āļø Taking Flight After Letting Go
OVERALL IMPRESSIONš
I liked that this drama focused heavily on the FL ending her five-year secret relationship and pursuing her dream of becoming a captain. It was a sweet Female Empowerment/Regretful Ex romance with good chemistry, a capable FL and a patient ML who supported her without stealing her spotlight.
WHAT I LIKEDš
ā¢ The ex fitted perfectly into š„ **THE SCUMBAG MLāS GUIDE TO LOSING THE FL** š„āalso known as **The Chasing-Her Crematorium Cycle**: ā”ļø Neglect ā”ļø SFL Worship ā”ļø Humiliation ā”ļø Divorce/Separation ā”ļø Denial ā”ļø Panic ā”ļø Truth Revealed ā”ļø Regret ā”ļø Grovelling ā”ļø Redemption or Damnation.
ā¢ I loved the contrast between the FLās two relationships. She hid her genuine relationship because with a man that didnāt value her, only to announce a fake relationship with someone who truly loved her!
ā¢ The ML had patiently waited for his chance, and I found it adorable that all their classmates knew about his feelings while the FL remained completely unaware.
ā¢ When the ex returned begging for forgiveness, the ML allowed the FL to handle the situation herself. He only intervened when the ex became physical, showing that he respected her boundaries and trusted her to make her own decisions.
ā¢ The exās family treated her with contempt and blamed her for everything, while the MLās family immediately welcomed her with kindness and respect. Her ex allowed his friends to exclude her and spread rumours, whereas the ML proudly introduced her to everyone.
ā¢ Most importantly, throughout the years, the ML remained in the background while the FL achieved her dream through her own ability and hard work.
WHAT I DISLIKEDā ļø
ā¢ The ex trying to force himself on the FL was completely unacceptable. Their previous relationship did not give him any right to touch or intimidate herāit was still sexual harassment. I was glad the police became involved because far too many C-shorts excuse this behaviour or allow the man to escape without consequences.
ā¢ The SFL was unbelievably delusional. No matter how clearly the ex told her that he loved the FL and would never return to her, she continued throwing herself at him.
ā¢ Even worse, her jealousy drove her to sabotage an aeroplane, potentially endangering countless innocent lives. Her willingness to risk a tragedy merely because she felt threatened by the FLāand her complete lack of remorseāmade her especially disturbing.
PRODUCTION AND PERFORMANCESš
ā¢ The cast did a good job, and the chemistry between the leads was sweet and innocent. The story moved at a good pace without excessive monologues or prolonged abusive scenes, which made it much easier to enjoy than many similar dramas.
FINAL THOUGHTSš
I loved watching the FL leave behind a relationship that kept her hidden and finally choose herself, her career and a man who was proud to stand beside her. The ML waited patiently, respected her independence and allowed her to reach the top on her own merit. This was an enjoyable Female Empowerment/Regretful Ex drama that I can happily recommend.
I liked that this drama focused heavily on the FL ending her five-year secret relationship and pursuing her dream of becoming a captain. It was a sweet Female Empowerment/Regretful Ex romance with good chemistry, a capable FL and a patient ML who supported her without stealing her spotlight.
WHAT I LIKEDš
ā¢ The ex fitted perfectly into š„ **THE SCUMBAG MLāS GUIDE TO LOSING THE FL** š„āalso known as **The Chasing-Her Crematorium Cycle**: ā”ļø Neglect ā”ļø SFL Worship ā”ļø Humiliation ā”ļø Divorce/Separation ā”ļø Denial ā”ļø Panic ā”ļø Truth Revealed ā”ļø Regret ā”ļø Grovelling ā”ļø Redemption or Damnation.
ā¢ I loved the contrast between the FLās two relationships. She hid her genuine relationship because with a man that didnāt value her, only to announce a fake relationship with someone who truly loved her!
ā¢ The ML had patiently waited for his chance, and I found it adorable that all their classmates knew about his feelings while the FL remained completely unaware.
ā¢ When the ex returned begging for forgiveness, the ML allowed the FL to handle the situation herself. He only intervened when the ex became physical, showing that he respected her boundaries and trusted her to make her own decisions.
ā¢ The exās family treated her with contempt and blamed her for everything, while the MLās family immediately welcomed her with kindness and respect. Her ex allowed his friends to exclude her and spread rumours, whereas the ML proudly introduced her to everyone.
ā¢ Most importantly, throughout the years, the ML remained in the background while the FL achieved her dream through her own ability and hard work.
WHAT I DISLIKEDā ļø
ā¢ The ex trying to force himself on the FL was completely unacceptable. Their previous relationship did not give him any right to touch or intimidate herāit was still sexual harassment. I was glad the police became involved because far too many C-shorts excuse this behaviour or allow the man to escape without consequences.
ā¢ The SFL was unbelievably delusional. No matter how clearly the ex told her that he loved the FL and would never return to her, she continued throwing herself at him.
ā¢ Even worse, her jealousy drove her to sabotage an aeroplane, potentially endangering countless innocent lives. Her willingness to risk a tragedy merely because she felt threatened by the FLāand her complete lack of remorseāmade her especially disturbing.
PRODUCTION AND PERFORMANCESš
ā¢ The cast did a good job, and the chemistry between the leads was sweet and innocent. The story moved at a good pace without excessive monologues or prolonged abusive scenes, which made it much easier to enjoy than many similar dramas.
FINAL THOUGHTSš
I loved watching the FL leave behind a relationship that kept her hidden and finally choose herself, her career and a man who was proud to stand beside her. The ML waited patiently, respected her independence and allowed her to reach the top on her own merit. This was an enjoyable Female Empowerment/Regretful Ex drama that I can happily recommend.
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