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I enjoyed watching this in general but therw are some things I don't like :(. First off, does SunJae actually commit after seeing Sol for the first time in years or is it Kim YoungSoo once again? I mean he sees his lifelong crush after so long, plus she looks happy so why would he do that? also I really don't like how everyone else forgot :(( like sunjae, inhyuk and taesoong's friendship was so nice to watch. it really saddens me honestly. overall, it was a good watch, and im saying this as a person who doesn't really watch time travel and supernatural shows and dramas

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Disappointed but no surprised

First of all, I'm writing this review based on the first three episodes (that in my opinion are more than enough). AND SPOILERS!!!!! ALL OVER THE PLACE.
I was eagerly waiting for this one bc of the concept but eh, I should've seen this coming.
I will start with the good things:
-as i said, the concept. Specifically, the tailor concept which we've never seen in a bl before. Other than that everything wasn't original.
-the set decorations are so beautiful and aestheticly pleasing. However, there are no scenes out of the two sets (the main characters' houses) Probably bc they're on a tight budget and don't want to spend more on an outside one.
(Mind that even the only two good things were handled poorly).
-the reason behind refusing to make nawee's (the ceo's son, played by chap) suit is surprisingly understandable to an extent. I thought they'd come up with a lame excuse but it seems they thought about this for more than 10 seconds, thank goodness.
Now the serious talk. Honestly, i don't know where to begin from.
The first thing that didn't click right to me is how violent nawee (the ceo's son,played by chap) is from the first second we met him. (I was like sir wtf?) I really don't understand why they LOVE to make a character so toxic when they could make them normal, a little arrogant is fine. but NO they won't be able to sleep at night.
Yes that could be due to his mental illness (which is a whole other thing idk what to say about bc it wasn't discussed enough in the series till now) but that doesn't justify the horrible treatment towards everybody.
And Aiaoon(the tailor, played by green), the way he saw how violent nawee is at first hand and continued to make him the suit doesn't sit right to me. Boy what???
I really don't like how lightly they're taking the violence. No, it can't be humorous and it can't be taking in any other way than seriously. And even if they fall in love in the future(and idk how could a person fall in love with a walking red flag), I still can't accept it unless they solve this issue. I can't see it other than a toxic relationship I'm sorry.
I also don't like the way the assistant is guilt tripping Aiaoon to make the tuxedo. And going as far as lying and making false excuses.
And what about him having more screen time than the two main roles altogether? I'm starting to question if they're actually main roles and not supporting characters in the assistant's work adventures book.
- Aiaoon's brother and the adopted one story is still vague. But if they're hinting on making it romantic then here's a big ass NO NO NO. don't even think about it. Make them besties, that's all i could say.
That's all for now, which is a lot from three episodes only. I don't know if this could be fixed with 5 episodes but we'll see how it's gonna go. Again, I'm really disappointed. This could've been a really good series but this is how most of thai bls work. Half-assed job is their trade mark. So yeah...

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OVERRATED and DULL!!!

This show has only big names attached to it. The series had sorta good premise but is unable to execute it.

FL (Kim Dami) is playing almost the same exact role from Itaewon Class. But in Itaewon Class her character had growth and development. FL is quite toxic. She is a good actor but I didn't care enough for her as a character too root for her.

The main lead Choi Woo Shik, I just realized that he doesn't really have the charisma to play the main lead of a 16-episode show. I personally thought the chemistry was lacking. This is the first time I am watching him as a lead in a TV show and I thought of his performance as lack-luster. (I'm sorry if offended his fans, this is just my personal opinion)

The story had little potential but they fail to make it interesting. None of the second leads catch me interest, they were rather dull. The story does not pick up its pace and fails to include interesting plot twists.

I personally wouldn't recommend anyone to watch this show. Some shows have interesting characters but not great story and some shows have great story but dull characters. This show doesn't have strong storyline or any interesting characters.
My suggestion to the viewers would be "don't waste your time on this". But you are free to judge it for yourself.

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FUNNY AS HELL

I think that if you find the genres of romance and fantasy interesting you'll like this drama. It gives me very much DAYS vibes maybe combined with some aspects of Goblin so as a reference if you liked the two dramas I previously mentioned, you'll most likely enjoy this too.
This drama has a nice plot (as far as I can tell from the six episodes that have aired) and I believe it will get more interesting as one new character seems to be joining the story. Im really hoping for a nice and happy ending :) (UNLIKE YOU KNOW WHICH FANTASY-ROMANCE DRAMA THAT AIRED IN 2016!!!)
AHHH important note: you will laugh soooooo much in every episode.
Once again, I'm reviewing about the six episodes that have aired, so if you're reading this from the future and it gets boring or somebody dies (GOD PLEASE NO) please dont blame me!! and gooooo watch it rn!!!!!
PS: My only complaint is that it's still airing and I like to bingeeeeee
PS #2: I'm wathing on viki if you're wondering :)))

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This had one minus with me from the start and it was the cast. I don't like Putt Putichai. I don't like Gypso Ariigantha. I don't like Woonsen Virithipa. Tao Sattaphong is okay, but it looks like he'd have to be paired with Woonsen Virithipa (she's 34 and he's 25). Looks like the only cast member I definitely like is Tui Tui Puttachat, but hers is such a small role MDL doesn't even list her (though I can clearly see her face in the opening credits).

Every time a lakorn seems to be not quite my cup of coffee and I would wish for it to just pass quickly and rather show me the best it has to offer sooner than later, it has TWENTY SIX episodes, lol.

So, the main girl is an aspiring actress, who does nothing else but go to castings. Unfortunatelly, she really can't act. Nevertheless, she doesn't think it a problem and keeps going on castings, never getting any part (though some casting agents remember her already). She lost her house which has been sold to the guy portrayed by Putt Putichai. She thinks it's not a problem for her to keep living there, as the guy mainly keeps on ground floor. Therefore, she stays on the first floor, sneaking in and out and hiding her things. Whenever the guy hears or sees something he considers the house haunted and her a ghost. It's silly but it's funny because though he's not my type Putt Putichai can act it, unfortunatelly the lead girl isn't so funny because the actress is not very good one, just similarly to her portrayed character. She's also got Tao Sattaphong wanting to be her boyfriend but she brushes him off. Clearly something with her eyesight, too.

She appears on his posh birthday party dressed as a clown with a banana sticking to her head. It's funny towards his stuck up parents else it's unexplicable why he keeps pursuing her. I'm on a verge of dropping this series but someone said it's really different after first 6 episodes. I'll try to wait it out but it's really loong. It's supposed to be better than 'Waen Dok Mai', but it's not.

I like the house, it looks pirotesque. But that's the only thing I like in this series;)

I watched episode 7, as that was supposed to be better. The only thing I could relate is I would really not wish to share house with either the Gypso Ariigantha's character or Putt Putichai. Just watching, both were strongly getting on my nerves. Tao Sattaphong is attractive as always, the way he can look with those eyes of his. But he's got only the 9 years older Woonsen to look at. Could he just walk off to some other series? I would sure follow him. Ugh... Yet another scene with Putt & Gypso. There was definitely too many of them.

It's hard to watch a series where I wish to skip scenes of the main characters.

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Could do without the FL... very irritating

I have never seen any previous works of the 3 main characters but I am liking the 2 male leads. Honestly, they could have made this drama without the female lead. She has a pretty face and at times looks a bit like Park Min Young and Lee Ji Ah. But her character is so over the top for me.

I am dropping this title simply because I cannot stand the FL. Cannot find one good thing about her acting. The character is too flawed. She's too easy, acts naive, thinks everything she does is cute.... well you get the idea. Totally sickening....


Would like to see more or Lee Jun Ho though. I think he has a lot of potential and can pair well with other leading ladies.

First time for me to drop a series purely because I got so irritated with the FL. They should have cast someone else. Better yet, removed her totally from the story

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It just plainly sucked.. period.

Okay, I had to stop at epi 13 and look it up in here. After she told Eliot she couldn't leave w/him because she was still in love w/Jasper even though she keeps telling him she will try to forgive him, I had to stop. Is this going to continue for another 9 episodes??? Do I want to keep looking at her half closed eyes and half opened mouth like a dumb kid who is being told something and they just don't get it. Huh? That's her face the whole time.. Huh? That and taking forever to reply to someone.. It's like she's thinking of the best way to say her line. Then I come in here and spoil myself and thank God I did. Lost memories? from both ? more car accidents? The fiance who doesn't understand she was dumped, who at the end I she was forgiven ( and the cousin too?) The moment the FL kept calling her sis, I knew this lady was going to do so much damage and she was going to take it all..
I don't like it when the writers make the women soooooo dumb. You know what I got from this drama? If you're feeling bad.. kill yourself. Maybe a horrible God will give you a chance to come back and redeem yourself.

When I read the story of her going back in time, I thought it was good idea so that we can again see how their lives meet and all that jazz. Bet she's going to try and prevent his death.. or something like that. WTH was this??

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Ongoing Series Review (I wrote one because it's that good)

I want this drama to be recognized that badly and I'm crossing my fingers that when the future love triangle comes into play, the focus on the family picture won't be lost.

Here's my brief review after watching 6 out of 40 episodes that I might tailor after finishing the series:

Everybody who lives and breathes go watch this drama! This is giving me the Korean Reply series nostalgia, especially Reply 1988, but different. It took the family theme 10x more seriously as it's more intimate, with the story revolving mostly on just 5 individuals and how connection is deeper than blood ties because this is a family drama where all the characters "became" not "are" family. Have you ever asked yourself if you can choose your family and not be born into one? Then this is your answer. I also love that a girl is raised by 2 dads and not by the usual mom and dad pair. It's great for not just the hijinks (who can forget the period and bra announcement scene haha), but also the amazing and valuable experience. I don't know if there's anbody who won't be moved by the scene where the female lead's dad cried his heart out because of how much he felt sorry for the two sons that he raised who are not even biologically his and how much he wanted to be recognized as their father. If such a human exists, please let me meet him or her. Seriously.

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Don't judge the book by it's cover 2.0

I am a picky viewer and i rarely give high scores, but this series made my heart, mind and soul unstable. Trust me, this series is an A+. it just started but given the fact that the 1st ep is wonderful i already know that the upcoming eps will be great. Face Value is an A, Characters is an A, Story line an A+, the music A, and of course it is a Korean Series so i do expect an A in/to the chemistry of the MC's.

Since this review need 500 words...

Hello Im Yurie! This is my 1st time to write a review but i do critique a lot. First of all, i want you to know the plot. I will not tell the plot but i am going to give you insights a bit. I love how the magical creature play its role because i believe that if that creature is not present the story will be boring. This character really plays a big role to the story most importantly to the couple. The couple is amazing, i define the Top as a cute guy and the Bottom as a handsome guy. At first, i was very hesitant to watch the series because i define the Top as an ugly Character. Now, i have crush on him HAHA. Now you guys know my type. Back to the topic, i will not queestion the bottom since he is amazing already. I think so far, everything is good as long as the writer and the director will stick to its core. Now, i come to a conclusion that, you should watch it first. To the person who gave small rating, poor you.

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A very clever made romantic comedy drama with combined themes

The most important elements in a romantic comedy is the story(setting), the characters(roles and acting) and the theme(s) of the drama(in this case traditional and modern themes combined). All of these elements have a above average score for me. Everything, except for the music, (which does set up the atmospheric tone for any drama) caught my instant attention. I found it harder to skip scenes (and I can be a very impatient viewer) and loved every minute of it, bit to bit. Even rewatched certain scenes because of the references and funny scenes. As a long experienced watcher of k-dramas(especially romcoms), I can say this is one of those iconic and timeless romcoms, just done right with the right flavor of emotion and slapstick humor. It surely will be remembered. So here is my review divided by several important elements:

1. Story

I find it a very interesting storyline and the way it was set up with the setting and the characters, it really brought everything to life. I felt sort of nostalgic because it has this feel good taste to it that reminds me of the older, more iconic romcom dramas from years before, that always remained memorable to me and gave me warm feelings. The story also has much variety in it like comedy, romance, mental issues, superstition and mystery. I look forward to how to the story will continue, but interesting it will be for sure.

2. Characters

Adore the characters, played by very favorable actors who bring their characters to life. It felt like they belong in these roles, and the actors came off authentic and pure in their acting. Until now I can see much chemistry between not just the main leads, but all the characters. I also love the backstories of the characters, they are interesting and original, maybe not too realistic but that would not make it interesting if it was. I look forward to see where it goes from here, but I am very pleased with how the characters are written and shown on screen. I do wish if I must have some criticism in this review, that the main character the king would become more dynamic and come to have more depth and variety to his role. Because in the first two episodes he seemed to be constantly the same and putting out repetitive vibes that could become tiring if it continues like this. But I have hope that this will change.

3. Style of writing and how it played out in the scenes

This sense of style is very interesting to me, it is just the perfect combination of emotional and psychological writing with humor and light hearted scenes. It brings proper balance and makes it feel well rounded and interesting to watch. I can also appreciate the humoristic parts as it makes the heavier parts lighter/ Humor is a double- edged sword in writing. Used well, it elevates your work, creating a connection between you and the reader. A connection between emotion and relatability. It’s a human element that let’s you(as a viewer) be more easily absorbed by the work. Used poorly, it becomes a burden. Because humor is subjective, there is a large risk that we as viewers just won’t get it or won’t like it. The jokes might even fly right over my head. With this drama it dit not even go there and even if I did not get the joke immediately, It was so interesting that I watched the scene again when I did get it. Because I am not korean, and not very familiar with every cinematic work from Korea, some drama’s I just do not get no matter how many times I try to watch it. But this drama does not leave many people out and made it enjoyable so that anyone could get the story(with subtitles ofcourse). Watching earlier works from the same writer can help as well, or seeing as it is an historical romcom, being familiar with the korean traditional culture and superstition can make it more enjoyable. The writing has a lot of unexpected depth to some scenes as well, which makes it feel even richer to watch. There is noting like a comfy night watching a romcom with deep emotions and hilarious moments. The lines were well understood and not too cheesy or repetitive, there was always an element of surprise and variety to what was said and what was going on. Despite the story being a romcom with over exaggerated happenings at times, the lines still felt real and authentic. It fitted the characters well. It had a very rich sense if humor, with surreal humor where it takes advantage of the audience’s expectations and perceptions, flipping them over to create unpredictability. Making use of illogical thinking, absurd characters and events and nonsensical themes. The humor here is derived from the ridiculousness and unrealistic situations created by it’s unpredictability.
Wordplay, as suggested by it’s name, is a form of wit that plays around with the meanings and ambiguities of language for humorous results.

4. What I expect from this series?

Before this came out I initially did not expect much, I did capture my attention and interest as I find these sorts of rom coms with different elements to them very interesting and watchable. I personally do not have much patience so I like that the story keeps me going and keeps my attention. I also enjoy the touch of mystery in it, and the fact that it is an extra point to it and not the main thing, but just all different kind of point brought and set up together, it is very cleverly done and enjoyable to watch. Definitely recommend this series as it is appropriate for several different genres that you may like. I expect it to be endearing and have an unpredictable ending.

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