Do you have a love-hate relationship with the wrist grab trope? Are toxic male leads the bane of your drama-watching existence, their every interaction making you want to shake them for having the emotional maturity of a toddler?

This web series subtly dissects the formula of a typical romance kdrama by having the male lead reflect on his behavior through the lens of each emotion he picks up along the way, applying what he learns to the relationship he cultivates with the female lead. In the process, he has to face the consequences of his actions and choose to do better instead of falling into the trap of many male leads who act solely on their emotions as though being aggressive is somehow romantic. As a result, many common tropes are subverted both for comedy and for character growth. I have a personal appreciation for the way the wrist grab is used twice as a form of commentary on the trope.

Overall, Kiss Goblin is a beautiful exploration of human emotions and a fantastically wholesome romance! We love to see honest depictions of emotional health! It's all about that accountability, baby!