TanyaKushnir
Ukraine
1. I've previously watched Itazura na Kiss and the anime version (I prefer to watch the original adaptions or adoptions from the countries where the stories were created). And Itazura na kiss became one of my favorite dramas.
2. I love the chemistry between Aom & Mike
What I liked:
The acting was top notch. Aom & Mike always have memorable kisses, this show is no exception.
Taliw is definitely more likable and has a bit higher self-esteem, which is always a plus. Her personality is completely different from the Japanese version, which I’m sure a lot of people will appreciate (not me personally but I know others will).
There are some really adorable bonding scenes with Taliw and TenTen’s younger brother.
Taliw’s friends in this version actually care for her and aren’t annoying and air-headed.
Most of the characters seem to respect other’s decisions and are not judging or pressuring, which I found very nice and refreshing.
Why the low ratings:
I came for the storyline and the characters to find out that the story is twisted beyond recognition.
I loved the original storyline since it reminded me of beauty of the beast. His behavior is monstrous and she brought out the good in him, they balanced each other out. Yes, he was crueler in the other adaptions, but it was also more obvious that he loved her compared to this one IMO. Even though Tenten’s supposedly nicer, in this adaption I never came to understand his reasons for being mean.
The pace with which the plot evolved was ridiculous. At one point between their birthdays it seemed like an episode went missing - there were only a few scenes in between. That was a bit confusing. Also, I miss the after “happy ever after part”.
Although I don’t miss Taliw’s character being clumsy and it’s not that I want her to be stupid, but…
if you keep calling the lead dumb, you better make her dumb. It really gets me, Taliw didn’t seem stupid at all (yeah, she’s not very good at her studies but that’s about it). The same with Tenten - there weren’t much scenes showing off his IQ. These traits are their hallmark traits. This is something the director had to Show the audience not Tell and expect to be accepted as given.
The humor that made my stomach hurt; the emotional rollercoaster thanks to the stupidity & low EQ of main character; the mother, my favorite side character EVER – all gone.
If you watched the other versions and liked the plot but were not satisfied with the main characters you’ll love this show. If you’re looking for something extremely similar to the previous remakes you’re bound to be disappointed.
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A drama where the story just gets better and better
Everything about this drama is different and that's why I loved it.The show starts out good. Then it gets crazy and a bit random. Somewhere past midpoint each episode just gets funnier and better. The last two episodes were just perfect. So give it a try if the first few episodes didn't seem like your cup of tea or confusing.
A lot of dramas have a great start but drag towards the end. I think this is the first drama for me where, towards the end, I genuinely enjoyed each episode more than the previous one and not because of "happy ending" or completion of storylines, but because to me the episodes were better directed and better in content.
I especially appreciated the casting of the minor characters.
The OST is unique and even some songs are hilarious.
If you're bored of the same story tropes and characters and if you want to have a good laugh I strongly recommend this drama.
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I never skip scenes, and after watching the whole drama let me tell you: starting from the middle, feel free to skip. This being said, I love the beautiful love story.
The leads (and the rest) lack in the personality department, even though the chemistry is there.
The OST is beautiful, classical music and a lot of piano, but the lack of action in the drama, makes it a constant battle against sleep.
Love challenged with a never-ending train of formidable obsticles.
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Not the best editing imo, but I didn't mind.
I don't know if I'm biased. One one "hand mother and child" topic is dear to my taste, one the other - it makes me even more demanding about the drama.
Special thanks to the crew for proper research on the subject. Such an oddity for the people involved in the creation of a drama to actually do their homework. Very educational. Accurate representation of the people's reactions, very realistic not black-and- white characters but rather individuals - a breath of fresh air.
I appreciated that the drama covered several controversial issues. The doctor is a character I look up to. Even if he clearly disagrees on an issue, he fully respects the mother's choice whatever it may be. People have no right to judge a woman's decision concerning pregnancy and birth. We need more people with such a viewpoint in our society.
Low rewatch value since I had a strong emotional responce while watching it and will remember it quite clearly, so no point in rewatching. Many feels.
If you can't stand lack of comedy in drama, you may find this show boring, in such case I advise you skip this drama.
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