Unexpected Favourite
There are a few tropes I generally avoid with kdramas: overly melancholic, corporate, awkward leads. This formula generally lets me down, so even though my best kdrama friend had been recommending this to me for years, I still put it off. And oh, how I wish I hadn't!This kdrama is so worth the entire watch, from beginning to end; it has something to offer you throughout. Once you settle into its rhythms, you don't want it to end. I keep thinking that this distinct feeling can not be captured again. The delicacy of feeling the leads bring, the poignancy of everyday moments, the familiarity of love.
So much to love, this is a kdrama masterpiece.
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THE CHEMISTRY!!!
I started watching this completely on a whim and was immediately pulled in by the overwhelming chemistry between the leads! This show also has such a binge-worthy storyline, you can't stop once you've started, really. Add to that THE OST, and you've got a perfect kdrama blend.Also want to add that the balance of the romance, comedic moments, and melodrama was reminiscent of OG kdrama hits, haven't seen a kdrama have such balance for awhile since this came out.
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This was actually good!
This is a drama of expectations; if you go in looking for a slice of life fun kdrama packed with cliches but also gentle fun moments, you'll enjoy this!It leans heavily on the 'com' part of rom-com and takes from OG kdrama camp style memes to deliver on this. A lot of the plot points are conveniently wrapped up, and nothing ever feels that high-stakes. If you're looking for a fluffy fun kdrama that's going to have a cute rom moment in every episode but also give you something to laugh about as well, this one is for you!
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More like this!
I am often baffled by how many people didn't enjoy this show. It's one of my all-time favourites.The mockumentary format is underused in kdramas; this particular one did such a great job of using it to unwind a story. This was the kdrama that truly made me fall for Ji Chang-Wook's acting; he is utterly belieavable as a heartbroken yearner. So much of this drama subverts the kdrama norm, while reality unfolds for characters who can't keep being delusional.
WE NEED MORE OF THESE.
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