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In a smaller, more rural part of Korea, a girl and her family move there after an unfortunate series of events. They end up under the wrath of something worse than a church with the young daughter in the forefront. We follow her journey of struggle and escape. Seo Ye Ji's acting was amazing. I wish they had elaborated more on their family's past life in Seoul, specifically the brother. The humor between the cop and his son is very heartwarming to see. I felt like they started off with a hint of tension of romance but completely forgot all about it towards the ending, but it didn't take much of the plot so that was ok but it was still disappointing. My first dark drama, I would say a solid 7, but 8 if being generous :)

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Unexpected

This is my first time writing a review. So this is based on my opinion.

The story was well-written, the acting was well-done. I can feel their feelings of hopelessness. At first I tought the men in black are the one responsible for the deadly game. before I knew who the "Admin" was, I make a lot of wild assumptions. I didn't expect that the students who were being bullied already died. I was thinking that he is probably the "Admin". At the end, I was surprised that the teacher was added to group. It is sad that only four out of 22 student that survive until the end. I didn't expect that the "Admin" was an Artificial Intelligence (AI) . It's crazy that the AI can kill a real person. BTW I'm still confused on how the "Admin" or the AI was able to kill them. I know that they will be killed if they don't follow the rules of the game. But they won't be killed as long as they were away from their phone. So, is the phone a murder weapon? And about the four "target" why are the bullies not included to the "target". The student wasted their friends because they thought the bullies are the target. Well, for me, this drama is worth watching. And I hope there will be more dramas like this.

Watching this Drama reminded me to Korean dramas such as Squid Game, Night Has Come, All Of Us Are Dead, and Duty After School. I really like survival type dramas.

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It's one thing for a single man to find out he has a daughter but to find out he is a grandfather too? Makes for a very, very cute movie. I must say, as usual Cha Tae Hyun does not disappoint in his movies. Playing Hyun Soo and watching his character evolve was precious and Park Bo Young? What a joy! This is my first time seeing her and I'll tell you what, if that was her singing, someone needs to give her a singing contract. I don't know if she was but whoever it was had a wonderful voice. And let's not forget little Wang Seok Hyeon as Ki Dong. So cute and so precious. Who wouldn't fall in love with him! If you want to watch a movie that at the end puts a smile on your face, this is it!!

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No series has ever got me so frustrated and involved in the story like the show!!!
First of all, I found out about this show from the book and the forums where people were trying hard to somehow live ideas or advice for the authors. Why you may ask? It's because this story is real, it's based on a book that is an autobiographical book. The author is the main character and even to this day, she does not show her face at book signings or fan meetings (she always wears a mask- you can see her on youtube).

This series actually shows the horrible experience a couple had to go through because of society (there are a lot of silent "whys?", that the viewers can think about). As this happens in Japan a place where mental health/ trauma is not considered real/a problem and where women talking about sex are not accepted. It portrays a true filling of being helpless when needing help.
The pressure and frustration, are easily imaginable because the problems don't get fixed in big part because of the location, this is as real as it gets.
This is not a simple TV show this is a very intimate journal.
The story is unique as I never heard of any other case quite like this one. The pain is real.

The cast is good and the chemistry works, the story is accurate, they kept the series faithful to the book.

My advice is don't look at this project as a simple TV show looks at is as a confession of a friend in need, because the story already happened and it can't be changed. The viewer this time becomes a witness for this couple's hard/painful times.
I even want to read the book so I am searching for the official Eng translation for some time now (years).

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cutest dating show

I'm very invested in this show, i like how they are very honest to each other. I really ship Heeji and Pyeongseok (they r the cutest!!!), they dated up till now after the show. Heeji is the best girl, she's a peacemaker, the mom! i like how they are very natural, and there's a funny moment when they drink champagne for the first time. they said that the color of the champagne is pretty and elegant but it tasted not good. the show is a little bit slow paced but considering the cast's age i think it's perfect. what a pity with such a few episode!! i need more unreleased clips!! a lot of moment have me butterflies in my stomach. I really recommend u guys to watch, they r so freaking cute!

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Better than anticipated

Let's start with the obvious, it's a 100+ episodes type drama focused on Revenge.
If you have seen one, you've most likely see most of them
The recipe stays the same: Lead will experience abuses, than when she/he lost enough will dedicate itself to Revenge . Then will find a enemy of its enemy, and 100 episodes later the vilains will get what they deserve.

If you don't like that type of drama, you probably never will.
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Intro done, let's start the true review.

Story:
For this type of drama, it was pretty good.
The beginning is hard to digest but i advice you to hold on until at least the revenge path has started.
At first, the vilains are way too vilainous, it's caricatural.
The Fl and her family are weak and pathetic...
But it gets better, and at some point you might find yourself engaged in the story.

The characters evolve, the weak will become less naive and more cunning.
The bad guys will feel the axe of revenge fall over their heads.
The fact that the FL is actively involved in the revenge was truly appreciated. She does not just depend on her allies.
I also like the fact that the romance was not overbearing, the true focus stays on the revenge.
P.s: Special mention , no amnesy plot, or FL revealed as the hidden daughter of the enemy... that's quite refreshing.

Acting.
Minus one character that was too much (ML's mother) but probably on purpose, the acting was pretty okay

Music:
I won't remember this soundtrack, but at least it did not bother me.

Rewatch value?
I binge-watched this show.
Once the introduction's act was done, it became quite ok.
In a few year, i might rewatch this.

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BEST SCHOOL CHINESE DRAMA

Worth my time watching.. realistic story of love, friendship, family as well as working environment. The leads match well with each other and whole cast. The storyline is so amazing.. A realistic view of a relationship that is mostly common in real life these days (unlike many dramas both rich characters), how they deal and overcome issues both in love, family and work. How he proved his love for her despite of his familu status. How she stayed by his side thru ups and down???

They are both rookie in showbusiness but they nailed it. Hope to watch more dramas of u two. I really love their chemistry.

Surely watch it over and over..❤️❤️❤️

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This show is not the best thing you'll ever watch but it's honestly not the worst show you'll ever watch. The chemistry between Kae and Pop is actually pretty fantastic; even though it was quick, it was definitely a love at first sight thing and everyone in this show is pretty good looking. I absolutely adore the best friend that helped Kae through everything and I liked her mom too. I hated Kae's family as so will a lot of you and I didn't mind Pop's family, except his mom; But I really liked his little sister a lot. You've got your good characters and you've got your terribly mean and horrible characters which is average. I liked the whole going from rags to riches kind of thing though, but Kae stayed humble and was just a great actress; she was basically your average Cinderella which was kind of cool. I didn't really care for the second characters; I'm not a huge fan of Chap anyway; I think his acting is mediocre. Overall, the story is good and easy to watch, it gets SUPER frustrating at times because well it wouldn't be a Lakorn if it wasn't; like I hated the boyfriend and side ex girlfriend and all these annoying people but it makes the show. I also hated the family like ugh.. but overall; it's a decent watch. The chemistry between the main characters are definitely nice and the music isn't terrible; if I'm bored I'd watch it again or something.

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One of the best time-travel dramas!

I AM A SUCKER FOR TIME-TRAVEL DRAMAS, but sadly there's only a handful that reaches my expectations because it's hard to tackle without getting too confusing and messy! But this one is GOOD REALLY REALLY GOOD!

HONG KONG DRAMAS WHEN THEY HIT, THEY HIT HARD! THIS ONE IS SO GOOD!
- I have always seen Vincent here and there in dramas, but this began my obsession with his dramas, this is such a hard role to nail, he does it all, from comedy or convincing jerk character to the sweetest in seconds! (It proves the range of this actor is big and he portrays all these different sides in one drama!)

SO GRIPPING
- SO I've watched over 600 dramas in the past 12 years, which means I usually can predict most drama plots, but this drama surprised me on multiple occasions
- It's fast-paced, the characters are endearing, and my favourite part? THE CREATIVITY!
-The plot is WOW!

Rewatchable? Yup! I rewatched half of it in one day recently with my parents, totally fun to watch with friends and family. Highly recommend this!

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I wonder what everyone loved that I missed?

Things that stay in my mind: Shao Fei's exaggerated facial expressions, Tang Yi's meaningless blank stares, bad environmental shots and absurd plot, cute workplace friends and fatherly chairman who are very enjoyable to watch.

When Tang Yi gives a little face, Shao Fei, who falls in love without waiting or thinking, immediately accepts it without doubting or wondering if I am gay. Because if your same sex is close to you, your first thought is to be gay. Because there is no such thing as intimacy, friendship ?

Our second couple was very nice, but it was cut very short. I loved both characters ? I wish they had reduced the scenes of the first couple and increased the scenes of this couple

In general, it is a series that I did not like, I did not feel much passion, I could not connect with the characters. Of course, it's still going, whoever likes it will like it again. If it got such a high vote, I respect it to the end. I wonder what everyone loved that I missed?

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The Knight of Shadow : (9.5/10.0)

[WARNING: the rating and review I give have the possibility to be subjective due to my preference for the genres, scenes or casts]

So, I watched this movie at the cinema. I'm not watching this to see Jackie Chan, but to see Austin Lin (^o^) (I'm so sorry, Jackie XD) And oh my God, I always laugh when he come to the screen! Especially when he dressed up like a woman! (^o^)

For the story, I love how the story taste light in the beginning and then become heavy from middle to end without leave the comedy aspect. A little minus point from me is a 3D animation for Caichen when he standing (or flying should I say) at the Lanruo. For me, the standing pose is simple enough, they no need to use the 3D animation. That's my opinion tho (^_^)

After all, I will watch this movie again for sure (^_^)

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Sexy start then it fizzled

I had this on my plant to watch for a while and having recently watched one of Park Seo Joon's dramas, I was in the mood for more so I decided to watch this one.

I'm not a particular fan of Noona romance dramas despite having watched a few of them. Usually, if the leads have good chemistry I will enjoy it for the story and not place too much weight on age. The beginning was exceptionally sexy, but giving its comedic style, it introduced the characters in an entertaining way.

The story seemed to be going well up until they introduced the second love interest. From then on the tone of the plot completely changed from funny and lighthearted to dramatic and depressive. That exciting sexy vibe was no longer there and the characters' personalities kind of flipped to match the new direction of the story.

I kept waiting for the drama to pick back up to where it was before but that didn't really happen and it left me feeling unsatisfied until the end. Nothing stood out in any particular way and while it's still an OK watch unless you are a huge fan of Park Seo Joon you can skip this.

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I loved this series. I never thought I'd find such an interesting take on female characterization and deconstruction of female stereotypes in this drama by the time I started watching it. I was faced with my own pre-conceptions of internalized misogyny more than once and I thank it for showing me better. The sisters seemingly represent prototypes of female characters, showing in the surface what the viewer can easily assume, whereas the only character who really knows them fully is non other than their mother, whose figure is extremely important. This drama works on the value that women give themselves versus the one society gives them in a lot of moments, especially in Takemi's character but also in every one of the sisters. Takemi superficially seems the careless gorgeous heart-breaker, Fujiko seems like the obsessive over-achiever, Sakurako seems like the girl who just wants to settle down in the most traditional way and Ume seems like the artsy teen with low self esteem. And they are that. Only in part. Discovering these characters throughout the series is like seeing the tip of an iceberg to then explore what's lying beneath. And, as a girl, I felt very deeply many of the worries and tribulations these girls go through. Yes, there are some plot-lines that could have been better taken care of and some characters that could have been more developed, but all in all, it's a drama where girls are the center and they're realistically portrayed, all funny exaggerations and caricature moments aside. I really loved this drama.

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Well, it's not an easy movie to watch, that's for sure. The trailer gives you a glimpse of the drama in the movie, so just to reassure - it's far from any action. What's that about then? Definitely it shows the society's degradation really well, and hopelessness, in a slow, but not boring mood. It's like seeing a dim light at the end of a tunnel and trying to make your companions see it too.
Enough about the plot. Acting - amazing! The characters are multidimensional and the main cast reflects that nearly flawlessly. They differ greatly, and despite little development, you get to see their ups and downs very credible. If the actors have by any chance better portrayals so far it can be only by little.
As for a music lover there wasn't enough of it. As for the way is was shoot - it was perfectly enough, and was once again great indeed.
As a summary: it wasn't westernized too much (not at all if you've seen, form the newest production, World of Kanako), it was soot beautifully despite showing the ugliness. Why 8, then? It's not something you'd yearn to see again. There's a high chance not to get bored - but only if you do enjoy this kind of cinema. And there's ending that might be... well, this you need to see yourself!

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This movie just left me :O
The story was simple, but quietly and effectively told. If you are adverse to mature scenes, this will not be the movie for you. While there is not much in the way of skin shown, a couple of scenes are pretty explicit.
They are not gratuitous, though and they are integral to the story we are being shown. Jang Hyuk's character finds himself in quite the predicament for a moment's indiscretion. His student swiftly spirals out of control and so does his life. I can't give away what happens, but the buildup of tension and ultimate climax (no pun intended) left me with my jaw hanging open.

Acting was sensational. The actress that played Young Eun gave me goosebumps. Her portrayal of YE was the best performance in the movie.

Music - don't really remember the music, so it didn't stand out
Re-watch value - marked lower because the punch is gone once you've seen it.

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