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The chaotic escape in pursuit of reclaiming riches, living a better life and obtaining true love. <3
"Paths are made by walking. No path is predetermined. If we don't want this path, we can choose another. Follow your heart, and reach where you wish." - Luo LingyuStumbling upon and picking up this drama brought back great excitement and nostalgia to me. It took me back to the times when I was new to C-dramaland and was binge-watching idol dramas non-stop without much expectation or prejudice—just watching for fun, a good laugh, and a silly, cringey love story. It was a great reminder of how my obsession with C-dramas started and how much my tastes have matured since then—especially regarding production quality and value—after consuming countless S+ tier dramas.
Although this series exhibits the eccentric, unrestrained antics of a typical idol drama, what sets it apart—both past and present—is its narrative cohesiveness and impressive characterization. These elements feel like a long-lost art, especially since most costume idol dramas feel so hastily and carelessly put together nowadays.
Right from the start, the engaging plot piqued my interest. Even though it gets cringey at times due to typical idol drama tropes, I’ve never once felt irritated watching it. In fact, bingeing it episode by episode has been incredibly fun. It brings back a nostalgic feeling—something I've sorely missed. It feels like rediscovering a spark I thought was long lost, especially since the quality of costume idol dramas has plummeted over the years while my own standards have risen.
This show started strong and compelling, and it ended just as beautifully. Although there were occasional slip-ups, they were just minor plot holes that were resolved almost immediately within the same episode. So, whining and complaining about them feels nonsensical since they were literally addressed right away. Additionally, each plot point was indulgently thought out, resulting in a highly anticipated narrative that was incredibly entertaining to watch.
I had a lot of fun binge-watching the entirety of the story. Even though I found the entire Obsessive Ex-Husband (Fan Qing Chen) arc grating to watch, it actually wasn't bad at all. In fact, it flows and connects nicely to the main plot. If anything, my frustration stemmed from the choice of the final antagonist. I expected the climax and final conflict to revolve around defeating and convicting Prime Minister Chen and Mr. Kong of their crimes, not around Fan Qing Chen’s obsession and delusion regarding the female lead, Luo Ling Yu.
Anticipating a grand showdown with the story's true ultimate villains kept me on edge, so pivoting to a lovesick lunatic—who should have been dealt with ages ago—really ruined my mood. While Prime Minister Chen and Mr. Kong's downfalls were thoroughly satisfying, I still have a bitter taste in my mouth because they deserved to be the final hurdle—ending act. Imagine gearing up for a high-stakes chess match, only to end up in a psychological thriller about an ex-husband. *Exasperated sigh*
All things considered, having Fan Qingchen as the final antagonist worked surprisingly well. His aspirations and determination were entirely valid; he simply took the wrong path because he was oblivious to, or directly disregarded Luo Lingyu's feelings and predicaments. This ultimately led to his miserable situation and downfall. Furthermore, given that the romance spanned three-quarters of the plot alongside the heavy political intrigue, positioning him as the final enemy feels entirely justified upon reflection.
The ending, on the other hand, fascinated me and at the same time made me extremely happy. At last, she found herself a matrilocal husband—fitting what she was originally looking for—who was wholeheartedly willing to be one.
"From now on, I live as a member of the Luo clan, and in death, a spirit of your clan." - Lu Yun
Moving forward, let me mention the plot holes, flaws, and some other factors that affected my experience watching this show.
1. Her sister's age doesn't make sense. She said that it was 10 years ago when their parents sent them to their uncle in Shouzhou City. However, during that flashback, her sister looked like she was at least 3 to 5 years old. Therefore, her sister should be between 13 and 15 years old in the current timeline, but she appears to be around 6 to 9, which doesn't make sense at all.
2. I was so flabbergasted that despite their tough upbringing, this little sister (Luo Yun Hua) of hers remained spoiled and unable to read situations. She's reliable, I'll give her that, but her unruly behavior completely negates her good traits. It totally reminded me of the time Luo Lingyu lectured her on the boat. What a whiny, annoying kid.
3. I read a MyDramaList (MDL) review last month by someone hating on a child actress for her irritating portrayal. At the time, I found it harsh and unnecessary. But man, weeks later, here I am getting so irritated by this child actress (Li Zhi Mo) for being unbearably annoying as time passes! This is one of the reasons why I was grateful that she received little to almost no screentime at all during the second half of the show.
4. In episode 25, Lu Yun invading the enemy camp alone was just utterly stupid. It was a total suicide mission. I get that his emotions got the best of him, but wouldn't it be way wiser to actually plan things first instead of attacking blindly and unprepared? Gracious!
I read through several MDL reviews and noticed how some people hated the FL (Luo Ling Yu) for how brazen, shameless, unapologetic, and merciless she was during the first half of the show. However, by contrast, those exact qualities are what made me like her and drew me to her character. I view her behavior as a coping mechanism, given the harsh environment she grew up in after her parents passed away. She was simply hardened by her own tough experiences, which is entirely reasonable if you look at it from a different perspective. Moreover, her strange ways and beliefs made her more interesting in my eyes. She was unconventional, impertinent, and clever, which became the ultimate catalyst for her chemistry with the ML (Lu Yun), making them far more chaotically entertaining to watch.
In addition, one striking quality I genuinely love about her is her unwavering optimism. She views every problem as just a minor setback. She’s like a human power bank—someone you can always recharge your positivity and energy from during tough times.
"Face challenges bravely, and deal with obstacles wisely. We'll overcome all hardships. Things will be resolved." - Luo Lingyu
Lastly, I’m incredibly grateful that this production didn't force another CP into the story. That wise, magnificent decision let the two existing CPs truly shine without crowding the plot with too many pairings.
P.S. I really love the royal family in this drama. They are all on the same wavelength, characterized by a light vibe, a kind demeanor, and an innocence that leaves them blissfully oblivious to certain things—which makes them incredibly adorable and pleasant to watch.
Story - 9.0, I could have given it a higher rating if they hadn't messed up the final antagonists and the order in which they were supposed to be dealt with. This element was a total game-changer for me because it changed the trajectory of the story from a nerve-wracking match of wit to a psychological thriller about an ex-husband. Additionally, I wish they had controlled and balanced the facial expressions and actions of the child actress playing Luo Yun Hua. I'm sorry, but she was really annoying! Huhu
Acting/Cast - 9.5, I have decided to give this rating given that this is an idol drama and they should be acting silly, goofy, and playful most of the time. If anything, I want to commend our main cast—Allen Fang, Jelly Lin, Charles Lin, Zhao Qing, and Guo Jianan—for their exceptional execution of their characters. Dare I say that they're certified masters of idol drama acting. The reason why this is lacking that last 0.5 is because of Li Zhi Mo, the child actress. I am so sorry!
Music - 9.5, This show reminded me exactly what an idol drama OST sounds like. The entire playlist is the embodiment of the genre, perfectly capturing the vibe and complementing the mood of the show. The tracks exude a vibrant, playful, and beautiful energy that fits the drama perfectly.
Rewatch Value - 8.5, The story as a whole is nice and recommendable for people looking for a light and fun drama. Personally, I'm just not into idol dramas anymore and probably won't rewatch it. I'm giving it this rating because the plot is nice and it really is an enjoyable show to watch.
Overall - 9.0, It was truly an entertaining show to watch, and I think this score is the best rating I could give it, given my issues with it and considering my entire experience watching the show.
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still worth watching
this drama sits perfectly in between a regular length/high quality drama and a lower budget/short drama. viewers that enjoy both will most likely move past the sloppy cgi and props and focus more on the storyline.the drama's start makes it seem like the story will be centered more around the FL but the real main character is the ML. I wished we got to see more of the FL's skills as time went by but for some reason her character got less and less interesting and she never got to fully display her coroner skills (i feel like this was a huge missed opportunity, her analysis was pretty basic and limited unfortunately). the only worthy note about her is that is appears she is the only character without an "evil side".
the ML was the genius investigator and somehow he could imagine the events based on (at times) very shallow hints and evidence. unlike in FL's case, his character got the proper recognition so i dont have much to say about him, very likeable character.
the plot itself was pretty engaging, one thing you can take away from this drama is that everyone has a dark side and can turn into the very thing they fight against which makes it interesting but also sad/frustrating at times. the end contained even more unanswered questions because i guess they will come back with a second season. i really hope they do and we get to find out what truly happened to jueming's mother and her real identity.
so if you like mystery/investigation dramas, give it a try. its not super high budget but you can still enjoy it. i personally watched it in full and there were many interesting moments.
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The Cinematography Deserves Its Own Award
LOVED the cinematography, it definitely lived up to the hype. That said, I expected much more from the grand finale fight scene and ended up feeling a little disappointed. Perhaps my expectations were simply too high because the build-up from the very first episode was so strong. The pacing near the end also seemed rushed, especially the resolution between the uncle and nephew, which felt surprisingly easy after such a long and intense conflict.As for the romance, as much as I liked the main couple, the second couple completely stole the spotlight. They were given some of the most memorable and steamy scenes, and their chemistry was absolutely chemistry-ing at its finest. Every interaction between them had me completely invested. And YES, this drama also gave us top-tier villain face cards that absolutely deserve all the hype they've been getting online (Deng Kai and Lin Mu Ran). As for Zhang Linghe, I have to admit that out of all the dramas I've seen him in, this one captures his beauty the best. Every frame felt like a visual feast, and he looked absolutely breathtaking throughout the entire drama.
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From a non-fan of zombie series
As the title of my review suggests, I'm not particularly fond of zombie stories, the classic group of survivors in an apocalyptic setting, or excessive gore as entertainment; yet, the series had me glued to the screen and I devoured it in two days!I started it primarily because I love dark atmospheres and mystery. Plus, the killer factor piqued my interest, and I'm glad I did, regardless of the rather low rating.
What worked for me was the originality of this extraterrestrial entity that feeds on the grudges, traumas, fears and evil inherent in every human being.
Dark Hole covers a wide range of genres: we have sci-fi, horror, thriller, action, and drama. I'm not saying it was perfect, and I understand some might find it "too much," but for me it worked well, keeping the suspense high until the end without ever boring me.
As often happens in similar series, there are many characters with their own subplots but I appreciated that almost all of them were connected in some way, as if they were pieces of a mosaic and are revealed to us little by little until the last episodes.
The cast is excellent, I only have two complaints: one about the older police officer, whose performance I sometimes found a bit excessive/caricatured (even with his lines out of place in the serious context, and here the actor is not to blame) and the other about FL who, although charismatic and perfectly suited to the action scenes, seemed "odd" when some emotional depth was required (especially her intonation, it was as if she were reading the script aloud). I definitely preferred her stoic imperturbability. However, this is the first time I've seen this actress and I'm curious about her other works.
I lowered my overall rating a bit because of the final episode, which I won't say was bad, but it was slightly disappointing compared to the expectations built up for the series.
The CGI of the monster wasn't much to my taste; I preferred it when only the tentacle was visible. Choosing to show it in full length seemed ridiculous, and the way it was defeated also seemed a bit stupid, but that's a matter of personal taste.
The time jump, with the return to normality where everyone is smiling and happy, and the hint of a future romance between the protagonists, I found a "soap" for the viewers that I would have gladly done without; again, it's purely a matter of personal taste.
The final scene after the credits, however, is typical of horror films. Even if it doesn't answer the "why," I don't think there's room for a second season, and I'm fine with that; I don't consider it a cliffhanger.
In conclusion, it's a series that manages to entertain well, even if it's not perfect. It's perhaps not suitable for those who want everything explained in detail, but it can be very entertaining for those who "enjoy the journey more than the destination." It's worth a try even if you're not a fan of the genre, because it has different and captivating elements. And for those who are afraid of seeing gory scenes, I'd say it doesn't feature excessive violence; there's plenty of blurring of wounds and blood.
-These are my thoughts which I translated with Google Translate, I apologize for any mistakes but English is not my native language.-
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Hindi nakakainis.
Sa totoo lang madalas naiinis ako sa mga Filipino na palabas kumbaga lagi ako natatangahan kasi naman sobrang gagaling ng mga writers natin pero yung mga palabas puro ginagawa tayong mukhang tanga sa angle, galaw, linyahan, paligid, lahat nalang. Isa rin din siguro ito sa mga dahilan kung bakit madaming katangahan na desisyon ang mga Filipino. Walang magandang impluwensya kaya sige okay lang kahit tanga ang maging desisyon. Isa ito sa mga palabas na hindi ako nainis. Babae ang bida tapos hindi siya ginawang tanga. Pinakita na mayroon pantay na lakas ang mga babae sa lalaki. Pinakita ang lakas ng isang Filipina, hehe.Was this review helpful to you?
A Gem of a Trio in the Wuxia World
Not gonna lie, this drama delivers some of the best fight scenes I've ever seen in a Chinese drama. The dynamic between Zhan Zhao, Ling Long, and Bai Yutang is an absolute gem and one of the show's biggest strengths. Once again, this drama proved that Yang Yang's face card is absolutely undefeated in the C-drama world. Now I'm craving a romance drama starring Yang Yang and Zhang Ruonan as they would look amazing together.I wasn't a fan of the ending, and I can see why the lack of romance made it less popular with the general audience. I scored the story a bit lower because the ending lacked the closure it deserved. It probably won't make it onto my rewatch list, but it definitely left me with a serious post-drama effect. The fight scenes were so good that they've completely raised my standards. Now, whenever I watch another wuxia or historical drama, the action scenes feel pale in comparison.
This show definitely caters to a more specific group of viewers, but if you pass on it, you're missing one of the greatest wuxia dramas ever made.
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something i noticed
yk the ICT girl yeah, she genuniely smashes the keyboard and presses enter in every single episode that it gets annoying because of how unrealistic it is, esp in episode 10 aorund 12:08 like you cant tell me that was typing LMFAOO. from episode one to episode 10 its honestly quite boring, to the point i dropped it for like a year until getting back on it. after episode 11 it starts to be extremely interesting idk if the cast just locked in cuz the plot is amazing, had me up until late at night to watch it. if ur someone who notices little things like these and gets annoyed i recommend to skip half of it or just binge watch while doing something else so you too wont get frustrated, overall solid drama.Was this review helpful to you?
kinda regret spending my time on this
started watching this series expecting it to be really bad judging by all these reviews.. oh they were rightthe only good thing about “tide of love” was probably the handsome actors
aside from that everything was terrible
the acting: i feel like we have to blame the director or smn else for that but not the actors cause i just KNOW they could’ve done better.. their acting was so unrealistic and unconvincing. they always looked like they were trying not to burst into laughter
the plot: there is not much to say about the plot because it simply is almost nonexistent. “tide of love” was supposed to be a korean version of “50 shades of grey” (i guess?) but it turned out to be some “50 loaves of bread” type of series because i just can’t understand why they were ALWAYS eating bread likee Jaehun is rich but the only food he has at home is bread? and they mentioned bread in their conversations really often
um anyway a short summary of the plot: haejun (a student) signs a contract with jaehun (his professor) and according to this contract he has to do everything his professor says? i don’t really remember but yeah and there is also this girl, let’s call her The apple girl, which is in love with haejun and tries to confess to him but jaehun gets jealous and doesn’t let her interact with his cookie. so boring and so cliche, i mean cliche is not a bad thing if it’s executed properly… but it is not executed properly here
the characters: there were only 3 characters btw and all of them are bland and unsympathetic.
haejun grunting and whimpering like he is in pain from every touch and jaehun looking like he belongs to mental ward. and the apple girl just being here.
there is also one particular thing i want to talk about and it’s the amount of mistakes and scenes that were probably supposed to be cut out but they couldn’t care less. like the plant moving by itself and the lav mic being visible and most importantly the sound not matching the character’s mouth movements.
at least i got a good laugh i guess…
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Enjoyed watching it!
I had a great time watching the series. At first, I was hesitant to watch because of the negative reviews but I realized, most often than not, it's better to judge the series on your own than be swayed by the negative reviews.The story was very interesting despite what others claim that it's full of cliches. There were many cute and funny moments. There were scenes that made me feel really good and happy. I was able to reflect and be grateful for the little blessings in life. I love the acting of the actors, very natural. The main couple definitely had chemistry. Overall, a great watch and, of course, a rewatchable series.
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EP 1. A STRONG TAKEOFF FOR A DOG AND A PLANE,ONE EPISODE IN, AND I'M ALREADY HOOKED.
Just one episode in and I'm already on edge waiting for the next one.TayNew's undeniable chemistry is simply unmatched. Their interactions feel effortless, making every scene enjoyable to watch. The comedy is natural, never forced, and the humor lands without feeling cringe.
And can we talk about the rescue gang? They ate. Every time they appeared on screen, they had me laughing. Their chemistry, timing, and chaotic energy made the episode even more enjoyable.
The pacing keeps you engaged from start to finish, the editing is sharp, and the dialogue flows smoothly. On top of that, the acting is spot on, bringing the characters to life in a way that feels genuine and entertaining.
If the first episode is anything to go by, A Dog and a Plane is shaping up to be something truly special.
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doubt the doubt
almost halfway through the year and this is my favourite 2026 drama to date. the current rating here on MDL is probably a combination of factors: perhaps some surprise from new Tian Xiwei fans expecting a certain genre and screentime (this was filmed well before the release of Pursuit of Jade), some viewers not appreciating the plethora of uncles because the cast does skew a bit older and male, and the offbeat dark humor not hitting for everyone. note though that the opening Douban rating is one of the highest for the year so far at an 8.0, since rising to 8.1.our main character (Zhang Yi'ang played by Wang Xiao) is a middle-aged policeman who left a precinct under a cloud and is now basically a meme. he and his capable junior (Li Qian played by Tian Xiwei) are transferred back under yet another cloud from his new precinct and assigned to solve the case of a murdered senior colleague. along the way, they meet gangsters, corrupt officials, smugglers, petty thieves and many other undesirable characters, often solving cases through pure dumb luck.
this drama really is an entertaining little gem. the story is well thought-out and narratively sound. the music (when it's not repurposed classics, which is a bit odd and jarring) is perfect and surprisingly deep philosophically (okay, bunny bunny bunny isn't deep but the others are), and the pace never drags long enough to be problematic.
its real strength is the characterisation. the actors are a mixed bunch. some are old hands, some comedy team veterans, a few unknowns, and at least one rapper, while Tian Xiwei sits in her own category here as more of a popular traffic actor who provides a grounded, slightly sly energy in one of the few female roles.
being an ensemble cast, it's difficult to call out specific performances but a few standouts:
- Song Yuhe as Fang Chao: as a relatively unknown actor in these streets, I found him compelling and would love to see more of his work. he elevated a petty thief into a surprisingly intelligent, never-say-die master of disguise and yet still managed to be hilariously stupid without feeling disjointed.
- Dong Baoshi (Gem) as Lu Yibo: takes a terrified weak-man caricature that could easily have been little more than the butt of uncomfortable jokes and brings us someone that we could actually support, probably against our better judgment. another actor (rapper) I'd be happy to see more of.
-Wang Xiao as Zhang Yi'ang: having never seen this veteran do comedy before, I appreciated his dry, well-timed dialogue and tendency to project a confidence and knowledge he did not possess. it played well into the actor's uncanny ability to say one thing while silently displaying his internal thoughts to the contrary.
ask me about almost any character and I can write a paragraph explaining everything about them, from their motivations to their petty dislikes. it's such supremely rich writing and truly elevates this from a simple dark comedy.
my recommendation: if you want something a little different to the usual cute idol/bleak crime drama, doubt the doubt of the rating, anticipate the anticipation, and buckle into your sputtering 1990s hatchback for the ride.
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Surprisingly good shorter drama
This little show is a surprisingly good watch. It engaged me a lot more than most other shows of this length. Even with the shorter runtime, it manages to tell a fairly complete story and build up characters I care about without being too disjointed.I rather like the FL. Forced into the position of emperor, she is at first is a bit uncertain and out of place. But actually she has quite a backbone and a good heart too. I think this character is built up well to make me empathize with her, understand where she’s coming from, and then feel really proud of her when she pulls something off. Some of her actions made me actually clap out loud for her.
Partway through, the FL makes a somewhat abrupt transition to being assertive, badass, and the head of her own schemes. The dynamic after this is still fun to watch and I still clapped for her, but it made me less gleeful than the underdog feel of the first part.
The ML is one of those typical MLs who seems ruthless and cruel but is actually a good person underneath. It’s not that unique but he does it as well as any. Supposedly he has done actual bad things in the past, but we don’t get any specifics. He maintains a kind of lethal aura throughout the show, though.
Their romance is not so much enemies to lovers, as it is enemies to lovers to enemies to lovers again. This because they have a falling out in the middle which I think is pretty well done- I can see why it happened, and the characters recognize it for what it is too. In their inimical phases, I found the tension between the two leads to be smoking... even I, a non-romance fan, was holding my breath. It’s a power couple having power struggles, full of a deadly push and pull.
However, I think developing the relationship into lovers is not that well done. It feels rather abrupt, especially the first time around. A longer drama might have built it up properly to show what they like about each other and them falling for each other.
The villain is pretty obvious from the start. But he is powerful, so taking him down isn’t easy. I was pretty satisfied with this villain because he is easy to hate and I didn’t feel sorry for him, though I feel we missed some pieces of his backstory and motivations. It’s also not really clear where his power comes from (eg rather than seeing his factions exert influence or him executing deadly schemes, we just see him threaten to choke the emperor a few times), but whatever, details.
The plot covers several story arcs with minor enemies along the way and the ultimate villain as a common thread. Some of the story arcs have tones of female empowerment, showing women struggling against an unfair system and our emperor doing her best to stand up for them. There are a few splashes of humor throughout, dying down as the show goes on. I found the plot interesting, engaging, and the right level of complication.
The feel and tone of this show relies heavily on an aura of gravitas. You can see it in the cinematography style and the way slow-motion, music, and so on are used. As a side note, I liked that the slow motion is not used to play up the romance like so many other shows, but instead to make people look commanding and powerful.
So for the acting, the two leads and the villain all manage the gravitas really well. I didn’t question that they were badass. But it was also a bit overdone at times, because there was maybe too much slow talking with long pauses and too many slow and dramatic movements. Especially the FL- I think she should have talked more naturally most of the time, and saved the dramatic style for her biggest moments of authority.
There are also plenty of supporting actors and extras, more so than a lot of the shorter dramas I watched. It makes the show feel more complete and engaging.
The fighting is decent, especially for a show of this length. The costumes and styling are alright- some faces are a bit too heavily made up (and FL does not look male at all) but it’s not as bad as some other shorter dramas I’ve watched. I also liked the music, which leans more towards power songs than e.g. soft and slow love ballads. The BGM is quite good and used well for effect. I counted two OST songs (but one of them I only heard once), I liked both and thought they are also used well.
Overall, I think this is a good show for the length. I would even rewatch it- I think there are a few more things I could pick up now that I know what’s going on, and it doesn’t take too much time to watch. Of course, there are still a few aspects that could have used more development, while the show spends a lot of runtime instead on people talking and moving slowly and dramatically. I would be more ok with the “wasted” time if the show were longer, and I think this could have a been a good full-length show.
EXCEPT for the ending- if I got that ending at the end of 40 full length episodes, I might have flipped out. I would have given this show a higher score except for that ending.
ENDING – READ AHEAD ONLY IF YOU WANT TO KNOW, CONTAINS SPOILERS
This ending is bittersweet to sad.
The ML basically makes the FL execute him. It is framed as some sort of sacrifice to protect her and their greater cause. A year later we can see the FL has taken control of her court, also seems to have found her own peace and acceptance, so that’s the sweet part of the bittersweet.
Honestly, I was kind of pissed. Realism is nice, but they totally could have pulled off a happier ending without too many leaps of logic. She is the emperor- it should have been possible to save him. They only put this sad ending to add a poignant, lingering, bittersweet feel.
But even this “big sacrifice” of his isn’t the selfless act it’s made out to be. She said herself that he should consult her and they can come up with something together, but he disregards all that. Not only does he leave her ignorant of her birthright- which I think she deserves to know- but he also leaves her all alone to shoulder the burdens of ruling and deal with grief and loss by herself.
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Definitely worth the high rating
OMG, the female lead actress killed it! Her acting had no fault and matched the character perfectly.In general all the actors were good. The series mixed a little comedy enough to lighten the mood but not too much to harm the seriousness of the story.
I specially liked the female lead's role and acting but the male lead was very good too.
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É MELHOR DO QUE EU ACHEI QUE SERIA
eu nunca tinha visto essa série antes por motivos de: eu tinha birra só pq simeu sei q eu tinha lido um pouco do manhwa faz uns anos mas como nunca terminei e isso faz uns anos eu simplesmente não sei pq eu dropei e não queria ver a série (depois de um tempo eu só comecei a ter a impressão de q ela era me sem sal)
mas decidi ver pq sempre via as pessoas falando bem e não me arrependi de ver
a trama é um rivals to lovers acadêmico bem gostosinho (mas eu não tava tão errada é algo q eu já fo acostumada ou seja genérico)
o jae yeon realmente atormenta o juizo do sangwoo no começo e o sangwoo é uma pessoa q não sabe se expressar direito
e ai eles vão formando a relação ao redor disso e influenciando a mudança pra melhor um do outro
mas eles se desentendem também e isso é importante pra esse crescimento
e eles tem química !! (o yaoi size deles perfeitissimo !!)
também achei legal q teve a clássica cena de yaoi japonês de terem q fazer um mini teatrinho vestindo fantasia e peruca
a personagem feminina q gosta do sangwoo na real é legal e não insuportável e a amiga lésbica do jae é perfeita (queria yuri no meu yaoi💔
e teve uns tropos q eu gosto tipo beijo bêbado, leve slow burn, personagem tsundere etc etc
também acho que a homofobia interna do sangwoo foi ok pro tempo da série
se fosse uma série mais longa eu ia gostar q aprofundasse mais nisso mas aqui funciona do jeito q foi
a cena do sangwoo se declarando é mt boa
oq eu não gostei mt é isso de ai "mds fizeram uma proposta pra mim se mudsr de país e agora"
pq isso ja ta batido pra mim de tanto q eu ja vi
e eu não entendi direito o motivo do sangwoo ter atrasado a formatura do jae??? talvez a tradução q tenha ficado meio bosta na cena ou eu q burrei mesmo e não entendi
enfimm
e eu sei que censuraram tá, eu nao lembro direito do manhwa mas eu nao esqueci tudo, poderiam ter aproveitado mais a química deles seus canalhas na coreia nao tem par fixo é uma chane só🖕🖕🖕
mas no geral eu curti bastante, vi pra passar o tempo e me entreteu mt, achei divertida
só não recomendo pq acho q todo mundo já viu😅
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(Spoiler but you might actually want to hear.)
[Girls can fall in love and not give a f*ck too just like boys do.]Damn I must be an odd one, I just finished Dynamite Kiss and I genuinely rate it a solid ten and they’re saying it’s just six. I highkey like Dynamite Kiss. It actually reflects a reality a lot of people don’t want to admit, hahaha. Girls can fall in love and not give a f*ck too just like boys do. I spent my childhood watching Korean dramas I adored them but in recent years, I had a realization that made me step away, maybe my frontal lobe developed, lolol. My mind and heart are racing while I type this, and I’m literally cleaning just to organize my thoughts.
First one thing needs to be clear, I believe love isn't hard, the situations are. You know what I love about Korean dramas? They make situations feel so real and genuine but growing up hits hard, because you start noticing that most plots revolve around tolerance, enduring things you shouldn't have to endue that breaks my heart thinking about it gives me chills, I don’t want that for myself. Dynamite Kiss was fun because it's opposite of the usual plots decisions.
Rewatching it from the start to check if I'm biased or if my observation actually holds. The first few minutes are fun but something clicked to me this time. I realized that the guy she was smirking at was the male lead. On my first watch, I didn’t even think it was, and the show didn’t force it either. Lol, she was dreaming about being a baddie and I love that it breaks that disgusting belief that a woman is only meant to have one man in her life, that once she loves that's it forever. F*ck, no. Women can feel choose, explore, and even walk away. We’re just as capable of the emotional freedom men are so proud of.
I love the female lead, She genuinely represents a lot of women, we fantasize yes, but we also know how to stay grounded and respect reality. Then there's that moment where an adult is openly disrespectful using someone's weakness as a joke, as an example, I used to like the idea of 'You have a reason to be the vilain. And maybe I still do, in theory, but in real lfe, when you’re fully present, when your mind isn’t escaping into fantasy, its actually hard to be cruel. It’s hard to choose to hurt people, even when you’ve been hurt, I respect the female lead even more, and I didn’t find that annoying.
She chose herself instead of blindly trusting a man she just met and fell for. She faced reality, him coming from an elite family isn't something you can just gamble with. It’s not insecurity. She love herself enough to not give in for luck the she encounter. She’s strong literally and in the sense too that being weak isn’t weak too. What I really love about this show both leads love themselves and their families. It's what makes their choices heavier, more real, and honestly more painful, I want to yap about this so much more…
We can literally see it throughout the episodes their decisions were never based solely on their feelings but on their reality. The male lead forgives not because it's easy but because deep down even from the beginning he knows he doesn't have the right to demand anything. His love isn't possessive that kind of awareness hurts but it's honest.
The female lead on the other hand loves herself really to understand that a first encounter doesn't have to be the last just because something felt special once doesn't mean it's meant to be held onto forever. She doesn't cling. She recognize her feelings, acknowledge it, and still chooses herself, and I think that’s what makes them so real. Not just in love, they’re thinking, weighing, holding back, and choosing.
They were literally, almost comically, longing for each other. It was so obvious and thats what made it both hilarious and painful. The tension wasn't because they didn't feel enough but because the situation wouldn't allow them yet.
When they were finally together, we got to witness how soft and sweet love can actually be. For a moment, it felt easy but just like in real life, problems don't end just because two people choose each other. They keep coming. And yet, what mattered was they found their way back every time.
About the amnesia that everyone keeps hating on, I actually see it differently… Because of it, we were able to witness again who the male lead was before he met the female lead. It stripped everything back. No shared memories just him as he originally was.
The female lead? She didn't lose herself even
while being deeply in love.
I think this one of the shows, I wish didn’t end, hahaha.
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