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Philippines
Basic and not so much memorable but this show was shockingly relatable, and sometimes even touching, that there are moments I cried my eyes out. Who knew a romance k-drama can be capable to have such meaningful plot like this?
It covers all the problems the working people the society are currently facing, from work, dating, relationships, friendships, family, marriage, and even housing, this show has it all.
Because This Is My First Life had the right casting, characters, and plot, but i don't know what it was, it got a bit slow and draggy for me in the middle. I think it was because it came to a point that there's already too much going on? What made me stick to this show was the curiosity of how Ma Sang Goo and SooJi's relationship will end up, I was rooting for them! All the other couples were cute too though!
Acting wise, everyone did so well especially Jung So Min, Lee Min Ki was still but i'm not sure if it is because his character required him to be one?
What we can get from this drama is that, love is not really found and given through big gestures, but in small ones like simply caring for another.
This might not be my favorite, but I enjoyed watching the show.
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The Good - I like how the plot was clean, there was no unnecessary or heavy conflicts that our main leads could not resolve. It was nice how both our ML and FL had their support groups backing them no matter what.
I also appreciated how the writer gave each character their own little moments to shine (e.g. Gwangnam, Haejin, and Miho). The character development for everyone at the end is amazing!
The Bad - I didn't like how every episode was packed with so much product placement, it kind of ruined the show a bit for me.
Next, I felt like the acting was lacking especially since most of the actors in our cast are quite known in the kdrama world already, maybe I expected too much, but it still felt odd and some parts cringey to me.
Last, the first half of the show was built up slowly and carefully making the viewers hooked with each episode, but I think it kind of lost its momentum at the last few. It felt like there are still some things happening but they are just fillers to keep the show going and end it in a way that is acceptable
Overall, it was still a good and fun watch, especially seeing Go Kyung Pyo acting sulky, cute, and just plain adorable.
It has also been quite a long time since we have gotten a fluffy kdrama romcom, and this one is something that could satisfy our cravings!
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I liked how the storyline was clean, simple and straight to the point! Not much conflict, nor unnecessary drama just the way a summer high school movie vibes should feel.
The plot was great from start to middle but towards the end, it felt lacking and a bit rushed. Some of the details weren't given to us, i'm guessing the writer intended that for us to conclude on our own?
The casting was great too! The story out worked well even just by revolving the story around the four characters.
Kim Yoo Jung was perfect for the role, and looking at the two boys, i'm just squealing!
Overall, 20th Century Girl was able to deliver with the setting and made us feel exactly what a high school crush and first love feels like (wanting to know more about the person, stalking, sneaking looks, etc.). 2 hours for a good movie like this is so short I was hoping we get to see them live and enjoy their high school days more! T_T
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Money Heist: Korea - Joint Economic Area - Part 1
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Also the fact that Netflix decided to cut each season of this show in half is also a reason to disappoint viewers by giving them an incomplete story!!
If not for the characters being so loveable and the actors remarkable I would have dropped this show. It was the RIO x TOKYO, and DENVER x MiSeon, and Professor x Inspector pairings that made me stuck wanting for more honestly. Netflix please give us the part 2 soon pls!!
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The characters were all nice and good people that it is impossible to dislike a person in this show! The characters help each other and even the leads, I sincerely wished everyone a happy ending. As for the character development, it was also good as we saw the characters grow from unapproachable, lacking, and wounded individuals into people who try to better themselves, accept their imperfections, and shone. Also, chemistry between the leads was amazing too particularly because A-list actors Seo Hyun Jin and Kim Dong Wook were able to add life into their characters and delivered their roles very well. I think their paring for this drama is another reason to give this show a try despite the low ratings. They really carried the whole show, and they are just absolutely adorable to watch! ^^
The only flaw I found from this show was its ambitious goal of mixing too many genres together, that ended it ruining the whole drama's theme. I wish they should have just stuck to slice-of-life and romcom, it would have been perfect. Also ending it up until episode 12 or 14 would have done its job perfectly. Murder mystery and romantic comedy k-dramas are highly popular and I think this is the reason why the writers included a bit of those genres in this show, but I think rather than categorizing You Are My Spring as something like that, this is really more of a healing slow paced drama.
The show wasn't outstanding as it has its downsides but it wasn't bad either. I don't get why people had given ratings so low, when it the show had its strong points, had finished the ending neatly, and delivered a good message unlike others that are overrated and had meaningless plot. Overall, if you like spring-like dramas with sweet and slow paced romance with a nice and good closure I think this shoe would be perfect for you.
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Mirai Kiritani really delivered well in this movie, her character changing role is hard to portray but she was able to pull it off. Also her chemistry with the ML is just to the roof!! Suzuki Nobuyuki is one cute political aide I was smiling the whole time I was watching him. I wanted to see him more with our FL too bad, this is just a movie!! I wish this was a series instead! He was so cute at the ending part as well! >///<
Overall, the movie was motivating and inspiring! It shows us that nothing is impossible if you put something into your mind and work hard for what you want to achieve.
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they gave my emotions a roller coaster ride
One thing that I would like to compliment in this show is the plot. It was neatly written from start to finish that the story did not go astray and gave us exactly just what we needed from start to finish. The writer did not waste time delving with so much side stories, nor giving everyone background stories, but went straight to the point with the main character and his mission to take down the baddies in this drama. Although I must say, there are plenty of court scenes than necessary, the story also had enough plot twists that it kept me seated on my chair and toes, making the audience eager to find out more. It was so intense I went and finish the whole show in just two days!!Next thing I would like to comment on is the acting, and Yoo Seung Ho was just the perfect guy for the job! His emotions were delivered well, his crying scenes also made me cry. Park Min Young also did well as the Noona, and Nam Goong Min as the evil guy. He is just so scary when he's mad, that even the audience could feel his anger. I just think no one could ever top this line up of actors for the show. Everyone was perfect for their roles! <3
The OSTs were also nice, I liked them when listening to them separately from the show, but during the show itself I didnt think it was too memorable, since the drama was already intense, adding a few sad songs here and there didn't really stick out much.
9/10 overall, because I loved the show! The amount of romance, comedy, drama and seriousness for this show was just the right balance. I liked how everything was wrapped and resolved neatly at the end. Everything was almost perfect however, I think the writers could have given us a better ending than this. Our lead guy struggled and went through a lot of things for five years, they should have given him a happier ending, I also think the audience deserves a better closure after watching 20 episodes and playing with our emotions like that. T_T
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The whole plot was neatly written, nothing over the top but nothing too boring either, and it was enjoyable because of the fun story. The chemistry of the male characters to the female lead also made everything perfect. My only problem was the lack of introduction to the other characters, and repeated flashbacks of the night the kiss incident happened, but i guess the director was able to incorporate the flashback scenes every episode and make it work.
Overall it was a great show! 8/10! If you are looking for school-college themed, childhood friends, and select your guy type of web series this one will be perfect for you. How I wish this was a full blown drama and that we'd get more scenes, and an extensive story line where the leads could properly enjoy dates. :)
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i love the casting for this drama!
Hana Nochi Hare is a sequel to Hana Yori Dongo but is a different story altogether, with the main characters having a bit hint of similar characteristics to the former leads but also different altogether. The characters for this sequel is what I actually love about the show, the leads and even the second characters are all adorable, and have nice personalities, that it is quite endearing to watch. Edogawa Oto has a kind, shy, and quite a loyal personality while Kaguragi Haruto is a rich but far from perfect guy who looks up to Domyoji as his role model, he is also clumsy at most times. My only problem was the other annoying side characters that seem really suspicious but their characters nor true intentions werent really elaboated in the story (mom, stepmom, dad).I like how they chose famous, and good looking actors as their cast too! I am especially crushing on Hirano Sho, Nakagawa Taishi, and Suzuki Jin!! I am shocked that Iitoyo Marie is also here! I watched Today's Kira-kun and she looks different. The actress who played Airi is also pretty and she's just so good with her role. The actors really pulled off their roles well and now i'm stuck to seeing them in their characters. I truly enjoyed watching them. ^^
The story is also interesting to watch! It is particularly the first few episodes that got me hooked with the show. The plot was smooth sailing with not much intense drama but still also has enough touching moments to make you cry and feel things. Like is said everyone was just too nice, which is what im used to but it gives you a warm and refreshing vibe. I love the development of friendship with Oto, Megumi, and Airi too! It was also nice that our female lead Oto is a girl who came from a rich family, she isn't loud, and is overall polite, kindhearted and proper. She also clearly knew whom she should be loyal to, and she never let go of the person until the end.
In summary, Hana Nochi Hare is a drama where you wouldn't mind who the female lead would really end up with because both men are deserving of her, they are also both handsome and are equally equipped with charming and amazing traits. We have Hase Tenma who is Mr. Nice + Capable and Kaguragi Haruto who is Mr. Passionate + Hardworker.
How I wish there are more episodes or like a Season 2!! After all the sacrifices they made I just want to see our leads and second male lead have a perfect happy ending.
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The story did not have drama nor conflict into it but it was a nice and sweet, high school drama with a unique plot. I highly recommend to watch in springtime! I like how the characters were not too showy with their affections too but executed just the right amount. Everything in this show had just the right amount of romance, drama, conflict and resolution, although nothing was too memorable, it was refreshing.
I just wish it was a few episodes bit longer, because it was quite short and fast paced (some scenes were jumped), but it was nice that the flow of the story was maintained until the end. The ending was quite good too, I'm glad our ML had his resolve and grew into a much awesome person.
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I also like the chemistry of the leads and the acting of all the actors for this drama, is on the roof. Shin Hye Sun and Yang Se Jeong are like top stars who have received awards in their names and it shows. Everyone in this show are already veterans and have other several dramas already like: Lee Do Hyun, Jung Yoo Jin, and Yoon Sun Woo.
The pacing of this drama is also just right. I like how everything was just smooth sailing, without too much drama all the way until the end. Not having an annoying evil character was also a plus for me. The leads were already having a hard time as it is no it wasn't necessary anyway. The romance was also not too overly done, and I appreciate the scriptwriter for making it that way. At first I was wanting more romance from the leads but somehow I realized the way it was written was already perfect the way it is. The characters are cute the way they are since they are slowly growing, naturally the romance should also go by a slow pace. It also was nice how everyone got to face their problems and developed as a person in the end.
Overall, I highly recommend everyone who loves a slow paced spring-like dreamy drama, to give this one a try. We get to learn some things about life while watching this. It can cheer us up, in a tiring day of work, plus we can get some really good quotes to live by. So it is a 9.5/10 for me.
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The show was pretty cute and sweet, but I just wished this drama was longer and was done by a broadcasting company instead so that they'd at the very least get longer air time and scenes, and not feel so rushed. Plus more budget for the actors, more scenarios, and overall more drama.
Anyway, if you like a light, short drama with a sweet and good looking male guy, with a happy ending plot this show is certainly for you.
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Kaguya-sama: Love Is War (movie) was all sorts of cute, funny, and quirky at the same time. I appreciate how it was fast paced and on the spot with the storytelling for an adaptation. Also the ending was not what I expected but it was well wrapped up so the whole show was made to be a very easy and entertaining movie to watch. The actors chosen for the characters were also good looking especially the ML and the FL so it is an added bonus and why you should watch it!!
I am familiar with the original anime of this show and have watched a few episodes so I could definitely see the similarity among the characters and the story line, but for the rest of the show and the ending I have no idea if it had the same ending, so I dont know whether some would like it or not. I must say though, props to the scriptwriters for doing such a great job with the adaptation! They have made this a good stand alone movie without leaving the original story, and an easy watch for those who haven't watch the anime version. 9/10!!
Highly recommend this movie for people who are looking for something cute, light, funny, with a bit of romance to watch it is definitely refreshing, enjoyable and worth your time. ^^
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If I were to describe Vagabond now, I'd say it is a well packaged action drama. From casts, acting, directing, and even production, everything and everyone has been top notch! Watching only the first episode, you'd already get the gist of how high the quality and budget for this drama must be. The action scenes , and the many plot twists in this drama were intense and enough to make you want more of it. Aside from the action scenes, there are some comedy, romance, and politics mixed into the show too, which i think makes the show more interesting.
The unique characters for this drama is another thing to look forward to from this show. I loved how the way the show slowly revealed the true personalities and intention of the characters. It definitely made everything more intense. Also the chemistry of the characters were just amazing. Watching Shin Sung Rok as a skilled and righteous NIS agent was just so endearing. I was sad he wasn't given much focus on the story but still loved his character! The main reason why I watched it was because of him. Watching him shoot away with a gun, he is just perfect for the role! <3
Seung Gi's chemistry with Suzy was great too, but I liked how aside from the few cute moments for the leads, the scriptwriter didn't add any more than what is shown, because it could have been seen unnecessary and forced.
Overall, Vagabond was an entertaining and refreshing drama to watch. It kept me on my seat tense, curious, and furious with every episode. The only problems I have with this show are: the information overload I got with the many characters introduced to us, the cliffhanger at the end, and they way they ended the show without taking down the real bad guy, nor a closure for the side characters.
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I ended up appreciating this drama a lot more for its very realistic portrayals of societal stereotypes, women, career, and relationship but most of all I loved it because of the three guys. The doctor was just as cute and sweet for her and Han Yi Sang was just so adorable to look at! Who knew he could be such a cutie, and could pull off a romcom! I want more of him please in cardigan and pastels! ^^
The OSTs were just amazing too, and I think it was able to help provide more emotions into the drama. I particularly loved and highly recommend Raindrops by CHEEZE, 별처럼 (Like a star) by Kwon Jin Ah, and Beautiful by Kim Sunggyu.
Overall, Oh My Baby is a good drama, but honestly, it could have been better so I rate it 8.5. For 16 episodes, the show got draggy in the middle because they have been talking about the same issues over and over again, and was not able to give us more. We could have been given more cute and sweet dating moments from our leads but no we weren't. For some, watching this would be kind of bland and lacking particularly to those people expecting and looking for a really quirky or funny romcom, as this one tackles more of a serious tone, like marriage and childbirth.
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