members from the squad and how each had a type of role in the different trials that took place. In addition, I really enjoyed how they also focused on other issues regarding the law and apply it to this show, for many of these cases are events that have potentially happened in real life. The realistic approach it provided about law students and their struggles in law school steps away from the romanization of law school which I really liked, because many shows tend to romanticize difficult years in one's life. The student-teacher relationship was one of my favorites, for Prof. Yang would do anything to not only prove innocence of his students, but help them grow as future law professions. Along with how the students would also go the extra mile to help prove Prof. Yang's innocence when many didn't believe him.

Acting/Cast:
The casting for this drama was absolutely amazing !! They were able to get well known names such as Kim Beom, Lee Jun-eun, Ryu Hye-young, Lee David, and more to be casted. Everyone in this cast were phenomenal and their acting skills really showed and proved the diversity in the acting skills. I have grown a larger love for Ryu Hye-young and I hope to see her in future projects :)

Music:
You cannot tell me the intro goes so hard. I think that is one of the most iconic K-drama intros ever. "It's pulling me underrrr. It's driving me crazyyyy"

Overall:
I would definitely recommend this drama for those who enjoy slow burn dramas with crime and law in it. It gives more of a realistic portrayal on how law schools work and the reality of trials and cases.

"Law School" squad = best squad <3

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"Love Me To The Point You Want To Destroy The World For Me"

Doom is served... Here is my review on the beautiful drama about fate and how the fate of the world relies in the hands on the people living in it.

Story:
The flow of the story progressed well in the first eight episodes, however, it began to progress slowly later on. I really enjoyed how it was an enemies/strangers to lovers in the beginning, but when the two leads got together pretty fast, it felt as if there was nothing to look forward to. The love triangle between Ji-na, Hyun-kyu, and Joo-ik was the only thing I was still invested it ToT. On the other hand, I really like the overall message and plot of the drama. The conflicting feeling of sacrificing everything/everyone for the person you love or letting go the one you love to save others really makes you question about life and how you can apply a strong message like this to the world we live in today.

Acting/Cast:
I loved the cast in this drama. They really got Park Bo-young, the queen the fantasy dramas and Seo In-guk. The chemistry these two portrayed in the show was absolutely amazing and you can really see how well it was shown throughout the show. This was surprisingly the first drama I've seen In-guk in, but I know he is a popular actor and his acting didn't disappoint. I also liked seeing new faces such as Lee Soo-hyuk and Shin Do-hyun, I will know be obsessing over these two in their future projects ><

Music:
Hellooo??? The OSTs for this drama were absolutely golden. You had TXT, Baekhyun, Ailee, Gummy, Davichi, and more!! You can't go wrong with any of these artists and the OSTs obviously didn't disappoint.

Overall:
The cinematography to this drama was also very beautiful and is something to look forward to throughout the show. I would definitely recommend this drama to someone who enjoys fantasy dramas.

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