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Best Crime based Kdrama !!

If you are looking for a crime based thriller Kdrama then this is for you. The casting was top notch and every character played it's role phenomenally . But for me Ji chang wook stole the show. Every scene, dialogue delivered by ji chang wook was to the point, and once again he proved how amazing he is an actor. Talking about the story it gave the viewers a glimpse of how illegal drug trade was prominent in 1900's in sk. It also gave audience a brief view on how undercover agent/ cops suffer mentally, physically while dealing with criminals and how their personal life gets entangled when family members gets involved. This is not a typical romantic kdrama where FL will end up with ML in the end. Talking about the music the music was good . Honestly the ending was realistic because Jun moo realised that how things can get messed up if family members get involved while dealing with criminals. And as for the chemistry between the leads it was good but the FL character lagged because she too much involved her personal feelings in the investigation and completely forgot that the SML was a literal criminal and she didn't even saw that the very end also the SML didn't regretted over his wrong doings. The reason why Jun moo shooted Ki Chul was he didn't wanted him to die through sucide because that would be a easy death for him. The SML wanted to die to let jun moo suffer mentally thinking that Jun moo will feel remorse and regret over his betrayal but Jun moo shooted him to show him that at the end justice wins and cops will always punish the criminals whether they have personal feelings or not. As for Jun moo and Eui-jeong relationship it was quite clear that Eui-jeong didn't loved her husband and more importantly respected him as a cop she was literally shocked like what did she expected from Jun moo to let a criminal win ? She shouldn't be call as a cop because she let her personal feelings for involved while punishing a literal criminal and it looked like she was not true to Jun moo her love was more for Ki Chul because of she loved Jun moo she wouldn't have lied to him about the necklace nor she would have kept the necklace. The ending basically tells that Jun moo as a cop would probably start his life fresh without the lingering feelings or memories of the past. A 10/10 drama for me!!

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my uterus was coming out of my body while watching this

SO CRINGE, SO GOOD.

[veeeeery slight spoilers?]

tldr: watch it if you want the feels, a selfless love, and can handle a super draggy plot. Not recommend if you're looking for a tightly woven plot, pacing and quality production.

this one got me, just got me. I'll talk about that in a bit. But first,

Trash editing. The zoom ins, round camera pans when the protagonists hug, were so cringe. The music wasn't memorable at all, except maybe at the comedy scenes. The outfits? Main dude wears the same damn, ugly white outfit most of the time. WHOSE IDEA WAS IT? ONE OUTFIT? FL's dresses had variation, but they had these silly designs, i just couldn't take them seriously. I now know that it's probably bc her mom is from the modern era, but they could strip off that excess stuff and she'd look so elegant and nice.

Plot: Was very loose, though fitting for a silly rom com(which just had to have a pointless death? Ugh). It dragged a lot and there were many plot holes. The wedding was 7 days later, but the 7 days were made into like 15, because??? 16 eps would've been perfect, fitting that slow burn in. The villains were the most useless villains ever.

Acting: the actors ate. I'm so serious, esp the support actors. They were all so natural, so expressive and entertaining. Especially shi zi xun as liu jun, his performance felt very sophisticated and crafted to me, i don't know why. Maybe because he doesn't have much of a "goofy" role. Wang lu qing as hongxiu was incredible. She is so, so cute and precious.

FL was good, her energy was high and i could see her putting her whole heart in the character. But, eh, her expressions could really use some work. Her facial expressions didn't have much variety, it was like she was just using her default, natural face. It didn't feel intentional, as if she practiced a lot but without looking into a mirror. She had the same expression most of the time and lacked variety, especially during the sad moments. Underwhelming. And her slight overacting during the comical moments felt repetitive, tiring and stood out among all other very natural actors.

ML was good too. I liked his masked side the most, as he had to express a lot of emotions just with his eyes. I found it so beautiful, every time he gave that eye smile. It might just be my preference but i didn't quite enjoy his performance as li xiong WHEN HE WAS WITH FL. When he was with her, he got all shy and trippy, i just didn't find the expressions crafted enough. I LOVED his firm, cool headed li xiong/kui mulang side.


Chemistry and characters: are you kidding me??!! The romance was taken from a textbook, legit stock formula. Start to finish, so predictable. All the romance scenes were so cliche and overused. But hell, it worked. It always works. My cheeks hurt from smiling. But it's probably because of his majesty alone, not really the "romantic" scenes. The main characters sit a bit too close to each other, then they lock eyes for a good 10 seconds and then look away awkwardly. "Oh, you have something on your lips! Let me wipe it for you," and then they lock eyes for another 10 seconds. Phew. But it just works. I had to look away and face-palm so much because of how awkward this all is to me.

FL got really annoying with time. I couldn't care less about her. The main element of this drama that made me feel incredible *things* was KM's love for QP. I haven't seen a king this kind, forgiving, selfless and sweet since tantai jin. It pulled at my heartstrings so much. Whenever he was masked, when he'd agree to anything and everything qi pa says(except about going back), when he'd take her on walks to beautiful places, when he'd call her out for dates, "what do you want to do to my child", give her anything she wanted, everything she never asked for (and didn't deserve atp), exempted her from all rules and traditions, protected her day and night, gave her that little wolfy necklace, told her how he was of wolf bloodline and only loved one woman in his life(oh my heart), and other countless things. When they'd go out on walks with his mask, and they're like "friends" except she's only using him for her needs and he unconditionally gives her everything with a smile. Insane. This one character of his just kept me wanting to see more and more.

This is getting too lengthy or I'd write more about the side couples. All so cute!! Especially liu jun x hongxiu.

LASTLY, the comedy was better than I ever expected. It was just on point.

Note: I KNOW she was kidnapped and she doesn’t owe him SHIT.

Aaand yeah, brainrot ends. I hated it and I loved it. The actors and character writing carried this show.

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Dissapointing even tho it looked so promising

In general, the series is actually okay, but It lacked in some points: I hated the voice-over; It was way too much and It gave it a fake feeling, I really couldn't enjoy it anymore! Second, it was very short and didn’t really contain any gayness, for some people this might be nice and cute but I honestly like it when it does contain some homosexuality. I felt that Thad and Luv barely had any chemistry which is really sad because in love syndrome it's so different. I honestly wouldn't watch it again. I really love Lee Long (the actor who played Mr Thad) that's actually the only reason why I finished this series. I wish I could give it a better rating because I loved the cast so much :(

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really enjoyed

this was a good story after finishing this drama I was thinking what one did I like better cutie pie or naughty babe. but naughty babe did it for me, I enjoyed the chemistry between the 2 main leads. even though their was only 8 eps, each episode showed the storyline and had emotional sides, funny sides and the loving sides of each main lead and to get their background story it all fit perfectly within these 8 episodes. the directors topped it off nicely with the wedding and showing u them years down the line where they have children and have became a proper wee family.

but I did like hia yi with the dog they just has a love & hate relationship.

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review

I liked main leads but thought the chemistry between them wasn't that great. it felt more like they were best friends rather than they were in love with each other.

story-it was not to bad the story but I think it could have been better. there was some scenes in the drama that didn't need to be in it. the story felt rushed near the end where it felt they tried to put so much into one episode where I think if some scenes were not in the drama they could have made the story a bit more exciting. (this is only my personal opinion, everyone will have their own about the series.)

I do enjoy watching ohm he is one of my fave bl actors but don't see him in alot of dramas for bl.

the acting was OK I did enjoy a good few scenes with ohm especially when you seen him show proper emotions he played those parts really well.

rewatch- I don't think I would rematch it.

but I would still watch both main leads in other dramas.

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A Riveting and Realistic Crime Drama Set in the 1990s

CHAT-GPT4 writing review for The Worst of Evil (2023):

The Worst of Evil is a gripping and gritty crime drama that takes the viewers on a thrilling ride through the dark underworld of drug trafficking in the 1990s. The show boasts a stellar cast, a captivating plot, and a realistic portrayal of the era.

The acting and cast are one of the strongest points of the show. Ji Chang Wook delivers a powerful performance as Park Joon Mo, a police officer who goes undercover to infiltrate a mega crime syndicate that distributes illegal drugs across South Korea, China, and Japan. He shows his versatility and range as he switches between his dual identities and faces various challenges and dangers. Wi Ha Joon is equally impressive as Jung Ki Chul, a former DJ who becomes the mastermind behind the new drug Gangnam Crystal. He exudes charisma and menace as he rules the nightclubs and the streets with his ruthless ambition. Im Se Mi shines as Yoo Eui Jung, Joon Mo's wife and a narcotics officer who is also involved in the mission. She portrays her character's strength, vulnerability, and complexity with skill and grace. The chemistry between the leads is palpable and their relationship adds an emotional layer to the story. The supporting cast is also excellent, especially Bae Myung Jin as Bae Yong Dae, Joon Mo's loyal friend and partner, and Dok Go Young Jae as Song Dong Hyuk, the veteran police chief who oversees the operation.

The music of the show is another highlight. The soundtrack features songs from the 1990s that fit the mood and atmosphere of the scenes. The songs range from upbeat and catchy to melancholic and haunting, reflecting the different emotions and themes of the show. Some of the memorable songs include "Gangnam Style" by PSY, "I Will Always Love You" by Whitney Houston, "Losing My Religion" by R.E.M., and "Creep" by Radiohead.

The story of the show is well-written and well-paced. The plot is full of twists and turns that keep the viewers on the edge of their seats. The show explores various issues such as corruption, loyalty, betrayal, love, revenge, and redemption. The show also does a great job of recreating the 1990s era with its costumes, props, settings, and references. The show does not shy away from depicting the violence and brutality of the drug world, but it also balances it with moments of humor and warmth.

The re-watch value of the show is high. The show has many layers and details that can be appreciated more with repeated viewings. The show also has a satisfying and surprising ending that makes the viewers want to revisit the journey of the characters.

Overall, The Worst of Evil is a must-watch for fans of crime dramas. It is a quality production that showcases the talents of its cast and crew. It is a show that will keep you hooked from start to finish. I give it 9 out of 10 stars.

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Simply Sweet

This one gave me Hometown Cha Cha Cha vibes - only it was set in the countryside, not the seaside. There wasn’t too much of a story to it which I felt was kind of expected.

I liked the interactions between the ML and the other guy. The looks that were served were quite amusing. I also liked the Ajummas as they were funny too. The little children were sweet. The animals were cute - I liked that the ML was a vet. I’m curious though as to how much police work got done by the FL as she seemed to be more of a helping hand than a policewoman - although I guess there isn’t much crime to be committed in such a small town.

I don’t get why the FL didn’t just say, “hey, don’t you remember me?” to the ML. Instead she just got grumpy at him for not remembering who she was. I mean, it had been 15 years since they last saw each other.

I’m glad the romance only came about towards the end as otherwise it would have been very rushed for such a short drama. The few short moments we got to see of them together were simply sweet.

The ex-girlfriend business seemed a bit out of place, but as with any drama there had to be a ‘complication.’

-E

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UNDERWHELMING AF

ep 1-7, hella potential.
ep 8-12 absolutely ass
what was this shitty af plot. you wasted all the potential it held. and for heaven's sake write a better female lead. this was a humiliation, lmao
the plot was underwhelming, all over the place and just not it. gicheul's character went from being cool to absolutely pathetic and foolish real fast. like wtf bro. they worked hard on Junmo's arc and that's it. that too towards the end was so easy and lame. overall very disappointed. the characters could have been written in more depth. but no. gicheul was like a child who was stuck on a crush. the FL despite being such a high ranked officer was shown as a useless girl in a teen drama stuck in love triangle. WRITE BETTER FL AND BETTER CHARACTERS OVERALL

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One of the best of its crime A MUST WATCH.........

Its one of the best drama of the year with a very powerful and effective cast , especially the male leads - they both are fantastic and up to the mark for their role , Female leads are also good , BIBI is more effective in the drama with her acting and all other scenes ( something i don't want to spoil but is there in the drama ) . The acting , the violence , the action and the brutal emotions looks so real and effective again the male leads are amazing and will never disappoint . The only downside is the underwhelming ending and some open threads which weren't closed properly in the last 2 episode , but if u think about it , the ending offered to us also makes a lot of sense . Don't take it as a bad ending show it defiantly worth to watch but a little anticlimactic .

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So unique and fresh!

I love love loveee the vibe of this series! It's so unique!

And the chemistry between the actors? Honestly so smooth and real you can't get enough of it.
It's like from the very first moment you know they both care for each other but simply don't know how to show it and are not so good in communicating their own emotions.

Everything's wrapped in that very specific vibe to it and while some may hate it and feel like there's so many things in plot that are missing, I'm a big fan of it.
So many things left unspoken but shown by their actions.

Sometimes you don't need to say something out loud - you can show it in many other ways and I feel like this series is all about it. All about two people so misunderstood by words that they no longer trust them. They have trust only in actions and that's what they're doing. Showing love in this specific way that only they themselves can understand.

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I could rewatch 100 times over

I am so happy I took a chance to watch this masterpiece. I really enjoyed the depth of the series. The stress of the BL industry and Ship-culture puts on these men to uphold a fake relationship is disturbing. I understand it’s a responsibility but people have to be realistic. They are actors, this is their job but they have a personal life that should stay personal. Co-Stars date all the time, it’s nothing new but it should happen naturally.

Anywho, rant over! Chemistry ✔️Budget ✔️ Acting ✔️

Gene and Nubsib were such a treat to watch! Nubsib loved that man to pieces from a young age but I can see that Gene’s love morphed from brotherly to romantically over time. I see the age gap being mentioned but no lines were crossed, it was wonderfully written!

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Great character development

This is a great lighthearted series. I enjoyed the characters but Bai Lang did a fantastic job!! His portrayal of severe anxiety disorder and the inner battle that is sometimes fought due to overthinking, beautiful!!

Watching as he and Xun’an’s relationship progresing, Lang eventually letting down his guard and letting him in. I feel his guilt for what happened to his parents had to be such a burden for him. That guilt cause a lot of fear and I could resonate with him as he pushed Xun’an away. I have been there before and Bia Long’s character was everything to me. I loved watching him battle Ye for Xun’an. Bai Lang is fiesty AF and once he had Xun’an, he wasn’t letting him go. LOVED IT!

Getting their happy ending was tough. Xun’an put in a lot of work. Trigger warning tho, there is a case of physical assault between a father and son. In this case, the son was pleading for his boyfriends acceptance since Bai Lang was an orphan and he wanted him to have a complete family. Poor thing endured excessive kneeling and being beaten with a cane for what seems like a month. I was a bit worried that would have triggered an episode from Bai but thankfully it didn’t.

When it comes to the chemistry, I feel as if it started well but fizzled. That’s only due to the kissing being awful. They tried to make it better with angles but towards the end there, they let some awful lip locking be seen in full view…yikes! Don’t get me wrong, they were definitely cute together, and the side couples were just as enjoyable to watch. I really enjoyed I Qi and Alex’s relationship. I was hoping for a bit more but I guess I will just have to settle for Alex’s last flirtatious line.

10/10, would definitely watch again!

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