It’s nothing wrong with liking this drama..many do it but not everyone says or or rate it …it was one of favorite…
I also thought it could be an age difference thing. And that actually seems to be a common factor in a lot of reviews I come across on MDL, which makes total sense of course. Our opinions come from our individual perspectives and experiences. I think my age also made it hard for me to like shows like Alchemy of Souls or Bride of Habaek… even school themed dramas are getting harder for me to relate to.
Yeah I have to admit this drama really stole my heart away… and I especially appreciate the FL’s obsession with whales! They are indeed wonderful creatures 🐳
You know, with a (MUCH) better script this would actually be a pretty good drama. Visuals are great, the acting really isn’t half bad, and Dai Guo Zheng who plays the ML is honestly among the most attractive chinese actors I’ve seen. But the cheesiness, toxic characters, and terrible ending had me saying “wtf” to my screen lol.
Like others have said, its actually enjoyable until around episode 7… then it loses its rom-com vibe and delves into some awful writing. Too bad since some characters were lovable.
Easy watch and enjoyable cast. Plenty of cliches but I’ve never been one to shy away from that. If I have any criticism its that fact that she’s considered “ugly” just because of her glasses and “bad” skin…. As someone with a history of genetic/hormonal acne that kinda sucks lol. But I guess it makes sense for S. Korea because they put such a strong emphasis on perfect skin as a beauty standard.
This is one of the better dramas I’ve watched of late, definitely one for the books. The slow but genuine romantic development between the two leads is MUAH! Chef’s kiss! Especially the way they communicate their way through their differences…
Occasionally I find myself wanting to rewatch this just for the heck of it lol. A masterpiece? Not at all. But it has that “classic kdrama” feel that I find comforting.
As a webtoon reader I can tell you that almost all adaptations are not it lol, it just kind of ruins the world in your mind. (Just as movies are to books.) Itaewon class was probably my favorite from this list, I’ve yet to watch Taxi Driver and Sweet Home….
Also D.P. is a webtoon? Didn’t know that.