Good slow watch!
Overall 10/10🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
This drama is incredible, perfect for a comfort watch. It has the small town community and the thrill of catching a killer, while also navigating through the world of a single parent. The end of episode 13 is a highlight for me! (Won't say what happened but I loved it!) I loved how they showed Pilgu's struggles as a child with just a mother and then adapting to the idea of a step-dad along with his real father that showed up. Our girl Dongbaek is so strong and Yongsik is such a cutie pie. This drama is meant to be watched slowly - don't binge it (try 2 episodes at a time max) it makes the experience all the more meaningful. Highly recommend watching!
Was this review helpful to you?
Multiple love trails hehe
Overall 10/10🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟✨
An incredible drama! This is definitely my favourite fantasy Chinese drama if not my top favourite after Hidden Love!!!
(I have since watched LGIEF and mwah) Everything about this drama was so alluring and I truly fell in love with all the characters. The concept of falling in love in seven life times was so beautiful to me and I loved every lifetime. The side characters also really brought the whole story together, every single life time was captivating. However, my favourite life was definitely the life in which they went to the demon realm! (I started the drama because of Ryan Ding but stayed watching because of Yang Chaoyue.) I HIGHLY recommend watching this especially if you love fantasy dramas. It is so stunningly beautiful from costumes to the set to the ost... I truly appreciate everything about the production of Love You Seven Times!
(Definitely my favourite OST of all the C-dramas I've watched)
Was this review helpful to you?
Watched in one sitting!
Overall 8.5/10🌟🌟🌟🌟
I really enjoyed watching each episode; it felt like art for real. So intriguing, I binged it in one day. Would I watch it again? Probably not... but it was very enjoyable rewatch value 5/10? story 8/10, casting and ost 10/10
I'm between giving the show a 9/10 or an 8/10, so I'll go with 8.5
The ending just made me feel like - "that was it?" all that build up for this? It felt like a bit of a shame, but also not a miss or bad ending. I would definitely recommend it if you enjoy mystery shows. This one has you watching it all in one go!
Shin Hye Sun again proved that she never disappoints with her acting!
TW// SELF-HARM; GRAPHIC VIOLENCE; ABUSE; GORE
Was this review helpful to you?
Missed the mark at the end...
Overall 8/10🌟🌟🌟🌟
I really enjoyed this drama as it was super fun and engaging! However, the last episode just felt off for some reason, and that alone dropped my rating to 8. Each ghost that Shin I Rang encounters has well-developed stories, and they did a great job of keeping it quirky but not too silly. Off the bat, don't expect any real logic when it comes to how the cases are dealt with, but instead enjoy the show! The whole show was a solid 9/10 for me up until the end - the last two episodes felt off, and everything was just a little TOO convenient. I wish they had taken the time to flesh out the last ghost's scenario and made it more of a challenge to get through. There is one moment in the show where I genuinely crashed out at the absurdity of what I had just witnessed, but after I got over it, I found it funny!😂 (The actors did an amazing job portraying their roles, and kudos to Yoo Yeon Seok for pulling off the different ghosts when acting possessed!)
Overall, super enjoyable and would definitely recommend!
(Similar vibes to Oh My Ghost Clients but also TOTALLY different)
TW// SUICIDE; MURDER; PROCESSING GRIEF; CORRUPTION; VIOLENCE
Was this review helpful to you?
Emotion is what makes us human
Overall 8/10🌟🌟🌟🌟
Emotion is what makes us human. A mother's love breaks boundaries in a way no one knew it could. Earth is facing extinction, yet she will go through the same situation a thousand times over to stay with her son. Worth watching, the actors were amazing!
TW// DEATH; DROWNING; CLAUSTROPHOBIA; GRAPHIC VIOLENCE
Was this review helpful to you?
A fun show if you don't take it too serious!
Dynamite Kiss!🎇Overall 8/10
🌟🌟🌟🌟
Dynamite Kiss was definitely an enjoyable show to watch. The last two episodes were overloaded with kdrama cliches, I almost lost my mind, but despite that super fun. We start with an intense wedding crash and debt collectors, and a memorable trip to Jeju. Darim wants to avoid seeming pathetic in front of an ex and meets Ji-hyeok. Urgent news sends her back in a rush, and in desperation, she lies to get a job. Was it worth lying? You'll have to watch and see! Adorable SFL and Kim Jun steal the show for me, just hoping SML wakes up and sees what he is missing! (There are some plot holes that I found annoying which is why it stayed at a consistent 8/10 for me as we reached the end.)
After the show ends, we get a fun bonus credit scene where the actors are shown, and I really loved that small but fun section to fully wrap up and part with the show! Thanks for the fun Dynamite Kiss!!
NOTE: If you were looking for something serious this is NOT the drama for you! It's a fun drama and it doesn't make all that much sense but it's fun-loving and enjoyable if you watch it without taking it seriously! Just have fun!)
TW// ABUSE; SELF-HARM; KIDNAPPING
Was this review helpful to you?
What happens when you wake up back to reality!?
Overall 6.5/10🌟🌟🌟
A time-loop and an immature protagonist, what could possibly go wrong!?
Earth, the protagonist, is stuck in a time loop and continues making selfish choices during that cycle. Once the cycle is broken, he is stuck with the consequences of his decisions and has to deal with the mess he created.
Overall, the movie is alright—a good time killer—but I wouldn't recommend it as a first choice. The vibes are fun and silly in the movie's first half, and then more serious as the cleanup of Earth's actions is played out.
Rak is an enduring character, and I loved seeing him on screen. (To have a friend like Rak is such a blessing tbh)
That's it from me,
ENJOY!
Was this review helpful to you?
He was ready to burn the world
Overall 9/10🌟🌟🌟🌟⭐
Wow...I don't know where to start. The last episode left me speechless.
#givemymanyoonsieunabreak?✋
Honestly, it's all just so sad. The friendship and the split...How simple misunderstandings and misperceptions can utterly ruin people. The pure despair- everything, and I mean EVERYTHING was overwhelming good. The actors did an absolutely fantastic job portraying their characters - there was not a single moment that I felt this didn't suit the character. Park Jihoon...wow, wow, wow! He made me feel every emotion through his acting, I've never felt so affected by the emotions and feelings of a character. There is so much I could talk about, but the show speaks for itself. Highly recommend watching this. I finished it in 2 sittings!
!!POTENTIAL SPOILER!!
Note:
(Beomseok is a very easily misunderstood character. Nothing he did is justified but I just can't hate him.)
Was this review helpful to you?
GRUMPY X SUNSHINE
Overall 8/10🌟🌟🌟🌟
I loved the dynamic between the main leads, it is so fun to watch!
Grumpy X Sunshine trope, Forbidden Love trope along with swapped bodies! haha
The drama is visually gorgeous and the characters are all so special to me (those directly to do with Orchid and Dongfang Qingcang).
Be prepared to cry nearing the end as it gets really intense and emotional. Esther Yu, my girl does not disappoint and I really enjoyed seeing Dylan act alongside her! Chinese OSTs never cease to amaze me, honestly it just leaves me in awe every time. There is a moment at the end of episode 18 that is unforgettably cute!
Overall very enjoyable however the ending felt a bit washed out? It just felt like sacrifices happened for no reason and honestly I prefer a well written sad ending over a nonsensical happy ending for the sake of a happy ending.
(Shangque my cutie 🐉 also the hanfu are so incredibly pretty here, every piece Esther wears is just absolutely stunning on her.)🤍
Was this review helpful to you?
Not worth it
Overall 5/10🌟🌟⭐
Honestly don't have that much to say. Not great but not bad. The plot itself was a bit ridiculous, I felt like the characters were all really dumb (especially FL). The movie addresses the dangers of the secondhand online market which I appreciate however the female lead stressed me out so much. The way she handles the situations made me feel like she had no common sense. The acting and production was good, but overall not worth watching.
Was this review helpful to you?
Predictable...
Overall 7/10🌟🌟🌟⭐
It's a sad movie as one would expect. However, it just didn't really get to me as much as I was hoping it would. I watched Drawing Closer hoping it would make me cry a lot but it was not as sad as I had hoped. Everything that happened was expected and I didn't like the trope they added at the very end with the friend. I would have enjoyed the movie a bit more without it. I'd recommend watching the movie without any expectations in order to enjoy it more. Overall it was really good, it just didn't live up to the expectations I had in mind hence the lower rating.
Was this review helpful to you?
Good portrayal of depression.
Overall 8/10🌟🌟🌟🌟
The drama is very captivating at first as I was really invested however I ended up dropping it towards the end for a few months before watching the last episode! Doesn't really stand out among the other dramas of 2024, however I really enjoyed the character development and relationships portrayed. Dr. Slump successfully showed how depression can seem like a blow out of nowhere for the person diagnosed. One can be so used to bottling up that it doesn't even become apparent to oneself that you are mentally unwell and tired. I appreciated how they showed her healing process and that depression is not something to be scared of. The drama can be a bit cringe at times but overall the drama was really good. Would definitely recommend watching!
Was this review helpful to you?
Esther Yu and Ding Yuxi my cuties
Overall very enjoyable.The first 16 episodes are enjoyable and engaging. The episodes after that feel like a drag, nothing exciting happens and it feels like nothing is really moving forward however, the last few episodes make up for it. Chu Li and Zhou Chuan's relationship and dynamic is so beautiful and fun to watch. I liked how Chu Li was able to pursue her dream of being an editor due to her persistence and determination to prove herself and work hard. Zhou Chuan's relationship with his father is also something that was beautifully cultivated and grown as the story progressed. A reminder that communication is utterly important! All the characters were well written and each character had something to learn from as you watch. The soundtrack is absolutely perfect. Would highly recommend watching!
Was this review helpful to you?
Zerobaseone origin story
Overall 9/10🌟🌟🌟🌟✨
I don't even know where to start...
This was my first survival show and I watched it although I knew the final line up! Nonetheless, EXTREMELY EMOTIONAL. Guys this was one heck of a ride... You need to make sure to have tissues ready for each episode if you are an emotional person like me. I was not able to get through a single episode without crying at some point. The hardwork and effort you see from the trainees... Beautiful! Each elimination round got me super emotional but nothing tops the finale. (I watched the finale in 3 parts...ahaha but still managed to cry each time.) I am so proud of my boys Zerobaseone and I love them so so much!!
I cannot give this show a higher score purely because of emotional damage lol and I can't give it lower because it was such an investing program.)
Would only recommend if you are willing to watch 2+ hours episode and go through emotional rollercoasters!🥰
Was this review helpful to you?
Sweet like chocolate! ^_^
Overall 9.5/10🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Just finished this and couldn't wait to post a review!!
Such a sweet ending, goes so well with the theme of chocolate happiness. The cameos at the end were a pleasant surprise making the last episode all the more fun. Loved the chemistry between the characters and just everyone portrayed the smallest details with care. I loved this! Han Hye-Joo did an amazing job as Lee Hana - I was fully immersed in the drama. I haven't watched many Japanese dramas but the more I watch the more I appreciate their style of storytelling. The pacing felt perfectly smooth. Highly recommend!! Why a 9.5 out of 10 you may ask...well I loved it so so much but it's not able to top some of my 10/10s!
A truly sweet treat!🥰🍫
(Also the child actor that played young Sosuke is SO CUTE and expressive!!!)
Was this review helpful to you?
