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north carolina
Old characters from season one are here, but new ones are also introduced. What would the series be without A-jin or Yu Shu? Mrs. Jiang isn't the normal mother, who is crazy about status, but supports her daughter in law fully. It is a refreshing changed from the usual mother in law drama. Xiang Qin's new friends add comedy to her antics.
The writers did a great job of advancing both characters. Their relationship has the obstacles, but in true romance fashion, their love conquers all. This series is light, fun, and a wonderful way to spend your weekend.
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Following the life of criminal profiler, Hyun Lee, Hyun returns to South Korea to assist the crime unit with several murder cases. Hyun's adult life was shaped by a tragic incident at 10 years old. A chance encounter with accused murder, Jun Yeong, changes Hyun's relationship with his father, who was an criminal investigator. Hyun's father is murdered, and his younger brother, Min, goes missing the night of the murder. Due to the event, Hyun lost his a majority of his childhood memories. In present day Hyun works closely with criminal team, and detective, Cha Ji An, who has a connection to his past.
Reoccurring characters, lawyer, Jung Seon Ho, and medical examiner, Lee Jun Ho, bring an air of mystery to the series. From Seon ho's almost creepy smile, and Jun ho's curiosity you begin to wonder who they really are or if you're just suspicious of everyone!
I don't personally like series with grisly crime scenes. This drama is realistic in it's reasoning for the criminal mindset, but not so horrific it's too much of a mirror of real life. For the criminal Jun Yeong, you learn how and why he came to be.
I wish the romance was a bit more turned up, but the main focus is the murder cases. A good series to binge watch! The young actors playing Hyun and Min are cheek pinching cute! The added bonus of handsome DO, Park Go Bum, Kim Jae Yeong, and Seo In Guk, just make you want to watch this over and over.
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This small series does exactly that. For someone new to the group GOT7, I had fun getting to know them. The plot was cute, and the element of their 'gifts' was nice. There was a love element, which is nice enough to make a fan's heart pitter patter. It will leave you humming, 'A,' and Min's pink hair will convince you, you can pull off the look.
I think all debuting boy groups be required to have a web series, such as this. Fanservice at it's height! If you are looking for a fun, easy going, short series, this would be a good choice.
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Of course your natural instinct is to root for Chae-kyeong and her budding romance with Prince Shin, the actors and writers did a wonderful job of giving them as well as Prince Yul and Hyo Rin personality and charisma. As a viewer, I understood how crappy the hand dealt to these characters. Hyo Rin and Prince Yul had me question their sincerity on quite a few scenes. In the end, I had a big case of the second lead sympathies.
Chae Kyeong at times angered me, but it was mostly due to my own personality. She, like many other main female leads, made me just a bit angry with how easily she forgave Prince Shin in different situations. The pair as a couple however, work well with one another.
The supporting cast adds to the series in a very positive light. The monarch flutters about worried about different scandals common people find frivolous, while the commoners are wrapped up in finances and graduation problems. Through it all Shin and Chae-kyong's family and friends bring a bit of lightheartedness to the show.
Every K-Drama fan is familiar with the power hunger mother who would walk through hell twice to ensure their child is on top. Prince Yul's mother, Lady Hwa-Young, is exactly that. Her past is a tortured one, which pushes her to the extremes for her son's future. The question for the viewer is, does Prince Yul agree with her methods?
This series lived up to the praise it received. While you may feel the story is one of Cinderella, and you may know the outcome, let's all face it, most romantic dramas are a bit predictable, but the interpretation and road to the finale are what make the trip worth it.
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The story follows the fall of a natural beauty, Joo-eun, to an overweight woman, and her encounter with a mysterious man, Young-ho, who is trying to escape scandal and his family, in hopes to just live a simple life.
Actors Ji-sub So and Min-a Shin have a great chemistry with one another. Her head strong attitude and his serious delivery of comedic lines makes them more than cute together. I liked the story was written with a mature but innocent relationship.
They are surrounded by a great supporting cast. Secretary Min, Yi-jin, Hyun-woo, and her son Min-jun are an added bonus to this drama. Henry as Ji-woong and Sung Hoon as Joon-sung are the perfect 'sons' for Young-ho and Joo-eun. And let's be honest, watching Joon-sung and Young-ho work out is an added bonus. Both men are like seriously HOT. (Young-ho's hoodie look...is everything and then some). I did find myself still reading the subtitles even when Henry was speaking English. I mean really, I've spoken English for 44 years, and here I am reading a subtitle.
The rivalry in this drama isn't as hate filled as series, but when looking at the past relationship between Joo-eun and Soo-jin you understand where it comes from. For all her faults, when looking at Soo-jin's past, you see she is still damaged from her problems during her youth. In reality, it is something many viewers can relate to. I found myself wanting Soo-jin to get better and be happy.
Many people would say, Joo-eun should not have had to change herself to find love or happiness, but I believe the story focused more on her and Young-ho falling in love, with the weight loss as part of their journey together. There is tragedy in this story. What drama would be without it, but it is this strength the pair have gained from each other that overcomes all.
Yes, it may be a bit on the fluff side, so if you are looking for something to watch that is funny and romantic without all the backstabbing you'll enjoy this series.
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