Watched on Netflix by chance. Visually compelling LONG story of power, justice, and love that can never fulfill.
Story: timeless and ever told saga of power for the BIG chair - no man, woman or child or LOVE will hinder that drive. Costuming & scenes were amazing and vivid.
Actors: the main leads had sizzling chemistry (wishing for a fulfillment) with all the actors cast perfectly for their roles - each and everyone. The emperor was one of my most favorite characters. Love mature actors!
Music: fit the mood and time and not overbearing.
Summary: was this perfect drama? No, it sagged in some spots, technically jumpy, storytelling seemed overly convoluted - confusing at times. YET, the main actor -KC introduction into the drama portrayed a deeply complex and tormented man in search. Thus I was hooked. This is a long drama, and well worth the time . "With smart people, you must be strategic." This drama was one heck of a go - chess game.

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Started watching after I od'ed on DTR. X on Crunchy_till they wanted $$$ thanks to Damaholics I'm hooked again. An interesting series focused on the divide of the capitalistic & good ole boy HC systems in Japan (and anywhere else)vs a community (town doctor)HC. The actors are good, each episode focuses on a specific patient issue (very realistic issues (diabetes, cancer, abuse, mental issues etc.)accompanied with a swirling heavy backstory of lustful admin & his sirene complicit in taking down his nemesis town DTR & taking over the community clinic home of a naive yet caring nurse. Not real complicated stories, yet the layering of rural community HC, Japanese culture and non-traditional Dtr methods make this an interesting series. Would I re-watch? possibly a couple episodes - If you liked Dtr X - JDrama; give this a try, you will be entertained and YET saddened that HC systems globally are merely corporations focused on bottomline & not appropriate care of society.

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Drama for mature viewers - based on content ONLY
Gem of a drama that has been overlooked.
Story: Steadfast and realistic story of modern relationships - what is marriage? what is love? love and desire ? told from three pivotal points: 30+, parents, work comrades. Compelling (writing) story-lines of loss, luggage of past, and fear of future. The dialogs and discussions between the adults was "brilliantly delivered and complimented by the camera work
Acting/Casting: Main leads were mesmerizing. Every actor was on point for dialog, body language and feels. Solid casting.
Music: simply perfect OST and songs within episodes
Overall: Almost passed this over from the poster. Dove into based on reviews. One of best dramas for 2017 (maybe 18 from what I've watched). If you are looking for a drama that has depth, breathe and clarity, WATCH THIS!

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This drama is hands down SUPERIOR to anything out of 2017. The acting, direction, script were brilliant.
Story: Corruption, legal maneuvers with murder. Not a new tale, just well told modern re-enactment.
Acting: The male&female lead set the bar for the younger generations for quality acting - what it looks and feels like. All characters were well thought through and delivered. Excellent
Music: well done -
RW: When drama landscape has too much bubble-gum drama possibly. Too many more to view.

This is adult drama. If looking for riveting, just enough eps, thought-provoking, quality acting, no rom, and pure edge of seat, this must be on your list.

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SLY - Yes it was...

Story: love lost, love found, creepy connections, secret adoptions and marriage via a coma. Yes, this was basically the plot.

Actors: Started this due the opening sequence - the main leads voice is deep, mature and addictive. He was my main reason for watching, simply listening to his calm, peaceful voice wading through the youthful love got my attention. The female lead had good chemistry just way to immature for this match. All the other players/actors were mediocre to blerg.

Music: Nothing memorable

ReW: No, NO, NOOOOO. Way to long for result. 32eps. Why did I watch? Sped through many, so pain reduced.

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OK- MBS is competing for worst females possible! This show pulls the nails out on MiL & families from hell. 3 kids with three different baby mamas living under this alien looking pseudo-mom who is cultivating an evil plan for domination of hellhouse/mansion. All the while a middleclass wanna-be sold her youngest for bragging rights status, simultaneously snipping her mans goodies! The painful part is seeing the ever sexy-brooding YJH role as a beaten down shell of man - the male CW from 100YR. I started this series hesitantly looking at 50 ep- eek. The theme reminds me of SubPrincess- sadly it lost my interest with a cast of whinney characters & weak acting. I can only hope, does not loose me along the way while watching evil females competing for 2013WHYIGOTTABESOMEMEAN award - dang lots of competition in Kdrama land.
Look for more of my comments and thanks for reading, hope this helps!

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