There's a lot this drama teaches you about life. It seriously made me think and cherish those around me so much…
While I agree with you that it seems rather sudden, it's the ring imprint that made Ban Do realize why they came back. In fact, normally if you wear wedding bands for a long time, you'll end up having some kind of white spot where the sun doesn't tan the skin, and if you take it off, it'll leave a mark, but only for about two days or so. But he realized that they both had the ring 'imprints' even weeks after they arrived, as if the ring was still there but 'invisible' of sorts? And when he asked Jin Joo how long she had the mark, she also said 'since I came here', so he figured it was about getting the rings back and putting them in the place they belonged. Anyway, your comment is so true, it really teaches you about life and the importance of your loved ones :)
Alright, so I finished and I have to say that this drama is absolutely beautiful. The final episode had me in tears and yet this drama managed to lift a heavy weight of my heart for some reason. There are so many life-lessons hidden in this gem and I cannot applaud everyone involved in this project enough. I was hesitant to watch it, because of 'emergency couple' and I didn't like the premise, but I am so so so glad I gave this a chance. If you're hesitating, watch the first couple of episodes, and you'll most likely be captivated. I love how there are really no malicious characters in this drama (except for maybe our 'Dr.'), and especially the second leads were a saving grace. While there is definitely romance, this drama is actually more about family in all shapes and forms. A. 9/10 in my books for now.
I am at episode 6 and I am seriously developing SLS, especially for Nam Gil, but I also like the ballerina. I think it's obvious how the drama is going to end, but I am really curious how they will turn it around without it seeming too forced. And I need Jang Ki Yong in a leading role asap, that guy stole my heart!
Omg thank you for that comment! I would have missed it if it wasn't for you. I have hearts in my eyes now, ahhhhh. I was wondering what happened to her, so happy now, omg! I want a second season or special *O*
I just finished this great drama, and I can say I enjoyed every second of it. I think it might be one of my 2017 favorites! While 'Queen In Hyun's man' is still my favorite time-travel romance, 'Live up to your Name' comes pretty close to it. The story, writing and characters make the drama worth its while. It is quite interesting to see a drama that shows both Eastern and Western medicine come together. I especially appreciated how realistically they portrayed the sentiments and confusion that must come with a delicate subject like time travel. I feel like in shows with lacking writing, it can be a stretch, but I never felt that way in this drama. Secondly, it is neither a 'love at first sight' nor a 'hate to love' kind of romance. It very clearly shows the transition and growth of their feelings. There are parts that are hilarious, others are heartbreaking, but overall I simply felt inspired and thankful for this drama. 9/10 from me for now.
Totally agree with you on those two dramas, although I thought the ending episodes of Chicago Typewriter were…
Ah, I found my comment on the series again, and I also said the last three episodes were the best. I just remember I didn't like the kidnapping subplot near the end of the series in the modern times, it was annoying. But the last episodes in the 'old times' were really the best, I agree on that.
This year has been really great for serious crime, detective, law, thriller, or mystery dramas, but a horrible…
Absolutely right. Age of Youth 2 was my favorite comedy with romance, although it cannot be seen as your typical romcom. Fight For My Way was pretty decent, had flaws as well though. Because this is my first life was nice, not very funny, though. That's about it for romance :(
Yooooo. I agreed with most of the reasoning for why you dropped them. I did, however, finish 'Suspicious Partner'…
I think it's a good mindset to have, wanting to know more about the history. It makes those kind of dramas so much more valuable! Personally I must say I've never understood the fast forward buttons etc. I never skip scenes, either. If there is a drama where I feel I need to skip scenes, I drop it. Waste of time. I agree with you on 2017 being very divided. Many dramas started off so strong and then fuzzled out into a real disappointment. Strong Woman Do Bong Soon was such a case for me unfortunately. Oh well, let's really hope for 2018!
I can only speak for those I have seen, which are five of the list. I agree that Temperature of Love and Suspicious partner were not as good as they could have been. Even 'while you were sleeping' had its weak points although I did enjoy it a lot. I have to disagree with 'Chicago Typewriter' and, especially' Romantic Doctor, Teacher Kim'. Those were two really good dramas. I agree with you that the character dynamics in the past were much more interesting in Chicago T., and his hairstyle WAS terrible, but they even explained in the first episode why he basically goes bald lol
Anyway, Romantic Doctor, Teacher Kim: I think you should give it another chance. While it is not in my Top 10, it's a very good drama, with chemistry to reach the moon, and very, very good writing and character dynamics. All the characters are equally broken, while trying to uphold their dignity and sometimes miserably failing. There are definitely flaws, I thought the medical aspect was sometimes overwhelming and I wished for more focus on the character's pasts, but it is a truly inspiring drama, I believe.
Okay, so I just finished the final episode of a drama that became like an obsession to me in the past two months…
First of all: The first 20 minutes were just all over the place. How did he abduct her in the first place?? How could Ma Yi Deum fall for his stupid lies? How did the warehouse where she was kept suddenly end up RIGHT NEXT to where they were meeting when before, Yeo went to an entirely different neighborhood (or at least it seemed that way, otherwise they could have shared a car, duh). How could they not all die from the flames and the smoke? Someone who nearly died in a fire does NOT wake up with perfect hair and not a single flock of ash on her face. We were taught that you only have to take three breaths of fire smoke, and you'd die from toxic gas. You wouldn't even survive 60 seconds, even if the flames don't reach you. But whatever, this is dramaland I guess. Then, I was SO happy her mother didn't instantly recover her memories because that would have been so cliché..... and then the courtroom, SUDDENLY she remembers. WHY. It made no sense. It was unnecessary. URGH. Then.... death sentence. Really?? Even if in South Korea death sentence doesn't actually mean you'll get executed, it was conveyed in such a bad way. I would have almost preferred his suicide, at least if they had written it in a better way. He wanted to die anyway. Why didn't he commit suicide in prison?? I think they tried to make him look a bit crazy, but they didn't quite succeed. It was just never clear enough. Then, the romance. Okay, so.... they go like: 'Hey, it's been a year', but apparently she sent him text at night all the time? And he doesn't reply, even though Yeo is quite obviously head over heels for her? Now, then the drinking scene. I admit, it's a funny idea to switch their roles. BUT, a HUGE but. 1. Yeo doesn't seem drunk. At all. 2. If he was drunk, he wouldn't be able to remember and play back everything she said to him in the exact wording. 3. Since he cannot really be drunk, it doesn't make sense for him to fall back and pass out after this kiss. I was waiting for him to get up, completely sober, and be like: 'payback for last time', and then kiss her again, because it would have been the only scenario that made sense. I am so so so disappointed. My ship sailed but I feel like I was cheated. It was cringe-worthy. And now I'll go and cry myself to sleep by such incompetence....
Okay, so I just finished the final episode of a drama that became like an obsession to me in the past two months or so, and I am like: What the heck did I just watch? the final episode was a MESS. Like, honestly, did the writers come down with a flu and they asked the intern to take over? Because there is no other way I can explain how much the final episode disappointed me. I get they tried to tie all loose ends, but that was simply not the way to do it. The big final was so not gripping, the storytelling not-coherent, the showdown at court made no sense, and the romance, while funny, was RIDICULOUS. I will explain why in a spoiler post. Can we please just rewind and have a new finale?? :((
I am seriously sad, the first 7 or so episodes where the BOMB, but then it started to slowly go downhill and be filled with the clichés we so much hate. There were a couple of ingenious lines, but that was it. I was about to give it a 9, but it dropped to a 7 or so in my books after that last episode. Sadness...
Unfortunately it seems to be true. Most actors keep pushing the date ahead as long as possible, and he has been…
what, honestly?? no season 3?? No wayyy, I am so disappointed. The hope was all that kept me going. Ahhhh, heartbroken. :(( well, I mean, things can always change, right? If the director said it definitely it would be more definite. We should not give up hope. And I looked it up, and it says that Korean men between 18 and 35 have to serve in the military. However, I am not sure how often they can push back the drafting notice. What a bummer. Let's hope and pray ;'(
Does anyone know if he's completed his military service? Ssomeone on the Age of Youth 2 thread said that he still…
Unfortunately it seems to be true. Most actors keep pushing the date ahead as long as possible, and he has been in theatre productions every year since 2009, so there was no time for military service. Correct me if I am wrong, but I think they need to enter the military when they reach age 30, so there is probably no more way out. If we're very lucky they might pre-produce Age of Youth 3 before him entering military service. I really hope so. I agree with you, if Son Seung Won doesn't join the cast for AOY3, it would be all in vain. Imagine, even worse, they replaced Sungmin's actor like they did previously, I couldn't enjoy it :(
Yes it is and the rate should be much lower, because people may mistook it as an good, ambitious title.
Everyone is entitled to their own opinion. I've watched about 100+ dramas, and this one is still in my top 5. It's a great show for many, when it first aired, it was one of a kind in many aspects. Overall shows nowadays have become much better production wise, etc. but even so, they don't grip me the way city hunter did, and I've rewatched it many times. Unfortunately it was still in the times of the wallflower kisses, but other than that, it beats most newer dramas
Messing with our feelings using parents and/or grandparents is never okay. Ahhhh, my poor heart. MOM, I LOVE YOU!!
Anyway, your comment is so true, it really teaches you about life and the importance of your loved ones :)
I agree with you on 2017 being very divided. Many dramas started off so strong and then fuzzled out into a real disappointment. Strong Woman Do Bong Soon was such a case for me unfortunately. Oh well, let's really hope for 2018!
Anyway, Romantic Doctor, Teacher Kim: I think you should give it another chance. While it is not in my Top 10, it's a very good drama, with chemistry to reach the moon, and very, very good writing and character dynamics. All the characters are equally broken, while trying to uphold their dignity and sometimes miserably failing. There are definitely flaws, I thought the medical aspect was sometimes overwhelming and I wished for more focus on the character's pasts, but it is a truly inspiring drama, I believe.
Then, I was SO happy her mother didn't instantly recover her memories because that would have been so cliché..... and then the courtroom, SUDDENLY she remembers. WHY. It made no sense. It was unnecessary. URGH.
Then.... death sentence. Really?? Even if in South Korea death sentence doesn't actually mean you'll get executed, it was conveyed in such a bad way. I would have almost preferred his suicide, at least if they had written it in a better way. He wanted to die anyway. Why didn't he commit suicide in prison?? I think they tried to make him look a bit crazy, but they didn't quite succeed. It was just never clear enough.
Then, the romance. Okay, so.... they go like: 'Hey, it's been a year', but apparently she sent him text at night all the time? And he doesn't reply, even though Yeo is quite obviously head over heels for her? Now, then the drinking scene. I admit, it's a funny idea to switch their roles. BUT, a HUGE but. 1. Yeo doesn't seem drunk. At all. 2. If he was drunk, he wouldn't be able to remember and play back everything she said to him in the exact wording. 3. Since he cannot really be drunk, it doesn't make sense for him to fall back and pass out after this kiss. I was waiting for him to get up, completely sober, and be like: 'payback for last time', and then kiss her again, because it would have been the only scenario that made sense. I am so so so disappointed. My ship sailed but I feel like I was cheated. It was cringe-worthy. And now I'll go and cry myself to sleep by such incompetence....
I am seriously sad, the first 7 or so episodes where the BOMB, but then it started to slowly go downhill and be filled with the clichés we so much hate. There were a couple of ingenious lines, but that was it. I was about to give it a 9, but it dropped to a 7 or so in my books after that last episode. Sadness...