My first Kdrama
My very first kdrama, i have watched Jumong couple of times. all time favorite, love everything about this historical kdrama. Love the actors, actresses. They are all legends in this generation. My very first kdrama, i have watched Jumong couple of times. all time favorite, love everything about this historical kdrama. Love the actors, actresses. They are all legends in this generation. ve the actors, actresses. They are all legends in this generation. ve the actors, actresses. They are all legends in this generation.Was this review helpful to you?
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A COMPLETE PACKAGE OF EMOTIONS!
LETS TALK ABOUT EVERYTHING THAT I LOVED ABOUT THIS DRAMA!THE STORY!
The story was so damn good! all the characters were build in such way that either way they were connected to each other. The first meet when the tattoo transferred and the last episode scene when she wishes him back and he just appears there, these were such a memorable scene in the drama. Next it was soo good to see every characters backstory so smoothly without over exggagerating it!
THE CHARECTERS!
The demon : Can anyone complaint about song kang ! he's such a angel and his acting skills were super awesome in the drama! His savage moves , his smile had me at every moment! the way he calls do he "do do". super cute song kang...
Do do he : she was so good in the boss role ! the way she handles her elegance with a soft feminine touch i loved it . She slayed it.
THE OST:
addicting!!!! the title song gives goosebumps ! and all other song were soooo good.
OVERALL THE DRAMA WAS A HIT FOR ME BECAUSE I LOVED IT AND I WAITED FOR EVERY SINGLE EPISODE EAGERLY!!!
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no thrill in this thriller
I was really looking forward to the release of this movie since it's Theater release four months ago and watched it right away when it popped up on Netflix but I can't say I wasn't disappointed....The first half of the movie is sprinting through the plot in a way where you think something ain't right. I never thought "thriller" and "murder" could leave me feeling so indifferent. There's barely any mystery and everything is dealt with so fast that you never get the feeling that the supposed killer could get away with it. Pairings form up unnaturally fast and confessions aren't questioned in the slightest.
The second half is where the expected happens but even that was lame. Essentially this movie had no thrill, nor were any of the characters particularly interesting. Especially the older FL, who was supposed to be this scheming killer widow, had no mysterious aura around her nor was she pissing me off (which I kinda wanted). It also gets a bit cheesy in the middle but at least everyone's pretty to look at.
I guess the only good things in this movie are 1. Rhydian looks very dashing as the prosecutor and the the final 5 minutes / the post credit scene evoked a tiny bit of excitement in me. Everything else was very bland in my opinion
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Mixed of Parasyte and Tokyo Ghoul
The story is about a man who can regenerate himself after almost getting killed and getting his organs out. He lost his eye during the operation and someone has his eyes. He can see the other eyes that got implanted on other person and it's become confusing because he can saw what the other person is doing. After finding out that person doesn't have a good personality and have doing criminal things, he's going to caught him to get his eye back and stop that person.*Gore
There are lot of blood and action. If you can't stand against it, don't watch this.
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UNIQUE UNIQUE UNIQUE
this drama was a puzzle but the thing is you didnt know what pieces were missing until they told you about it themselves like i knew what was going on but i had no idea about anything at the same time and this is what made this drama so unique.im sure there are many dramas that show many flashback scenes during each episode but i dont think i was ever impressed this much by the way they tell you the story.
this drama is about both "what has happened" and "what is going to happen" and everyone knew the answers of both questions except us and the female lead and we were on the same side trying to figure out.
the cast did their job portraying their own characters so well and its kinda funny but this was my first ever drama of lee dong wook even though i have watched +200 kdrama so far but this was the first time i watched him on my screen and ngl he is so good at his job and the female lead !!! she nailed her character and sth that attracted my attention was how both actors they chose for the fl for her childhood era and her adulthood era looked so similar to eo i could easily believe they are the same person.
i cant put it into like one word and say this drama is about this and this is it because many things were going on at the same time but generally speaking you deal with killers ( both legally and illegally ) , a shop for these killers , dark web and family..
the last word seems a bit off topic but i never knew how much i needed to see a relationship between an uncle and his niece like it was obvious he was not her father but he couldnt help it he was still caring about her and this was the sweetest thing i could ever witness..
everything ive said so far were all compliments but about why im not giving this a 10 even though i loved it this much is that i was actually bored sometimes while watching and this is sth so important to me that how much a drama can keep me seated but this kinda failed to keep me seated for a long time many times but at the same time im glad this was a short 8 ep drama so i could ignore this flaw comparing to many others things about this drama because although i was bored i couldnt pause and still wanted to know what is going to happen next and this is sth good i guess
this was probably my longest review till now ( well i dont write reviews alot to start with ) but i guess its obvious how much i loved this drama and its got a new topic you might not just choose a random drama and face with it maybe its not the first tho it might just me who is not aware but whatever if you read till here i hope you give this drama a try and i hope it doesnt let you down just like it didnt me <3
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Cute
Wonderful! A BL production that I really liked. The protagonists are extremely cute and the development was very interesting. I wish there were more episodes and more points within the series were explored. Because it was a shorter production, I understand that everything needed to be faster. As a lover of supernatural themes, I expected better development in this regard, but nothing that would take away from the watching experience. I would recommend it to everyone who would like to have a couple to melt over.Was this review helpful to you?
Short but sweet and poetically beautiful...
This is a 20 min short film produced by strong berry...one of the best bl creators...I love strong berry creations because they always focus more on the feelings and emotions of characters more than the storyline....the stories are straight to the point and simple but the characters are relatable and lovable...So, I was first confused by how they split it into 3 ep which are 7 min each...Idk the reason they did it but Imo it would've worked a lot better if they'd release the full 20 min at once...but it's not a huge issue...
This isn't anything groundbreaking but this Sure is unforgettable one...
Pros:
-the characters are simple and relatable without any drama...
-the writing (dialogues) is immaculate...the way story is told through the perspective of Hyun..and how every emotion is delivered through poetic words from his diary...it's so interesting and beautiful...
-it looks rich and well made with sincerity even though the budget is obviously not high...
Cons:
There are no major cons... everything's great...
I just wish this was more longer...I wanted to see more of them...
Overall a excellent watch, very short and sweet...
This is going into my quick re-watch playlist...
I'll keep rewatching this once in a while...
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Great story with great casting and lots of twists...
I really love this drama. From the beginning, the thrill is already felt. You won't have any hard time in understanding the plot because every episode has a flashback of how that part of their life started. The casting is also magnificent. As soon as I saw that Lee Dong Wook will be a main in here, I already decided to watch everything. Kim Hye Joon also made a great portrayal of her role as Jeong Jian. The young Jian also acted very well here. Also, the plot twist in the end where Jinman arrives is a really good ingredient for this one... Chef's kiss for this series..Was this review helpful to you?
LDW did it again!
I really love the casting! I gotta start with LDW 1st since he's why I even click watch hereI've seen him in lots of action, but boy...I've never thought that LDW as a mercenary is sth I needed to watch in my life. LDW wearing that vest, shooting and fighting, and talking with his deep voice, he is hot af! I'm glad they let him has those glorious scenes, because for the rest of the show, they make him look like an uncle who never sleep or bath, LOL.
At 1st when I see it's a high school girl, the image of the FL in Goblin came over and I got worried. Thanks God she is totally not anything like that! FL here is smart and strong, and really just cool to watch.
I also love Minhye. She is super badass with her action scenes and I find her really sexy too. Pasin, Honda and Brothers are all amazing casts too! Even the wicked robot is pretty cool, until it's not...lol
As for the show, it has pretty unique style of storytelling where it jumps timelines, but it's not confusing at all. It's just a little draggy in the middle when they are telling the story....But, i just skipped those parts then lol...
I'd love S2 just to have closure because im so curious over so many things. But, even without it, I personally am okay with the ending. Sometimes, we don't need to know every detail, just the overall would do.
I really enjoyed the show, kept me on edge for most part. As usual, LDW totally nails it!!
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Sea of laughter
Island Trio is by far one of my favorite variety shows. It is impossible not to laugh whenever these three people are together! Their chemistry is awesome and I don't think I'll ever have enough of it. Seriously, Hodong & Yonghwa can never go wrong. Ever since they got closer during their "Let's Eat Dinner Together" shoot, they have gotten along extremely well. It's a shame so little of the show was subtitled :(As an avid travel variety show enjoyer (and CNBLUE fan), it's no surprise I fell in love with this show immediately!! They travel around various different Islands & get to experience the lifestyle of islanders while hanging out with locals. Everyone is super wholesome and sweet. The guests on this show were also really well selected, especially Tae Hangho. They all adored him and he was such a perfect addition to the trio. Definetely the most memorable guest for me ^^
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1This was supposed to be a hard pass
Netflix decided to constantly remind me about the release of this series. After reading the synopsis and watching a bit of the trailer, I was sure that this would be something I wouldn't enjoy. I was way too bored to give this a chance, if I am being honest.After its release and its very low rating here on MDL I was even more reluctant (even though I know that most of the times non-Korean series are rated lower).
One tiktok video later, I thought I could just watch the first five minutes and then just drop it or skip through it, mostly to indulge my curiosity. Those first five minutes turned into the first four episodes that I ended up watching till four in the morning...
I tried to think of something not to give this a perfect score, but in the end, I actually had no complains. This is the definition of a binge-worthy series with great acting, good plot and high entertainment value that doesn't fail to offer some emotional moments.
Noteworthy things:
=> No awkwardness detected
This is a series focused on (sexual) relationships. It has a lot of sex scenes and many references to sex from conversations to table lambs. That being said, all actors had great chemistry with one another and I didn't feel awkward at all when watching it. There was no stiffness. Everything felt very natural.
=> No romantic music playing in the background while the two leads first fish kiss
This series focuses on sex, lust (and love) while also giving us some swoon worthy moments, without it feeling like the ''too good to be true'' moments we usually watch in series where all the main characters are perfect in every way, shape or form and where holding hands is the peak of their relationship.
=> Educational
I will say that this actually had many interesting facts when it comes to sex with the videos during the credits (don't miss them) being a great example.
=> Everyone was interesting
I have this problem with series with multiple couples. Most of the times, the main one gets the most screen time and is boring as hell, while all the others are great with almost zero screen time. There was nothing like that here. Every couple and every character was interesting. Everyone had their story to tell. Everyone had their own difficulties and definition of a relationship. Everyone was there for a reason. For once, I didn't roll my eyes every time they showed the mains or generally any of the characters.
=> Nude scenes
Something that I found pretty interesting is the absence of nude scenes. Even though the series has lots of sex scenes, it doesn't really show that much nude.
=> Balance
This was the cherry on top. Everything felt ideal when it came to balance. There were the sad scenes, the funny scenes, the cute scenes, the ''oh my God I can't believe he did that'' scenes. I just felt very content watching this from beginning to end.
=> Different stages of life
We had like four main relationships, where the characters belonged in different age groups. Most of the times younger people are the focus on series about love/sex. Even though two of the mains belonged to younger age groups, we also had two other couples that were in a relationship for a very long time and belonged to different (and older) age groups. As a result we got insight in their life and how things can be after being with someone for a longer time.
=> This wasn't just a fun watch
The series deals with many issues without being over the top or too dramatic. Some of them involve homosexuality, loss of passion after marriage, love vs sex (and trauma), toxic relationships.
I am 100% sure this will be my answer at the end of the year in the ''which is the most underrated series of 2024'' question. This is a very well-made series that unfortunately doesn't get the attention it deserves and that is the main reason I am writing this review.
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Best Historical Drama for me!❣
It was so beautiful! I can't say anything because I can only admire each episode of this drama ˗ˏˋ ♡ ˎˊ˗In this part, the story is heavier than before. Family, romance, the country are all in trouble but that's where the fun is! Ling Buyi, who fell in love with Cheng Shaoshang and tried to convince her that his love was true, become the one who destroyed Cheng Shaoshang's trust.
I can see and understand from both sides, Ling Buyi with his revenge and Cheng Shaoshang with her trauma in the past that don't want to leave behind by her loved ones. Cheng Shaoshang has tried her best to trust and be open with her future husband, but Ling Buyi has hidden many secrets behind Shaoshang.
The frustrating misunderstandings but also the intimacy that this couple creates really makes the audience get carried away. The ending was very beautiful (even though marriage was discussed from the start but there was no wedding at the end lol) it still made the audience happy. Congratulations to Director Fei, Zhao Lusi, Wulei, and the entire love like the galaxy team for creating truly masterpiece drama!─── ⋆⋅☆⋅⋆ ──
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I need a season 2 right now
Wow I genuinely really enjoy this show! I started watching it after seeing Lee Dong wook was in the cast and every show I’ve seen him in never disappoints- and this show wasn’t an exception!The story was super entertaining and kept me hooked till the very end and got me emotionally attached to character even if they were only on screen for only a few minutes (Honda).
It has been a hot minute sense a show had me ugly crying as much as this one did. The story is so heartbreaking but that’s what makes it so entertaining.
If you are debating watching this show please do! The cast were amazing (10/10 acting), the story was amazing- ugh a lot about this show is amazing just trust me and check it out if you haven’t yet!
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Masterpiece drama!♥︎
I watched it when this drama was on-going and for the first time I bought the fast track because I couldn't wait to see the ending!!Ling Buyi, an orphan boy because his parent died during the war since he was a child, lived in misery but was lucky to be adopted by the emperor and empress so he became a general at a young age. His character is very hard, cold, and doesn't think about other people, but then changes when he meets a beautiful teenage girl, Cheng Shaoshang.
Cheng Shaoshang, a smart girl whose parents left for war and only lives with her evil grandmother and aunt so she has to find a way to survive every day. Her behavior was very rude, messy, and unethical because she had never been taught since childhood.
This drama is divided into 2 parts and this part does not show too many problems, it reveals more about the family life of Cheng Shaoshang, Ling Buyi and also the second leads, Yuan Shanjian and Lou Yao.
This drama is really very good, the cinematography is beautiful, their chemistry are extraordinary, and there are lots of life lessons to be learned.
I have rewatched this drama countless times, it has become one of my favorite costume dramas. Congratulations to Director Fei, Zhao Lusi, Wulei, and the entire love like the galaxy team for creating truly masterpiece drama!─── ⋆⋅☆⋅⋆ ──
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Gasp !
How on earth am I supposed to stake a virtual "STAY CLEAR" sign to this drama in 500 words ? This platform insists on at least 500 words before I can submit a review. This is one of the dumbest storylines i have ever come across. I feel so stupid persevering when I wanted to stop watching after episode 2 - face in palm. I should not have trusted Rakuten Viki's reviews. It is neither sensible nor rational .... the plot ! One's lifespan is finite so don't waste time watching this painful crap. Unfortunately I cannot give a "0" rating as it auto defaults to "1" :\ The only thing worth mentioning and appreciating is the beautiful theme song :)Was this review helpful to you?
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