With 8 episodes out, Doubt definitely picks up momentum and will keep you hooked until the endโleaving you second-guessing…
Thank you - I definitely am not giving up on it, just going to watch it a bit later. Currently just not in that frame of mind to absorb the slow, intense mystery unfold in this crime drama.
But yes, I love how everyone is saying that it is a must watch for HSK ๐
I just finished watching up to episode 7, to answer your second question, the pacing remains consistently slow…
That's very kind of you - some have sent over in DMs, and I found your comment here. But yes, comparatively I think it has a slightly less viewership. Still it is good to know that you are enjoying it - I'll wait for it to conclude, do share what you thought overall - and if you share any reviews - I'll be sure to check it.
While am putting it on hold - am sure your comment will definitely make another person also decide if they were confused like me :) you never know!
I just finished watching up to episode 7, to answer your second question, the pacing remains consistently slow…
Thank you so much for such a detailed comment sharing your perspective - it is definitely helpful. And you are right - I am usually fond of break-neck speed paced dramas not just for thriller/mystery but otherwise as well. Which is why while I delved into this one thinking the genre would mean it is a fast-paced story, it wasn't and maybe that is why I am unable to get into it.
But yes given that it stars Han Seok Kye, I think I'll still keep it on my radar and come back to it when I am in a better position to watch this.
Going by that and of course my own feels - it felt like a 7.5 to me. And 7.5 is Good-to-Great in my books btw.
This is a little downer for me too since I had great expectations from this film after reading the synopsis and the main leads are my absolute favorites. But I guess - I have seen better in comparison from this genre - hence this is my rating.
I had started this show and watched till half of Ep 2 - was really not able to commit to it. This is in spite knowing Han Seok Kyu is in this and we all know how good he is in any role. Problems were - it was confusing, like the direction not story, the daughter girl is weird - like she is putting to much effort to pull off her character - rest of the cast did not even make an impression.
I see this is almost at the end - the comments are mixed, and rating is on lower end (given the synopsis and my personal preference for this genre - I consider 8 and above as good and worth a watch).
Still - want to know from those watching it, is it worth the time? 1. Does the story get better - is it gripping and with twist and turns that are unpredictable? 2. Does the pacing get better - it was toooooo slow for me in Ep 1 and 2.
I see it being compared to BlackOut - but I have my doubts.
The synopsis and trailer has left me so confused on what the story could be. Somethings that I still can be sure of are: 1. This would be action comedy, though am doubtful on the comic timing 2. Given the cast order - am guessing Lee Yoo Mi will end up with Woo Do Hwan, even though initially she will want to marry Oh Jung Se's character
Really intrigued to know what is the relationship between the lead pair and why does the ML kidnap FL to search for his father?
It looks fun and am interested to watch, but this is too little info for me to add this on my watchlist. Anyone else knows more that what we have been shown - any news articles etc - please do share in comments :)
Each mental illness case covered in this show deserves its own 12 eps drama but because there are several of them…
I have just started this drama and on Ep 8 now when I am commenting. While I understand to some degree your point that the show should have shown the ailments/situations in more details and therefore needed more episodes to dive deeper.
But at the end of the day it is a drama, and it needs to draw a line somewhere. While you may say it needed 12 eps each, some may say it needs even more and even the 12 episodes per case were not enough and then there could be some who might say that 12 eps per case was too much. Therefore there could never be a consensus - and while doing so the essence of the show might be lost, along with the reach it is trying to have.
Personally I like such dramas where each episode deals with a case, sometimes 3-4 more episodes deal with a case but overall it is the message, awareness that is important - and while am yet to complete the show, I think it is delivering very well on that. And not only the difficult topics of mental health are being carefully shown - it is also trying to showcase romance, family, co-workers, working moms' plights, friends/lovers conflict etc.
Honestly speaking - I think even in the limited time (though eps are 1+ hour long) they have carefully shown not just what is happening in the psychiatry unit, but the entire ecosystem - every touchpoint is being explored at work and daily lives.
But yes - I hope in future someone takes inspiration from each of these cases and possibly make a movie / drama that is more detailed. Only cause I feel this is a subject that needs more focus and any number of mass media communication is good to raise awareness!
This is one of the best dramas of 2024 - even though I was a little let down with the final episodes 11-14. Perhaps…
What I Did Not Like: (1) Justicia vs Satan was Underwhelming: - Given Satan was THE ANTAGONIST, the fight should have been more grandeur - in comparison her best fight was with Paimon and other previous sinners I feel - in fact even Ep 14 fight with Killer J / Jung Tae Gyu was meh - overall Ep 11-14 felt a bit rushed on action, giving explanations or rather they created very convenient situations and gave the solutions for it. - For eg: Conveniently Bael comes and orders her around, and conveniently Gabriel is there to save the day, Bael is all sulky in the end but gives her a chance to be human - Like what was even the need for those 3 years : they could have totally done it at the time Gabriel saved Justicia, and she comes back to punish Killer J - and as a reward, there become human! Woohoo! All of the things we saw on what happened to each victim and their families could have still happened without the thread of Year 3 looming over her head. - Probably added in a wedding scene for real this time: of either Han Daon/Bitna or the 2 other judges
(2) What happened to Human Kang Bitna - I had feared this, that they will totally forget about it but I still have questions - what was that whole scene of Kang Bitna trying to escape hell - where did she go after Gremory loses track of her - and Gremory is being punished, assuming that she did lose track of Bitna and hence was sent on Earth - so where is Kang Bitna human, and why was she sent to Hell - seems like she was not a shady Judge, so what happened to the judgement that Justicia did - so many questions, alas no answers.
Really hoped the MDL theories that the last scene with Bael in Ep 12 was all illusion and Satan would have come back for the epic battle royale - but alas no.
Still overall this is a good drama - just not perfect or masterpiece as I had initially anticipated watching it from Ep 1 to 10.
This is one of the best dramas of 2024 - even though I was a little let down with the final episodes 11-14. Perhaps because initial 10 episodes had made my expectations sky-rocket.
Special Mention: PSH is known to have damsel in distress roles, and fish face kisses. She totally did a 180 - should we thank ML/Han Daon? ๐ She was totally badass and the finale kiss was WILDD ๐ฅ
I saw him first in "Marriage, Not Dating" - both the drama and the actor were highly underrated. Saw him next in "Introverted Boss" which was not that great, but he was great in his character again. Now seeing him in "Daily Dose of Sunshine" and this is again a reminder of how talented this actor is but I don't think his projects have done really well, or maybe not marketed well.
One of those talented actors who needs to be on better (read: popular) dramas and become a household name!
Looking forward to see him in A Virtuous Business next (plan to start that drama when it is close to finishing) - really love his acting, and he definitely is one of the truly good looking actors. For some reason I feel he will have an equally good personality off-screen too - which is now making me think to catch him on variety shows as well :)
Aigoo and that sound made after a good drink or food (ํฌ์ผ์ผ์ผ/(kkkghhh) (ggkkh) ) are my other top used words/phrases/sound effects.
I love how K-dramas have affected me - it is not a simple binge watch or fangirling, but acquiring some cultural and language traits too (am also learning Korean since a while now so that too!)
[1] Was right that Assemblyman and Son 1 is main culprit, just I thought the person who's Killer J and Satan would…
Which time are you referring to - when Taegyu shot Assemblyman in the head and went to airport = that was all an illusion right from the start, so he basically never shot him. Which is why Satan was alive cause old man was not shot.
Or are you referring to some other time?
like I had a doubt, not sure - if demons can possess dead or almost dying bodies. Given how the earlier demons have been shown to possess people - I thought it was people who were dying - like not completely dead - but will surely die. Hence they were possessed - but I think I could be wrong. I was doubtfull like how could Satan possess the man who was clearly dead - but then I'll have to rewatch to see how others did.
Justicia - Bitna was almost dying I thought cause it was a stab in the stomach area. Paimon - the guy was again stabbed so taking his last breath when possessed. Gremory - am not sure, the girl she possessed had taken her life, but am not sure if she was dead or dying. Valak/Mando - again not sure if the office worker was dead or dying cause of the exhaution
What do you think - and what is the time you were refering to?
[1] Was right that Assemblyman and Son 1 is main culprit, just I thought the person who's Killer J and Satan would…
Oh April, my friend - I am glad you shared your thoughts. I loved discussing the last episodes with you.
Solid logic - as always, thanks for clearing some of my confusion on the whole Satan/J reveal and the age gaps - makes sense now that you have spelled it out for me. Thanks buddy!
And yes - the fight was little meh, but you are right I like the theory that others have added that this is Satan's trick and an illusion. And the last scene Bael is also Satan in disguise (which also explains the weird behaviour and order).
But yes - thinking episode wise and time we have left, it seemed like a far too stretched illusion but lets see - if it is like what people are sharing, it will completely change my perspective of 11-12 episodes then cause the writers would be genius and I'd love to be fooled and presented with a twist that I did not see coming.
They have done a good, no great job so far - so which is why Ep 11-12 felt a little off. But if this was the grand plan that am all for it and I will trust in them as we walk towards the finale week.
I just love your alias name. OMO !!! Omo omo !! Otoke???!!!
Hey There! Hahaha Thank you!!
while it is not as distinctive and elaborate as your username and dedication on making your profile and W S2 theory/fiction world, I think OMO and Daebak are the two words that I picked up from K-dramas pretty early and use it even in real life. (there are others too but they are ermmm curse words like Shibal which are specifically kept for like Monday blues :P)
OMO especially is my favorite because I love it when characters use it - it has such a bright and postive tone to it, instantly makes you excited and happy. Plus - I don't recall where but it was shared that OMO perhaps is an acronym for Oh My Ovaries - which is a legit reaction I and others have every time we see a hot oppa onscreen :P
Guess, that is how it got stuck - sorry for the long post, but I love the whole concept and so went ahead to share it all :)
[1] Was right that Assemblyman and Son 1 is main culprit, just I thought the person who's Killer J and Satan would…
Thank you for sharing - and kind words on how I presented it. I have tried never to be rude but unfortunately have been served many rude remarks and comments. Therefore am extra careful in what I post and share in this space - words written, spoken have a lot of power I believe, even if we are shielded behind a screen. So your comment in the end really makes me happy and I will continue to write in this manner, and better!
Coming to drama theory - I think I agree with the other MDL users and yourself - I totally missed the last scene where Bael had a different red aura and not his usual along with the Spider things. So am guessing that it is actually Satan and his whole action of going to hell was an illusion. Like he is supposed to be the master of tricks too so this could be that. This makes me more excited and in fact then completely changes my perception of Ep 11-12 because the writers are then genius and I have been happily fooled!
Lets see how it all chalks up to finale week and am so exited to see how all our theories come to life!
2 
10 
1 
1 
1 
1 
But yes, I love how everyone is saying that it is a must watch for HSK ๐
While am putting it on hold - am sure your comment will definitely make another person also decide if they were confused like me :) you never know!
But yes given that it stars Han Seok Kye, I think I'll still keep it on my radar and come back to it when I am in a better position to watch this.
Thanks again for your help :)
Going by that and of course my own feels - it felt like a 7.5 to me. And 7.5 is Good-to-Great in my books btw.
This is a little downer for me too since I had great expectations from this film after reading the synopsis and the main leads are my absolute favorites. But I guess - I have seen better in comparison from this genre - hence this is my rating.
I see this is almost at the end - the comments are mixed, and rating is on lower end (given the synopsis and my personal preference for this genre - I consider 8 and above as good and worth a watch).
Still - want to know from those watching it, is it worth the time?
1. Does the story get better - is it gripping and with twist and turns that are unpredictable?
2. Does the pacing get better - it was toooooo slow for me in Ep 1 and 2.
I see it being compared to BlackOut - but I have my doubts.
1. This would be action comedy, though am doubtful on the comic timing
2. Given the cast order - am guessing Lee Yoo Mi will end up with Woo Do Hwan, even though initially she will want to marry Oh Jung Se's character
Really intrigued to know what is the relationship between the lead pair and why does the ML kidnap FL to search for his father?
It looks fun and am interested to watch, but this is too little info for me to add this on my watchlist. Anyone else knows more that what we have been shown - any news articles etc - please do share in comments :)
Added it in a post here: https://mydramalist.com/profile/omo-omo-omo/feeds/3W7nPWtg
I need answers - but since December 26 can't come any faster - requesting fans here, please tell me your theories and thoughts!
MDL - please start including GIFs in comments - cause this teaser has made me go like this --> https://tenor.com/view/hhgf-gif-11696992756836915596
But at the end of the day it is a drama, and it needs to draw a line somewhere. While you may say it needed 12 eps each, some may say it needs even more and even the 12 episodes per case were not enough and then there could be some who might say that 12 eps per case was too much. Therefore there could never be a consensus - and while doing so the essence of the show might be lost, along with the reach it is trying to have.
Personally I like such dramas where each episode deals with a case, sometimes 3-4 more episodes deal with a case but overall it is the message, awareness that is important - and while am yet to complete the show, I think it is delivering very well on that. And not only the difficult topics of mental health are being carefully shown - it is also trying to showcase romance, family, co-workers, working moms' plights, friends/lovers conflict etc.
Honestly speaking - I think even in the limited time (though eps are 1+ hour long) they have carefully shown not just what is happening in the psychiatry unit, but the entire ecosystem - every touchpoint is being explored at work and daily lives.
But yes - I hope in future someone takes inspiration from each of these cases and possibly make a movie / drama that is more detailed. Only cause I feel this is a subject that needs more focus and any number of mass media communication is good to raise awareness!
(1) Justicia vs Satan was Underwhelming:
- Given Satan was THE ANTAGONIST, the fight should have been more grandeur
- in comparison her best fight was with Paimon and other previous sinners I feel
- in fact even Ep 14 fight with Killer J / Jung Tae Gyu was meh
- overall Ep 11-14 felt a bit rushed on action, giving explanations or rather they created very convenient situations and gave the solutions for it.
- For eg: Conveniently Bael comes and orders her around, and conveniently Gabriel is there to save the day, Bael is all sulky in the end but gives her a chance to be human
- Like what was even the need for those 3 years : they could have totally done it at the time Gabriel saved Justicia, and she comes back to punish Killer J - and as a reward, there become human! Woohoo! All of the things we saw on what happened to each victim and their families could have still happened without the thread of Year 3 looming over her head.
- Probably added in a wedding scene for real this time: of either Han Daon/Bitna or the 2 other judges
(2) What happened to Human Kang Bitna
- I had feared this, that they will totally forget about it but I still have questions
- what was that whole scene of Kang Bitna trying to escape hell
- where did she go after Gremory loses track of her
- and Gremory is being punished, assuming that she did lose track of Bitna and hence was sent on Earth
- so where is Kang Bitna human, and why was she sent to Hell
- seems like she was not a shady Judge, so what happened to the judgement that Justicia did
- so many questions, alas no answers.
I shared it in my past comments:
After Ep 11-12: https://mydramalist.com/758169-the-judge-from-hell#comment-19243608
After Ep 10: https://mydramalist.com/758169-the-judge-from-hell#comment-19157708
Really hoped the MDL theories that the last scene with Bael in Ep 12 was all illusion and Satan would have come back for the epic battle royale - but alas no.
Still overall this is a good drama - just not perfect or masterpiece as I had initially anticipated watching it from Ep 1 to 10.
My Review: https://mydramalist.com/profile/omo-omo-omo/reviews/401262
And some detailed reasons on what did not work for me. Do have a read of the review and first comment under spoiler tag - would love to know what others think,
Special Mention: PSH is known to have damsel in distress roles, and fish face kisses. She totally did a 180 - should we thank ML/Han Daon? ๐ She was totally badass and the finale kiss was WILDD ๐ฅ
Comment Below ๐๐ผ๐๐ผ๐๐ผ
One of those talented actors who needs to be on better (read: popular) dramas and become a household name!
Looking forward to see him in A Virtuous Business next (plan to start that drama when it is close to finishing) - really love his acting, and he definitely is one of the truly good looking actors. For some reason I feel he will have an equally good personality off-screen too - which is now making me think to catch him on variety shows as well :)
Aigoo and that sound made after a good drink or food (ํฌ์ผ์ผ์ผ/(kkkghhh) (ggkkh) ) are my other top used words/phrases/sound effects.
I love how K-dramas have affected me - it is not a simple binge watch or fangirling, but acquiring some cultural and language traits too (am also learning Korean since a while now so that too!)
And yes, we are already friends so cheers!
Or are you referring to some other time?
like I had a doubt, not sure - if demons can possess dead or almost dying bodies. Given how the earlier demons have been shown to possess people - I thought it was people who were dying - like not completely dead - but will surely die. Hence they were possessed - but I think I could be wrong. I was doubtfull like how could Satan possess the man who was clearly dead - but then I'll have to rewatch to see how others did.
Justicia - Bitna was almost dying I thought cause it was a stab in the stomach area.
Paimon - the guy was again stabbed so taking his last breath when possessed.
Gremory - am not sure, the girl she possessed had taken her life, but am not sure if she was dead or dying.
Valak/Mando - again not sure if the office worker was dead or dying cause of the exhaution
What do you think - and what is the time you were refering to?
Solid logic - as always, thanks for clearing some of my confusion on the whole Satan/J reveal and the age gaps - makes sense now that you have spelled it out for me. Thanks buddy!
And yes - the fight was little meh, but you are right I like the theory that others have added that this is Satan's trick and an illusion. And the last scene Bael is also Satan in disguise (which also explains the weird behaviour and order).
But yes - thinking episode wise and time we have left, it seemed like a far too stretched illusion but lets see - if it is like what people are sharing, it will completely change my perspective of 11-12 episodes then cause the writers would be genius and I'd love to be fooled and presented with a twist that I did not see coming.
They have done a good, no great job so far - so which is why Ep 11-12 felt a little off. But if this was the grand plan that am all for it and I will trust in them as we walk towards the finale week.
while it is not as distinctive and elaborate as your username and dedication on making your profile and W S2 theory/fiction world, I think OMO and Daebak are the two words that I picked up from K-dramas pretty early and use it even in real life. (there are others too but they are ermmm curse words like Shibal which are specifically kept for like Monday blues :P)
OMO especially is my favorite because I love it when characters use it - it has such a bright and postive tone to it, instantly makes you excited and happy. Plus - I don't recall where but it was shared that OMO perhaps is an acronym for Oh My Ovaries - which is a legit reaction I and others have every time we see a hot oppa onscreen :P
Guess, that is how it got stuck - sorry for the long post, but I love the whole concept and so went ahead to share it all :)
Coming to drama theory - I think I agree with the other MDL users and yourself - I totally missed the last scene where Bael had a different red aura and not his usual along with the Spider things. So am guessing that it is actually Satan and his whole action of going to hell was an illusion. Like he is supposed to be the master of tricks too so this could be that. This makes me more excited and in fact then completely changes my perception of Ep 11-12 because the writers are then genius and I have been happily fooled!
Lets see how it all chalks up to finale week and am so exited to see how all our theories come to life!