Reviews

7/10 FC Couples

This Korean sports-romance BL series revolves around soccer, but ironically didn't show much about the sport part.
It's basically about the romance between the soccer players.
But since people who are watching this series aren't looking to watch a soccer match, I don't think that it's gonna be a problem. In fact, I think all fujoshi will enjoy this series very much. Cause there's so much skinship and lovey dovey scenes between the couples. The main couple is Do Ji Woo and Ryu Kyung Jae. The side couple is Yoon Tae Young and Lee Sun Bin. Even though the main couple has built a good chemistry, somehow I'm shipping the side couple more. I don't know why, maybe cause they're cuter together than the main couple. If you're a BL fan, don't miss out on this one. The story is pretty good and you'll be satisfied with the amount of BL scenes in it.

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10/10 Feedbacks

10/10 Feedback

At first, I honestly didn’t expect much from this series and thought it would be just another average show. However, the moment I finished the first episode, my opinion completely changed. Everything about it exceeded my expectations. The characters are interesting and well-developed, the performances feel natural, and the production quality is surprisingly impressive. From the cinematography to the storytelling, every element works together beautifully. What impressed me the most was how quickly the series pulled me into its world and left me wanting more. After every episode, I found myself craving the next one because the story is so engaging. The ending of each episode leaves you excited and impatient for what comes next. Now I’m desperately hoping for a second season because waiting for more content feels impossible. This series truly deserves all the praise it gets!

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Simple yet good.

Another K-BL and I'm starting to get anxious about watching them because I've seen so much bad rather than good. What I like about Korean Bl's is that they're sooo short so I can easily finish the series if it ends up being bad lmaoo. This series however, wasn't bad, unlike the others. It was simple but extremely good. I love how it strictly followed its plot and didn't add unnecessary things.

This series got me surprisingly locked in. I was really curious whether or not to trust Jin Hwan and I just purely watched to see if Min Ju would forgive him just for the story to take a small turn. I just kept on wanting more of those flashbacks and I wanted to see more of the actions Jin Hwan did towards Min Ju and I kept on getting more curious.

They really left me on a cliffhanger and I just didn't believe Jin Hwan at first, he seems so sketchy and just... yeah. He just doesn't seem like someone I would trust either. Another thing to add to this is how I actually didn't expect Min Ju to forgive Jin Hwan and Jin Hwan was soooo fucking sketchy like everything he excused made 0 sense and honestly I assumed he was lying about everything.

Acting is really good, they really got me especially Chae Jong, It's sad he hasn't really been in any series or movies this year. I really look forward to see more of him. He might be the reason I was so locked in, he was truly captivating. I'm not even joking I was mesmerised at how good he acted the feelings out. What I also really liked was that he made it feel real, not the other characters (Sorry Seong). Feel like I can relate to Kim Min Ju extremely. I always have that feeling of not feeling good enough for someone. I also dated a popular dude years ago and I felt exactly how Min Ju felt, like I could be replaced any moment and I was scared he would stop liking me, but I also didn't wanna be to clingy to him.

I have read the Manhwa years ago so I don't remember much and I can't compare them but I am planning to reread it for sure to be able to differentiate between them. I do remember really like the Manhwa, it's sad I didn't know about the live action earlier.

I'm gonna be honest, on some aspects the series is good but could be improved, like more episodes and more character to the locations, but that's something I always like. Even if I think the surroundings were extremely empty I also like it at the same time because that empty love really goes well on it. I would've loved longer episodes and more in depth characters, especially side characters like the best friends of Jin Hwan. I think they didn't give us proper background information to add to that 'emptiness' but I'm just saying it would've been nice. .

I'm gonna be honest I was expecting them to get married hahhaha, but eyyy at least they cleared up their arguments.

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6/10 For Adachi and Kurosawa fans only

The movie is a continuation of the relationship between Adachi (the virgin who at 30 discovers he can read minds) and Kurosawa (his work colleague secretly in love with him).
The movie reverses things a bit. At the end of the series, Adachi was a virgin no more (this is all handled quite discreetly by the way) and at the beginning of the movie Adachi and Kurosawa haven't yet done "the deed" and so Adachi can still read minds. And so the movie proceeds from that point.
It's all very pleasant but frankly it's a bit boring. Make no mistake, Eiji Akaso and Keita Machada are still good in their roles and if you want to experience the "warm fuzzies" there are plenty of such scenes between the two of them, all presented with a romantic loving glow. But much of the humor from the series is absent and what drama there is still feels low stakes and easily resolved. But I'm sure fans of the series will be happy to see them together again albeit in the context of a rather weak plot.

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7/10 Stay Hopeful After The Rain

This Japanese BL series beautifully explores the reunion of two young men in their twenties who were once close friends during high school. As they reconnect years later, long-buried emotions finally come to the surface when one of them bravely confesses feelings he had hidden for years. While the storyline is relatively simple, it carries a strong emotional impact that resonates throughout the series. The direction is thoughtful, the performances feel natural and sincere, and the chemistry between the leads makes every scene engaging. The pacing never drags, keeping the viewer invested from beginning to end. With its heartfelt storytelling, touching moments, and satisfying conclusion, this is a charming and memorable BL drama that deserves a place on every fan’s watch list.

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Enjoyable Watch Despite Flaws

When this recently appeared on Netflix I jumped at the chance to see Park Shin Hye as a 19 or 20-year-old - the age she pretended to be in the recent series Undercover Miss Hong. The Miss Hong series had the good sense to poke fun at the idea that a 36-year-old Shin Hye could pass for a 20-year-old new hire. In this series, we get to see her as she was way back then.

This romantic dramedy appeared in 2009 and was an early effort by the Hong sisters who also wrote The Master’s Sun, A Korean Odyssey, Hotel del Luna, Alchemy of Souls, Can This Love Be Translated, and the upcoming Grand Galaxy Hotel, a sequel to Hotel del Luna.

Shin Hye plays both genders in a boy-girl twin duo. This girl lives in a convent and works at an orphanage where apparently she and her twin brother grew up. She is a devout, innocent and very clumsy novice about to leave for Italy to become a nun. Her twin brother, a major rock music star, develops a health problem and is secretly sequestered in a US hospital. His agent persuades her to assume her brother’s identity and join an existing popular rock band as the new fourth member temporarily until her brother returns to resume his identity and continue his career. So we have her trying to pass as a guy, and as her secret gets revealed little by little, the romantic angle emerges because the innocent novice has strong primal urges towards one of the rock stars, and of course, he returns the favor. Dramatic complications set in when long ago connections among parents begin to slowly emerge. Lots of secrets that cause pain as they get revealed.

Is there such a thing as identical boy-girl twins? No. There can only be fraternal twins. Does she look and act remotely like a guy? No. So that’s why this leans towards a 16-hour-long situation comedy. A situation comedy is based on dumb decisions and plot twists that are at best highly improbable, and we get an abundance of both. We have to overlook the obvious that the characters in the story seem oblivious to.

The biggest flaw is in its direction. Perhaps because the situations are so outlandish, the director decided to run with it and apparently had his actors and, in particular, the two leads, Shin Hye and Keun Suk, display over-the-top exaggerated facial expressions. I found myself in several scenes reimagining how the actors might have done the script lines minus the exaggerated expressions and acting we were treated to. This is particularly true for Shin Hye. The direction mishaps are not limited to facial expressions. In an early scene, Shin Hye is sneaking through a room using the high stepping Pink Panther walk! Or she does this tiny mincing walk that no guy would ever do. I’m sure she was directed to do that. And I suspect she and they were encouraged, if not outright told, to perform as they did. I suspect once this series was released these flaws pretty much ended the director’s career.

However, despite the above points, I couldn’t resist and looked forward to watching each new episode, and that was because the story was well written, and the heart of the characters came through strongly.


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A weakness in the script was the lack of an attempt to put the twins together in the same scene, something hard to do for obvious reasons but noticeably lacking. There were needed script additions to cover glaring holes. Throughout the story, the girl never talks to her brother by phone which would be so easy to do. Towards the end, when he returns to Korea, it is inconceivable that they would not get together to exchange information. As she uncovered certain truths and secrets regarding their common past, it is extremely unlikely she wouldn’t tell him. It was therefore necessary to deal with the fact that she would contact him and he would have reactions to these truths which would impact his presence in the rock group. At a absolute minimum there should have been at least a few lines, perhaps a phone call, in which she indicates she told her brother something of these important details, e.g. their mother is in fact dead, how she died, THE MOTHER’S NAME! The script, perhaps because of budget issues and time constraints, left these gaping holes and kind of too hurriedly finished things up.

The ending between the two leads felt truncated. Usually, we get more satisfying wrap-ups and we learn more about the happy ending, but this one just had one real feel good scene and then left us hanging.

Despite these flaws, I found it an enjoyable watch and well worth the time.

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10/10 Hsiao-chuan Chang Should Be A Star!

10/10 Hsiao-chuan Chang Should Be A Star!
In a perfect world actor Hsiao-chuan Chang would be a star.
He is the most subtle and sexiest actor I have seen in decades. His face is a knockout---especially his perfect lips.
But the innocence he brings to his character is heart stopping.
Eternal Summer is a subtle and sexy Taiwanese movie that is beautifully directed and written by Leste Chen. Every scene and camera shot is perfection.
I found myself going back and watching scenes over and over again---especially, of course, the highly erotic love scene between male actors Bryant Chang and Hsiao-chuan Chang.
Gorgeous. Sexy. Subtle. True.
Bravo.

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9/10 I'm not Japanese but...

From the start of this movie I was captivated by the gentleness of things I know from my life. The love story is played so very well by very competent actors dealing with a world that may be dangerous or end up being heavan itself.
Choppy waters that we all swim in the madness that we live in.
The connection and care and love is very real here, so many parts of this film I have lived myself and I am so grateful for the people who made this story into film.
Not hard to say but as a gay man everywhere in the world I've been...we have the same/similar things about us and this sensitive, strong, human story speaks for many of us, thank you film makers and all who constructed this for its honesty, much respect.

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10/10 Difficult to translate

10/10 Difficult to translate////////////////////////////////
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This movies is seriously difficult to translate. After reading some of the reviews, I can see how the subtitles cannot hurdle past the culture gap. Yes, there're a lot of yelling.
Yes, the screenplay seems messy. But the story is told through the eyes of a young teenager, coming to term with his father's death and is confused by the surrounding mess and emotions. You really have to read between the lines in order to understand how each of the characters is coping with the trauma. I really enjoyed the film despite the yelling.
It's worth the watch.

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10/10 Our beautiful Wang Jinghan

10/10 Our beautiful Wang Jinghan//////////////////////
…………………………………………………………………- Best actors with superb performance and no one can replace them. A beautiful story and the way everyone is doing their parts are incredible... Specially our Wang Jinghan as pei yanzhi....what a lovely performance..how he is devoting his love without expressing it to the one he love...the eyes that speaks woahhh...a great
performance..love you all and all the best to you all...and I really love everyone's performance...…..You must Watch !

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heartwarming

The drama follows Qing Ye and Xing Wu from their high school years into adulthood, allowing viewers to witness not only the evolution of their relationship but also their personal growth. Rather than focusing solely on romance, the story explores dreams, family struggles, friendships, and the difficult process of discovering who you want to become.
What Dazzling offers is a warm, heartfelt, and refreshing journey filled with growth, friendship, first love, and the feeling of finding your place in the world.

Without a doubt, my favorite aspect of the series was Zhazhating. More than just a setting, the town becomes the soul of the drama. Its streets, its people, and its strong sense of community create an atmosphere that feels incredibly authentic and comforting. The coastal scenery and small-town charm give the drama a unique identity and contribute greatly to its nostalgic and healing atmosphere.

The romance itself is sweet and easy to root for. Qing Ye and Xing Wu complement each other beautifully, and their relationship develops naturally over time. I particularly appreciated that the drama allows them to influence each other's lives in meaningful ways. Their story is not built on endless misunderstandings or unnecessary drama, but on mutual support and shared experiences. Guan Xiaotong and Li Yunrui also have a very comfortable chemistry that makes the romance feel genuine and effortless.

What surprised me most was how relaxing the drama felt. There is a lightness to Dazzling that makes it incredibly easy to watch. It captures the emotions of youth, summer, and small-town life without becoming overly sentimental. The story has a gentle pace that allows viewers to simply enjoy spending time with the characters and their world.

That said, I do think the final part of the drama was weaker than the rest. Some developments felt rushed, and a few storylines could have benefited from more time and attention before reaching their conclusion. After such a carefully built journey, the ending occasionally seemed eager to tie everything together too quickly. However, while I was not completely satisfied with every narrative choice near the end, I still found the conclusion emotionally satisfying and consistent with the overall tone of the drama.

Overall, the charm of Zhazhating, the warmth of its people, and the gradual growth of the characters created a world that was easy to become attached to. It felt like spending time in a place you wouldn't mind visiting again.

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Rare gold, not pure and perfect but brilliant

I recommend this drama to those who are tired of serial killer and revenge thrillers like me. I'm pretty selective about the shows I watch, and I rarely finish any these days, but I was hooked on this one all the way through, except for the last episode or two. The ending does feel like a letdown, but that's common in most movies and TV shows anyway. In summary, I would compare this drama to the Fargo series in terms of storyline, mood, and graphic violence. I'm fine with the fact that the main character isn't a super smart, kick-ass heroine. She's just an average nobody, much like Woogy. But Woogy is endearing, while the main character's journey makes her more unlikable as it progresses. Typically in this case, a tragic ending or just consequence helps redeem the protagonist's mistakes and crime. The theme music has a dark and sad vibe, and the opening graphic with the glowing gold tower feels like a dream, hinting that all this running and chasing might be for nothing. So, the unexpectedly happy ending feels a bit off and seems like a cheap way to set up another season. Even with some flaws and holes, this drama is a gold flake in sand.

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I had never considered China's position in World War 2 and this drama really forces you to confront that. Between the internal strife of the Communist vs Nationalist parties, Japan's occupation of China and the realities of world war 2, there is plenty of action in this show. Despite that, it is quite slow-paced. The drama focuses on a group of scholars from Fuhua university and the Hanguang Squadron in the Chinese Air Force. Despite a big cast, the series does a good job of getting you to care about all the characters.

I really enjoyed how heatfelt the story was, and how much intrigue was wrapped into it. I would not have usually picked this style of show, but I was pleasantly surprised by it. Themes of loyalty, stife and corruption were deeply interweaved, and of course, a deep sense of patriotic pride which cannot be escaped when one encounters a war drama.

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Meng Haitang and Zhang Qi were so endearing, and while they did not have a lot of screen time their love story is so endearing. Haitang was such a resolute character, and I really enjoyed her quiet resilience. Also, in my opinion, she is made of iron because what do you MEAN she walked from Beiping to Kunming in the midst of a war? She's incredible.

I really appreciated the tension of Zhang Qi being an incredible pilot and not being able to fly. I think the writers really encapsulated what some soldiers who were injured may have felt. Zheng Nianqiao's consistent and fierce loyalty was my favorite part about him. He was a stellar chacracter and I was rooting for Qianying the whole time.

For a war drama almost solely focused on the impacts of the war, this drama did a great job of pulling you into the lives of these characters and their various stories. Of course, it's still a drama and it had its' melodramatic moments but all in all I enjoyed it.

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overall good watch

so i usually hate old kdramas but i end up still watching them because something about the cliche storylines and characters just keeps me going and dream high is the perfect example of that. the only reason i started it is because of the star cast and ok taecyeon whom i absolutely love. But this drama actually gave more than what i expected. The pace of the story is really good. They don't hang onto anything the story keeps going so it doesn't get boring. The character development of annoying characters was pretty good as well ( i still hate baek hee and will not forgive her for the flower pot thing). It was more of a coming of age drama about friendship and dreams than romance. There was a love triangle like most old kdramas but both the leads were good, no one sabotaged the other, although the pair that ended up together wasn't the one i was rooting for but thats okay because as i said this show was more about friendship than romance.

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