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An epic story of healing

Sam Dal a damsel in distress is healed by her white knight, brother from another mother, lifetime lover Yong Pil.

Sounds epic, doesn't it?

Beware though, this is drama land. Don't expect plausible character behavior or a coherent plot.

On the other side, there are plenty of asian dramas that manage to be plausible and coherent. So should we really be that lenient with the ones that aren't?

Alas, I can't.

PS: There are some decent support characters and side stories and also some totally pointless ones too, like Sang Do, a total waste of screen time.

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Stunning Lead Couple with Great Chemistry (Very light spoiler which is called out)

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I think this is a 9 rating show on the merits, which is great. But I am going to give it a 10 because we got pretty much a whole episode of happy to wrap things up! They didn’t just give us happy for 15 minutes at the end like so many dramas. Thanks to the writers and director!
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What can you say about the lead couple. They are so cute and have such great chemistry. They both did an incredible job that made this drama work. I’ll watch anything with Kim Yoo Jung in it because she is so beautiful and has such an incredible smile. And, yeah, she is an awesome actor as well :-)

The story was fun and a bit different so I enjoyed it even thought fantasy is not really my thing.

My recommendation is watch it for sure!

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Fun chaotic experience... except I'm a virgo and chaos is not my thing.

Jokes aside, Twinkling Watermelon deserves all the hype. I can't lie that this colourful poster and the confusing synopsis are a bit of a turn-off, and usually time-travel concepts can go wrong so eaisly. Thanfully, this drama never went wrong... somehow, it worked.

Behind its popularity hides the fact that TW is somewhat different than a lot of popular dramas. The concept itself is quite unique. And poeple love unique stuff. I remember when we were all watching Extraordinary You three years ago, we've all enjoyed it because it was different and it quickly became really popular... somehow it reminded me of it.

The drama gives you a warm feeling. It makes you feel young again. It makes you regret that you're not a teenager anymore. It makes you dream and it gives you motivation to achieve these dreams. It tells you that you should be grateful to your parents and that they had life before you that you don't know and never will. It can make you cry, either out of happiness or pain. It's thought-provoking and it stays with you for a bit even after finishing it. Supported with cute characters, excellend acting and some good music, it's the perfect drama if you want to watch something to keep you warm on cold days or to distract you when you need it.

However, it is indeed very chaotic which leads to probles with the pacing and it made me skip a bit. Like, close to the end, I just wanted to fast-forward to the ending episode because I just wanted to see how it ends. The second half gets a bit too draggy, I feel like if it was shorter it'd have been better. Started off stong and ended strong, but somewhere in the middle it losts the charm.

But it's still worth it. There are way better dramas out there but there are also way worse.

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Started well but way too rushed at the end

Let's start with saying that we do not need more twins series. this is the fourth in such a short time, yes it's fun and can make a great story but when all the plot depends on that it gets frustrating

I loved the haikyuu vibe there was at the beginning but as the weeks passed and episodes came out it felt more and more rushed, some relationships felt a bit empty like they cut a lot of scenes, they spent so much time on the twins quiproquo it end up missing a lot of stuff that could have been really good

Not a bad serie, it's nice to watch, they had potential and the actors are pretty great!

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Refreshing lovable new drama

I was getting a little tired of the typical story lines in kdrama and I was kind of stuck with other dramas nothing excited me until this came out. Love it from begging to end. It felt refreshing to watch.
The focus on the FL trip and the ML alongside the hardships they had to go through and the time they missed together yet no was ever enough to destroy their love felt so warm-hearted for me.
If I would ask something from those drama is a more extended happy ending cause I really love those, I'll just have to imagine it all by myself.
if you got the chance watch it it's totally worthy. I cry, laugh and love alongside the characters and story, gonna truly miss it.

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I still feel sorry for First

I didn't expect much from the plot so I was not really disappointed but I was a bit irritated with all the loose ends. It's good that they didn't try to explain everything in detail but a lot of things still didn't make sense. I liked the side couple, that was a nice side story and they had a good chemistry, but nothing deep there. But in the end, I was just pissed at Sprite and Zee. I just didn't like how it all ended with First. It felt really unfair how he was tangled in their sh*t and how they fucked with his head. For me, there should be more explaining and more apologizing. I mean how could you forgive someone so easily and how could they not question the change in Zee’s behaviour? I believe there were a lot of people who enjoyed this but I think it wasn’t for me. Also I really despised the toxic mother in this show and wasn't happy with the nice family picture their showed us at the end.

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Times change but feelings don't .

Love Endures offers a compelling narrative that intricately weaves together the lives of six childhood friends—Huang Yingzi, Jiang Yi, Fang Mingyu, Zhuang Yuan, Lan Yifei, and Guan Chao. Set against the backdrop of Hangtian City, the story begins with their promise to stay together forever, a vow shattered by a tragic event during their college entrance exams.

Fast forward twelve years, and the friends find themselves leading separate lives, each facing their own challenges and pursuing their dreams. However, a wedding invitation for Guan Chao reignites their bond, prompting a reunion that unearths buried emotions and long-held secrets.

At the heart of the narrative is the captivating portrayal of Huang Yingzi by Yang Zi, whose character exudes optimism and resilience despite facing adversities. Her chemistry with Fan ChengCheng's Jiang Yi is palpable, drawing viewers into their tumultuous journey of self-discovery and unspoken affection.

Fan ChengCheng's portrayal of Jiang Yi is a pleasant surprise, defying initial skepticism about his acting abilities. His nuanced performance captures the internal struggles of a man grappling with unrequited love and the desire to support his friends unconditionally.

The dynamics among the ensemble cast, including the ambitious Fang Mingyu, the dependent Zhuang Yuan, the impulsive Guan Chao, and the pitiful Lan Yifei, add layers of depth to the story, reflecting the complexities of human relationships and personal growth.

However, despite its strengths, Love Endures is not without its flaws. I didn't like the lack of emphasis on the central romance between Jiang Yi and Huang Yingzi, particularly in the finale where a more definitive resolution could have provided closure for their storyline.

Furthermore, the narrative's shift towards highlighting Lan Yifei's arc in the latter part of the series leaves the audience longing for more closure for the main leads, contributing to a sense of imbalance in storytelling.

Nevertheless, "Love Endures" succeeds in delivering a poignant exploration of friendship, love, and the enduring power of human connections. Through its well-crafted character development and compelling performances, the drama resonates with viewers, leaving a lasting impression long after the final credits roll.

In conclusion, "Love Endures" is a multifaceted drama that navigates the complexities of relationships with sensitivity and depth. While it may have its shortcomings, the standout performances by Yang Zi and Fan ChengCheng elevate the viewing experience, making it a worthwhile addition to the romantic drama genre.Overall, Love Endures is a must-watch drama for anyone who loves a heartfelt story about friendship and love. I highly recommend it

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An Ode to my Hometown

I loved loved loved the character Cho Yong Pil. The man with the most Greenest flag!

The last time I loved a male lead was Hwang Yong Sik, the heart stealer from 'When Camellia blooms'. And here I was loving CYP, the same way for being a guy with the greenest flag. Who was the most kind hearted, sweet and patient human being I have seen in Kdramaland. I don't think I found any flaw with his character. He was flawless, like he couldn't be in a real world. Maybe that's why we only find men like him and Yong Sik only in dramalands.

Moving on, this drama was what it promised. A slow paced relaxing vibe with great cast and a fantastic view of Jeju with heart tugging characters who we can't help but root for. And this drama made me miss my hometown. For a hometown which is far in memory and wanting to move back and have a community which could protect you and where you can be you. This drama made me want a sense of protection in people like how Samdal had. The power rangers and the local ajummas. I wanted it. I wanted that sense of relief knowing people got my back.

For anyone wanting to dive into this drama, please do. It's a slow angst friendly neighborhood drama with loving and sweet characters. The FL did irritate me at times for being just a pushover but I guess I kinda get what she is going through and her point of view later on. The only negative drawback for me was, even though the drama had tied up all lose ends, I wish it showed more about our MC's life and all the other characters. It did show, but I still wished they showed a bit more...

I think whenever I will miss for a hometown, I would come back to this drama to feel that sense of relief and safety.

Rating - 9/10

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It's amazing how one small decision can change everything!

I'm so happy you decided to give it a shot.
The Republican Era drama is not my cup of tea, but Chen Xing Xu caught my attention. He looked so good in the military uniform, as all the supporting male characters. The story is well-paced. The male and female lead are both intelligent and strategic. They were made for each other. I enjoyed watching the male lead scheme to get his way, in a good way, of course. He appears to be unpleasant, but it's just a facade. The female lead is an intelligent businesswoman who knows what she wants, whether in business or love. She refuses to let the male lead her on and stands up for herself. All the supporting cast did well in their roles. Overall, I'm glad I stumbled on this and gave it a shot!

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I need more Taiwanese BL

I will admit that I didn't like the series much in the beginning. It was kinda cringy, nothing original there but these two things don't have to mean that the show is not good or not worth watching so I kept watching. I can kinda day that after watching other Taiwanese bl I think the cinematic style of this show and the storytelling as well isn't my thing so I won't say it was bad. I just didn't particularly enjoy it. But the leads were really cute! They worked very well together and they have good chemistry so I was pleasantly surprised with the last two episodes. I really liked the last two episodes so I can honestly say that I enjoy watching the end.

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