The Zone 2.0

I don't have high hopes for this new season given how confused I am with Season 1 but I guess Season 2's a charm. I thought it just started off good on the 1st episode but as I watched through them, Season 2 is definitely a revamped version. I love how the episodes/simulations has more structure to it unlike Season 1 where I feel like everything's all over the place.

Aside from us seeing the coward duo face their fears (which is almost everything although the top ones are ghosts and heights), we kind of see them more on a more team-like dynamic. On Season 1, I felt like YuRi is just carrying the team but this Season 2, we start to see them work together (although there's still a lot of bickering here and there) I am not exactly sure what changed but this season is more fun to watch and much more relatable to me.

Now, I am looking forward to Season 3 (if Disney+ still have plans of renewing it) Yoo-Lee duo on variety shows never gets old so I'll always watch out and root for them.

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Let me introduce Ssangmun-dong

There is so much to unpack in this series. This is definitely one of those series wherein after you watched it, you'll never be the same person before you watched it. You just kinda grow and mature with the characters.

The story. I love how it has a little bit of everything: friendship, family, love, career, decisions almost everything that life offers. The depiction is too relatable that even after watching it I felt like it has become a part of me.

The characters. I just love the dynamic of how everyone interacts with each other. The chemistry of the entire village is unmatched. The friendship among the 5 Ssangmun children. The variety of each and every family. The uniqueness of everyone which made the story even more colorful.

There's so much I wanted to say about this series but I felt like my words can't justify the whole beauty of it.

I definitely recommend this to anyone who wants to watch a light-hearted, funny and lesson-filled drama. 31 hours of my time is so worth it for this series.

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It's a story of emotions and real life story

I would say the story is a bit overrated because when I first watch the first few episodes I don't know what I'm even watching or expecting but as I watch further, I realized why so many people loved it. The story consists of real emotions that you can easily relate to and emotions that people don't usually talk about.

I love how IU's versatility was once again proven in this series. The complexity of her character brought out more of her talents as well as the male lead. I really feel like everyone performed well and it can be shown on the chemistry and the way they deliver the right emotions.

I'm glad that I decided to finish this series though I started confused, I got to love how it turned out. I really recommend this as it has a lot of meaningful life lessons. Fighting!

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Are you ready for your first drama counselling?

This is an unexpectedly good watch. I just randomly selected from the list of series I plan to watch and bumped on this hidden gem drama. Aside from Lee YooMi (that I've watched from All Of Us Are Dead) I don't know much about the other casts or I haven't seen them from other dramas that's why I'm a bit hesitant to start watching it but I'm really glad I did.

The story is so heartwarming and it brings up my emotions throughout the series and it taught me how to accept my wounds and start healing from them. And I love seeing the journey of the characters' ups and downs. It's never an instant medicine but it's a process and sometimes long process to heal from our emotions. Even if I'm not an athlete, I was able to relate to this series and I'm sure this will touch your hearts too. I find Jegal Gil funny too with his recklessness and attitude so I really enjoyed watching it.

If you're having second-thoughts about this series, don't fear and just watch it. It will be inspirational and worth your time so I definitely recommend it specially if you're going through something, you might find some healing on this series like I did.

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Story failed my expectations, wasted star-studded series

I was quite disappointed about the overall story which was filled with sub-plots that doesn't connect to the main plot and was pretty boring as well.

I love seeing IU on those extravagant clothes and accessories and her acting doesn't really fail but I felt like the story is lacking in so many ways. The first half is specially boring but it gets better towards the end when the story finally had some substance in it. I feel sorry because the casts really did their best and most of them portrayed their role exceptionally well specially IU but then again it all ends up with a poor writing.

I don't think the plot is my cup of tea but I can say this series at least make it a little more bearable as I watch more episodes. I almost dropped it but because I really admire IU's acting I decided to continue. Maybe what's more disappointing was the hype when the show was first aired. It was so popular so I expected a lot from it.

Overall, I still enjoyed watching it. If you're an IU fan, definitely watch this as IU is stunningly beautiful and such a great actress here.

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I thought it was a light-hearted movie yet it ended up tragically

Queen YooJung made it again. I actually miss watching YooJung and I haven't seen her on both movies and dramas for a while so I really got excited about this new movie. And as usual she delivers. I missed her youthful appearance in a show. I still can't see her doing mature roles. She's still teen and a high school fairy for me.

Enough of YooJung though, let's get int the plot. I was actually ecstatic watching the first hour. I saw myself giggling, laughing and relating to the characters. It took me back to those high school crushes days that everyone might have experienced. Then I get that along the way, conflict must arise and I kind of predicted it from the beginning. Everything is all good until after WoonHo left. I felt like they should've ended it there but they just thought it would be nice to have a twist. I didn't feel heartbroken that he died. I feel mad that I was hoping a happy ending yet they gave me a tragedy, It's my personal agony though.

If you've been reading through this, I hoped you've watched the movie already because I basically spilled everything here. I warned though that spoilers are here. I still loved the movie though and myghad, there's a lot of oppa's here. I never thought of Byeon Woo Seok until this movie. I just discovered a new oppa to add on my list. Anyway, overall. This is still a fairly good movie to watch so I still highly recommend it specially for fans of YooJung.

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Mind-blowing crime thriller with a twist of time warp

This is one of the most outstanding crime, detective series I have watched. I love how there different stories told within the story itself. The cases actually has more depth than usual and actually stirs emotions. Unlike, most crime dramas, Signal didn't revolved around corruption only but more on the story of its characters so very good job on that.

Most of the times I find shows which has vintage feels to it confusing or boring but here I really appreciate how it takes us back to 1989 when I wasn't even born. The cinematography added that vintage feels that it won't be hard to tell which is the past and the present. The OST also complements the overall mood of the show. The song has 90's feel to it which I surprisingly get addicted into.

My mind is still blown on how the story went and I admit although the ending is a bit confusing for me, I really enjoyed the journey of watching each drama. All characters are really interesting and their chemistry on screen is superb. My time is definitely worth it. Thumbs up to the Kingdom screenwriter who wrote such an amazing story. The elements of the story like the time warp, the cases, the slight humor, the emotions, it was risky to be put together because it can end up a disaster but this one stayed consistent from start to finish.

I don't really re-watch heavy dramas and crime thriller because the excitement is no longer there 2nd time around as I know what happened already. But if there's one thing I can assure, the story is really worth it. If you're a crime thriller seeker and loves emotional dramas, this a very good recommendation. Heads up to those who doesn't like vague ending though as this drama has an open-ended finale.

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Pretty interesting character chemistry

The mystery serial killing plotline is pretty common among similar genre but the the scenario on how the settings has been established is pretty unique.

I really loved the duo's chemistry. It was my first time seeing a movie that is being starred by older actors and they totally nailed it. I know this is not a comedy genre but I find myself smiling because of the characters combination.

As for the story, it's pretty cliché in terms of similar genres but there's something in the story that will keep you watching it. It keeps you on the edge of your seat. There's also minor plot twists that I never knew that was coming.

Overall, I really enjoyed watching this movie. I keep rooting for the characters and I'm glad how it turned out. I really recommend this if you're a fan of investigative thriller movies.

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Would you like a soju that will relief your grudge? Watch this

All I can remember is I had a fun ride watching this series and it's also bite-size because of it's 12 episodes. The plot is very interesting and the twists and turns are really exciting so I definitely recommend this drama.

The casts were also picked perfectly. This trio is really something worth remembering. This is fun ride that will take you to a different world and I really enjoyed it.

(I know this review is crappy because I made this months after I watched this series and I honestly don't remember everything that I watch by heart. I just remember the major details and how I feel about it. I'll edit this after I re-watch it this year.)

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A definitely good school drama to binge-watch and reminisce school days

This is a different story from it's sequel so you can watch this without watching the first one. However, for those like me who's really curious who is the 'master' there were decent clues that still connects this second series to the first one. I'll share my conclusions and predictions regarding the "master" on the second part of my review.

Okay, so what can I say about Revenge Note 2? The pattern of revenge is the same but since this 2nd series has longer air time, the story got better since the characters were explored more in depth than the first one. Although, I can say that the first few episodes actually felt slow and also repetitive since the first one already addressed like the school bullying. But then I guess it's just a way to introduce the characters since the settings are mainly at school. The plot is pretty predictable but I still enjoy it anyway. The execution of the story gives nostalgic memories of high school days.

As for the cast, sadly Cha EunWoo is not on this series but thankfully Samuel is here to save the day. (Half joke, half reality) I loved that the main character had more circle of friends and more people around them that allows more exploration that is relatable. Everyone did their part and made their characters come to life well aside from Geum SooJi. (I am damn confused whether it's the character or the actress that messed it up but I don't know what is the goal of her existence. She felt more of like a good student than a bully. But anyway it might just be me.) Another cast that I really loved to see is Ho GooJoon. It gave me that slightest hope that maybe the first and second story will somehow merge into one big picture. (Although, it didn't. I'm still hoping. I know now why a lot of people demands Season 3.)

Overall, I really enjoyed watching this and I had a good laugh once in a while throughout the series that I really think was funny.

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For those curious about the "master" I formulated a conclusion based on the hints I've gathered while watching the show. Although, DISCLAIMER: I am not saying that my conclusion is correct. There's no clear proof as well that what I'm thinking is right. I just wanna share this and hopefully know other people's conclusions as well.

On Revenge Note 1, I've concluded it was Ho GooJoon who had created the app for his younger sister. Seeing him in Season 2, make it feel like he really has something to do with it somehow. In this Season 2, there was this scene where Teacher Maeng and Ho GooJoon went to the programming club room of some sort where a flashback of an old member making an app/program of some sort that will help people like 'him' nothing is further specified but that person died and Teacher Maeng promised to continue what he hasn't finished. The app might have been created by several people and not just one person alone. It's most likely that Robin is also involved in creating the app or at least know something about it. Someone is invited to be there and he happened to be not around with his friends to eat lunch. There were also some hint that GooJoon knows Robin. Robin used the same technique as GooJoon in finding clues on a picture (which is via reflection of objects caught on a picture). On one of Robin's artwork on the rooftop, there's also a drawing of lightning which is oddly similar to the app's logo. This theory however go against other people's theory that JaeYi is involved in making the app. For me, JaeYi is just really a genius who knows a lot of things about programming and fixing gadgets.

Some people might ask how the revenge is executed but from what I understand, the app is really working mysteriously like magic. Because almost all of the revenge happens in unnatural way like how they suddenly trip or got soak wet in the water which is completely uncontrollable. They just suddenly become unlucky of some sort.

For any other theories you might have, you can comment it down so that I can read it. :)

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What an epic unexpected action comedy film that makes it to my best movies of all times

I'm not sure if it's the same for whoever is reading this but this movie is just right up my alley. Not that I hate action but I find it boring with just that so combining it with a subtle comedy is exactly my taste.

I've seen this movie in a poster on the drama, "Class of Lies" and then bumped into it into several advertisements and made me curious what this movie is about. I had no expectations at all on what's coming but it made me laugh so hard. The plot itself is absurd but watching it happening is really funny. They're like a group of crazy people like me.

The casts really portrayed their role well. It doesn't feel awkward at all and I cannot imagine any characters to be replaced by someone else. The action scenes are good, not too over the top and just enough.

I don't know why but although the plot is absurd, I really loved it because everything feels natural and everything just fell into its proper places without feeling off. This is really one of the best movies I can recommend and you can also watch with family.

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Must watch medical drama for all ages

D-Day is one of the best medical dramas you can ever watch because it has a bit of everything: disaster, family, friendship and romance in one great drama. You will find yourself immersed with the characters' individual stories and feel like the disaster really happened and you're with them. It will make you think about the present reality and a lot of what ifs.

At first I actually mistaken this for a movie because tsunami/earthquake movies became trending on Western movies but I discovered it has 20 episodes so I was hesitant at first but when I watched the first episode, it already hooked me. The plot is really interesting. A bit downside, some parts of it are a bit cliche like where there is a corrupt doctor who always go against that selfless doctor who wanna save everybody. Good thing is that some of the characters are like half villain and hero. It creates variance and also makes the story interesting. Most medical dramas are always about romance most of the time, the love line between colleagues and such but D-Day is unique since disaster is a serious matter, it always comes first. The romance are indicated little by little so you crave for more. The romantic scenes became more cheesy as ever. Romance aside, this drama is very touching as well. (It made me cry a lot.)

Even before Descendants of the Sun was born, D-Day already happened. For medical drama addicts, this is a hidden gem you must watch.

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Bloopers and behind-the-scene stories

This is a drama commentary of Eulachacha Waikiki. It's good that they revealed some bloopers and behind-the-scene stories but both special is actually like a replay of "Anyone Can Be A Wolverine" and "Marriage Is An Insane Act" with some of their side comments while watching it.

I wish they revealed more bloopers regarding the show. I think it will be more fun that way. Also if they can describe how it feels like to work with one another or what similarities and differences they have between their character in Eulachacha Waikiki and their personality in real life. Or maybe a vlog while on shoot. Those are things that I'm actually curious about. I'd love to see Baby Sol on this special episode but she's not here.

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Heartwarming movie amidst a natural disaster

'Ashfall' is a movie that portrays a disaster caused by Mt. PaekTu's eruption which greatly affects both South and North Korea. It's pretty similar with those tsunami or earthquake movies wherein of course there's a disaster and there will be someone who will save the day. The plot is pretty much the same to others. What stands out here is the set of cast and the small details inserted on the plot.

First of all, the casts were incredible in their roles. I actually enjoyed seeing a bromance in the movie and it made some scenes lighter than compared to the issue they're actually facing. I also love that Lee JoonPyeong and Choi InChang's character had deeper emotional involvement about the eruption. A little downside on some scenes that are hard to believe like how they try to steal from North Korea and on how the hell they were able to enter a mine despite the eruptions.

Overall, I liked this movie because there are also side stories that were involved and not just all about the eruption. This will keep you on the edge of your seats and will surely make you cry in the end.

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Very realistic crime scene setup that you would really use your brain to solve the crime.

This is one of my favorite show of all times. I like this kind of detective themed shows. I love the feeling of gathering several pieces of clues to complete the whole puzzle of mystery. They are also reenacting a crime based on a similar event that really happened. Then afterwards they have the segment of a specialist trying to relate the case to real life scenarios making it very informative and raising awareness.

For the casts, they are really daebak (awesome) because everyone have their unique personality thus making it more fun. Given the seriousness of the Crime Scene having someone murdered, there were bits of comedy all throughout each episodes. Henry Lau's character on the first 2 cases is confusing. I'm not sure if he's really like that or if that's just a concept for him to act crazy. And also I don't like the lawyer on the first few episodes for some reason but still, all the other casts were perfectly fine. They always got me fooled every time so I barely solved and figured out the culprit but still it's fun.

The sound effects are really engrossing giving off the mysterious ambience. I also find them cute every time they get shocked of the sound effects all throughout.

This is really a good show and I'm already looking forward in watching Season 2. I will definitely watch it again after few years so that by that time I forgot already the suspects and would be able to try guessing the culprit again.

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