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Hana Kimi
9 people found this review helpful
by Rourou
Apr 9, 2012
15 of 15 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 8.0
Story 8.0
Acting/Cast 8.0
Music 6.0
Rewatch Value 6.0
The main reason that I gave this drama an 8 is its unsatisfying ending since it made me feel so bad; it have been years since I watched it but I can't get over that ending.
Generally speaking, I liked the drama and the main lead actors but Ella's acting was a serious flaw since it can be overdone sometimes.
If you want to like this drama you have to stop comparing it to the 2007 japanese version; They may share the general story and characters but there are huge differences between them so watch this without previous expectations and you will love it; just feel the events like you've never watched the japanese version and you're going to fall for it.
However, the ending sucked: it's a warning for endings lovers, if you want to like this drama forget about its ending.

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Hana Kimi Remake
28 people found this review helpful
by Rourou
Apr 9, 2012
11 of 11 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 7.0
Story 8.0
Acting/Cast 7.0
Music 7.0
Rewatch Value 5.0
Many people would say why did they have to do a remake, others thought of it as an irritating act while they haven't even gave it a try !!
I hate judging something without giving it a try so I watched the remake; At first I was confused about the cast, it took me two episodes to get used to it then as the episodes went on I had great feelings for this drama: it's much faithfull to the manga than the original.
There were some personalities that differs from the original one ; some were great and some weren't, I didn't get disappointed while watching plus the ending was a little better than other versions.
Anyway , seeing Hana Kimi's story all over again deserve wasting my timee on it so don't care what people who haven't watched it say just give it a go and make your own conclusion.

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Fated to Love You
35 people found this review helpful
by Rourou
Apr 9, 2012
24 of 24 episodes seen
Completed 1
Overall 8.0
Story 8.0
Acting/Cast 8.0
Music 7.0
Rewatch Value 7.0
I don't usually watch Taiwanese dramas but when I do, I tend to choose well.
This drama is one of those that captured me from the start. I've got to tell you that the 1st episode is a masterpiece; it was well done in many ways, i believe it was one of the greatest 1st episodes that I've ever seen and the reason that made me proceed with the rest of the drama.
The story was cool, somehow unique containing a good cast and great supporting roles.
There were many changes in the drama's storyline which made it more interesting.
Fated to love you is one of those dramas that you have to like from the 1st episode or simply drop it because events are so attached.
Just watch the 1st episode and see with yourself.

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Goong
8 people found this review helpful
Apr 9, 2012
24 of 24 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 7.0
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 9.0
Music 5.0
Rewatch Value 6.0
People advised me to watch this drama, so I did it.
I downloaded all episodes to watch on Easter weekend, because I wouldn't have internet, and watched it in 2/3 days.

Since I was afraid the links weren't full, I watched a few of each episode in advance, and what I saw made me speechless, and wanting to watch more and more... In the end, it was a bit disappointing.

It is totally surprising that those lead actors were newcomers in acting. They were so good, especially Yoon Eun Hye. The other actors were also great, just that since those were newcomers.... They almost blew my mind. It was pretty good.

It's a cute, funny and romantic drama :)

About the plot... I think they had EVERYTHING to turn the drama into an amazing drama.
Every episode was the same, they kept going with slow steps until the end, not adding twists or cliffhangers.
At the beginning, I thought it was good because I don't like those dramas when in the episode four the characters are already in love. But I watched the 4, the 5, the 15, the 18.... And it remained like that. All about jealousy and some cute scenes, but not much.

I think it was too long for that, only on the 23rd episode they start to show their feelings and a strong love... They could have make the drama shorter (16 episodes more or less) if they didn't know what to put more; they could show their strong love around the 16th episode and then add somehow a twist, like his dad almost dying or the cousin stealing the throne, and make the female character to support him or something....

The drama was a bit boring, I was waiting for more.
But It's still a great drama, and it's really funny :)

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Sungkyunkwan Scandal
6 people found this review helpful
Apr 9, 2012
20 of 20 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 9.0
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 9.0
Music 8.0
Rewatch Value 10
There are many things that I loved about this drama. 1) When the guy falls for the girl he doesn't waiver. He freaks out a little because he thinks he is gay, but he still ends up loving her even when he thinks she is a him. 2) The roommates fight for her not against each other. 3) The bromance between all the guys is too cute!!! 4) The romance between Lee Sun Joon and Kim Yoon Hee/Kim Yoon Shik is beautiful!!! 5)All of the actors were good and the story was well written.

Things about it that bothered me was that Park Min Young in no way looks like a guy and it is weird that not every guy at Sungkyunkwan new she was a guy. Not that Park Min Young didn't do a good job acting, but she is just really feminine.

The ending was AWESOME!!! Which is good in my book and I put the rewatch at a 10 because I rewatched it!!! ;-)

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Yamato Nadeshiko Shichi Henge
8 people found this review helpful
by Kate91
Apr 8, 2012
10 of 10 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 10
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 10
Rewatch Value 10
Top of my drama list for a reason!!!
I had neither seen the anime or read the manga, therefore had to idea what to expect when I watched this. However after just two episodes I was hooked and it fast became one of thoses shows where you just have to watch the next episode no matter how late at night (or early in the moring) it is.
The great acting, music and script make it a must watch and since buying the DVD have found it is one of those rare masterpieces that you always end-up going back to, to rewatch when there is nothing on and never get tired of it!
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High School Debut
4 people found this review helpful
by Kate91
Apr 8, 2012
Completed 0
Overall 7.0
Story 7.0
Acting/Cast 7.0
Music 8.0
Rewatch Value 6.0
As a movie you would watch again and again it has very little value. However the classic story combined with cheesy sets, cast and scenes make it a good film to add to your watch list when you are feeling depressed, simply because you will either giggle either at the outrageousness of the characters or laugh out loud at the strangeness of the film as a whole.
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Devil Beside You
23 people found this review helpful
by Rourou
Apr 8, 2012
20 of 20 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 8.0
Story 8.0
Acting/Cast 8.0
Music 7.0
Rewatch Value 7.0
I've read many great reviews about this drama but I guess they're giving it a lot of attention that it shouldn't have. Yes, the drama is cool but you can't possibly have high expectations because you may get disappointed.
Anyway, the story is nice and different which matters the most, the actors were great plus they had one of the most awesome chemestries out there and let's not forget the great supporting roles.
I had fun while watching this drama this is one of the Taiwanese dramas that i don't care about the language while watching it because i was so focused on the great events.
If you're hesitating about this one and haven't watched it yet then you should give it a go but don't get your hopes too high.

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Delightful Girl, Choon Hyang
17 people found this review helpful
by Rourou
Apr 8, 2012
17 of 17 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 7.0
Story 7.0
Acting/Cast 8.0
Music 6.0
Rewatch Value 5.0
This drama was; containing a respectable storyline with good actors that knows how to deliver feelings and emotions and let's not forget the nice events combination which gathered romance, youth, sadness, joy and even action.
Except the second lead male and the father, I don't believe I will remember anyone of the supporting roles. I had to skip the unwanted parts in order to continue watching this drama because it had many slow events and even fell into dragging
Episode 1-2-17 are the best episodes in the drama.
Anyway, this is a decent drama if you skip the slow parts.

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A Moment to Remember
2 people found this review helpful
by b2uty
Apr 8, 2012
Completed 1
Overall 8.0
Story 8.0
Acting/Cast 10
Music 8.0
Rewatch Value 9.0
This movie is so bitter sweet, like Romeo & Juliet. It' such a tragic story, but at the same time their love is so powerful and beautiful it makes the movie worth watching. Although im only giving it an 8, i really did love this movie. The acting was amazing and the story was very creative. It wasn't really an 'edge of your seat' kind of movie and i ended up watching it over the span of two days. The romantic aspect of the movie is so beautiful.. almost surreal in the sense that its pretty much love at first sight. It kind of reminded me of a Korean take of Jordin Sparks; The Notebook in many ways other then the obvious fact that both female leads have alzheimer's.
This movie is definitely a great one. i would recommend it to anyone who likes romance. Its a tear jerker though so bring some kleenex and keep it beside you. ^^

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Secret Garden
14 people found this review helpful
Apr 8, 2012
20 of 20 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 10
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 10
Rewatch Value 10
What can I say really? It's hard to find the words to explain how amazing this drama really is. The storyline...different and unique. The romance...intense and real. The action (haha I wish there was more!). The music....AWESOME! One of the best k-dramas out there and I'm sure it will remain that way. At least to me. Great drama! :)
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Protect the Boss
7 people found this review helpful
Apr 8, 2012
18 of 18 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 10
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 10
Rewatch Value 10
Totally love this drama. The storyline here is very different from other dramas, only because there really isn't that one evil antagonist. Every one of the characters are loveable in their own little way ( even the "bad ones"). What drew me most was the complexity of them all. They each have little quirks about them and how they deal with those little quirks is more than a little entertaining. :p Loved every minute of the romance between the main characters and the side characters as well. Ji-Sung is absolutely hilarious and I totally fell for his childish yet loving character. Overall a great great great drama! :D

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Atashinchi no Danshi
10 people found this review helpful
Apr 8, 2012
11 of 11 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 10
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 10
Music 10
Rewatch Value 10
I really wanted a break from watching the serious k-dramas and came across Atashinchi no Danshi and I'm so glad I did! This drama is so hilarious with one of the best casts for a comedy I've ever seen. I fell in love with each and every one of the characters. Plus its wacky storyline just made the whole drama all the more entertaining. But don't just think it's all knee slapping comedy (even thought most of it is)...it's a got a great little tid bit of romance as well. This has to be the first drama I've ever watched that I didn't spot the two love interests right away. It took a bunch of episodes before I realized who she'd end up with. Talk a about romantic suspense! :PPP

Overall this is a light hearted and fun drama with an awesome cast that you'll want to watch again and again!

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In Time with You
11 people found this review helpful
Apr 8, 2012
13 of 13 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 10
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 10
Rewatch Value 10
I've watched many dramas and they all have had kiss scenes that made me squeal or go AWWW, but this drama in particular brought me to tears. The plot is extremely realistic and the lines within this drama seem to have so much depth that one can relate it to real life. Of course, every drama is kind of like a fairy tale that one wants for it to come true, but this drama makes it seem so realistic that makes the viewer believe it is possible. The ups and downs in this show had my heart beat going with it, that is, from one moment I'm smiling like crazy and in seconds I want to cry on the inside. The play on words in this drama was spectacular because it was so realistic and insightful. The characters chosen for this drama is simply amazing they all placed the parts extremely well, and for the music in the drama, it is completely perfect. All the music in the drama plays at the correct parts with the correct timing and everything! I would definitely recommend this drama to just about anyone. It is extremely realistic, funny, romantic, and just simply amazing. The last thing I guess I would add is that it also teaches lessons that everyone goes through, and for all you know, it might teach you something from a point of view that you would have never thought about.

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Nana
14 people found this review helpful
Apr 8, 2012
Completed 0
Overall 8.0
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 8.0
Music 8.0
Rewatch Value 8.0
Being a lover of NANA, I did enjoy this movie. although a lot of the storyline was cut out due to time considerations, the movie does follow the manga somewhat. I was impressed by the actress who played the main characters. I felt they displayed the different personalities very well.
I also love the OST. The music sang by Nakashima Mika were very inspiring and emotional I really enjoyed her performance.

I would recommend this movie to anyone, especially NANA fans.
Happy Watching :)
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