Reviews

Great for binging

I actually really liked this show. Maybe it was the right show at the right time, but it satisfied everything I wanted from a show. While this season was not a continuation of the first, I think that was the correct thing to do, especially since I didn't like the characters as much as I did here.

It did take me a little while to remember who is who, but once I placed the characters it was much easier to keep track of each of the three couples.

The first couple, Lee Hyun and Kim An, were what I'd call the main couple. Their story (or rather, Kim An's story) was what took up the most screentime. Kim An's backstory was dark but realistic, and the only gripe I have with it is that I wished he would explain it more to Lee Hyun (but maybe that happened offscreen once their relationship is more established). I also think Kim An's not-really-a-friend (can't remember his name) gave up a bit too quickly, but that's likely due to the runtime. I would have liked to see him suffer a bit more for everything he did to Kim An, but I guess it was realistic since bad people don't always get what they deserve. However, being that they're the "main couple," I was a bit disappointed with their kisses, especially when compared to those of the other two couples. I realize that J-min is a kpop idol and might not be as experienced in acting/kissing as the others, but this isn't the first time we've encountered idols in BLs and there have been idols who kissed well (Semantic Error, anyone?). But apart from that, the story was sweet and I am always a sucker for a character that sticks by someone even when things get rough and they're pushed away.

The second couple, Min Woo and Ma Roo were probably my favorite, even though it was full of clichés (maybe because they're done well). I loved Min Woo's pining and Ma Roo's obliviousness, and also super loved the whole "pretend we're dating to make him jealous" trope. I was a bit surprised that they Ma Roo clued into his feelings a lot quicker than expected, but maybe that's to do with trying to fit three storylines into ten 20-minute episodes. Their kisses were much more than what I expected from a K-BL and left me having to replay them, for science ;).

And that leaves the last couple: Joo Hyuk and Sung Min. They didn't get as much screentime but likely because their relationship was comparatively simpler. It was just courting and a slight misunderstanding, and then they got together. I enjoyed watching them on screen, and their kissing scenes were probably the best out of all three couples'.

The last episode was pure fluff and giving the watchers what they want, and I was grateful for it!

All in all, this was a fun watch. It's easy to binge, but I do think if I had to wait every week I would have probably not been as into it as I was watching it all in a couple of days. Even so, it was a pretty solid story. Yeah, it probably could have benefitted from a few more episodes or a longer runtime, but as it is, it's up there among my favorite K-BLs.

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The story isn't a continuation of s1 it just has the same concept! I don't mind it at all! It's e cute series without much drama. It's story of 6 people that they found love and friendship! I like the cast. The acting isn't a 10/10 but it's quite good!I also liked all 3 couples and they had chemistry. The first (main) couple had a bit of dead fish kisses but other than that they were very cute. The other 2 couples were good in that department ?!
One more thing that I really enjoyed was the fact that all 6 characters had very healthy relationships of friendship and love with each other! It's series that gives you a warm feeling!
It's one of those series that you want to watch when you're tired, feeling lonely and you don't want to think too much!
One thing that I found that it was throwing me off it's that in the beginning the introduction of the characters was a bit confusing..

Overall it was very enjoyable and cute drama!!
My only issue it was that it definitely needed better music...especially in some scenes the music was so off of the feeling of that particular scene that it was very awkward..some cute and "hot" scenes had same weird music that, although the scenes were very enjoyable and entertaining, the music made them feel awkward and some times even boring...at least that's how it was for me.

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Mark <3

OST was great with awesome lyrics. The drama set and complete production with actors were all good (looking wise also acting-wise). The main characters VEE and MARK acting was superb. I loved MARK acting a lot.
The story to me seems a little toxic. VEE character till the end doesn't realize how wrong he was and keeps hanging MARK giving him signals while not making things clear with Plong.

This story was reality-based. MARK character in real life has to endure and be more forgiven. If he is not he will face society criticism for being narrow-minded. VEE character in real life can be easily forgiven because of his stupidity and indecisiveness.

I like they showed the positive culture of an engineering department, all the orientation events, and the gear ceremony. In most cases, Drama shows seniors as "a bully" and "Bossy". This drama showed that college culture is in a positive light with most of the brotherhood.

The scriptwriter did an amazing job.
The director, producers, camera, lighting, and sound technical work was done beautifully.

All characters left an amazing impression even the side characters.

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Light, Warm and Fluffy

I don't get it that why are there so many negative reviews, was I watching something different from them.
Although I am no professional critic but I admit being a kdrama addict therefore believe me when I say out of all similar drama there are only three that i liked the best i.e. Jugglers, Her private life, My Shy Boss.
There is this one scene in last episode that had me rolling around in laughter " I am a sweet guy ", those who had watched will understand.

P.S. : I have watched whats wrong with secretary Kim and i didn't like it at all ( If you don't believe me then watch her private life first before watching it)

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The good part is only the finale

Unable to move on from her boyfriend's sudden death, a young girl is transported back in time to meet her lover once again. But what if the man she met is not the boyfriend she knows?

I was intrigued from the interesting trailer as it shows such sweet scenes but somewhat a creepy secret, but the actual drama itself is a bit lackluster. The first six episodes is a cozy feel good youth story with your typical rom-com vibes. The story feel so flat that I didn't feel any conflict until episode 7. In my opinion this would be much better if made into a movie.

The actors did okay but I was never invested in any of the character's journey or interplay so that's my problem to make me care because at no point did i ever end up to caring about anyone.

Rather than the cinematography, I'm just simply not impressed. I ended up binging it because it's quite short. So feel free to just watch it if you want an easy-to-watch youth drama with some spice thrown in in the finale.

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Different Intimacy, Not for those Who follow social norm Romance

This Series has 2 impressions, If you read both one after another then you will know what really happening in this Drama series otherwise you will miss out on a lot.

First impression: Directors/producers should have checked the competitors before choosing the main characters. The main characters acting was OK but they were not meant for this series. Kim was cry baby and Kamol was a stiff face. other side characters were forgetful. All casts were not selected carefully. This is not an acting issue. It is a scriptwriter, producer, and directing issue.
This was my first impression of this drama after watching the first 2 episodes.

Second impression: This drama is for those who want to see 'not out of culture norms' romance/intimacy between main characters. The chemistry starts building between the main characters after episode 3. Kamol's character was sure what he wanted and Kim from the start wasn't sure about his feelings Kim's character realized it in the last 3 episodes. After episode number 3 all actors seemed more relaxed, in character and this made the character more alive. The intimacy part of this drama might not be acceptable for everyone even for those who accept the BL series because it is still against cultural norms and not that common. But this drama writer showed a different side of partner intimacy to society, like spreading light on what was hidden in society and we avoid talking about it.
Main side characters: 'Baiboon', This character was there to play the role of their baby and supporting character role 'KOM'. Kom's character had few more expressions and more time on screen due to 'Baiboon'. 'Cherry' character was only present for advertisements (vitamin advertisements). Maybe investors were really happy with this character. Kit, Lop, and Ruj's characters were like we had enough of dog food (seeing lovers together and doing this this this, just let's be together all together). Danai's character had only one motive 'to die'.
All together story is engaging with all characters' support. The acting of all the actors was better after 3rd episode. This drama series has different tastes. watch it with an open mind. Don't just focus on couple romance. enjoy character development and Art.

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A very good Xianxia with a Ding Yu Xi in one of his best roles

A wuxia series for which I had a lot of trouble immersing myself into because of the resolutely Comedic tone of the 1st episodes and because I don't like the FL at all (nor the actress with her frozen doll face + her mouth, without expression, nor the character)...

PLOT:
A little immortal from the Marriage Pavilion is accidentally drawn into a series of 7 love tribulations (in the mortal realm) with the God of War who wants to restore his spiritual Energy, damaged in the past. During these tribulations, they will encounter love rivals, villains, demons thirsting for vengeance, many plots, etc.

Despite my initial reluctance, I let myself get caught up in the plot during the 2nd tribulation (from episodes 8-9?).
+ Story very well written, intelligent, with clues scattered little by little and excellent actors (Ding Yu Xi is, as always, remarkable as ML).
+ Lots of excellent actors who bring their characters to life (well developed).
+ I like the way the director represented the celestial kingdom, very aestheticly pleasing, with great CGI. The production is dynamic, without length, and keeps the viewer in suspense.
+ the OSTs are well suited, without being memorable, but they accompany the action well.

BUT
- Some characters (such as the eldest Red Thread from Marriage Pavilion, in particular) are caricatures. They're probably there to add a touch of humor, but it doesn't work, they're just annoying!

=> A very good Xianxia, of quality, which maintains the suspense well.
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Série Wuxia dans laquelle j'ai eu beaucoup de mal à m'immerger à cause du ton est résolument Comedy des 1ers épisodes et parce que je n'aime pas du tout la FL (ni l'actrice avec son visage figé de poupée + bouche en coeur, sans expression, ni le personnage)...

PLOT :
Une petite immortelle du Marriage Pavilion est entrainée par accident dans une série de 7 love tribulations (au royaume mortel) avec le Dieu de la Guerre qui veut restaurer son Énergie spirituelle, abimée dans le passé. Lors de ces tribulations, ils vont rencontrer des rivaux amoureux, des evils, des démons assoiffés de vengeance, etc.

Malgré mes réticences initiales, je me suis laissée prendre par l'intrigue durant la 2nde tribulation (à partir de l'épisode 8-9 ?).
+ Story très bien écrite, intelligente, avec des indices disséminés peu à peu et d'excellents acteurs (Ding Yu Xi est, comme toujours, remarquable en ML).
+ Beaucoup d'excellents acteurs qui donnent vie à leur personnage (bien développés).
+ j'aime la façon dont le réalisateur a représenté le royaume céleste, très esthétique, avec de super CGI. La réalisation est dynamique, sans longueur, et tient le spectateur en haleine.
+ les OST sont bien adaptés, sans être mémorables, mais ils accompagnent bien l'action.

MAIS
- certains personnages (tels que le vieil ainé Red Thread du Marriage Pavilion, notamment) sont caricaturaux. Ils sont sans doute là pour donner une touche d'humour, mais ça ne fonctionne pas, ils sont juste agaçants !
=> Un très bon Wuxia, de qualité, qui maintient le suspense.

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Deep Lesson In This

First, The story and the script/dialogues are the main reasons I continue watching this.
2nd: The drama set was shot on limited ground with limited people. it was also OK for me. for me who likes minimalist style. The drama set and limited actors were comfortable to the eye and I was focusing on the story more.
3rd: Actor: Pond Ponlawit Ketprapakorn needs to work on his acting more but the story was interesting to me so the acting was also ok.

The story showed the real truth of our society. This kind of toxic parent behavior is common in every culture. Parents forget they are also human and their decision can be wrong. Children are also human, parents should present the reasons in front of them and work on common ground to find a solution.
Society made a norm: school > college/university > work > married > children > die. if we all try to go against this norm. it becomes a 'problem'.
Some children sacrifice their happiness for their parent's temporary satisfaction and endure the pain and hurt. which became the trauma of a lifetime. some fight back, follow their heart, and become taboo of their society and an ungrateful beings.

our society needs this kind of story to know the other face of our society not everything is a rainbow in real life.

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Win and Team Performed Well

The drama story was catchy, the same old university setting. There were lots of supporting characters. All the characters were beautiful and handsome (if you want to watch handsome men and their handsome bodies, this series is for you) it was sometimes annoying because I watched the drama as Art (I watch everything from production, acting, editing, song, story and everything as Art). Handsome characters were distracting and kept me not focusing on the story. maybe which was what the director was looking for.
The Drama has everything a typical Thai university has but more scenes were based on the swimming club, dorm rooms, and Bar. All the friends get to gather and friends fun. With all of this fun, you will be totally about the story. The story wasn't much though. "Just spending life in university and finding love".
There were forced edit scenes of Dean and Pharm which were not needed at all and also distracting, making me think about the 'Until We Meet Again' series.
The drama Edits gives each supporting role so much screen time that it made every effort to make this drama general university life and not focus on the story. Even though the Win and Team story had lots of potential.
This drama pool side and water scene were shots early and all other scenes were shot in winter. Win had different hair colors. This showed that this drama didn't receive careful consideration from technical staff as compared to Dean and Pharm's series "Until We Meet Again".
With lots of Loopholes, This is a fun drama to watch with friends together on vacation or on weekends.

This drama has a good life lesson, that the writer might wanted teens and youth to know. Childhood trauma stays with us for a long time until we face it but we, alone are not strong enough to face it. we need our loved ones to stand with us to face it and heal our heart with their love and care. The second lesson was spreading awareness even though this culture has accepted different forms of relationships, the criticism still exists. They don't leave any chance to let you know how much they hate this with their harsh comments. This is our duty to not respond to it and to focus on our loved ones.

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Sensual love forecast

Wow this BL is better than I expected. With every episode, it explores the sensuality of their connection infused with such chemistry between the two. It explores the depth of desire and the vulnerability of our heart. No, I don't support the red flag character of Mizuki but the drama is beautifully shot as we witness the journey of intimacy between the two that unfolds like a breeze even though it’s just for contract, I can tell that they like each other.






Not done with this BL, hope it doesn’t disappoint!^^

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Only finished it because of Jeremy

By far one of the worst series that Jeremy has done and he’s a favorite of mine. Very talented.

Here we go:

ML does a great job with what the writer did. I’ve always enjoy watching Jeremy as he’s a strong actor.

FL was by far the worst. Too much child-like pouting and whiny. She’s pretty but her acting needs a lot of work. Forcing herself to look cute is more like annoying. I almost wanted to drop it after 4th episode because of her. Even when she was evil or supposed to become this strong person she couldn’t do it. Sorry to bash her but it was bad.

I actually enjoyed the supporting actors/actresses more than leads because FL just ruined it for me. I understand now why all the negative comments on her. There were a lot better people out that that would have been better and are pretty as well.

Storyline line of teacher and student love could have been written better. However that concept is getting old.

Music was very good and cinematic graphics was well done. I love the costumes as well.

Overall: I won’t recommend this even though there were other good actors and actresses that tried to pull it through. FL will make you drop the series. I had recently dropped another one of her series because it was just horrible acting as well.

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