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Deserve a higher overall rating
I started this drama with low expectations based on its reputation, never actually read the summary or any detailed reviews. However, Lovestruck in the City got me hooked since episode 1 and the hype has not stopped ever since. I understand that the beginning episodes might be repetitive and boring for others, but it was never the case for me. I thought it has got an okay pace, and love the interview format as well -- a small factor but manages to lighten the atmosphere.As someone who is quite picky on K-dramas, I started thi drama as as a break from all the mysterious, thrilling dramas with betrayal and murders on air right now -- not that they are bad, I just prefer romance. Lovestruck in the City quickly became one of my favorites.
The acting is great. I fell in love with Yoon Seon A on the beach, the actress' charm and voice truly suits this image. Episode 2 already got me obsessed with the romantic scenes, and it's been a while since I have watched those scenes without having to skip for the awkwardness and lack of natural chemistry. Though I don't really like how Ji Changwook's character is quite similar to his other works and that this role is a bit underwhelming to his acting career, I still enjoyed the actors in general.
Two really important factors that made me adore this drama even more: The comedy and the music. I love the songs used, especially 'Kiss me kiss me' by BeetleJuice. After searching like crazy when I heard it for the first time, I could not wait for the full version to be released.
In conclusion, such an underrated drama and this rating is way too low. I also tried to watch True Beauty, which has got a much higher rating, but to my disappointment, I could not continue it. I'm really glad I stumbled upon this drama.
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Deserves all the hype
I won't go into details because Reply 1988 has been highly-regarded by the more professional reviewers -- and it deserves all of it. This is the drama that will forever be timeless.To be honest, it took me 3 times to finish the first episode. I was not used to the long episodes, so I watched it with so much confusion, mostly not remembering all the kids' faces. Still, due to the amazing reviews, I kept coming back and it was the best decision in my Drama-watching career.
The Second Lead Syndrome is real, but I have never thought of Reply 1988 as a romantic series. Some of the episodes got be crying my eyes out and I simply did not want it to be over. I took my time with this drama rather than bingewatch in several days like others, but perhaps it is more suitable that way.
I will always bring up Reply 1988 whenever someone asks for recommendations. Probably not in the introduction-to-kdrama category since it is quite slow-paced and unconventional, but still amazing in every aspect and I couldn't ask for more.
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I kept falling for each friend in the group! Probably had huge attachment issues to them so I could not wait for more episodes. Personally, I enjoyed this more than Reply 1988 just a little bit more because I love the stories between the patients and doctors (a huge fan of love between people -- weird way to call it, but truly what I most value in life). Hospital Playlist delivered, exceeded our expectations and probably changed our lives too.
In short, my all time favorite Kdrama.
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