Driving under the influence isn’t something that can be brushed off as “just fiction.” It’s a serious issue with real-world consequences, including preventable loss of life. Because media can shape how people perceive certain behaviors, raising concerns about these depictions isn’t an overreaction—it’s a reasonable response. This isn’t about taking anything away from entertainment, but about recognizing that how things are portrayed can have broader implications. Speaking up in this context is also an exercise of freedom of expression, not a restriction of it. If even small discussions like this help raise awareness and reduce harm, then there’s clear value in having them.
I need more heartwarming and light-hearted drama like this, I'm craving for more, I like this kind of family drama…
I’d recommend both Once Again (a 2020 Korean drama) and Reply 1988! One’s a longer daily drama, and the other is shorter, but both are super heartwarming family dramas .
I feel like at this point this happens every time lol. They run strict schedule so they shouldn't be surprised…
I understand the show runs on a strict schedule, but from what I saw it wasn't a long speech — it seemed to be cut off after about a minute, and the others on stage didn't really get a chance to speak.
I really like this perspective. I never consciously thought of Jun Seo as the protagonist while watching the drama, but he was definitely the character who stayed with me the most. After reading your interpretation, it actually makes a lot of sense. In many ways, he really does feel like the starting point of everything and the one who brings all the friends back together. I hadn’t thought about it that way before.
I get where you're coming from, but I personally saw some of those things a bit differently. For me, Gicheol’s emotional decisions and his dynamic with Junmo were actually part of what made the story interesting. But I can also see why it might not work for everyone.
Really enjoyed your review — you summed up the themes of the drama really well.
If you’re looking for more from the same writer, I’d definitely recommend Tree With Deep Roots. It takes place in the same world as Six Flying Dragons, so it feels like a really natural follow-up.
You might also enjoy Queen Seondeok as well. It’s not directly connected to the same story, but it’s written by the same writer and has a lot of the same strengths when it comes to political intrigue, strategy, and strong characters.
I haven't watched this drama yet, but I really enjoyed reading your review. Your comparison to Scrubs was especially interesting, and the way you described the balance between comedy and humanity made me curious about the show. Thank you for sharing such a thoughtful review — it actually made me want to give this drama a try. I'm currently in the middle of Six Flying Dragons, but I'll definitely check this out once I finish it.
Yes hunni… she’s the actress the incredible Park Hae Young chose, she’s an incredible writer that wrote…
Both are great, but if you're deciding where to start, I’d personally go with My Mister. It’s a bit more accessible, while My Liberation Notes can feel a little abstract and slow for some viewers, though it’s also an excellent drama in its own right.
If you get through the first 4 episodes of My Mister, the emotional payoff is incredible. In my opinion it’s one of the most powerful experiences in Korean drama.
As far as I can tell, nothing particularly looks different. If the work hasn’t been seen yet, how would anyone know whether any weight change was necessary for the role?
I completely get this. Mr. Sunshine was one of those dramas that didn’t just end — it lingered. The quiet emotions, the silence between lines, and the way each character carried their own pain all felt deeply human. Eugene Choi and Ae-shin didn’t feel like characters so much as memories.
I felt something very similar when I watched the Korean drama My Mister. Different stories, but the same emotional weight and restraint — the kind that stays with you long after it ends.
Both, in their own ways, felt less like shows and more like experiences.
If you enjoyed this, I also recommend Six Flying Dragons and Tree with Deep Roots. They’re in the same universe, with Dragons serving as a prequel to Tree, but both can be watched independently.
I've seen Liberation Notes--a great series, but I have yet to watch Reply 1988, which everyone is telling me to…
Six Flying Dragons felt like it was on the same level as Game of Thrones for me — really epic and powerful. I looked into Mr. Sunshine a bit after your comment, and it really seems like my kind of show, so I’m going to give it a try. Thanks!
Your review of My Dearest was a pleasure to read — you captured so much of what makes the drama feel epic and deeply human. I really enjoyed it as well.
Lately, I’ve found myself drawn to other Korean dramas with a similar emotional depth, like My Liberation Notes, Reply 1988, and Six Flying Dragons — which, honestly, is not only the best historical drama I’ve seen, but one of the best dramas I’ve ever watched, period. I’ve also been watching Light Shop, from the writer of Moving, and I like how it calmly tells stories about people, their pasts, and the things they carry with them in life.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts — I really appreciated your review.
If you’re looking for more from the same writer, I’d definitely recommend Tree With Deep Roots. It takes place in the same world as Six Flying Dragons, so it feels like a really natural follow-up.
You might also enjoy Queen Seondeok as well. It’s not directly connected to the same story, but it’s written by the same writer and has a lot of the same strengths when it comes to political intrigue, strategy, and strong characters.
If you get through the first 4 episodes of My Mister, the emotional payoff is incredible. In my opinion it’s one of the most powerful experiences in Korean drama.
I felt something very similar when I watched the Korean drama My Mister. Different stories, but the same emotional weight and restraint — the kind that stays with you long after it ends.
Both, in their own ways, felt less like shows and more like experiences.
They’re in the same universe, with Dragons serving as a prequel to Tree, but both can be watched independently.
I looked into Mr. Sunshine a bit after your comment, and it really seems like my kind of show, so I’m going to give it a try. Thanks!
Lately, I’ve found myself drawn to other Korean dramas with a similar emotional depth, like My Liberation Notes, Reply 1988, and Six Flying Dragons — which, honestly, is not only the best historical drama I’ve seen, but one of the best dramas I’ve ever watched, period. I’ve also been watching Light Shop, from the writer of Moving, and I like how it calmly tells stories about people, their pasts, and the things they carry with them in life.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts — I really appreciated your review.