Reviews

Guilty pleasure drama !!

I have seen a few short dramas with similar settings / premise and this one has been one of the best for me .

the drama knows what it wants to tell to the audience - it will not overstate itself and keep to its limitations of its length , acting capabilities of the actors and the storytelling .

the leads exhuded awesome sensual chemistry which is what the premise was set for and it delivers - one of the best kissing scenes in cdramas in short length category - if they had pushed a bit more I would have enjoyed it thouroughly but maybe censorship comes in the way ;) .

The leads work off each other well and would love to see them again in another project .

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It's really an outstanding drama for sure?❤️‍?

First of all I watched this for Wang anyu because he is in my top 3 favourite Chinese actors ,i seen him through forever love drama it's also a good one and then I saw him from a treasure hunting show I don't know name but it is with tian xi wei ,yang di and others his real character was shown there he was really a funny person and outgoing one the I am watching now another one named natural high s 2 with bai jingting ,teng sheng ,jin chen etc it's also good and I liked him more the I was searching for a long time to get his good drama and I found this .
It's actually very heartwarming story with no break up and misunderstanding after they start their relationship, it's also comes as enemies to lovers genre and their chemistry is also good ,more over the emotional feelings when they won and had go through lots up and down for their dream that was so touching I was literally crying . it's all about ice skating.
Then about actress actually I don't know her well I never seen her drama also I don't know why I can't find her good drama her acting was smooth and she was literally pretty I saw her pictures from Google but I don't know what happened in the drama her bangs won't suit her but she is cute and matters is all the acting right ? It was really good
Their chemistry is not like hot and satisfying but simple and good to see and giggling

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hot nc scenes thats all

if you like watching nc scenes then you are going to enjoy those scenes they are good, but if you also want a good plot, sorry to break the news to you but there is barely any plot
3 eps every ep is about 5 mins but half of the time is AV scenes (nc scenes) , the editing part look bad, the plot look confusing and just not good enough, id say there is no depth and you will not feel attached to the characters because there is no time nor more info to feel fond of them, the ending of the last ep (ep 3) is so unsatisfactory too
and of course im checking here because i check almost everything i see then i wonder what im watching lol

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This show would be better if we remove the last 20minutes

It took me a while to get pass what I feel is questionable CGI but afterwards each door was really interesting really well written and i liked the plot twists both in each door and for the overarching story line quite clever

I'm ok with the hold back on the BL cause it feels like this show wasn't intended to be a full blown BL in the first place

Box demon was definitely the best door out of everything and I throughly enjoyed the characters and their interactions though some parts of the acting could have been better i got emotionally attached to a number of characters

Which only amplified the problems of the ending WHAT DO YOU MEAN THEY DONT EXIST (and dont get me wrong i could totally get what they are going for in the ending like abit of a blur between reality and virtual and sort of a unhealthy obsession with the ideal virtual world instead of reality "illusion of life" much but the way they do it is a big sigh)

The problem is the ending or like half of the ending (i was watching the 38 episode version on viu). Like they could have spun it in so many ways given how well they built the story up but they spun it in such a random out of nowhere way that it detracts from the story and now i wish i would have stopped 20 minutes before and pretended the show ended there, that would have been better.

I was so annoyed by the ending i went to look for the original and I think the original at least made more sense than whatever was given sigh.

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expectations met!

started watching this with high expectations and im glad that my expectations were met. an intriguing show from start to finish with amazing chemistry between all casts!! no unnecessary characters, i love how everyone did something for the plot lol. the story felt well written and the pacing of it was genuinely good, i did not feel bored at all throughout watching all 34 episodes & that is rare since this show does involve court politics but it was rly well balanced i didnt feel like it was unnecessary or draggy. dont think i even need to talk about dou zhao & song mo because everyone knows how good they were portrayed and the romance between them. really worth the watch! its actually main character centric LOL not like some shows that puts the second leads out too much

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The affair they were talking about wasn't between Pleng and Wan

'Affair' explores the blooming romance between childhood friends who grew up together in the same household but with drastically different social standings; one being the only child to the rich business family, Pleng and the other being the only child to the servant of the wealthy couple, Wanviwa.

Some of my favourite aspects on this show in terms story includes the tropes used such as childhood friends to lovers and the interesting dynamics between characters. Besides that, I absolutely think that the best aspect of this show is the casting choice. Both Sonya and Lookmhee killed their roles as Pleng and Wan, all the emotions were properly delivered and most novel readers have complimented their capabilities and ability to potray the original characters from the source materials quite accurately, though I'm unable to clarify that as a non-reader but I can confidently say that their emotions and acting was solid as an avid viewer of dramas.

However, like any other ordinary series, this had its own set of flaws which caused me to drop its ratings. I'd start out with its plot which was the biggest let down of the show. Firstly, the pacing of the show is quite off as the beginning part of the show was so lengthy without much happening which made it a bit boring and draggy. Now, perhaps that's the beginning of most stories as it builds up to more complex aspects that will be explored later but for this show, they seemed to have been moving quite consistently up to episode 6 and then dropping like one of the biggest lore and wrapping it up within 2 episodes when the gravity of the conflict is insanely heavy. Even before starting the show, I was doubtful on whether 8 episodes would suffice and as i progressively watched, I thought to myself that it'll work out fine until they dropped the bomb that I'll like to name as the 'siblings fakeout arc' on us

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It's amazing

Before watching it I was really skeptical, since there were alot of negative reviews on here, bu after giving it a watch I can safely say it is going into my number 1 spot, and now I am rewatching it for the fourth time. Now as much as the ending was rushed, the tension and chemistry between the main couple was really amazing honestly, and the acting of Sarawats (main lover) character was extroardinary, tho I was dissapointed in the fact that there were alot of misunderstandings between the main couple, and worse, second hand embarassments, I loved the story, I love the idea of fake dating until they fall in love instead one of them was already in love and chasing the other, also loved the character development, the sequel "still 2gether" didn't dissapoint either. Now this is the end of my review but honestly my comfort show, and this is coming from a person quite picky with bl's 😭, I hope the review helps even tho its my first time writing💫

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This show hides a mediocre plot behind excessive violence, good visuals, and a star packed cast. A short drama that does not take you long to get through but also requires you to suspend belief to enjoy. Most of what this drama does right is the comedic timing and entertaining bromance between the leads. The action sequences were mostly choreographed to perfection with no one pulling their punches and the interactions, while brutal, felt organic for the most part.

If you enjoy action packed stories that are heavy with violence and characters that defy the odds then this would definitely be for you. Not a horrible watch by any means but also lacks logic in the plot execution. While the first episode introduces you to fairly naive and good hearted boxers that accidentally find themselves trapped in a fight with an underground mafia boss the story misses any true character growth or believability by the end.

First the bromance felt very insta-love to me. These boys meet once and all of a sudden are completely inseparable and share a bond that feels forced in the beginning. As a viewer I quickly adapted to the relationship and enjoyed it going further but the show would have benefited from offering a more concrete growth in the friendship through time. I mean they meet and the following day Geon Woo ends up in a fight with the corrupt loan sharks that targeted his mother and Woo Jin backs him up wholeheartedly immediately upon finding out. Now I know Woo Jin is kind-hearted and it is plausible to try to help a new friend find the money he needed but the script made the connection feel deeper too quickly. Geon Woo being a naive puppy dog the entire series was also a little off putting. His good intentions were endearing in the beginning but by the latter half of the show it does not make sense that all the mindless killing wouldn't have changed him or at least bolstered his confidence making him a little more dominant.

Then you have Hyeon Joo whom with her brings a better understanding of the overall situation but her tough as nails character misses the mark at times. Knowing that about her however ended up being a bad thing because it did not make sense for her character to make the exit she did after the only person she loved was brutally murdered. Her replacement Da Min was much more palatable but lacked any gravity to her character because she was just thrown in to make up for writing off Hyeon Joo.

The action sequences also began to lose their spark. It began to feel repetitive where the bad guys would just send in more and more men and the good guys would just miraculously survive no matter how many they were facing. While highly entertaining to watch it wasn't believable that they could continuously go up against 20-40 men against the two of them and act like they were fine the next day. I could believe they won but not that they came out of the fights with nothing but a couple cuts and bruises. Episode 6 was also incredibly idiotic. To watch veterans to crime circles make decisions that put themselves in danger made absolutely no sense. There is no way that veteran killers would just get drunk on the night of a major event, leave personal information that would lead to their wherabouts out in the open knowing they would be hunted, and then to also be taken down by one or two men when they had previously proven their prowess against a dozen. None of it made sense and all of it happened so fast that it just pissed off the viewer.

This show's charismatic male leads can't save it from the continuous plot holes, unsatisfactory ending, and overall sense of incompleteness.

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Underrated

A Shop for Killers is a pulse-pounding thriller that keeps you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. With Lee Dong Wook and Kim Hye Joon leading the cast, the film dives into a labyrinth of conspiracies, high-octane action, and familial secrets.

Plot and Execution
The story begins with Jian (Kim Hye Joon), a young woman whose ordinary life is shattered by the suspicious death of her enigmatic uncle, Jeong Jin Man (Lee Dong Wook). What starts as an investigation into his supposed suicide quickly spirals into chaos as she becomes the target of relentless assassins, cutting-edge drones, and violent ambushes. Forced to rely on the unconventional skills her uncle taught her as a child, Jian fights to uncover the truth behind his death and her own mysterious past.

The plot’s relentless pacing and unexpected twists keep the audience hooked, while the film balances its action sequences with moments of emotional depth, particularly as Jian unravels her connection to her uncle’s shadowy world.

Performances
Kim Hye Joon is a revelation as Jian, delivering a fierce and vulnerable performance that captures the character’s transformation from an unsuspecting niece to a resourceful survivor. Lee Dong Wook, though appearing primarily in flashbacks, commands the screen as the enigmatic and stoic Jeong Jin Man. His character’s layered backstory adds a compelling depth to the narrative.

Strengths
Action Sequences: The fight choreography is meticulously crafted, blending raw intensity with stylish visuals.
Intriguing Premise: The blend of familial mystery and assassin intrigue creates a fresh take on the action-thriller genre.
Emotional Core: The relationship between Jian and her uncle, revealed through poignant flashbacks, adds emotional weight to the story.
Weaknesses
Overstuffed Plot: The film occasionally juggles too many subplots, leaving some threads underexplored.
Villains: While the assassins provide a physical threat, their motivations remain somewhat generic, weakening the stakes.
Cinematography and Soundtrack
The film’s sleek visuals and dynamic camerawork enhance its tension, while the score perfectly complements its adrenaline-fueled scenes and quieter, reflective moments.

Final Thoughts
A Shop for Killers is a thrilling ride that masterfully combines action and mystery with a deeply personal story. Kim Hye Joon and Lee Dong Wook deliver standout performances, elevating the film beyond its occasional narrative flaws. It’s a must-watch for fans of tightly packed action films with a touch of heart.

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One of the Best Cdrama This Year

The Princess Royal delivers an exquisite blend of political intrigue, emotional depth, and a unique twist on second-chance romance. Starring the charismatic Zhang Ling He and the captivating Zhao Jin Mai, the drama unfolds the complex journey of Li Rong and Pei Wen Xuan, two characters bound by duty but torn apart by circumstance.

Plot and Execution
The story begins with a loveless, politically motivated marriage between the ambitious Pei Wen Xuan and the proud Li Rong. Initially, their marriage is a union of convenience, each leveraging the other for personal gain. Over 20 years, their relationship disintegrates into betrayal and resentment, culminating in a tragic death orchestrated by manipulation. The twist? They are reborn at 18, given a second chance to rewrite their fates.

The plot shines as it dives into themes of trust, redemption, and self-reflection. Pei Wen Xuan's determination to rekindle their bond with the ulterior motive of divorcing her later creates a fascinating dynamic. Meanwhile, Li Rong struggles to balance her royal duties with the realization of her past mistakes. Their evolving relationship keeps viewers hooked, blending tension with moments of tenderness.

Performances
Zhang Ling He delivers a nuanced performance as Pei Wen Xuan, portraying his calculated ambition and growing vulnerability with finesse. Zhao Jin Mai, as Li Rong, perfectly captures the complexity of a woman torn between her royal responsibilities and personal growth. Their on-screen chemistry is electric, elevating the emotional stakes of their story.

Strengths
Intriguing Premise: The rebirth element provides a fresh perspective, allowing characters to grow and confront their flaws.
Character Development: Both leads undergo significant transformations, which are thoughtfully paced and deeply satisfying.
Cinematography: Lavish sets and costumes beautifully immerse viewers in the historical setting.
Weaknesses
Supporting Cast: While the leads shine, some secondary characters lack depth, making certain subplots feel underdeveloped.
Pacing: The middle episodes occasionally drag, as the narrative shifts focus from the central relationship to political machinations.

Final Thoughts
The Princess Royal is a compelling tale of love, regret, and second chances, anchored by stellar performances and an emotionally resonant storyline. It deftly explores the fragility of human connections and the lengths people will go to correct their mistakes. Despite minor flaws, it stands as a must-watch for fans of historical romance and time-travel dramas.

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There are no accidents ~⚠️~ The Romance Of Turning Red Lights Green. °6.5° °Good°

On many levels, this is a wee bit Hallmarkish and possibly goofy, but it does touch on some difficult issues as well.

So often, what others imagine is way worse than the truth. MSB is a reminder that if we aren't honest about our vulnerabilities people will fill in the blanks with some of their darkest thoughts. It's a worthy message.

FL, Ms Chae Ro-won(CRW) and ML, Mr. Eun Hwan-gi(EHG), though completely opposite personalities, are each isolated by broken down families. EHG's father is coldly domineering. EHG and his sister are always grasping for cover to cloak their scars from an unfriendly, unfair, and unfamiliar world. Unfortunately, they end up hiding, which feeds their entrenched isolation. CRW lives in a dead home. Her family died when her sister, Ji-hye (Han Chae Ah from The Bridal Mask), committed suicide.

CRW has always been suspicious about what led to her sister's death 3 years prior. Brain PR, her sister's employer, is hiding the truth behind it. She's #certain. All the signs point directly at Ji-hye's immediate boss, EHG. So CRW, determined to expose the truth and get justice for her sister, obtains a position at the company.

Brain PR was started by said domineering dad, Eun Book-dong (Kim Eung Soo from Because This Is My First Life-7.7). Mr. Eun had stepped down and passed leadership of the company to EHG and Kang Wu-il, his future son i/l, so that he could pursue poli⬆ical📶goals. Mr. Kang and EHG have been friends since childhood. Kang is polished and a veritable savant at making dramatically successful presentations. EHG is shy to the point that it's a debilitating disorder.

While EHG knows the names, details, strengths and weaknesses of every BPR employee, and while he would like to forge relationships with them, his employees only see a privileged rich kid when they look at him. They take quietness for condescension, and averted 👀 for disdain. Most employees are terrified of him. The resplendent Mr. Kang is the leader that they want.

Enter The Can-Opener: Ms Chae. If anything, this singer/actress is too headstrong. She infiltrates Brain PR and rips the lid off, allowing light and air in. Such is the premise. The execution is not bad. Their goal, obviously, was to make a cute r💓mance: Nothing more, nothing less. They succeeded. In typical Kdrama fashion, two people are introduced to viewers that are extremes of themselves. Ms Chae is obnoxiously uber aggressive in the first couple episodes, and young Mr. Eun is agonizingly and exasperatingly recoiled within himself. He is terrified of human interaction.

Some things they do well are the likable characters, the fun PR projects they take on, and an above average first kiss. The actors are amazing at displaying character changes via physical manifestations. Some stand up straighter and become more attractive as they grow, as others start to slouch over with drooped, pale faces from guilt weighing them down. Director, Song Hyun Wook, has gifted us with The King's Affection-8.3, Another Miss Oh-7.5, & the popular The Beauty Inside, but he's also responsible for the underwhelming Revolutionary Love-5.7. He seems to be taking 2 steps forward and a step or half-step back in his career - he's growing. The King's Affection is a masterpiece. Actor Yeon Woo Jin (Queen for Seven Days) is our painfully shy boss who gradually finds courage once he's forced open by the electric actress and magnificent singer, Park Hye Soo (Saimdang, Light’s Diary-8.5). Gong Seung Yeon (Flower Crew: Joseon Marriage Agency-7.4 & the marvelous, outrageously funny My Only Love Song-8.7) displays fragility in MSB as EHG's sister, while Yoon Park (What Happens to My Family?) as Kang, her fiance, begins the show as if he's conquered the world - until things don't go his way. The whole cast is excellent, and the acting is one of the show's strengths.

At other times, there's sloppiness, odd plot points and a bit of wandering around that felt like padding. Ep16 is strange. The last scene was satisfying, but there were many things that didn't happen that might have taken the viewers to deeper insights. MSB chose to remain in the shallows. That isn't the worst criticism. Entertainment should challenge us at times, but other times we need to veg.

Lovers of r💓mance are likely to enjoy taking a mental break at Brain PR, but if 💓 is not your genre, close the door and apply elsewhere.

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Being under the impression that you know everything is dangerous.

〰🖍 IMHO

🎬7 🤔5 🎭7 💓7 🦋5 😅6 🎨7 🔚3

Age 13+

👀📺again? ⛔

Originally 〰️🖊 10/2021


Other shows that are good viewing for younger audiences are:

9+Trollhunters-9.5 (slightly scary. Worst language is “butt snack”)

10+ C🇨🇳 Accidentally in Love-6.5 B-level scripting, acting, and directing, but still fun/strangely relaxing to watch,
Holes-8,
Howl's Moving Castle-8.9,
K🇰🇷 A Love So Beautiful-7,
My Dog Skip-8,
K🇰🇷 Part Time Idol-5.5 (suicide addressed),
Paulie-7.4,
Saiki-8,
K🇰🇷Spark-6.4,
K🇰🇷 Strongest Delivery Man-6.6

11+ Belle-8.5,
K🇰🇷 Flower Boy Next Door-7,
Girls Und Panzer-8.1 (1 each d@mn, he!!),
Labyrinth-7,
C🇨🇳 A Little Thing Called First Love-8.5,
Love Chunibyo And Other Delusions-8.4,
K🇰🇷 The Miracle-7.7,
One Piece-7.5 there is scattered PG-13 language,
Watership Down-8.5


12+ K🇰🇷 99 Days With the Superstar-7,
Colourcloud Palace-8,
Farming Life in Another World-7.7,
Goonies-8,
Here Comes Miss Modern-7.8,
Hotel del Luna 8.4,
1995 Jumanji-9,
K🇰🇷 My ID is Gangnam Beauty-7.5 ,
C🇨🇳 Love Between Fairy & Devil-8.9,
Piano In The Forest l-8,
K🇰🇷 So I Married My Anti-fan-6.8,
Your Lie In April-9

13+ K🇰🇷 Boys Over Flowers-8.3 ~ melodrama to the max;
K🇰🇷Cinderella and the 4 Knights-5.6,
K🇰🇷 Heirs-7.3,
K🇰🇷 My Shy Boss-6.5,
K🇰🇷 Playful kiss-7.3,
Princess Resurrection-7.6,
Senryu Girl-7.5,
Special A Class-8.2

14+ My Runway-7.5
Princess Principal-8.6,
Toradora-8.5,

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It's an underrated drama that can be like a soothing cup of tea and biscuit amidst our busy lives.

**"If we can't stop the rain, then we should get wet under it together."**

Today, on December 31, 2024, I finished the drama **"Miss Hammurabi"** and I must say it made me very emotional. I started watching this series as a calm piece alongside my studies and work, not wanting it to engage me too much. It was indeed a good choice. The drama addresses civil and social issues and is not involved in murder cases or killers that most series focus on, and it's certainly not as exciting as them. The drama primarily deals with issues such as gender discrimination, the class gap, the role of parents, hierarchy issues, addiction, orphaned children, and medical negligence. Even though these topics are not new and we hear a lot about them, they still made me think. The dialogues were especially beautiful and deep. There was a sense of calm, a good feeling, and gentle comedy in the series that gave a good feeling to the viewer while watching. I realized that the writer was apparently a judge, and most of the cases were real, which is truly impactful.

Speaking about character development, Go Ara played the role of an emotional and justice-seeking girl, a character exactly 180 degrees opposite to me and really thought-provoking. Her determination for justice and empathy and her courage to always be fair, even in difficult situations, preferring others over herself, was amazing. She was fearless, and that was really impressive. I spent all 16 episodes thinking about whether she deserved to be a judge. And I came to the conclusion that yes, she did. She could be a dangerous person alone, but alongside a more serious and logical judge who would watch over her, they could become a hero duo. We had this character. L played the role of a serious, disciplined, and law-abiding judge. A character who initially was strictly within the boundaries of the law and seemingly had no empathy, but gradually changed under the influence of Prosecutor Park (Go Ara). He did not become exactly like her but seemed to become a better version of himself. Both of them became better versions of themselves with each other’s help. This character transformation was in all the characters. It was as if Miss Hammurabi had planted a seed in each of their hearts that gradually sprouted.

I really hope there are people like Miss Hammurabi in reality. I don’t think I can be like that myself, but a country with many such people would be truly fortunate. If you are such a person, I’m proud of you. Don’t be afraid to be unique and special. Eventually, your help will benefit you somewhere. It might seem like breaking an egg against a rock, but surprisingly, it can change the world in an instant if someone asks a question that no one else ever did, but should have. (From the series' dialogues)

The romance part of the series was really calm, and I enjoyed it. The series **"Happiness"** starring Han Hyo-joo also had a very calm romance, but this was even calmer and very good. But if you're looking to watch a romantic series, don't come towards this one because it's really very calm. Like a soothing romance that I hope to find more series like this to watch. The second couple moved faster and they were also very lovable.

The series' ending was beautiful and emotional. I admit it seemed like everything suddenly got better, but you know, one doesn't want this kind of series to end sadly because it won’t have the same impact. Of course, it wasn’t purely happy-happy either. It could have been 15 minutes longer, but it seems they decided to end it on a high note.

Regarding the acting, I really enjoyed it. I had heard a lot that Go Ara’s acting was artificial, but I felt the same emotions as I did in **Hwarang**. Her crying scenes were all good, and I could really feel the emotions of the young emotional justice-seeking prosecutor. L's acting, and Ajusshi Sung Dong-il, who is my favorite actor, and other supporting roles were excellent. Ajusshi's acting, especially when he went home to his daughters, broke my heart. Lee Elijah’s acting as the secretary was also very charming. Although L's acting was a bit off and I didn't connect with him much. It was okay, but not special to me.

Cinematography and editing were okay for me. The makeup and costumes were beautiful, and the OST was really beautiful. I will definitely download it because it gave me a good feeling.

In the end, if you intend to watch this series, I would only recommend it if you’re looking for a calm series with social cases but not too thrilling, and not a staggered romance. The series is really calm, it might get boring. I think it could be like a light tea and biscuit among dramas with heavy genres or your busy life. Overall, I believe it’s an underrated work that hasn't received the recognition it deserves.

Series start: 0.5/0.5
Series ending: 0.25/0.5
Story progression: 3.5/4
Acting: 1.75/2
Cinematography: 1/1
Cinematography and soundtrack: 1/1
Makeup and style: 1/1
Overall score: 9/10

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Great Acting and OST, But Riddled with Plot Holes and Missed Romance

Brocade Odyssey delivers on its title, focusing on the brocade industry during the Tang Dynasty. The story portrays the struggles, sacrifices, and successes of a group determined to uplift their craft and the people reliant on it. While the premise is compelling, the execution faltered, with numerous plot holes and sparse romantic development.

Key Characters and Plot Points:
Ji Yingying:
The FL’s growth felt abrupt and lacked depth. Her journey—being enslaved, working to repay debts, and attempting trade with Tabo—was riddled with gaps. For instance, how did she fund her brocade work after giving all her money to her debtor? Her decision to marry into the Yang family to save her mother ended abruptly and without proper follow-up. While her determination was admirable, many aspects of her storyline felt incomplete.

Yang Jinglan:
Yang’s character had potential but lacked presence as the male lead. The FL often appeared more capable and strategic than he did. His dramatic actions, such as stopping her from becoming his brother’s concubine and proposing, stood out but felt underutilized in the grand scheme of the story.

Ji Nan & His Mother:
Ji Nan, the FL’s brother, was portrayed as helpless, with his sole strength being brocade weaving. His love story and role in the plot were minimal. Meanwhile, the mother’s constant opposition to Yingying’s ambitions, while understandable, became repetitive and predictable, as her focus was solely on her children’s safety.

Nui Wuniang:
Starting as a powerful and influential figure, Nui Wuniang’s sudden downfall felt contrived and lacked meaning. Her character could have been much stronger if she had remained a key antagonist or undergone a more convincing transformation. Instead, her conclusion made her role in the story feel pointless.

Zhao Xiuyuan:
Zhao’s obsession with Yingying overshadowed any chance of deeper development. His half-hearted attempts at villainy and inability to move on from her made his character feel one-dimensional.

General Niu:
Despite his many crimes, General Niu faced no significant consequences, leaving his storyline frustratingly incomplete. His actions caused major upheavals, yet the imperial court seemed indifferent to holding him accountable.

Bai Sheng:
Bai’s character was inconsistent. He oscillated between rejecting Yingying, attempting friendship, and pursuing her talent, but his lack of sincerity undermined these efforts. His eventual death failed to leave a lasting impression due to the weak development of his role.

Overall Thoughts:
The drama stayed true to its brocade-centered theme but suffered from numerous plot holes and lacked the romance expected of such stories. After episode 34, I found myself speeding through the remaining episodes as the pacing and coherence deteriorated.

Although the acting was commendable and the OST added depth to key moments, these elements couldn’t make up for the scattered narrative and underdeveloped characters. It’s not a drama I’d rewatch, as it ultimately fell short of its potential. I’d rate it a 7/10.

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A Wednesday Club full of insufferable brats

Ok, so I'll be honest and admit that I mostly skimmed this show for Phuwin's parts. However, I could barely even get through the parts that I did watch, so that tells me enough about how much I would want to slam my face against my desk if I forced myself to watch the entire thing in one sitting.

I like doing Pro and Con lists....but I genuinely don't think there was annoying that was a pro in this show compared to a con. I have never thought I could find a show that would make me immediately rate a 1/10 of rewatch value, not even Tharntype could evoke that in me, but this one somehow did almost instantaneously.

Characters: I don't think I have ever seen a show where I strongly disliked the central cast as much as this one. I honestly was SO annoyed by everyone and had a hard time sympathizing with ANYONE. Well, like I said earlier, I watched this show for Phuwin's character Kun, but even he started to lose me by the end because I was spacing out any time anyone was on screen. I'll run through my thoughts on them real quick (yes it will be quick af because I could name about two traits that they each had because they never got any more development as this dumpster fire continued burning).
Kong: from what I saw, he was alright I guess. Seemed kinda generic, but he was played by Ohm so I was probably biased into liking him from the get-go.
Phali: I genuinely cannot recall a thing about him. So forgettable and I watched this YESTERDAY.
Pheem: bro was just so gullible and jumped to conclusions too fast; dumb.
Mac: Oh brother did I find him SO ANNOYING! I think he was supposed to be the most sympathetic, yet I found him to be one of the worst viewing experiences of this show. So whiny and the way he acted towards Kun in the last episode made my blood almost boil over. THIS GUY HAS BEEN BLACKMAILED, THREATENED, AND HAD HIS LITTLE BROTHER PUT AT GUN POINT, BUT YOU STILL HAVE THE AUDACITY TO VICTIM BLAME HIM???? And I am honestly not even a fan of Kun, but this Mac guy made me feel such sorrow for Kun in that scene. So infuriating.
Tam: can't remember too much about her, but she is in the same boat as Kong for me. Less annoying than most of the others. Oh, but the whole thing with wanting to meet her birth mother and finding out the chick doesn't even acknowledge she had another daughter at any point was honestly kind of heartbreaking. I lost my pity for her however when she decided to not tell the lady anyways. Maybe it's just me, but I would tell the fuck out of that in order to get my closure before letting that lady live her life to the fullest whilst I live feeling completely unloved and forgotten. Maybe that says more about me though.
May: resident bitch here. She annoyed me so much and her snarky look pissed me off to no avail (sorry for the hate towards the actress).
Kun: ok, so now we are at the part that I tuned in for (because I saw an edit of him to Teen Idle on Youtube lmao). This guy was put through the ringer the most I believe. He was trying so hard to fit in and look lavish, yet it all went crumbling down on him at the end. Like I said under the Mac section, Kun was blackmailed and threatened until the last episode. I felt the most bad for him, yet I despise this show so I lost any feeling of sorrow real quick by the end.

The acting: no one really stood out to me except maybe Ohm a tad bit. I came here for Phuwin, yet it felt like his performance was lacking in this one. I have seen him do far better than this, so I was disappointed. It felt like he truly didn't want to be there and I can't even blame him tbh. Bad writing.

The Music: I genuinely cannot for the life of me recall like any music from this, so I gave it a medium score.

The production: Ok so I have seen quite a few GMMTV shows and this one stands out to me as being especially bland and ugly. Like, it was noticeable early on for me (before I became a dry hater of it). The lighting, camerawork, set designs, etc...... They have done far better with probably less funded shows.

The last episode: Dear....gawd......if there was a counter for the amount of times my facial expression twisted from disgust into disbelief and into disgust again then it would easily be past 20 times. I'll do a list here because it'll be less messy that way (warning: tons of swearing and heavy bias incoming).
1. The way Top was handled. Oh. My. God. I cannot fathom why this was allowed on the screen. How come the like only confirmed queer that had any relevancy to the plot was a FUCKING MOLESTOR AND ANTAGONIST THAT BLACKMAILED A GUY INTO SLEEPING WITH HIM AND SOLD HIS NUDES ONLINE WITHOUT HIS CONSENT. WHAT THE FUCK!?!??! I tend to overlook things like this in most shows because as a queer person myself I can appreciate a good gay villain. This trainwreck however, somehow offended me worse than like any other questionable queer portrayals I can recall seeing on a screen. Oh and of course the only queer has to fucking die in the end. Great writing/10 guys.
2. Kong had the motherfucking audacity to say "I can't believe he fell for you" about Kun towards Top, except, no the fuck he didn't?!?!? Since when did Kun feel anything for Top other than fear, anger, or disgust?!!? Man fuck right off with that man.
3. Top's dad was so one note villain that he didn't even break with that domineering shit even when his son was lying dead in his arms. Bro really said "I command you to get up" like okay, sure dad, just remove THE BULLET FROM MY FUCKING BRAIN AND RESTORE ME TO LIFE DIPSHIT. Even Until We Meet Again knew how to do this sort of scene, man.....
4. Wtf was Kun's sexuality? I genuinely didn't have any idea except for that idiot Kong's bullshit statement he pulled out of his ass.
5. May gets shot (yay!), but lives (boo....) and still gets to be with the guy she probably doesn't deserve.
6. That idiot pairing of Mink and Karn took up way too much time in the show and were so pointless when the great "twist" was revealed. Thank god at least a few other comments I saw mentioned this.
7. The whole hospital scene where the worst friend group on planet Earth started beefing and it all around lead to victim blaming of Kun was so fucking infuriating. I cannot for the life of me like this piss brain Mac. That scene gave me such a headache and I could not wait for it to be over. Also, why didn't Kong tell the clearly distressed Kun that he was about to go save his little brother when Kun begged him??? Like, he clearly intended to, yet left this guy on the floor thinking he didn't give two shits about the guy.
8. The principal lady shows the molestation video directly after an honoring ceremony??? Like, you couldn't wait for a day or a week??? Like. what Top did was very wrong, but you just basically pissed on his sorrowful slideshow.
9. The fact that they showed a whole friendship meetup at the clubhouse (or somewhere I honestly do not know or care at this point), but these people were literally victim blaming each other not even 10 minutes ago????? Fuck right off with that nonsense.....
10. Okay so why are there so many piss scenes in this? Like what weird kink does this writer have with using piss as a form of salty revenge.......another reason why I do not like Mac was because he pissed on an already damaged and insanely expensive watch........which in turn ruined Kun's life and made him a borderline sex slave for a very sadistic guy that also later tries to molest Mac......but Mac still victim blames Kun anyway even though Kun faced arguably worse circumstances than him because of Top (yes I will not stop mentioning the victim blaming because it pissed me off to no avail).

In conclusion: I hate this show. X O X O.

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