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Dragged out revenge and cliche historical drama with great promise initially

The series had a strong start and an interesting premise of the old switcharoo of the fml with their twin who was accidentally killed. It was such a good plot at the start but sometime from the 2nd half, sometime betweeen episode 9 and 11th, the drama becomes such a cliché of what that is historical where they only focus on elements like power struggle conspiracies, That actually made me drop the drama initially and i just kinda had it on my dropped maybe pick up again later sort of list, Its my i might still watch it when i have nothing else i really want to watch and then finiosh it then. BAsically the whole stpry starts to revolve around corruption among ministers, revenge, etc.
THIS SHOULD NOT HAVE BEEN 20 EPISODES, it feels so long and everything got dragged out to the MAX. I actually ended up watching it with 1,5 speed or something at the end bc it started to drag out THAT much.
I had been continuously old that it gets better and more interesting but this just feels like its one of those where you really gotta love the historical aspects of the show to like it to be that long.
They try to keep the watcher engaged with the plot several times by incorporating twists here and there, but those twists were just not worth it for me at least.

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Good show to watch as long as you are ok with red rangers character

The story was very conceise with good pacing. Each arc served a clear purpose and kept things interesting. The villians stole the show for me. They did a good job depicting a multidimesntional villian.

Very red ranger and villian centered. There especially was not a lot of development on the female charcters. Also a heads up, the red ranger behaves in a very child-like manner and has a weird way of speaking which could be annoyinh to some people.

This was my first sentai I completed so I would say it is a good place to start with. The costume design is also pretty good.

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love or not.

This is a very interesting series. it took me trying a few tries before i could make myself finish 1st episode. it was difficult for me to get into the series. and it took me few episodes to love the story , actions - leads and supporting characters and their back stories.

the series attempts to explore happiness , who is happier,-one who is single , or one in relationship or one in marriage. It seemed everyone is unhappy irrespective of their relationship status. married ones , more so.

it seemed only the women are worried about the health of their relationships , their happiness in it and wish to work on it .
was the series meant to be that way? FL's ex other than being scumbag doesnt even leave her with shred of dignity when he dumps her.

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This is a sequel to "Me And Thee Series" so go watch that first to understand this one properly!

I was literally squealing and blushing so much whenever Mok & Rome were onscreen like their moments were so much cute and sweet uffff like that little kiss btw Mok & Rome was a sign of Mok being bold enough finally and their hugs ufff like their overall chemistry with each other is just chef's kiss and ofc I did miss Khun Thee's chaoticness including his overbearingly hyperromanticness towards his LookPeach now talking about P'Peach, he has got that glow yk yup that after-marriage glow hihi but Khun Thee is truly a green forest for sure like their relationship is so much healthy! The kind of love, trust, and respect they have for each other is something that I adore the most — Tawan & Aran also had a glow-up, a healthy one with no toxicness, so that's a good sign. Well, overall, Episode 1 has started well, like, filled with an equal amount of fluff + suspense, but to be honest, I just can't wait for Episode 2 ~!

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The only reason I started watching this was JoongDunk. I was really curious about how they’d handle the series, and honestly, I’m thrilled with it. I didn't expect to enjoy it this much. I would have finished it ages ago, but unfortunately, I didn't have much time for series due to school. Still, I enjoyed it immensely; I grew fond of the main characters, and even though I guessed who the villain was early on, there was a surprise waiting for me at the end. Quite a plot twist, I won't lie. Overall, the production was amazing; there wasn't a single person who didn't fully inhabit their role, and everything made sense. The OST is great, too—even before I started watching the show, it was already among my top songs of the week 🤣, so I’d always dance along whenever it played. Of course, we have to keep in mind that it’s a Thai series, so we can't expect a massive blockbuster, but this was so well-made that it barely felt like a typical Thai drama. Just the way Joong was promoting it everywhere told me it couldn't be that bad. And it turned out I was right—I really enjoyed it. Throughout the whole run, there was maybe just one 15+ scene between Kamin and Jade; otherwise, it was a genuine detective story (expect blood and violence! ☝🏻) featuring themes of friendship, betrayal, family, and—above all—revenge.

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THis is not that kind of Lolita!. She is not a mistress; two wives in name only.

This is a review after watching 6 episodes, so there isn't much to conclude yet.

I think Xiao Hou has a rather distinct brand when it comes to strong, fierce action scenes, and that raspy, high-toned, sexy voice that whispers love songs, drifting viewers away into a daze. He is also one of the top-performing male leads when it comes to drama. The action scenes in this series haven't been featured heavily yet, but they are well-executed.

Don't assume that because he is paired with a young actress, the romance won't be moving. Viewers can be touched by the story itself without needing excessive physical contact shown on screen. There's no need to overprotect the female lead; everyone knows what is appropriate. Even Xiao Hou himself entered the industry at the age of 19–20 and must have encountered romantic scenes back then; he knows exactly what to do and where the boundaries are.

Right now, I'm eagerly anticipating the reveal of the female lead's true identity.

Xiao Hou’s comedic expressions and gestures aren't quite sharp yet—almost there, but not quite—though he absolutely nails the sweet eyes and beautiful smile.
Aimi has such beautiful eyes, and she is incredibly talented at crying scenes.
Riley Wang has such thick, long, and beautifully curled eyelashes, just FYI I can't help talking about him.

The pacing of the story is very fast. If you don't watch closely or if you miss the dialogue, you'll easily get lost—especially regarding who the female lead is and who A Mao is. I think if they showed more of the male lead's backstory, we would understand his behavior better. I must praise the casting for the child actor; the styling makes him look just like a young Xiao Hou. From what I recall of his childhood photos, he really did look like that when he was a kid.

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If you want to watch this and you can understand Japanese then this could be put in the background.

This season suffers from pacing issues. The first half of the show was spent on random gags and little to no character development and plot which dragged the overall story. We only start getting some more plpt points from tge 28th episode which is more than halfway into the show. This affected the later half of the show where the characters lacked the depth for the emotional scenes and the villians themselves came did not leave a lasting impression. The final battle was anticlimatic and the overall camerawork did not help with the jokes and gags of the show.

I think this was a show with lots of potential that was unfullfilled. I like the op and the suits were well designed.

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Tante perplessità, ma produzione fantastica.

La produzione è fantastica, nulla da dire in merito. La trama di base e gli intrighi politici sono ben eseguiti e riescono a catturare l'attenzione. I giochi di potere all'interno della monarchia moderna sono scritti bene: mi è piaciuta l'evoluzione del primo ministro, forse il vero doppiogiochista di tutto il drama. Ciononostante alla lunga alcune situazioni sono risultate ridondanti (vedi i continui tentativi di omicidio tramite incendio, decisamente ripetitivi).
​Per quanto riguarda la storia d'amore, è il punto in cui il drama perde quota: personalmente mi è sembrata senza senso. Non tanto per l'affiatamento tra i due personaggi, quanto per la ricerca di questo matrimonio reale, che ho trovato estremamente forzata. Soprattutto da parte di lui, Yi-dain, non sono ancora riuscita a capire cosa avrebbe giovato da questa unione.
Pur essendo una grandissima fan di entrambi gli attori protagonisti, ho trovato IU non adatta al ruolo. Inoltre, il suo personaggio non mi è stato per nulla simpatico. Avrebbe dovuto avere un passato difficile che l'avrebbe costretta a crearsi una corazza da "main girl" forte e determinata, ma a me è sembrata solo frivola, viziata e priva di spessore. Non sono riuscita a empatizzare con lei in nessun momento.
​Il Protagonista Maschile al contrario, è stato fantastico. Ha retto la scena magnificamente, valorizzando al massimo il suo personaggio .

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The Weight of Thirty Years

Scarecrow is more than just a k drama, it feels like an entire lifetime packed into one series. I had been looking forward to this drama for months and deliberately waited until it finished airing so I could binge-watch it. Thankfully, it did not disappoint.

Since this drama is based on a true story, I don't think it's fair to judge the plot as simply "good" or "bad." These events actually happened, and countless innocent lives were affected. Instead of criticizing the story, I'd rather appreciate how the drama chose to tell it. It reminds us that real life isn't always like fiction. Not every case is solved because of a righteous protagonist, and not every person in authority chooses justice over their own interests. Sometimes the people who are supposed to protect the truth are the very ones who bury it. That harsh reality is what made this drama so impactful.

Kang Tae Joo was the character I felt the sorry for. He did everything he could to be an honest detective, yet life was never truly on his side. Some secrets are kept not because people are guilty, but because exposing them could put everyone they love in danger. Unfortunately, that was exactly the burden he had to carry. Imagine living with guilt and unanswered questions for 30 years. Thirty years of wondering if you could have done something differently. That alone was heartbreaking.

Cha Si Young, on the other hand, was one of the most complex characters in the series. One moment I hated him, and the next I found myself understanding him. He wasn't purely evil nor completely good. Whenever his father wasn't around, you could see the decent person he wanted to be. But the fear and control his father had over him pushed him into making terrible decisions as a prosecutor. His internal conflict made him one of the most interesting characters to watch.

I also have to mention Seo Ji Hye. Her portrayal of Kang Sun Nyeong in 1988 was absolutely wonderful. If you haven't watched My Perfect Stranger, I highly recommend it. I became a fan of hers after that drama, and once again she proved why she's such a talented actress.

Then there's Kang Sun Young and Lee Gi Beom. I honestly lost count of how many times I cried because of them. I won't spoil anything, but their story was one of the most heartbreaking parts of the entire drama. Even after thirty years had passed, the pain they carried never truly disappeared.

There were so many moments where I wished this drama had a Tunnel-style time travel plot. I found myself desperately wanting someone to go back in time and stop everything before it happened. Especially the Kang Min Ji case, please that case just broke me as a whole. That's how emotionally invested I became in this story.

The final two episodes were an emotional roller coaster. One moment I was crying, the next I was furious, and then suddenly I felt a sense of relief. The emotional pacing was incredible, and every revelation hit exactly when it needed to.

I'm especially grateful that Kang Tae Joo still had Seo Ji Won by his side, even after three decades without communication. When Seo Ji Won said, "After 30 years, am I supposed to lose you again?" I completely broke down. That single line carried the weight of everything they had endured. It honestly felt like I had lived those thirty years with them, carrying the same guilt, longing, and hope.

What impressed me most was that this drama wasn't just about finding a serial killer. It was about the failures of the justice system, corruption, abuse of power, and the painful reality that justice isn't always served when the people at the top care more about protecting themselves than protecting the truth. That message stayed with me long after I finished the final episode. This is easily one of the best k dramas I've watched this year. The performances were perfect, the characters felt incredibly human, the cinematography was beautiful, and every emotional scene landed perfectly. More importantly, it never relied on cheap twists or unnecessary drama. It trusted its story, its characters, and the audience and that confidence paid off. Even after the credits rolled, I found myself thinking about the characters and the real people behind this story. That's when you know a drama has truly left its mark.

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feelings

cũng không biết dùng từ gì để diễn tả nữa, sau bao nhiêu năm tháng thì cũng tìm được bộ phim đi qua được cái bóng của 1000 stars rùi, phim chọn diễn viên từ kiếp trước với kiếp này nó giống nhau tới 99% luôn, quá đỉnh. Cả về nội dung, tất cả đều tỉ mỉ và có nghiên cứu rất kĩ nữa. Mình đã không thất vọng khi chờ bộ phim gần cả năm, dù bộ phim đã rất viral rồi nhưng mình hi vọng mọi người se. biết đến phim nhiều hơn nữa. Bởi vì nó rất đỉnh, không còn gì để chê nổi luôn á. 1000000/10 điểm cho phim lun ý

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This show was an absolute rollercoaster of emotions and I completely loved it! I went from having full-on laughing fits and giggling with a goofy smile on my face to crying a river. It’s a silly, chaotic, and intentionally over-the-top rom-com that perfectly balances its wild moments with more vulnerable ones that totally won me over.

The charm of the show is hands down Duang. How can anyone resist his impulsive, optimistic, naive, and vibrant energy? I love when he says he’s going to win Qin’s heart and that he’s not asking for permission, just letting him know. But while Duang is an open book and completely transparent about his feelings, Qin is the exact opposite. Seemingly cold and emotionally guarded, he slowly gives in to Duang’s chaotic, over-the-top, yet incredibly tender charm.

Qin was actually the character that surprised me the most. He’s complex, and the show gradually reveals the reasons behind his reserved nature and emotional distance. The nanny scene had me sobbing. Huge props to the young actor who played child Qin, because that was a really difficult, heavy scene.

TeeTee and Por have perfect chemistry, it feels so natural and they delivered all the emotional weight their characters demanded. Casting Yim as Duang’s older brother was a stroke of genius. Loved it! The entire cast gave solid performances, with North being a major standout. Plus, the OST is just as sweet and vibrant as the show itself. Duang with You has definitely made it onto my comfort show list.

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A história tem um potencial tremendo, mas o curto espaço que nos é permitido acompanhar, deixa o rastro do que poderia ser..
O irmão mais velho, protetor, que cuida do irmão mais novo mais do que a si mesmo, e o mais novo, que tem a tempestade silenciosa no peito e anseia pelo amor romântico do irmão nominal.
Ambos sofrem a sua maneira. Enquanto o mais novo sofre pela aproximação do irmão com a namorada e vivenciando sua vida de faculdade, o mais velho se priva também quando descobre os sentimentos do irmão mais novo.
Aquele amargor no peito vai crescendo lentamente em nós, telespectadores, torcendo para que a história não seja trágica.
O mais novo, imaturo, tenta afastar a namorada, porque já perdeu tudo, não queria perder a única pessoa que sempre esteve ao lado dele. O rosto pálido da história contada pelo "Ge Ge" começa a transparecer nos dois.
O mais novo rompe, o mais velho sofre, ainda é amor de irmão?
As atuações são ótimas, ambos conseguiram expressar cada etapa do sentimento que seus personagens vivenciavam.
Gostaria de ver mais..

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