Reviews

So cute Guchijun, So cool Zhangzhehan ❤️

Oh my gosh, "Castle in the Time" is such an amazing drama! I absolutely loved Zhang Zhehan's portrayal of Gu Chijun. He was just so wise and composed, and his acting skills were seriously impressive.

Gu Chijun goes through so much emotional turmoil throughout the series, but Zhang Zhehan does a fantastic job of bringing out every little emotion and detail. His performance really made me feel all of Gu Chijun's joys and sorrows as if they were my own.

But can we also talk about how cute the female lead was? I just adored her character so much! She was such a lovable and relatable character, and I found myself rooting for her throughout the entire series.

All in all, Zhang Zhehan and the entire cast did an incredible job with "Castle in the Time". I can't wait to see what they have in store for us next!

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The Korean version of this drama is not the wrenching Greek tragedy that the Japanese one was and that is both bad and good to me. Bad because it was not as emotionally disturbing as the Japanese version. And good because … it was not as emotionally disturbing as the Japanese version. The Japanese version left me feeling completely drained. This one is not quite as upsetting. I like the characters in this Korean version better. Kim Moo Young is not as damaged and Yoo Jin Kook is much more sympathetic. I think all of the actors did a great job, particularly Seo In Guk.

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I love Zhang Zhehan ❤️

"Castle in the Time" is an unforgettable TV drama, and Zhang Zhehan's portrayal of Gu Chijun really left a mark on the audience. Gu Chijun is such a wise and composed character, and Zhang Zhehan's acting skills and deep understanding of the role truly shine through.

Gu Chijun is a character who goes through a rollercoaster of emotions, facing numerous setbacks and challenges throughout the series. From his courageous pursuit in the beginning to his unwavering beliefs towards the end, Gu Chijun's growth and transformation are truly moving. Zhang Zhehan beautifully captures Gu Chijun's inner world with subtle expressions and delicate emotions, allowing viewers to feel every joy, sorrow, and everything in between as if they experienced it themselves.

Not only does Zhang Zhehan excel in conveying emotions, but he also does a fantastic job portraying Gu Chijun's intelligence and wisdom. Gu Chijun is a smart and insightful character, and Zhang Zhehan's meticulous acting vividly showcases Gu Chijun's exceptional intelligence and unique thinking style. Whether it's solving puzzles or overcoming challenges, he leaves the audience impressed.

Moreover, Zhang Zhehan puts a lot of effort into portraying Gu Chijun's character traits. Through attention to detail and precise acting, he clearly brings out Gu Chijun's personality. Gu Chijun is deep and restrained, yet gentle and considerate. His persistence and sincerity touch those around him, leaving a lasting impression on the audience. Zhang Zhehan seamlessly merges himself with the character, perfectly handling every emotion and detail, making Gu Chijun a timeless image in the minds of the audience.

All in all, Zhang Zhehan's portrayal of Gu Chijun is unforgettable in "Castle in the Time". His excellent acting skills and exquisite performance bring out Gu Chijun's complex emotions, intelligence, and deep personality traits. His performance allows viewers to fully experience Gu Chijun's growth and changes, adding many highlights to the series. We hope that Zhang Zhehan will continue to surprise the audience with his outstanding performances in future works.

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Fun to watch

Despite the low quality production, this is really a nice drama and i still watch it up to this day-! I think ive already watched it 7 times-! Its about a group of young kids solving mystery cases, critical thinking and detailed work. This drama shows friendship, growth and amazing character development which i absolutely love, definitely recommend for young kids or teen.
This drama isnt mainly based on romance, but more to amazing adventure with each and every character. However, i did almost drop it at first as it wasnt as entertaining as other historical cdrama ive watch. This drama is less tense compared to others. The drama made me think about daily life more, and trained me to be more detailed and careful while doing anything. In each situation, i would practice to be careful in all perspective to avoid being cheated or scammed.

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Too unserious to be the Euphoria of BL

I went into KinnPorsche with a lot of hype around the series after having watched a lot of BL and related media in 2021 when it was first getting rumored and made into reality having just finished amazing series like Until We Meet Again and Manner of Death. Those shows highlighted BL's growth as a genre and that was proof that some exceptional shows in the gay genre could exist and also have intrigue outside of the plot romance while also taking itself seriously. Unfortunately KinnPorsche did not live up those titles at all.

There are intense pacing issues and a distinct lack of -real- drama for quite literally the first five or six episodes, considering how the pilot introduces Kinn and Porsche and the (initial) pretense of why they are together; Kinn is the heir of the lead crime family in the area and needs a bodyguard in Porsche. So many episodes are spent in this 'training' arc that is very campy and there's quite literally nothing serious that happens until about five episodes in when Porsche is present for the 'teaching of a lesson' that goes haywire. Porsche is more of a sassy live in crush that throws quips around until the plot decides to get serious about 8+ episodes in and we have overlapping side stories finally bringing the forest from the trees together and reminding the audience of the overarching plot. Sprinkled scenes of intimacy held me in suspense and yes they were nice but I didn't think Kinn and Porsche's chemistry was that great, either, they are just very attractive guys but I didn't feel any chemistry beyond that. I wasn't hooked until the very last episode but felt like it took way too long to get a coherent overarching plot amounting to something and to get satisfying comeuppances from the various characters. Didn't like Vegas much and I kind of hated Pete and Vegas, it just seemed out of nowhere but I did enjoy Kim and Porchay, Porsche's younger brother.

There's a story about family and loyalty and deception in KinnPorsche but it takes too long to find itself and meanders drunkenly through campy arcs for way too long to then have to rely on tired tropes to deliver. KinnPorsche to me wasn't offensively bad, but I can't say I thought it was good, either. If there's something to takeaway, I enjoyed the fighting scenes in KP way more than any of the BL aspects.

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Appreciation

Honestly, thanks to this show I got a glimpse into the world of talented people who plays music in an orchestra. I thought i wouldn’t like it simply because I’m not particularly interested in this type of genre. However, Lee Young Ae impressed me with her seriousness about her trade, her steely cold demeanor, and of course, her conducting. She’s mesmerizing to watch, and I appreciate the work put into the role (i read) so definitely deserves the watch. Supporting cast were great too. Overall it’s a great watch and I’m glad i did. Other reviews have great intakes on the story.

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Short but Sweet - Captures the Fun and the Feels

I saw a few posts on the feeds praising “ BL Drama no Shuen ni Narimashita: Crank Up Hen”, so I decided to check it out. I’m glad I did. It’s an adorable drama about unrequited love in the world of filming a BL. Japan is known for some of the cutest and fluffiest BL dramas, along with some quirky ones.

I really like being able to hear each male lead’s inner monologues. Oftentimes, you only get one perspective and maybe another perspective in the very last episode. These monologues greatly enhanced my viewing pleasure during both comedic and more emotional scenes. I also appreciate that both characters are pretty similar in personality. I was worried that Hajime is the typical naive, innocent and introverted character, and would be too shy to utter any word. Luckily, he was just starstruck in the beginning, and is able to actually hold a conversation like a normal person. Akafuji, on the other hand, is not the typical superstar but a crazy stan. I feel that because they have a pretty balanced personality, they are on equal footing in regards to their romance.

This drama special starts with a lot of comedic and typical Japanese over-the-top manga adaptation moments. But eventually it dives into the emotional side of each character. One of the reasons I really enjoy this special is because it has 2 of my favorite things - unrequited love + those mini heartaches, and the guessing of whether he likes me or not. Both of these elements give me all the feels I need and especially in a manga adaptation comedy.

The acting of the leads is good. There isn’t anyone annoying or super loud. I do find the suits too big on the guys and they look too old in these oversized suits. Does anyone find Hajime in glasses looks like Daniel Radcliffe as Harry Potter? LOL. Ok, maybe it’s just me.

This is a short 3-episode fun watch with a lot of laughs, a lot of feels and a lot of cuteness.


Completed: 1/14/2024 - Review #395

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Uplifting. Positive. Honest.

I had no idea how a show about running could be so therapeutic until I found this gem. It’s by far the most heartwarming variety show I’ve ever watched. The concept is pretty simple: five girls go running together, get some healing through running on the beautiful running courses, bond with each other, and reflect on their past lives. I love how this show used running terms like pace, obstacle, recovery, and finish line as metaphors, relating to the ups and downs of life.

The scenery and the beauty shots are so calming. The motivational and introspective theme is very impactful. This show subtly highlighted how a good support system can really help someone get through any difficult time and move forward through the concept of running. The girls developed sincere friendships through this program. The deep talk about the struggles they faced elevated their bond above simple acquaintance. Understanding that even with just one person cheering, it manages to uplift someone to keep going on the adventure.

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An Impresive Start to a Hilarious Romcom

If you enjoyed watching the recently concluded romcom “The Matchmakers”, then probably “Knight Flower” should be on your watchlist. The premise is quite similar, a widowed daughter-in-law belonging to an influential family who lives a double life. While Jung Soon Deok (Cho Yi Hyun) portrayed a masterful matchmaker, Lee Ha Nee plays Cho Yeo Hwa, a gutsy yet happy-go-lucky widow who masquerades as the “legendary hero” at night. I jumped into this drama because Lee Ha Nee is one of my favorite actresses and her comic timing is unbeatable. If you have watched her in “The Fiery Priest”, then you would understand my point. She doesn’t disappoint here either; Yeo Hwa is a joy to watch, it could be the fight scenes where she punishes the baddies or her subtle romantic scenes with ML, Lee Jong Won. Well I did have reservations about this pairing, the eleven age-gap is pretty obvious; I’m not even sure if this is a noona romance. Nevertheless, both have a striking chemistry, and we are going to talk more about this!

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https://kcdramamusings.wordpress.com/2024/01/15/knight-flower-first-impressions/#more-450

"Knight Flower" Series Review

There are very few shows that actually get me excited; especially the weekend ones. Currently, I’m juggling not one but four shows on weekends and despite this hectic schedule, “Knight Flower” always held priority. Simply because I couldn’t wait to watch what kind of new antic Cho Yeo Hwa would get involved in. The central character of this show, Yeo Hwa is the dutiful widowed daughter-in-law of the Left State Councilor. She was widowed the day she got married and has spent 15 years mourning of the loss of a husband she never met. Rather tragic, but underneath her demure nature hides the legendary hero who climbs walls at night and helps the needy people while punishing the evil. The entire circumstances of this story line is elevated by the fact that Lee Ha Nee plays this role with a dexterity. Her perplexed expressions are on point, comedy is Lee Ha Nee’s strong point, and she excels in that. Let’s review this hilariously ridiculous romcom with slight dangerous edge!

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https://kcdramamusings.wordpress.com/2024/02/19/knight-flower-series-review/

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It's very cute, one of my favorites

I've never had time to write a review about this bl, and it's very cute, very well-developed, and I think it's still the best gmm production to date, there's something special about this work, the novel is already excellent, but the adaptation has managed to be just as good, it's good when you finish watching something and start looking for more information about the characters, this connection is not just any production that manages to make with its audience, here they have succeeded, every year I end up watching this work again, because this tale will always be eternal for me

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What a waste of time.

Even Lee Min-ho couldn't carry this show on his incredibly talented, exhausted, typecast backside.

The breeding pair's meet cute in Hollywood was alright, but the show fell apart the minute they returned to Korea. The only time the FL worked proactively toward a concrete goal was during that first story arc. After that she was only capable of reacting to things that happened to her. Through crying.

In stark contrast to shows like Boys Over Flowers and Cinderella and the Four Princes, Heirs' poor female lead doesn't make the gradual switch from an excitable ball of infinite optimism to a damp rag. Cha Eun-Sang starts off as a damp rag and only gets sadder and damper as the show progresses. It just gets tiring over time.

Sometimes a show with weak leads are carried by funny or charming side characters. That is not the case here. The schoolkids are the usual group of identical pop idols, released from the same vat of Retinol they were brewed from and given the order to "act cute." The older actors are obviously only there to get a paycheck.

Like a lot of shows of its kind, Heirs spends a lot of time with the characters' gaudy and obnoxious family members. These meandering plotlines completely bogged down the show's very thin plot.

Don't bother.

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