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A Trainwreck....
Personal opinion of this show is that it is a drama whose plot started out interestingly but ended up all over the place without much cohesion.Negatives:
- Hae Soo 's character. Thought it would be expounded in the middle of the series but was wrong.
- The connection among the 3 FLs. For me, the story between Mo Ran and Ok Sun could have been turned into the main plot. Woo Hyun's character was just more of an extra branch on a tree.
- Not liking Kim Ha Neul's character and her acting. Liked her in 18 again, but here, her expression is just one dimensional and as a TV shopping host, Ok Sun had a livelier character which would be more believable of a host.
- The supporting characters. Not one stood out for me. They were too noisy and over the top. The drama could have done without most of them.
- The plot wherein Mo Ran was abused by Hyun Wook's dad and became pregnant????? The story didn't even give a background on why Mo Ran was living with them during her younger years. And how is it possible for her to have a teen son when she already looks like a grandma? The younger Mo Ran looked to be in her early 20's. If that were so, the present Mo Ran should have been in her mid 30"s.
- Ok Sun's husband. A character that the drama could also do without.
- This series felt rushed. The past of the Fl's should have been played out in detail so that the viewer would understand where they are coming from.
Positives:
- well the soundtrack was so-so.
- First time to see Kim Sung Ryung and found her to be really pretty. Would like to see a drama with her as Fl and no one else to fully see her acting chops
Note: To each his own. Respect. You can choose to agree of disagree. This is just my personal view of the show.
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Sorry dropping this...
Been seeing mixed reviews and I am one of those who isn't into it.Wanted to see Moon Sang Min after Queen's Umbrella. But, his dramas after weren't to my liking. For me, the chemistry with the FLs just wasn't there.
He can do well in these type of roles but the FL here was so one-dimensional. From facial expressions to her acting....
If you're enjoying the drama good for you..... Just respect others who didn't like it please.
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Fun ride...
I was initially a skeptic when I saw that this would be a series instead of a movie. Because, how long can you drag a zombie apocalypse??Was i ever wrong! From the very first episode, I was drawn in to the world of Hyosan high school students. The series had a perfect balance of light and scary moments. Comedic lines were properly timed just when you need a break from the heavy, adrenaline pumping, zombie chases.
But what I really liked about this, was the valid reason why the Professor invented the virus in the first place. The viewers were not left to wonder as to why these zombies came about. Unlike The Walking Dead, wherein no explanation was given as to their presence.
I still have a few episodes left, but I am wishing for another season already....
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Surprisingly good
I was at first hesitant to watch this because there wasn't anything in the title that made it sound interesting. But surprisingly, this rom-com is such a breath of fresh air.From the visuals, backdrop, actors, dialogue....close to perfection :) It is not like your typical rom-com which gets boring after a while. This one continues to deliver a great and interesting storyline.
It is my first time to watch Byeon Woo Seok and he nailed being a high schooler. So did Kim Hye Yoon for that matter.
The camaraderie of the cast is apparent in their interaction and each carried out their roles impeccably.
This is now the only kdrama that I am looking forward to now that QOT has finished its run. Can't wait for the next episodes...
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Another cheating drama trope
Let's face it, themes like these are all too common in kdramas these days. And while it may seem to be the same old, same old; there is still something about these dramas that make me want to see it through until the end. (Despite the flaws)Casting wise, this is my first time seeing the ML and FLs. The mistress does a good job of making you hate her character that sometimes I want to slap her silly. The ML, doesn't seem to fit the typical ML mould. He doesn't have that strong of an impact for me. The character reminds me of my sister in law's personality. Greedy to the max
The extra characters, nosy neighbors???? Very poor acting. What is it with that woman who gets physically abused and yet acts as if it is a normal thing??? Their poor attempts to add a lighter note to the drama by providing "comedic" relief is laughable, and not in a good way. I know that there are always these extra characters every time, but this group does nothing for the drama and are better written off.
P.S. The only thing I admire in these chaebol lives is their houses. The setting and interiors are almost always really unique.
So, if you are into these type of dramas, you can give this a go and hopefully not fall asleep.
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No chemistry
I am watching this just because I want to know how it ends. I rated the rewatch value at 1 because everything about this series grates on my nerves. The acting of the lead characters is sooo over the top. There are also inconsistencies when it comes to the rivalry of the male leads. I find the younger guy irritating as well. Not only his acting but his face as well. The only characters I enjoyed was the girl's parents. Other than that, no other cast members are even worth mentioning. There is no logic as to why a pharma firm would invest in a webtoon company. It seems as if the storyline wasn't really given much effort.Was this review helpful to you?
Just so so for me
I watched this because I became a fan of Lee Je Hoon after seeing him in Move to Heaven.This drama is about taking revenge for the oppressed. The cases the group take in varied from bullying, illegal porn video rings, syndicates etc. It showed a lot about the dark sides of life and what some people have to bear with.
The drama had really great characters like Sung Chul and Prosecutor Kang Ha Na. But, honestly, I couldn't get why they had to have the taxi and the video game angles. It was also kind of lame having that secret hideout in the basement, as well as the so called improvements on the deluxe taxi. It felt like a James Bond wannabe type of operation. But that's just my opinion. Nevertheless, watching how these evil characters get punished was somewhat satisfying.
Overall, while it had flaws, the series proved to be entertaining enough
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Falls short....
I was actually excited for this one because of the premise of the story.Unfortunately, I agree with one of the reviewers who gave it a 1.0. Her observations are very much the same as mine.
The FL supposedly travelled forward in time, and yet, the story failed to focus on her difficulties to adjust to a new time zone. Just 3 episodes in and she was almost completely settled in life in the future.
This alone was off putting for me. But if the producers chose not to focus much on this, then well, I will have to continue and see if the story will have any depth in the coming episodes.
The only good thing for me, is that the ML, is now being given the exposure after being a supporting cast for years.
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Underrated Gem!
I first saw Seo Hyeon Jin in Dr. Romantic. Didn't exactly like or dislike her there. Just so-so for me. This changed when I watched the Beauty Inside. I loved her acting. It was so effortless!When my sister recommended Another Miss Oh, I decided to try it. It is turning out to be another gem of a drama. Just the right amount of comedy, laughs, romance, tear jerking dialogues.
The storyline for me, was unique. Have never seen one similar to it. I could feel her heartbreaks, trials, having to go through difficult times just because she was mistaken for the girl with the same name.
The stories of the other characters were something I could do without though. I kept skipping through them.
Back to the leads. It was my first time to watch a drama with Eric Mun. I have never seen or heard of him before so it took some time to get used to him. I actually found him not a typical Kdrama lead. Maybe his looks? But he grew on me eventually.
One thing I have found in the dramas that I like, is that Korean actors and actresses are really GOOD! You can pair them with almost anyone and more often than not, the chemistry is there. Their love stories turn out to be so believable that you end up rooting for them to take it from reel to real.
Still have several episodes to go for this, and I can't wait to see what happens next....
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To continue or not????
I used to like Park Min Young. But of late, I find her dramas boring. Her acting has become so one dimensional and predictable.Don't even get me started on her looks..... She just seems way too thin to the point of looking gaunt.
The drama plot? seemed interesting at first but then WHJ seemingly starts to fall for her after being adamantly believing she is the culprit??? Not realistic at all. Is it believable for someone to be interested in the 140K payout after cancelling the policy??? (am i correct in understanding that for every policy cancelled there is this amount of payout? Amount is fairly small to commit murder)
So, those 2 points are my only gripes so far.
Am I contemplating finishing this? not sure.........
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Best kdrama for 2024
Best drama so far.... I can't remember watching a drama that I have so much love and fondness for except this.The casting was perfect! Who would have thought that the 2 leads would have such sizzling chemistry???! They truly embraced their characters to the point that you cannot imagine any other person for these roles.
I liked how each actor got their share of the limelight with the roles they portrayed. So much so that I started following them on IG as well. The story, while not that original but well told in a way that you will not get bored. The OST is aslo hands off amazing. The melodies AAARRRGGHH..... they bring you back to the scenes and emotions.
QOT will be up there in the number 1 position of my favorite kdramas of all times. Hard to beat them really.
Can't wait for the time they will be paired again. Hopefully a rom-com
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slow drama with poor chemistry
Despite my rating, I am going to finish this drama (fast forwarding at times), just to see how it ends. Because, let's be honest, dramas about cheating are some of the most watched genres.CONS:
- no chemistry between the leads
- that drab green coat. It is as if Hae Won has nothing else to wear except that. Glad to be finally rid of it at ep 9. Didn't like the actress in Hospital Playlist, and nothing has changed after seeing her here.
- the actress portraying Hee Joo. Her voice when she speaks to her in-laws sounds like she is trying hard to come off as a nice person. She smiles at the most inopportune times. The role is conflicting because one moment she is angered that these 2 people from her past might disrupt her perfect life. And yet, she keeps putting herself into situations that would require her to have interactions with them.
- too many unnecessary characters. Hee Joo's mom and grandfather, Hae Won's brother and the creepy old lady who keeps calling him a murderer, the bartender, the billiard hall owner and his daughter Joo Yong.
- the disrespectful son and daughter of Hee Joo, both of whom need to be taken down a peg or two
- the unreasonable plot wherein Hee Joo stayed for several years in Ireland and lived with her boy toy while raising their baby, all while she was married
PROS
- none actually. Just feel that the only one who can act among the leads are the two guys.
So, just like Penthouse season 3, this is just something I have to finish which is why I am still watching it. LOL
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Light rom com
After watching several dreary and boring dramas on Netflix, Love to Hate You is such a refreshing strange.First time to see both leads, (can't remember them fro Arthdal) and love their chemistry. It is always nice to see a kdrama with mature actors. They bring in a totally different vibe.
Kim Ji Hoon is now one of my fav actors. He's proving his versatility by tackling different roles since I first saw him in Flower of Evil. He is also one of the characters I like in Money Heist. I wish he would be given a lead role in a rom com soon.
I wish this drama was longer (around 12 episodes), but the pacing is fast enough that the viewer doesn't get bored at all.
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Makjang to the highest level
I knew going in that this drama would be extreme in every way possible. But since I watched the first part, had to finish it with this second part.This second season has introduced 2 new characters and of these 2, I'm not liking the aunt. Does she really talk that way??? Acting wise...thumbs down for me. The show has put in so much twist and turns that it feels like it has now become dragging. I just watched ep 12 and franky, fast forwarded several scenes. I'm getting tired just thinking about those 4 last episodes coming.. (Tired but still watching till the end).
As expected, the story has veered far.... far... far.... far off course to the point that you might have forgotten how it started out in the first place. Ah, Bang Da Mi, the series of events your demise triggered....... totally unrecognizable.. LOL
Anyway, they should have stopped this series at ep 10 because it has honestly been going on for too long.....
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Boring....
Was eagerly waiting for this because I wanted a light drama with a few laughs. Episodes 1 and 2 were ok but the plot eventually turned confusing. The story was just all over the place. A father on his way to join his daughter encounters a mishap which results in him living inside a smartphone....BUT how stupid is it that his excuse is being on a business trip and doesn't even contact his child that whole time??????From there on, the story just went downhill. Too many characters and poorly thought of scenes. Was sorely disappointed because I frankly, the ML was suited for this type of genre.
Finally decided to drop it.
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