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Dear My Room
11 people found this review helpful
by PHope
Nov 24, 2019
12 of 12 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 7.0
Story 7.0
Acting/Cast 7.0
Music 5.0
Rewatch Value 3.0
" Eun Joo's Room " was cute and short.

The story was sweet and the romance was adorable and well paced. The couple had chemistry too and that helped a lot with the story. The idea about the do - it - yourself ideas and tips to help us redecorate our rooms and appartments was pretty clever and intresting. The main lady, although, at first, was a bit annoying, had a nice character development and she became more adorable. The performances were good too from all the actors and actresses of the cast, even the side characters.

So, overall, seven out of ten.

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Kingdom
13 people found this review helpful
by PHope
Oct 21, 2019
Completed 0
Overall 8.0
Story 8.0
Acting/Cast 8.0
Music 5.0
Rewatch Value 8.0
As one of the most anticipated movies of 2019, " Kingdom " did not disappoint.

Maybe I should start with those things that I didn't really like about this movie. First of all, there were some scenes were the movie was trying to be too much of an anime live action and so the performances were over the top. Also, the ending was not as magnificent as the whole movie was paving it to be. It just felt too easy, too simple. But there is still room for improvement, as the story left some things unsolved.

Overall, the movie was entertaining, nevertheless. The performances were pretty good and the action scenes well choreographed and enjoyable. The CGI were good too and the story's pace was fast and suited the mood of the movie.

So, eight out of ten.

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Manhole
19 people found this review helpful
by PHope
Sep 29, 2017
16 of 16 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 5.0
Story 7.0
Acting/Cast 8.0
Music 4.0
Rewatch Value 5.0
Part from the title, that is actually kind of odd, the main concept of this drama is interesting and entertaining. The first episodes, however, are a bit of a letdown. The going back in time through an alien manhole wasn't executed well enough and it ended up being a bit idiotic. Plus, the story hadn't developed yet and frankly everything seemed confusing and tiring. The drama picked up after episode five or so. The story tangled up and got messy, but at least there was some progress and the main character had some development, as well as his understanding for his friends and his relationship with them. The side stories took the lead at some point, which wasn't that bad as they were interesting and entertaining. However, in the end they weren't concluded well enough as the main romance did. Now, the love story was good and the chemistry between the actors was there sometimes. In addition, the performances were really good, and they helped a lot with the progress of the story.

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100 Days My Prince
16 people found this review helpful
by PHope
Oct 31, 2018
16 of 16 episodes seen
Completed 2
Overall 7.0
Story 7.0
Acting/Cast 8.0
Music 8.0
Rewatch Value 5.0
As a valid fan of the actor Kyungsoo, I had to watch his first period drama. And, even though he didn't disappoint neither in his romantic scenes, nor in the action scenes, the story had some major plot holes that were never properly explained. The story, as it is, was interesting, as the main idea behind it was kind of original and well executed. However, the drama was kind of boring at some points. The performances, moreover, were really good from all the actors and actresses and the soundtrack was phenomenal. So, 7 out of 10.
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Hit-and-Run Squad
14 people found this review helpful
by PHope
Mar 31, 2019
Completed 0
Overall 6.0
Story 7.0
Acting/Cast 8.0
Music 5.0
Rewatch Value 4.0
Hit and Run Squad had a nice idea about the plot. However, it felt like that idea got lost. I liked that the story had a main lead but a hidden lead as well. And the performances from all the actors and actresses were really good. However, some scenes were confusing and they made it difficult to understand the whole story. But, the action scenes were enjoyable as well as the car chasing scenes that were exciting and entertaining. So, six out of ten, because, even though the cinematography and the performances were good, the story felt a bit short.
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My Lovely Boxer
12 people found this review helpful
by PHope
Nov 28, 2023
12 of 12 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 5.0
Story 7.0
Acting/Cast 7.0
Music 5.0
Rewatch Value 3.0

Good Enough

Korean Drama '' My Lovely Boxer '' is a sports drama focusing on the relationship between the athlete and her manager.

The drama did a good job showing the girl's story, her struggles with her family and, especially, her dad, her dilemma when it came to her sport, with a love-hate relationship, her battle with the media and the sudden fame that deprived her of any personal space, and her isolation from others. So, when it came to her story, the drama did her justice.

However, that can't be said for the romance. If I have to be honest, I wouldn't have minded if it was just a friendship and they had left out any romantic notion between the main leads, as the side couple was cute enough and provided that light and fluffy atmosphere that the drama needed. Alas, the main love story was rushed to feat in the drama, and its progress was rocky with a more or less unsatisfying ending.

In addition, the drama would have benefited if they had added more sports scenes and handled the matches better. Sure, this isn't a sports-focused drama, but some excitement from a boxing match would have enhanced things when the plot started getting boring.

The performances, finally, were enjoyable.

So, overall, five out of ten.

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Find Me in Your Memory
10 people found this review helpful
by PHope
May 14, 2020
32 of 32 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 6.0
Story 7.0
Acting/Cast 7.0
Music 5.0
Rewatch Value 5.0
" Find me in your memory " had an interesting start, but the ending got boring.

The first part was great, with a well constructed mystery, top notch cinematography, especially the scenes with the snow, the subtle and slow burn romance and the news broadcasting setting. The performances were pretty great from every actor and actress of the cast. The main couple, in addition, had chemistry, which helped with the odd romance.

However, the drama got out of hand towards the ending. There were a lot of cliche trops that were added into the plot and the mystery got tiring.

So, overall, six out of ten.

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Secrets in the Hot Spring
10 people found this review helpful
by PHope
May 8, 2019
Completed 0
Overall 7.0
Story 7.5
Acting/Cast 8.0
Music 5.0
Rewatch Value 7.0
Secrets in the Hot Spring was actually a good movie.

For a comedy, it was solid, with many funny scenes that can actually make you laugh. And the whole story, even though rediculous, actually made sense. For a horror movie, well, it wasn't a horror movie. Even for me who can't stand the genre and can get scared easily, it wasn't scary at all. The vibes were good though and the atmosphere nicely presented.

The conclusion was good as well, although kind of cliche and cheesy. But I guess it suited the movie.

So, seven out of ten.
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Society Obsessed with Love
10 people found this review helpful
by PHope
Feb 3, 2019
5 of 5 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 7.0
Story 7.0
Acting/Cast 7.0
Music 5.0
Rewatch Value 5.0
A short drama with a slice of life concept. The story was cute, and it had a nice message to tell. The final conlusion was good as well. Another thing that i liked about this drama was the way that it was executed, with the addition of social media platforms or the mini interview. Although the story isn't much of a story, the ending was good, as well as the performances. In the music field, now, there wasn't anything special and I don't really remember any songs playing in the background. So, overall, a feel good drama.
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Itaewon Class
28 people found this review helpful
by PHope
Mar 22, 2020
16 of 16 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 6.0
Story 7.0
Acting/Cast 8.0
Music 5.0
Rewatch Value 5.0
" Itaewon Class " had a strong start but it didn't keep up with the momentum.

The main problem with the drama was the pace. The skipping forward years in the future prevented the characters from having any character development and it just didn't help the romance at all. Especially the 14th episode was just bad, as it felt like they were trying to present the current situation of the characters in a fast and furious way, editing scene after scene and just blurting out that the main character now loves this girl, out of the blue, but that's that. No explanation was provided for their actions, no background and those four years in the future seemed like they four empty years (I mean even the flashbacks that the male lead was experiencing were from four years ago or of the same day, like nothing happened in those four years). Another factor that didn't really help with the love story was that the couple didn't have chemistry. They didn't have any solid heart-racing moment either. So, them getting together was just too random and forceful.

Finally, the characters remained the same as they were presented at the beginning of the drama. We knew the bad guys were bad and that didn't really change, although, the son did have some potential to demonstrate why he was the monster he turned out to be, a potential that was never really properly explored. The big boss and enemy of the male lead felt also more like a promise of a bad character after all. He sure was mean to the main character and seriously unlikable, but, in the end, his actions were left in the behind the scenes grey area. The main character, in addition, showed zero development. He even got a bit boring after a while and felt a bit too bland in others.

Now, for the good part of the drama. The beginning was just perfect. If you like melodrama, like I do, where the main character hits bottom and gets unfairly treated in order to stand up to his own two feet again and take matters into his own hands, then you are going to love the first half of the drama. The revenge plot was very satisfying as well, with a solid ending that was nicely presented. Though, it would have been nice if they showed how they actually managed to succeed, as the first part of the drama had focused on the struggles of them setting off. Another part of the drama that was pretty good was the characters. The members of the crew were unique and the drama didn't shy off from issues like racism and gender identity. So, it was refreshing to see those elements added in the plot. The female leads were delightful too. They were strong women, the one beautiful but a tragic character, and the other young, fearless, reckless and somehow, likable. Sure, she did some questionable things, but she was young and just too full of herself, so it was nice to see how the others helped her realize that her attitude wasn't always right and to grow up. I've also seen some other viewers not really liking her looks. Sure, she isn't the classic beauty, but, for her character, who was cool and interesting, I think she was just perfect. Finally, the OST was solid.

So, overall, six out of ten.

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I'm Tee, Me Too
8 people found this review helpful
by PHope
Nov 9, 2020
8 of 8 episodes seen
Completed 2
Overall 6.0
Story 6.0
Acting/Cast 7.0
Music 5.0
Rewatch Value 5.0

Good Enough

" I'm Tee, Me Too " was a fun drama to watch, especially if one is a fan of the cast.

The success of the drama lays mainly in the fact that they presented six different personalities with different stories for each boy. The comedy element was not spared and it worked well with the boys chemistry and bromance dynamics.

However, the drama that was added in the final episodes did not fit well with the whole mood of the series. Not to mention that the reasoning was ridiculous and cheesy. Honestly, it would have been better off without it.

Still, the drama was fun, lighthearted (mostly) and interesting.

So, six out of ten.

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How Are You Bread
8 people found this review helpful
by PHope
Feb 17, 2020
5 of 5 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 5.0
Story 6.0
Acting/Cast 7.0
Music 7.0
Rewatch Value 3.0
" How are you bread " had an enjoyable start, but the second part was just okay.

First of all, the drama had a nice feel to it, fluffy, feel good, cute and light (well, at least the first part). And, as it is only five episodes, the drama did a nice job with presenting the story, although they added too many plot lines to be able to complete them all properly. For example, the drama with the father and his relationship with his son, as well as the mystery with the rice secrets were rushly concluded and felt out of the blue. The drama had an odd twist to it as well, with the whole mystery and fantasy part was not that well made, probably needed more time to get properly presented. The romance didn't have time to mature either. But the competition part it was nice and the deserts looked tasty. The performances were good too, though that daughter character was a bit overdoing her mean character.

So, overall, five out of ten.

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The Forest of Wool and Steel
8 people found this review helpful
by PHope
Feb 19, 2019
Completed 0
Overall 6.0
Story 7.0
Acting/Cast 8.0
Music 7.5
Rewatch Value 4.0
A forest of Wool and Steel is more like a novel, packed with emotions and music. Rather than a good story, this one focused more on the aesthetics and how to represent the sound of the music a piano creates with nature and, especially, the forest. There was a ghost of a story, with the main character choosing to become a piano tuner and working as one, while encountering some piano players and helping them create the perfect sound that they are looking for. But the story was just okay, as there was no intensity nor real point in it. Rather, the breathtaking views of the forest and the water, as well as the music, they were the main protagonists of the movie. Finally, the performances were good from all the cast members.

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My Little Monster
8 people found this review helpful
by PHope
Nov 9, 2018
Completed 0
Overall 5.0
Story 5.5
Acting/Cast 7.0
Music 5.0
Rewatch Value 3.0
A classic manga based live action that didn't manage to leave its mark. The story was interesting at first and the boy was an entertaining character, funny and adorable. His love story with the girl was a bit awkward at first, but it got better. Then there was the cliche ending that kind of ruined this one for me. And they tried to explore the girl's relationship with her friends but they decided not to half way through, which was a let down.
Other than that, the performances were good and the settings well managed. So, five out of ten.
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Yesterday Once More
8 people found this review helpful
by PHope
Jun 14, 2017
Completed 2
Overall 8.0
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 8.5
Music 6.5
Rewatch Value 7.5
The only reason this movie gets 8 out of 10 from me is that, in the end, you just need more. The story had a feel of a Japanese manga high school movie with a touch of those back to the old good days movies. Unlike other young love Chinese movies I have watched that were like bad teen TV movies, this one was really good. The story is touching and it focuses less on developing a cliché love story and more on having the audience get to know the characters. Truelly, the only thing that this film got wrong was the ending. Even though everyone's' story was concluded, the main one was left open wide, and you just need a good conclusion on the love story.

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