Awful acting
Things I liked1 The FL. She's one of my favorite actresses. She's gorgeous and she plays comedy well. In this one though, liked is a strong word. I just don't want to say I disliked her, but it was limit. Playing cute all the time and scream so many times did my head in.
2 The premise. I liked the premise because it's fun and promised something different. The execution though, no that great.
Things I hated
1 The ML. Maybe he's a great actor and I'm being unfair, but to me it was impossible to watch him after a while. It was like I was watching a plastic person. I have no idea if he had plastic surgery or not, but he seemed like a plastic doll to me. When I read that he's cute and handsome, I wonder why I can't see any of these. Not to mention I don't think he's a good actor.
2 The FL friend. What an awful actress, playing cutesy and talk like a baby all time. Stupid and irritating to no end.
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Untalented ML
Things I liked1 I liked the actress who plays the FL. She's cute and even though I don't think she's the best actress out there, she isn't bad either.
2 Some of the other characters. I think the cast was quite good.
Things I hated
1 The ML. I tried so many times but he's truly one of the most untalented actors I've ever seen. I watched several dramas he's part of and the only one I could stomach is the My Secret Romance. It would also be better with another actor, but the FL did enough to make him bearable. In this one he's particularly bad and not endearing in any way.
2 The script is quite bad. Some lines are so cringe I was embarrassed for the actors.
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How to ruin a cute premise with an awful FL
Things I liked:The premise. It's not original, it has been done before, but it's fun and it could result to a great romantic comedy series. Spoiler alter. It didn't.
Things I disliked:
1 The SFL. Contrary to others I thought she wasn't a great actress and I didn't care for her character to be honest.
2 That there was no one I could rule for. Maybe it's the first time it happened.
3 The ending. It's not that I wanted her back with her ex, I wish she disappeared in think air anyway, but the whole romance ending was so underwhelming. Not romantic in the least. Actually, that's the issue I realize. This series was far from romantic, it didn't keep the promise the premise made.
Things I hated:
1 The FL lead. What the hell was that? Not only an awful actress, but also an awful character. Why the heck would I care about this person? She was a terrible friend, terrible employee and terrible girlfriend. The worse: she was a terrible romantic comedy heroine. I don't care about beauty. I've seen countless series and movies where I find the main characters unattractive, but they compensate with charm, wittiness, intelligence, something.
Here we have an unattractive woman who tries hard to pass for cute and charming. Well it didn't work and it irritated me beyond reason. Why the heck would they hire that person, the most unappealing I've ever seen? The role asked for a charming person who could dress well, have at least good hair and posture. Just someone who cared a bit. So I'd never recommend this series and I regret wasting my time.
2 The execution of the concept. They started with a promise they never kept. I didn't laugh once. I didn't care once. I didn't got moved once. Total failure and with this it took first place on my list with the worst dramas I've ever watched. Number 1 is claimed.
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Uncomfortable, borderline creepy
Why I dropped this series1 The FL was awful here and she didn't know how to act as a young woman so she made me me cringe a million times and I felt uncomfortable since she reminded me of a 12 years old. I also hated her voice to the point I wanted to mute her. This coming from someone who adores her in other series, rom coms and historical dramas. So weird that she made me feel this way here.
2 The ML. If that's what people find attractive these days, well, I have nothing to say. He wasn't attractive to me and not talented either. I didn't care about his character either.
3 No chemistry between the leads which is maybe a good thing since their relationship was creepy to me.
4 The message the series vehicles. Young women are stupid and it's fine. NO IT'S NOT.
5 Tried too hard to make us believe there was a story somewhere and characters with something to say. Guess what? Not if you're an adult.
6 I can't believe the same director who did Love is Sweet one of my favorite series did this crappy drama. On the other hand not everyone has the charm of Bai Lu and the ML is Love is Sweet. Funnily enough I hated this couple as much as i hated the 2nd couple in Love is Sweet. Same uncomfortable vibes.
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Too dark, too convoluted, a crazy soap opera without rhyme or reason
Things I liked1 I thought the acting was quite good. Maybe not every scene was great, not every actor/actress was perfect but they were all decent.
Things I disliked
1 The two older sisters. They weren't appealing characters I could stand behind. Their actions were stupid sometimes and their love for their sister wasn't enough to make me like them. All sisters were unappealing characters.
Things I hated
1 The little sister. What a stupid stupid character without any redeeming qualities. Her behavior was inexcusable and no I didn't like how things ended.
2 The villain and all the villains actually. How they never were punished really and how serious things were left unattended.
3 The script. Ridiculous is the best way I can describe it. The writer(s) thought they were too smart to have to make things make sense. Guess what? It resulted in a mess of a series I'd never recommend to anyone. Next time take the time to develop the characters and write a plot that doesn't resemble to a child's fantasies without rhyme or reason.
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How to ruin a decent plot
Things I loved1 The premise. It had so many possibilities. It didn't deliver on any.
2 Kim Young Dae. He didn't have much to do but he was good especially in the action scenes.
Things I disliked
1 The Ml. Not because of his character, that's a given but I didn't care for the actor either.
2 The introduction of stupid plots and characters no body cared about.
Things I hated
1 The FL. What an awful actress. She earned an award for that. What? Because she had no expression it was considered good acting? Let's be real. She's not a good actress and the character she played was also awful. She faked that she didn't know her stupid husband cheated until the end and that's ticked me off. She was either a fake manipulative person or a morn. Why should I care for any of these? She thought she was too smart. She was ridiculous. At the end of the day I think this was just a parody. Not a good one, but better than take it as a real plot. The egg line sealed it for me. No one would ever say that with a straight face. The ending as well was a given that this was a parody.
2 The ending. I wasted my time for this? So meta, not, so stupid, so manipulative.
3 The whole divorce and political plots. The characters were the worst and I didn't care for any of these. Happy though for the divorce. But they left so many things unanswered I feel like it was disrespectful to the viewer.
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Uplifting, Refreshing, Realistic, Heartbreaking
Things I adored1 The FL. She was perfection. She was her own woman. A strong woman who doesn't let anyone dictate her life. The world needs more people like her. I grew up in a small rural community. I know too well the struggles and how difficult it is to be your own person and shut out the noise. Everyone has an opinion, everyone is meaning well. At the end of the day no one lives your life. Her character is wonderful. From start to finish her strength is the highlight of the series.
2 The grandma. Such a great character. You don't expect her to be that progressive, that independent, that wise. My grandma was a strong woman with a sense of humor and she had only one rule. He grandchildren were not to be bullied by anyone. I miss her 20 years later like she left yesterday. I miss her arms around me, her unconditional love. It hit me hard this series because of the relationships between the characters.
3 The relationship with the father. I had a father who always told me I trust you to do the right thing. Even when we weren't on the same page, he never wavered his support. I realize how rare and how lucky it is to have that kind of parents. never take for granted your parents and your family. I miss him every day. I cried a lot at that last scene between the FL and her father. It was so well done, so heartwarming and heartbreaking at the same time.
4 The scenery. It was breathtaking. I grew up in the mountains and in the city. I'm a sea girl over and over. Which shows that it doesn't matter where you grow up, your heart wants what it wants. But these landscapes were gorgeous. You dream of waking up every day with that view stretching out your window.
Things I loved
1 The FL family. Frustrating at times, but the family dynamic was realistic and tug in my heart so many times. Great depiction of how complicate family relationships can be. But you know if you have the chance to have that kind of family that love is what gets you through.
2 That she got a career. I hate series that pass the message that having a personal life, a family life and a career is incompatible. I loved that the FL was strong enough to no care and follow her path. It was great to see her succeed.
3 Her friends and cousins. Another support system that everyone needs in life. Again when you have it, don't take it for granted.
Things I liked
1 That the two grandfathers got to reconcile and started a new chapter. It can only be good for the little one and there's never enough love out there for children. Not a bad ending for them.
Things I disliked
1 The behavior of the ML. I could say hated it but I won't. because he was immature, but he wasn't a bad person. I know there are arguments to make about it, but to me, he was more immature than anything else. I don't dislike that he left pursuing his dreams. I think that was the right outcome. I have no doubt the screenwriter wanted to pass a message. That he'll be back a different person. Someone worthy of his child. Is it fair for the FL? No, of course not. She stays and he can live his life free from any constraints. But that's only one part of the story. What good would it be to have someone miserable and spineless and immature in your life? Better give time to time and let him grow up. No resentment, just a wise decision many should follow. Don't accept less than what you worth in life. Better alone than in bad company. So I'm quite happy with his arc.
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I was expecting much more
Things I adored1 The first poster I saw. I thought, that's my kind of rom com. I thought to be honest that they would live in different apartments, and I was pleasantly surprised to find out they were living together. I think it would be great if they lived as neighbors, but here we had more chances for bickering and romantic moments. So the premise was great for me and I was excited to watch it.
Things I loved
1 The ML. First of all, I find him handsome and that always plays a positive role to me when the series is a rom com. I have seen him before in Filter and I liked him, but the FL wasn't good enough for me, so it influenced his performance as well. Here, I found him much more handsome. I tried to watch the Love Me, Love My Voice, and he was gorgeous, but unfortunately the series didn't work for me because of the FL. So this is the first series where I liked both leads and him in particular.
He nailed the arrogant but kind lead, and honestly if not for him this would be a dull drama. I loved the banter and I loved his character. He was never truly mean or truly spoiled. He made the effort to change and he changed. Yes he did sometimes small things that could be interpreted as such, but he was the perfect tenant at the end of the day. He never took advantage of the FL, he paid for everything she did and it was part of his growth arc. He was always there for her. He brought a lot to his character with his acting and I loved him.
I loved how smart and hardworking and honest he was in every aspect of his life. Yes, he kept something important from the FL, but let's be serious, it was nothing that had any negative impact on her. I want also to add that he can kiss.
2 The father of the ML. He was a decent person and I was happy to see the the ML and him have a good relationship. I didn't find the actor particularly good, though.
3 The father of the FL. What a kind, understanding father. I wish he had more scenes.
Things I liked
1 The FL. So, this is difficult for me to write because I thought she would be great in this role, and she wasn't. What went wrong? Quite a few things. Let's start with the trivial. I didn't like at all her hair. It was always unkept and not in good way. The color didn't work, it made her look older than she is, and that bothered me during the whole series. This is the second drama I watched with her, and in the How dare you? she was gorgeous. So I expected her to be beautiful here as well. But the hair didn't do her any favors. I think it should be much lighter. Even worse, she was dressed as a 40 year old suburban housewife. I can't describe how much I hated her outfits. I probably liked two in the whole series, and just liked them. I didn't love any of her outfits and clothes are important to me in a rom com. The ML had some debatable outfits as well. But mostly he was dressed quite well. I hated that her friend and the ML talked about it and yet she never changed to a better way to dress.
These were the trivial reasons I didn't love her, but there were many others. Her character in the first episodes put me off. I though I had been transported back in the fifties. Who the heck thinks the way she thought? She got on my nerves a lot during these episodes and I was truly happy she broke up. Not because she deserved someone better, but to see her eat her words. Never a good sign to start with disliking one of the leads.
Her character was equally bad in the last episodes. I particularly hated the discussion with the father of the ML where she corrected him about living together with he ML like she was a 16 year schoolgirl, when she was in a relationship before and we saw her with the ML at the hotel. Stupid, illogical dialogue that made me dislike her.
Same illogic decision to sell the apartment and then act high and mighty when he complained. I'm not sure what happened to the screenwriters, but they surely made a mess of the last episodes. Her work attitude bothered me as well. A doormat, and to be honest she changed a bit too late for me. Then, there was her attitude in general. Sometimes she was bitchy, especially in the last episodes and that ruined a bit the series for me. I didn't get why she was like that. He never did anything to deserve that kind of coldness. The banter they had at first gave place to cold and detached comments I didn't appreciate. It's like the screenwriter lost the plot. It felt like she didn't care about him, and he was the only one to make any effort.
I have a lot more to say about her character. She had some great moments where she teased him , or when she laughed with his antics, but there weren't enough of these moments to make up for the lack of swooning moments. There were not enough kisses, not enough heartfelt moments, not enough chemistry in the end.
So, although I can't say I disliked her, I didn't love her. I though she was bitchy without reason, cold without reason, and that she looked so much older than him bothered me a lot. It felt like she didn't put much effort to be honest. Even in the last episode, when she talked with his father she came off as arrogant and bitchy than funny and witty. I regret another actress didn't have the role. I'd love a remake with a new actress. I have quite a few I think would be better playing the part.
2 The friends. Both were good friends, but I didn't care really for any of these. Yao Jing Jing was a bit much sometimes and although I find the actress good and gorgeous, she didn't have a lot to go here. Dang Yu wasn't interesting enough to me and I didn't care much about her love story.
Things I disliked
1 The secondary couples. I didn't care about any of their relationships.
2 The 2MLeads. Both were uninteresting to me and I fast forwarded their appearances after episode 20.
3 The mother of the 2ML. Yes, she was intrusive and have no patience for that kind of sticky mothers.
4 The ex. AI apart, he was an awful actor and his character was nonsensical. We never saw him have any growth and maybe it was the voice they used but it was so unnatural to listen to him that it was creepy.
5 The ex of the ML. I'm not sure why she was there in the last episodes. She was an idiot and we didn't need her to be part of the story anymore. Stupid if you ask me.
5 The FL superior. Yes, she was an ambitious woman who lost her way but what I didn't like was the way the FL looked up at her and forgave her. Why the heck? She was a greedy, immoral woman who tried to undermine the ML. Another reason I disliked the FL.
Things I hated
1 It wasn't romantic enough. It didn't deliver what the poster and the premise promised. No swoony moments, not enough chemistry. Apart for a few moments, it was bland in the romance department. The proposal was another dark moment. The ring was gorgeous, the proposal itself awful. Why did I went through 36 episodes? For that? Not even a kiss. Give me a break.
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It would have been a 10 if not for that stupid second couple
Things I adored1 The FL. She is such a beautiful and good actress. She did a great job with her role. She was the perfect rom com heroine. Smart, funny, hardworking and independent. I just adored her. do I think her allergy was a bit farfetched? Yes, but once you accept the principle, there's no reason not to enjoy the performance. I didn't search to find out if such an allergy exists but I wouldn't find it weird if it did. Anyway, we always suspend out disbelief so i's not difficult to do so here as well.
2 The chemistry and the banter between the leads. So good and the romance was one of the best. Kisses and hugs and romantic moments to enjoy in every episode. I loved hat once they got together the relationship felt real. There was no keep our distance nonsense I've seen in other dramas. The leads seemed to have a great time playing together and that gave us a great drama.
Things I loved
1 The ML. I'll be honest, I thought I'd hate him. He's not my cup of tea looks wise and I admit that in a rom com I like the leads to be beautiful. He's so talented though and his chemistry with Bai Lu was so good I forgot completely my reservations. He played the role to perfection. I loved how cunning he was sometimes and I truly enjoyed every minute he was with the FL.
Things I hated
1 The 2ML. I hated the actor and I still can't forget his role in this drama and that influences me when I want to watch him in another series. That shows he did a great job, but I will admit that he isn't handsome in my eyes either.
2 The last episodes and the arc of the 2ML. This destroyed quite a bit the whole drama. I'm not sure why they chose to do this. It didn't bring anything to the series and if it had ended before they ruined the character they tried to redeem for the entire series in a few episodes, it would have been great. Honestly, this would have been a 10 if it weren't for the this arc and the second couple.
3 I won't waste my time to write a different text for each of them. Both were awful actors and their characters were beyond stupid. I'll never watch anything these two are part of unless i can forward their parts. The 2FL was such a stupid character. She fell for someone without any reason and there was no reason for anyone to fall for her. I found her unappealing, looking old and there was no chemistry between her and the 2ML.If only they had chosen a better, funnier cuter actress it'd be perfect.
As for the 2ML, let's be honest, if it weren't for his looks I can't imagine anyone hire him. he had one expression allover and I'm not sure how to describe it other than dull. He was also looked like he was 15 years old which was quite creepy. There was no chemistry whatsoever between him and the 2FL. They could have been better as mother and son. They truly ruined my enjoyment.
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The FL looked too old for the role
Things I liked1 The adults. The acting was good, the characters were good and sometimes they made me tear up, sometimes they made me laugh. They were the best part of this drama which says something since is a youth drama.
2 The male leads. I liked all of them. Good actors and although I think some things would have been written better they did a good job with what they had.
3 The 2FL. She was beautiful and I liked her arc. I liked that she became independent and how the relationship ended with the friendship remaining intact.
Things I disliked
1 The FL. Too old for the role and too conscious she was acting. No chemistry whatsoever and she tried hard to be cute. She wasn't. She ruined the drama for me and the 4 is for the rest of the cast. It would be much higher if she wasn't part of it.
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Great premise, awful acting
Things I loved1 The premise. That would be great for a long series and I hope someone does it one day. It could be fun, original, romantic, whatever you want. The sky is the limit. Title: a 100 ways to break up.
Things I hated
1 The FL. Have you ever met someone who thinks is beautiful, smart and walks around with that belief written on their forehead? Well, if you haven't just watch this. The main actress can't act to save her life but she definitely can walk around like she's beautiful, smart and the world owns her. I hated her acting, I found her ugly because it's so obvious she thinks she's great, and her character wasn't better. I wish another actress would have been cast.
2 The ML. At first I wanted to put him in the dislike list because his character at least was a bit better. But after a few episodes his awful acting got to me. He walked around with eyes closed like he was a hazy state and it was annoying to watch.
3 The ending. I get now why they cast two awful actors. Because the writer also thinks he's smart etc. Why would you choose such an ending to a short series? It wasn't fun, romantic or even intriguing, Just frustrating. Therefore, 4 is generous, but as I said, the premise is perfect for a rom com, and that alone gets a 10. Add the awful acting, and the stupid ending, and it falls to 4.
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The best rom com Best Friends to Lovers ever
Things I adored1 I'll start with the trope. Best friends to Lovers is my favorite trope, but I never found a rom com I adored with this trope. Well, it's done. I've never watched such a joyful, heartwarming, funny, romantic rom com. This was a real Best Friends to Lovers romantic comedy where the leads are compatible and their relationship is based in real friendship that was tested by time.
2 The ML. I can't even explain how much I loved him. The actor and the character. I admired his acting in The Day of Becoming You, but it was difficult for me to follow the story so I abandoned, but he shone already in this one so I had put him in my list with actors I wanted to check their other dramas. This how I came tot his one and this is how I fell in love with him. The character is absolutely perfect. I'd love to have a boyfriend like him, I'd love to have a friend like him, I'd love to have a work partner like him. I'd even love to have a son like him. I enjoyed every scene he was part of and it doesn't hurt that I find him so handsome. To stop here because I can write a book about his character, the actor was perfect, the character was perfect.
3 The 2ML. What a great actor. So funny and goofy and handsome. I watched the small video at the end and was surprised of how much more handsome he was than in the series. I already found him handsome but he was adorable in the video. I loved his performance. He created an endearing character with multiple facets and it was a joy to follow his journey. I also adored his reaction to the main couple relationship. That made for some truly funny moments.
4 The 3ML. He made me laugh so many times and at the same time he was so cute and endearing. He had the funnier interactions with the other two male leads. I loved his expressions and his reactions when they discussed something. His relationship with the 3FL was the less developed, but it was so nice and so touching. I adored watching him acting awkward and falling in love and also watching them together. What I loved in all three couples was that their relationships seemed real. There was no rush tings evolved naturally. I wish the third couple had more scenes, but I loved all those they had and honestly this was a good base for their story if you ask me. Sometimes, he looked too young but the actress who played the 3FL, also looked younger when she didn't wear too much makeup so it wasn't weird.
5 The mothers. I've never loved any mothers in any drama more. These are examples to follow. Smart, funny, sensible. The second couple said they were meddlers and they were but they didn't surpass the mothers. But it was done in such a good way, it didn't bother me at all. It rather reminded me of my family. They care, but never go as far as intruding in my life. Mediterranean moms seem to have a lot in common with Chinese moms. I was looking forward to see the moms and that happens very rarely in these dramas. It's not only that I adored hem as individuals but also their friendship.
6 The chemistry between the leads and all the couples. That's also rare so I need to point it out. All the couples had chemistry and seemed to like each other and have fun acting.
7 The kisses. There weren't many, but he's the best kisser I think amongst all those I remember. Great kisses and I wish there were more. Then perfection would have been achieved.
8 The friendship between the three male leads. So good to watch and not only it was fun, but felt real. This was one of the strong points of the series. Moon light had also a great friendship between the male leads but here they were three which gave it another flavor. If I had to compare, I'd say they are both great.
9 The funny moments. There were so many, but I will mention some I remember. The drank FL was fun to watch. It was done with in good taste and I'll definitely go back watch this again. The moments when the mother of the ML was waiting for him and opened the door to ask if he was hungry was so fun. The scene with the mother of the FL when she didn't believe they were together was also a great moment. The way they played the couple in the end the mothers was also fun. So many moments to enjoy and this is the first time I will say with certainty that I will go back and rewatch this series. This is the first series I gave a 10 in all items and one of the rare ones (with Love Between Lines and the scenes with only the main couple of Love is Sweet) that I'm certain to rewatch. A true gem of rom com.
Things I loved
1 The FL actress. I'm not talking about her character, just the actress. She's not in my "adore" list because I don't find her ideal for rom coms, but I think she did a wonderful job here. She impressed me to be honest. I was expecting to dislike her and I even thought she'd ruin the rom com vibe because I don't find her attractive enough. I was so wrong. She was so good in her role and there were times I found her beautiful. She was a gorgeous bride and she acted well as a high school student, as a bank employee, as a friend. Now I'm going back to watch My Page in the 90s I abandoned a few weeks ago to watch other series. I will also search for her other dramas. That alone can tell you how good she was in this series. Kudos to her for her acting. She was believable in every scene.
2 The second couple. They were adorable, especially the 2ML. It was the first time I've seen him and loved his acting and his character. The couple was funny and endearing. I had so much fun watching their interactions and I loved the relationship they had. It felt real and solid.
3 The 2FL. She did a great job with her character and although I can't for some reason imagine her as lead, I'd love to watch her in other dramas.
4 Nina, the 3FL. I've seen the actress in Filter and honestly I disliked her. Not the fault of the actress though, the character was terrible. Here she played the character of the lonely vulnerable actress perfectly. Not only she is gorgeous but she made me feel things. I cried even when nothing really sad happened, but she managed to convey emotions that spoke to me and made my heart drown. I loved her character.
5 The grandpa and the whole family. It was so heartwarming to watch the episodes they were all together. It reminded me so much of my family and the laughter, the teasing, the food, the whole thing made me cry. I miss these moments with my family. They are precious and stay with you your whole life.
6 The small scenes from the past. They were all so funny and endearing. It gave us so many reasons to root for the couple and made their relationship look even more solid. I enjoyed every vignette they showed and waited for them after each episode.
7 The intro song. One of the rare times I listened to the intro every time. I loved the music, the words and the voice.
8 The last scene. So lovely and funny.
Things I disliked
1 I had to look hard to find something. I didn't dislike a single line or a single scene. I loved everything, but I found something in the last episode. Although she was a beautiful bride I didn't like her wedding dress. I didn't hate it, it was nice, but I can imagine dozens of more fitting wedding dresses.
2 Something else that came to mind, although it didn't ruin at all my joy watching this marvelous rom com were the assistant and the manager of Nina. I never warmed to them and some things they said rubbed me the wrong way. But it's still nothing.
3 The story with Mo. I didn't dislike it per se, but I wish it didn't end the way it ended and the bad people pay their crimes without Mo going too far. I would also have loved to see the despicable director and his wife burn in hell.
4 Now that I started, let's talk about another thing as well. There was a difficult scene with the FL and the director and I wish they had done something about it. It stayed unresolved in my eyes and it shouldn't.
5 One last small thing. I wasn't fond of the FL outfits. I think she could wear something more elegant. She has the body and having to wear a uniform at work would be a great reason for her to crave a unique style and not dressing like an older than she was woman and always in the same style.
Things I hated
1 The villains of course. The couple from hell who should have paid dearly for their actions and we should be able to enjoy watching them pay.
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So much chemistry between the leads. Don't miss this fun and heartwarming rom com.
Things I adored1 The ML. He's perfect for the green flag hero. It's rare to have someone who didn't even once was rude to the heroine. Playful, yes. Falsely annoyed, yes. But all along the series he was the perfect enemy at first, the perfect boyfriend later and a perfect human. Was it believable? Absolutely and that's where the actor shone. Make his character believable. It's the first drama I watched with him an I will definitely look for others. He's so charming, he can act and he can deliver humor and romantic banter, the two pillars of a rom com. So yes, I adored him, je was perfect in his role.
2 The parents of the ML. Both wonderful until the last scene but I had a preference for his mother who was funny and mischievous. I loved her relationship with her son and how lovely she way with the heroine. The father was also great with his son, the heroine and his wife. All in all, a perfect family.
3 The 2FL. Such a great actress and so charming. I loved who she was and how her story ended. I wanted for her to achieve her goals on every field and things went well. I loved the girls' friendship as well, she was a great friend, and her quirkiness. I loved that she was an author who worked hard and has dreams she tried to make true.
4 The Directors of the village clinic. I loved both of them. They had great chemistry and were so good to the doctors. They advised them, they cared about them and they had a sense of humor. I loved their friendship and they complemented well the heroine and the hero when they interacted. It was fun and heartwarming.
5 The chemistry between the leads. It's rare in a rom com to see such chemistry although it should be the first preoccupation of the director and the cast director and the producers. They usually fail and leave me perplexed of why did they cast these actors. but here both were great actors who managed to show us how well they were together and how much in love. I loved all their interactions. At the village clinic, at work, at their private moments. One of the best couples I've seen in a rom com. And it's worth a mention they openly (well almost) talked about protection. How great is this? Truly a great rom com.
6 The funny scenes, and they were quite a few, between the leads, but also between the leads and other characters.
Things I loved
1 The FL. I should probably put her in the "adore" list, but she's too average looks wise to fit my rom com heroine profile. That said, she did a great job here and loved her performance. Especially when she became more lovable than antagonistic. She changed a lot from the beginning to the end of the drama and in a good way. I loved how she learned to be a more joyous person who appreciated each moment for what it is. I loved how caring she was and how smart. I also loved how playful she was in the last episode. Such a striking contrast with the first episode. She also matched the hero's playfulness in this episode which somehow made things come full circle.
2 The 2ML. I thought I wouldn't like him at first but I ended up loving him. I wish I could see the second couple more together, but it's still fine to know they will have their happy ending. They were so cute together.
3 The mother of the FL. She didn't have many scenes but I loved her relationship with her daughter and I loved the last scene they had together.
4 The proposal. I loved the setting. Something different and nice to the eye. I didn't love the ring, though. But still a simple, fitting for them proposal.
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Solid legal drama
Things I loved1 That it was a legal drama. Not only I love them but the competition theme speaks to me as I adore competition shows.
2 The actors. I won't single anyone since I found all good and while I won't check any other dramas from them, I would watch them with joy if they are part of one.
3 The characters. I loved how all of them found their purpose and decided to fight for it. I loved the relationship between them, no unnecessary angst and rivalry but rather respect and sane ambition.
4 The ending. I see many complain about the ending, but I thought it was good, realistic and not truly open.
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I was expecting much more
Things I loved1 The premise. I thought it was genius and that it would be perfect for some funny situations and maybe some deep thoughts.
Things I disliked
1 Everything else. Mostly the actors. I didn't connect with any of them and certainly not with the main leads. Something bothered me the whole time. Maybe the feeling that the ML wasn't happy or that I disliked toughly the FL actress. It felt like she thought she was some important character and she acted that way. I didn't find the cast endearing or funny. So at the end of the day it wasn't as good as I expected.
2 The ending. It should make me happy and it did in some way but I also felt depressed seeing the ML and his interactions with the rest of the team. His acting wasn't great anyway, one expression the whole time, but even his smile made me sad in the last episode.
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