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Celebrity
14 people found this review helpful
by yzxuwm
Jul 2, 2023
12 of 12 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 6.0
Story 5.0
Acting/Cast 8.0
Music 8.0
Rewatch Value 2.0
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lets be honest, this was boring

i love the cast, the main one cuz the other grls were sooo annoying at the point i didn't even wanna see them anymore, kim dali is soo pretty, her outfits were so pretty too, i was staring at her most of the time cuz the plot was boring for me like 80% of it. i also liked a-ri and joon-kyung's relationship even tho they didn't have a proper built like one minute she hated him and the next she liked him, also no character development from him at all but never mind ig...
the plot, why was it interesting at times but then sooo boring that i just wanted to fast forward until the end... it got a little more interesting at like the last two episodes when joon-kyung was almost killed, thank God he lived tho cuz that would be so unnecessary.
at the first episodes when the writers were trying to makes us think that a-ri became a bad person and did bad things too was so so bad, remember when shi-hyun said to the police " i wanted to help her (or something like that) until she did what she did" like a-ri didn't do anything wrong at all and never deserved all the hate and suffering she got...
also, the last episode where the "bff" is getting a-ri's revenge was so confusing, she was one of her biggest haters but after she cried some tears with some nonsense reason for doing that it was all okay??? again, the plot had many holes, some of the characters were written poorly and no character development at all.
i would not recommend, in my opinion it was a waste of time, it was more boring than it was entertaining.

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Story of Yanxi Palace
2 people found this review helpful
by deidra
Jul 2, 2023
70 of 70 episodes seen
Completed 3
Overall 8.5
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 10
Music 6.0
Rewatch Value 9.0

must watch

stumbled upon 2 trailers on youtube. searched for the real thing and saw the scary "70 episodes lasting 45min". thought for myself "no, won't do it".... then was enable to forget the trailers. decided to give it a try and drop it if the first couple wasn't appealing. watched one, then 2, then 5 in a row. and thought for myself "I am so happy there is 65 more left!"

it's just so catching! I watched all 70 episodes in 9 days. slept very late twice doing so. really, be careful and strongly plan your viewing schedule. otherwise it will mess with your sleeping time.

it's just an other palace story, with intrigues and bad guys. the main character is very unique though. I was a little disappointed with the 2 last episodes, but nothing really bad. the journey was enchanting because the character development is so well done! really a must watch.

when to watch? there is some violence and the relationships between the characters are very complex. it is still suitable for teenagers over 15. the complexity of the story can lead to very interesting conversations with relatives and friends. so watch with them!

(spoilers in my comment bellow, come and let's talk about it after you watch)

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Our Skyy 2: Star in My Mind
1 people found this review helpful
Jul 2, 2023
2 of 2 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 8.5
Story 8.5
Acting/Cast 8.5
Music 8.5
Rewatch Value 7.5

Perfect Chemistry

Our Skyy 2: Star in My Mind is an interesting case of the special episodes being way better than the series itself. The plot, while simple, managed to correct some of the series' mistakes. For instance, the supporting characters now have their own stories and relationships -- Typhoon got his happy ending, and the other friends had things to care about aside from Dao and Kluen's relationship.

Another highlight of the episodes was the important message about jealousy. In many BL series, jealousy is presented as hot, but it is not -- being jealous of your partner means that you are insecure in your relationship with them. It was so great to see Dao underscore this.

Most importantly, Joong and Dunk have more chemistry than a Chemistry textbook. If in Star in My Mind they had good chemistry, here it is through the roof. They are one of the few on-screen pairings -- not only in BL, but in movies and series in general -- whose characters I can genuinely believe love each other, are in a relationship, and have slept together.

Overall, I was pleasantly surprised by these two episodes. Even those of you who did not enjoy the series much might like them.

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Cutie Pie
1 people found this review helpful
Jul 2, 2023
12 of 12 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 7.0
Story 5.5
Acting/Cast 7.5
Music 9.0
Rewatch Value 5.5

I guess its actually not that bad

I have no idea why people gave such harsh reviews about this show, its not as horrid as I was expecting in the end.
So yes, there was no valid explanation as to why Lian and Yi just behaved so..... in the beginning, or about the sudden behavioural changes somewhere along the line

I was confused at a lot of point, especially concerning Yi and Diao's relationship. Was there a prequel or parent story I missed somewhere? Every part of their relationship was a huge question mark to me. Also, what was the basis of Yi's unreasonable possessiveness over Diao? who sets a curfew for a college student at 9pm? They weren't even dating prior to the start of the show so what actually was any of that? I know a good portion of the show was chaotic but Yi and Diao raised so many red flags and question marks

And then theres a whole lot of heavy kissing scenes (not that Im complaining) which distract us from the main plot and distract us from all the confusing... who knows what thats going on

But to be honest, Nuer and Syn's couple was the main thing that kept me going anyways. Their ship might just have been the best executed plotline in the whole show and I wish they wouldve had more screentime

I like the show, the characters are cute, their acting was nice (although at certain points I wanted to reach into the screen and punch Diao), the music was amazing as well.

Diao and Kuea's friendship was adorable as well

I still dont get why Lian said he didnt love Kuea in the begining though? Like, Lian and Yi's characters were confusing at a lot of points but as I said, Im just here for NuerSyn

This review might seem disjointed and confusing but hey.., so is the show

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Celebrity
0 people found this review helpful
Jul 2, 2023
12 of 12 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 9.0
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 9.0
Music 8.5
Rewatch Value 8.5

Intense war along the way but ending was tame

The script is extremely well written, most of its dialogues are very detailed and able to live up to its tension. The pacing is great and the storyline spreads out incredibly, the social media war was well thought out and it's quite informative on how the social media business works behind the scene, the main lead who starts from the bottom and eventually becomes a vigilante that purges everyone else stepping in her way. Every trick and stunt in the luxury market reflects on the current society where humans are divided into rankings or levels, it's all highlighted with contrasty cinematography like a wide spectrum of colors. It's just that the ending is a little tame and expected when the war was fought so intensely along the way, but overall it is already one of the better kdrama this year.

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More Than Friends
4 people found this review helpful
Jul 2, 2023
16 of 16 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 2.0
Story 2.0
Acting/Cast 2.0
Music 1.0
Rewatch Value 1.0

YIKES!

It's exactly as bad as the synopsis made it sound and its execution was 10 folds worse. I feel sorry for older cast such as Ahn Nae Sang and Kim Hee Jung to have this drama in their resume. The entire drama was disastrous enough but the leading cast was the worst part of it. The actors/actresses themselves and their respective characters were failing and stumbling every step of the way with no chance of recovery.
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Oh No! Here Comes Trouble
3 people found this review helpful
Jul 2, 2023
12 of 12 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 9.5
Story 9.5
Acting/Cast 9.5
Music 9.0
Rewatch Value 9.5

A Spellbinding Supernatural Thriller

Prepare to be enthralled by this series as it takes you on an exhilarating ride from lighthearted comedy to the realm of supernatural thriller. With each episode delivering an entertaining and captivating experience, this series has undoubtedly been one of the highlights of the year. However, what truly sets it apart and propels it into the realm of awesomeness is the dynamic interplay between its three main characters.

The story primarily revolves around Pu Yi Yong, a delinquent student who possesses an extraordinary talent for calligraphy that he fails to appreciate. At school, he is known for either underperforming in exams or tormenting our second main character, Cao Guang Yan, a studious individual with aspirations of becoming a doctor. However, everything changes for Pu Yi Yong when he meets with a tragic bus accident that claims his father's life and leaves his grandfather in a coma. Upon waking up after two years, he discovers an uncanny ability to attract the deceased and the intense emotions they leave behind, compelling him to help them with the power of his calligraphy. In his journey, he crosses paths with Chen Chu Ying, a policewoman, and together, the trio embarks on a mission to aid these otherworldly entities and unravel long-standing mysteries.

The series thrives on the captivating relationships between its characters. Pu Yi Yong, portrayed as both caring and occasionally foolish, often tests the patience of Cao Guang Yan and Chen Chu Ying, leading to moments of frustration and eventual understanding. Similarly, Pu Yi Yong's bond with his mother is portrayed as one of love and understanding, adding depth to his character. As the episodes progress, the connection between the three main characters, particularly Pu Yi Yong and Cao Guang Yan, evolves from animosity to mild annoyance, and ultimately blossoms into a genuine friendship, culminating in a strong bond by the series' finale.

Each episode delves into the complexities of human emotions, with supernatural entities serving as vessels for these profound feelings. From tales of love between parents and children to the intricate dynamics between identical siblings, the series explores a range of emotions, leaving viewers with a lingering sense of unease and deep reflection. The exceptional supporting cast deserves praise for their incredible performances, skillfully bringing these intricate emotions to life on screen and keeping audiences captivated throughout.

In conclusion, this is a spellbinding supernatural thriller infused with mystery and a touch of comedy, brought to life by a stellar ensemble of actors. The series boasts memorable plotlines and evokes a myriad of emotions that will resonate with viewers long after the final episode. Prepare to be engrossed in a world where the supernatural meets raw human emotions, offering a viewing experience that is both thrilling and thought-provoking.

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Gen Z
2 people found this review helpful
Jul 2, 2023
40 of 40 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 7.5
Story 8.0
Acting/Cast 10
Music 8.0
Rewatch Value 5.0
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Who is Sun Tuo tuo?

The whole basis of bringing sun tuo tuo into the story was the fact that she was the inheritor and that she was going to lead the sect to a better future.

Failure:
* Lack of representation of the character sun tuo tuo.
* at 1 point the characters were repeatedly discussing whether Western or Chinese medicine is better.
* what happened after the retrieval of ginseng? (I may have missed it).
* was there a need for covid representation?
* What happened to wu shen dao? did he regain all his memories? who was he speaking to?
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The Luminous Solution
1 people found this review helpful
by Lyson
Jul 2, 2023
6 of 6 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 8.0
Story 8.0
Acting/Cast 7.0
Music 8.0
Rewatch Value 1.0
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It's not some memorable masterpiece, but in the end I gave it an 8+ because...

...of THE GOOD:
1. It's an original story concept insofar as the average BL's go, while also tackling the difficult task of telling a non-linear storyline AND executing a totally unexpected plot twist SUCCESSFULLY. I don't think anyone watching this series saw that last ep plot twist coming. I certainly did not.
2. With the exception of the actor who played Phatit (sorry hard fact, but he doesn't rate, really needs an acting coach or a new vocation), the acting in this for all the rest of the cast is actually pretty good.
3. The writers were clever, using a 'second pairing' trope, when in fact, there is only one pair that the story is focused on.
4. The writers WENT THERE and most people don't like that because they want their happy ending BL story, but they made a BL story with a seemingly 'great' partner who is revealed to have major character flaws and he ends up cheating, which yes, it happens quite often. And even though the story is intermingling with supernatural elements which could be argued to have affected things, it turns out the wishing doesn't really have anything to do with it, people are just weak, and the main pair still had to struggle with the infidelity and other issues and they did NOT make it through like nothing happened. No blatantly happy ending. Only a little. Refreshing.
5. They tied up ALL the loose ends. Even Mai being so aggressively sexual as a teen suddenly made more sense when we compare it with Thana as an adult being a sexually aggressive and impulsive dumbass. And this story certainly wasn't rushed, in fact, six eps was more than they needed. (I won't list the details they tied up, but if anyone is confused about the story, I'd be happy to help with some answers)


So...The DRAWBACKS:
1. The unexpected plot twist could also be attributed to the fact that the casting for the teenage 'Thana' (Mai) and 'Phatit' (Ryou) didn't resemble the adult version even remotely. I don't know if the reason why they cast two sets of totally dissimilar (in appearance) actors was in order to bury the plot twist, or if it was just poor casting choices on the real, but truly, that was really not great. The same can be said for the adult versions of the school friends, ZERO resemblance. That said, the young and older version of the cafe' lady was well done and yet still, didn't really suspect that.
2. It was a bit long winded, which made eps 3 to 5 drag a bit, and so the pay off of episode 6's plot twist didn't hit quite as well as it might have, had the build up to the infidelity and the reveal happened a bit faster.
3. Was it messy? Yes, a bit,, because it's non-linear and it's past and present and they're trying to not let anyone catch on, but was it a total mess? Nope.

Overall, this is worth a one time watch.
NOTICE FOR: Anyone reading this who hasn't watched it yet, just be warned that it's a little slow to the point and heavy handed on some unnecessary scenes. Episode 5 was nearly a deal breaker for me to be honest, but I'm glad I hung in there.

Maybe it's just me, but I appreciate something that doesn't try to sell me a flowery story just to be a people pleaser, because honestly, if people had the ability to make wishes and have them actually come true, the amount of f*ck ups would be endless.
At the very least, if you're a patient person, give it a try.

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Ongoing 7/21
To the Moon and Back
6 people found this review helpful
by ssbbtt
Jul 2, 2023
7 of 21 episodes seen
Ongoing 0
Overall 8.5
Story 9.5
Acting/Cast 9.0
Music 7.0
Rewatch Value 8.5

Where’s everyone.. ? This is a good drama !!!

This is so good.. start it.. don’t contemplate anymore.. where’s everybody… ? so many well done scenes in this Lakorn (Thai soap opera).. we’re seeing how characters are developing, the script is playing out.. from the one that feels caged to slowly taking charge of their happiness and Life, the parent slowly forgiving and accepting…. the challenges that lurk ahead.. (offcourse they’ll overcome all.. lol) ..

Love the plot, the dynamics, family, friendship, brewing romance, the pacing (sometimes slow paced is good.. doesn’t feel draggggged for me.. lol - the character developments is moving just right for me )..

It’s something to relax, watch and enjoy with some slice of life okay ..

P.s. I’ll update when done

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Light
0 people found this review helpful
Jul 2, 2023
Completed 0
Overall 9.0
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 10
Music 5.0
Rewatch Value 9.0
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Troubled individual finds potential heeling in Love

Light a deeply troubled and disapointed individual, abused and raped, turns into hustling for a living, Too often this is a reality, more for the social "underdogs", those spit out by a brutal materialistic world/society than with upper class members. Falling without a net can be deadly. But prostitution, highly criminalized in most societies is one last net to fall in. But as being criminialized a most dangerous one. His name gives a hint for his future!
Shuo, the undercover policeman, is thankfully not described as hetero, his being gay is thankfully to be seen in the beginning ... A reflection of the moved forward into 21st century Taiwanese society? I guess yes. And as a gay man, loving cinema, I am thankful for.
The story shows the difficulties and troubles in such a relation between a white knight, Shuo, and the beaten up (in more than 1 meaning) Light. It is starting dark and sinister. With no hope to escape ... But is Light willing to escape? It seemed not ... And Shuo showed forgiving based on real love.
A heart warming story rising out of the mud and darkness of streetlife in a criminal surounding. Yes it can happen ... especially when no drugs are playing a vital role.
The acting was realistic and good, they showed a good research propr to the filming. The directors work / lead must have been with compassion and the aim for a good story to be told. A mission? I would not say! The film was made professional and showed within 44min what can be shown too in an epic length of 1,5hs to 2hs ...
Worth rewatching, with the possibility to become a LGBTQIA+ film classic ... it should only be know and recognized by a wider audience.

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Zenra Meshi
0 people found this review helpful
Jul 2, 2023
12 of 12 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 4.5
Story 6.0
Acting/Cast 6.0
Music 1.0
Rewatch Value 2.0
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Food as sex substitute?

The show production is professional, as the acting of the cast. And the people know what they do. It is not like being made in an assembly line without any heart in.
A BL show deeply steeped in the arty stereotypes of the target audience, with 1 kinky element of eating without clothes, Naked, probably for effect. Waving the sex flag?
Misunderstandings and exaggerated Japanese codes of conduct then provide twists in the plot ... Only in the last episodes, starting with No 8, the story got more and twists. Especially when 1 one of the leads is following the hetero normatives and start dating his co-worker. 'The flashbaks try to expalain actual reactions, but can´t really except for the yearning of the 2nd lead for his beloved.
I personally have not experienced, not even in my environment, that I would have been so in love with my childhood sweetheart that would let me, or others, live celibate lives until I finally found my love again .... Unreal and really, sorry, a sign that I personally cannot develop. Even if this love would have been as here been requitted (most unlikely!) or if they/we had been in a relation. Thinking of this 1st love stays, but never in such a way. Forgott he had 1 love affair ...
And 1 lead is again imaged as hetero in the beginning and does become gay ... You are gay or bi, You don´t become (touched by the fairy) all of a sudden LGBTQIA+ ... This ultra conservative (AlrTight) hetero pseudo narrative is reproduced in the show again ,,, as in so many other BLs. it's so yawn-inducing! Again you LGBTQIA+ or not. You don´t get "poke, fertilized" all of a sudden (BL) gay.
The ending profane and technical, as in an arranged marriage, even if both remove their clothes to eat ... or even food as a sex substitute? Not even an embrace, after a chaste kissing while sleeping ... Where live these writers? Or what picture do they want to promote?

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Celebrity
2 people found this review helpful
by Weeee
Jul 2, 2023
12 of 12 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 8.5
Story 7.5
Acting/Cast 8.5
Music 9.0
Rewatch Value 6.0

Fame and fall

Binged it all. It is worth the watch i must say.

Celebrity is a drama with alot of elements. It depicts the harsh reality and the base truth of what it takes and how low people can stoop to get famous. Our lead entering the very world, unveiling the secrets and making a stead there.

Fame, money, status, power, hashtag!!

It has an amazing opening. Each episode starts with a narration. It's like story telling, first i was not much interested but it slowly pulled me into it. I was expecting and excited. Celebrity is dark and deep. It has an intriguing aura to it.

It has an amazing set, i absolutely loved the visuals and cinematography it's really good to watch. I loved seeing cars.

Story pacing was good, but ending could have been better. There were few holes but i don't think they lead to any much of a displeasure while watching.

It has light romance and though i wished to see more of the leads being together.

As for the characters, there wasn't much of a deep personality to them idk how to say that. Some characters did get on my nerves. There wasn't good a establishment but, i do like the main leads.

The cast i need to say I've been seeing park gyu young from 2 years maybe, and i really love her. She killed it she is so cool. As for kang min hyuk, it was last in heirs. I'm really glad to see him he got so hotter. As for the others they all did a good job. I don't know most of the cast, leaving Seo A ri's mom, the factory ahjussi, the argon bar owner.

It's not perfect but,
the drama was a nice ride, with some unexpected turns and slopes. Good to watch once and i hope you

For me it's a 8.5.

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The Luminous Solution
0 people found this review helpful
by Tangy
Jul 2, 2023
6 of 6 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 6.5
Story 6.0
Acting/Cast 7.5
Music 7.0
Rewatch Value 5.5

Interesting premise but poor writing

I was looking foward to this series because of supernatural element but it fell short of my expectations. Main reason being poor writing. Side plot of the cafe lady felt unnecessary. Our main CP arent likeable (i can understand that they have been together for soo long , so their relationship is bond to have troubles) but i don't hold that against the series. It redeems itself through the side CP (Ryou n Mai),they are soo goddamn CUTE!!!!!. I assure you that the series is worth watching just for them .They are my favourite part of this series. Also I actually liked the plot twist but it was really poorly done. Only if it had been written well ,it would have been brilliant. Another thing i dont like about this series is that they didn't dwell much in the supernatural aspect which made it kinda confusing to say the least.

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My Perfect Stranger
48 people found this review helpful
Jul 2, 2023
16 of 16 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 9.5
Story 9.5
Acting/Cast 10
Music 9.0
Rewatch Value 8.5
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Sophisticated genre mix. Soulful. Well grounded. At a comfortable pace.

With "My Perfect Stranger" KBS has succeeded in creating a sophisticated genre mix: there is a complex crime thriller that is excitingly intertwined across time and space, colored with its ultimately opaque interdependencies. There is charming time-travel with the chance to heal emotionally troubled family relationships and with the distinctive complexion of the late 1980s in the transition from dictatorship to democracy. There is also the pointed coming-of-age of the protagonist's parents and their classmates of that time. At last, even a (though rather tender, cautious) love story emerges out of the common fate of the two time travelers.

The KDrama thus is presenting (in my opinion) a thorough emotional variety, which has a lot to offer from suspense to amusement an even romantic vibes. So all of this comes rather casually. Well grounded. At a comfortable pace. With feeling, especially around the diverse family dynamics, which are allowed to take their distinct twists and turns from the different perspectives of time and space.

A coherent, harmonious KDrama experience. Worthwhile.

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