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All in All light and fresh!!

From all the historical dramas that i've seen lately, this is the lightest of them all. Not much politics was involved. In short it was a very easy going drama.

To think i almost skipped this because of the ratings!!! This was actually a good watch. I liked the cast but somehow i was more invested in the 2nd couple!!! Their chemistry, amount of skinships and natural acting is just soooo soo beautiful and i thoroughly believed the emotions that they were trying to portray each time. Don't get me wrong I also liked the main CP but i felt like the emotions of the 2nd CP were a bit more deep and well felt than the main CP.

Also, the cast (all of them) were sooooo good looking it's unreal.


If you are looking for a light historical drama that doesn't involve that much politics, heartache and killings.... I recommend watching this!!! There were scenes that were a bit cliche but all in all a fun drama to watch!!

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Best Korean Drama of 2021

This drama is 100% addictive and really keeps you on the edge of your seat from the first episode on until the very end. This is not your typical korean drama - the story of Squid Game is something completely new and extraordinary. Hopeless adults with more debt than they can ever pay off come together for a survival game consisting of mainly children’s games to hopefully survive and win an insane amount of money in the final game. From being excited, shocked, disturbed, scared, angry and sad, it really is an emotional rollercoaster that made me go through all the emotions.

Another thing that was absolutely fantastic about this drama were the many incredible sets that looked so real but so artificial at the same time and really made up the whole atmosphere of the drama. Together with the unsettling music and the amazing acting of the actors and actresses everything just worked together so very well.

Talking about the characters - the actors all did an amazing job. The characters were interesting and each had their individual story and reason to take part in the game. It was interesting to see their relationships with each other as well as the change they went through individually.

This drama had so many plot twists, hidden meanings and connections and really has me craving for more. There has to be a season 2 in the future!!!!

Lastly I do want to warn that this drama is very brutal and gory. So if you can‘t see violence or blood, this might not be a good choice for you!

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Awesome drama

I have watch so many Cdrama and one and only make me cry badly. Almost finish the whole tissue box.
Start to cry when CSY talking to her mum where she do not want to marry the crown Prince. All the scenes make me cry non stop. ZSC last words to SY is really touching. He like SY but they cannot be together due to his vows.
Chemistry between Bailu and Allen is so good. Allen look charming in his general suits and he look so cool. The theme song sang by Allen is so nice.
Even do is a sad ending but I totally love this drama . Currently watching forever and ever

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An interesting plot ruined by choppiness/too broad scope

Overall: There was so much potential in this story, but the scope was too broad and the sequencing was jumpy/confusing. It is based on a short film which I also found confusing (it was like an art film).

Content Warnings: non con/dub con*, 2 punches, past trauma (kidnapping, maybe molestation? shown off screen)

What I Liked
- acting is good, the 1 actor switches well, the glasses help distinguish them
- production value is good
- music is nice

Room For Improvement
- *does this mean that Yu Shi has the mental age of a 5 year old? And they had sex together??? Ummm, I'm not a doctor and don't have any friends with this medical condition but that seems ethically wrong.
- a big issue is the choppiness/not knowing what was going on most of the time. Finally in the 3rd episode (of 4 episodes) we get some brief explanations for things (but he was just randomly attacked, when did the 1 month flashback end?) however, it still leaves a lot to be desired. Even at the very end, I wasn't sure what the 1000 day thing was until after they got home and it was more clear.
- I was disappointed at the resolution with Noah
- the doctor was super unethical, I don't think doctors can share medical information with non-relatives/spouses. Also later his boyfriend looks at a patient's chart/notes. I think Noah could have been the one to explain the situation earlier to Wu Zheng.
- the side couple was totally unnecessary, they came out of nowhere in the final episode with a few sentences about the cliched miscommunication and spending years apart
- once again we have a female character just thrown in to cause drama, she was totally not needed to the story, there's enough drama that could come along with dissociative identity disorder
- I dislike punches/slaps between romantic partners or really anyone unless in self-defense

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A slow-burning romance in a country side

I love slow-burning romance dramas that are executed nicely. And that is exactly what we have in this drama. Two great main leads with a great team of supporting characters, great cinematography, and a storyline that fully holds up this beautiful drama. First of all, I loved our dimple couple in this drama. Their chemistry was off the charts. I loved how they slowly got to know and love each other.
I liked how all the characters had an emotional side story. It helped me connect more with them and also get to know them better. Even though the drama is light-hearted and funny for the most part of the drama it is also emotional at times. And I rate emotional scenes over funny scenes any day. As it is easier to make a person smile rather than making them cry for a character. As the story needs to touch the heart of the viewer for them to become emotionally attached to it.
There is only one thing I disliked in this drama and that is the love triangle. I know that it was good, as it made the ML realize his love interest in the FL and made him more active in pursuing the FL during the story. It was like a wake-up call for him. But still, I don't prefer love triangles.
Apart from the love triangle, I loved the drama and its beautiful cast. The drama is still ongoing let's see how it turns out to be.

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This series reminds me of my First Love..

Its been a while since i reviewed a series here in MDL.. Such a glorious series to watch so far.. and im sure this will be one until the end.. This series did not catch my fancy when i first saw the posterbut boy, do regret that now.. the chemistry is ssooooo spot on, the dialogues are so funny, relatable and just a hot to watch really. the tearjerking scenes feels like my heart is going to break.. i am still in the part of the series that they have not gotten together yet.. and Yang is soooo handsome, my gah!!!! you know it doesnt matter that he is portraying a normal guy, or even the fact that he makes less money that her.. his presence is so glorious that even if he is supposed to look pitiful he is not..? i dont know if im expressing it correctly but man, Yang is such a presence, his eyes is soo expressive. that scene when he stopped her from opening the door, the end of episode 19.. wow i felt like my knees buckled with how he wasnt even giving her a chance to say no to him... gosh...

im finishing this review before i click the next episode.. delaying the ordeal.. til next review..

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For the first time I felt 48 epu is not enough

I think I am too late for this drama For the first time I felt that 48 epi is not enough for this drama there may be one spl epi with their marriage
Firstly u guys shld have tissue paper or handkee while watching this series
Main lead nanxian and wennuan They have broken up fr 7 years and they have lot of misunderstandings but they re too cute together
Guanti and xiaodai : They are also cute couples their chemistry is good they are too funny too
Wenrou and luirui: Third lead couples their chemistry is lit luirui is spy and they will broke up and will back together again
Yixin and weininig: actually pan weininig is the villain here but u will not hate him becoz of his love with yixin
Gao and daoyan: Gao will have his pair only in the last two epi but it's cute
The friendship between threemain lead s so cute abd the friendship between wenrou wennuan and luxinlu also cute I felt bad for luxinlu Coz he will be single till the end his affection towards wennuan is amazing overall it's a good drama worth watching

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How mundane can a relationship be? ZSC and SY of the modern times will show you.

I like how Forever and Ever is the polar opposite of the tragedy of One and Only.

SY and ZSC has the most healthiest relationship in dramaland that I have seen. Their relationship is neatly wrapped in a bubble wrap that no one can ruin.

The trust she has for ZSC is absolute that no matter how crazy his family is it could not break them apart. I also like how SY parents and family supported her despite the rudeness of ZSC family. This really depicts the statement that marriage is not just about the couple but their families as well.

To describe ZSC family as dysfunctional is too light. Theirs is an extended family x 100 and everyone relying on the eldest son of the family its just baffling. I understand why ZSC fought tooth and nail to have SY and protect their relationship. He maybe inexperienced in romance and dating but I think he did his best to be with SY. Compared to SY loving family the Zhous would be a weird one.

The stepmom and 2nd uncle are living their lives in guilt and I thought at first they were in cahoots with WC but I was so wrong. Even though the stepmom does not like ZSC she protected his rights she does not care of in the eyes of others she's evil except her mom maybe. The stepmom explains to her mom but not to nayone else. When WX died I could feel their anguish as parents and even tried to prtect WC. I appreciated ZSC resolve in pursuing the matter since WC killed his sister to avoid his embezzlement and crimes. ZSCs having Ren inherit was the best decision and I think ZSC and MX has that planned all along. He is really not fit to lead that pack.

I felt bad for the reincarnation of the Crown Prince, in this lifetime MX deserved to be happy with WX but WC was too greedy and he did not care for the life of his sister. WC deserved to die and XM was right in leaving him. I won't babble about the other folks from OAO who reincarnated with them. It lacked depth in this lifetime. Except for Ren. I just love Ren. He did his best for his cousin and his wife.

Despite being shorter One and Only is more beautiful in it's storytelling and Forever and Ever being the total opposite. They deserve happiness after all that crap.

The dream sequence of their past life was done beautifully it seemed like a seamless transirion from their past life.

The actors be it the leads and support did a good job. But the OAO actors were excellent. I can't compare much except for the leads they executed the roles well for me despite the lack of skinship the eyes and body language showed a beautiful rapport.

The ost is good.
I would definitely re-watch this one.

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chemistry is amazing

●HOW I CAME TO IT
The synopsis and other reviews made me watch this.

●FIRST IMPRESSION
what did I just see?? How can she fall in love ?? yeah I said this exactly when the romance happened.

●PLOT VIEW
The synopsis is pretty much detailed glorifying the Stockholm syndrome.
I don’t want to judge because I already decided to watch this knowing its outline so no complaints. But throughout the drama, I didn’t feel any pain or happiness for any of the characters. I was watching them take revenge on one another felt like Everyone ML, Family, Friend, and Ex was selfish and tries to prove that they care for Bow. when Bow showed her feelings towards the captor, I felt a bit disappointed but then he was a good man loving his sister blindly. But no one has the right to ruin others' lives for the sake of one's own family.
Baitong Latched onto Tos like a virgin ghost. When she did the same thing, he is teaching her right and wrong. Baitong and Tos had similar personalities they wanted to gain the person they liked.
The FL father can be hated with utmost sincerity. Worst dad cursing her own daughter. He and the whole family just pushed BOW towards TOS pathetic lie, saying it's for her good, excuse me you all did that to save your ass and reputation. You don’t care about kid's happiness just selfish parents and sister. mother has some super ability fainting every time during an important moment. Pity bow for her family had such demeaning mentality. The family abandoned her like a dog. Bow should have stayed back abroad than to come back to hell family and psycho ex.
Vitnee was obsessive to Pong and he was obsessive to FL, both ruined their relationship until they realized that love doesn’t mean conquering its giving. Pong was guilty that he cheated but he was nuts person who didn't know right or wrong.
Chai and Kae were an adorable third couple in drama with a light dramatic relationship giving few moments of relief.

●ACTING/CAST
It was good by everyone. Those who played negative pretty much get hate due to their amazing portrayal of characters making them believable.
Tos and Bow were good, with their push and pull romance, sharing excellent chemistry. They look quite good with each other. Bow's wardrobe was gorgeous.
Baitong has evil eyes, evil laughter played her role well.

●MUSIC
I liked the closing track for its subtle music and its lyrics fit the drama well. Other Ost was average to me.

●REWATCH
Just the romance part of main leads.

●CRITICISM
How can one fall for the captor? It felt like a stupid concept but then knowing psychology we know this exists. But romanticizing this evilness was not good.

●RECOMMENDATION
It was a typical Thai drama involving revenge, obsession, and romance. If you like that then you can give this drama a try.

●AFTERTHOUGHT
Fighting with the world is easy but fighting with your family is extremely difficult
We can show love, but it cant b forced.
Good and bad happen according to own actions we have taken.

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Still hung up

A slow burning drama but too much sentimental, I was looking for a change in the story line and I am happy that finally I got this because Usually maximum of romcoms(college love stories) ends with break up or happy ending during the college life only but in this drama it is portrayed after life(when actual life struggles starts) of the college days or break ups. I must praise the FL what a strong character, she become stronger and stronger in each seen and both ML and FL had such strong love, especially in one scene she said she will not repeat the same mistake by disappearing from ML life and also in other scene she says she can endure all criticism but couldn’t depart from the ML.
I really don’t know how many times my eyes filled with tears when she is fighting for her life and love. Here Compare to FL the ML is little disappointing character in 20 years he became different person while the FL is walking in his food steps.

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A beautiful bittersweet story!

I first decided to watch this drama because it tackles a subject that is rarely seen, at least in my opinion. Have you ever thought how this kind of illness affects not only the patient but his family and his friends too? All the physical pain that the person goes through along with the stigma? Without knowing much, I think that it is very realisticly portrayed.
I felt how diffficult it was for the female lead to tell her parents. She tried so hard to face all the problems with her parents, her friends and her loved one. She tried to stay strong, be independent and chase her dreams for a better life. I admired her for her willingness to live a normal life. She was a very brave person! She fought for having the life she wanted, not a longer life span. Although she didn't live a long life, she left at the peak of her happiness and I think that she got all she wanted.
What can I say about male lead! I don't know whether his life was more tragic than female lead's. His life came in circles. The actor did a great job portraying the character. He constantly lived loss. He tried to be there when female lead needed him, then tried to push her away and then realised how he was the one who needs her the most. I loved watching him help female lead and getting inspired by her courage to be true to herself! I felt so bad when I realised that the thing that traumatised him the most would happen again, but fortunately with a happier outcome.
I literally melted by the love and thoughtfulness I felt these two had for each other! This was not your typical lovey dovey story or a love being attacked by a villain. This love grew under the shadow of a sudden death. I felt that it was so unfair that this couple lost so much precious time from being together, but I also understand how difficult it is to plan a life when you don't know when it will end. Should you live only for your love or do you have some time to chase your dream? When death comes, you regret.
I had not seen male lead again and I have to say that I was impressed by his beautiful face!
I congratulate the people who decided to make this drama in 1998! This should be so new and groundbreaking back then.
I loved watching male lead run in almost every episode!
I also loved her male friend and her parents for supporting female lead in her decisions!
If you are still thinking whether you should watch this drama or not, go ahead and watch it!

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I TOTALLY LOVED THIS DRAMA...
It was super smooth and healing. If you wish to take a brake from all those serious and emotional dramas , then this drama may help you. It made me laugh a lot , and the characters were all portrait in a positive way and that made this drama a better one.
Still talking about its negatives :
> The character Dr. YE needed a bit of development , actually a lot though .
> Dr. YE is one among the main leads and that means his feelings and thougths needs to be exposed to the public.
> Though he's a main lead his portions were no better than that of a supporting character. The director could have shown the reasons behind Dr. YE's behavior , his family and the reason behind his last work and his break up. And most importantly the something stage between the leads were not clear. It didn't clearly state Dr. YE's feeling towards the female lead at the starting episodes like how he fell for her and how he had a hard time to know and control his feelings.

In short my one and only problem is that DR. YE [played by LEE JOON HYUK] didn't have a character development by being a main lead while the supporting roles and even actors playing guest roles had the justification for their roles.

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Long and redundant suffering of the FL

Well…
I watched it because of Dilraba, i think she’s such a natural…
It initially started fun and interesting to watch, the dreams, costumes, effects are good. the next few episodes sure they have to build s story why the ML is cold and aloof, but if it continue for almost half of the whole drama, it becomes so tiring and depressing to watch..
Only 15eps more to go but the love story of the ML and FL lead has not yet solidify… every character is chasing thier love. They should have change the title to “chasing love”
And the villain if just ?
The ML and monan is too focused on thier hurts that they kepp hurting the person who love them ?

Hoping for an improvement in the next few episodes, otherwise.. i’ll realy drop this..

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The story is not what it seems

A few days into planning to watch this series, I kept giving up because I thought it would be some naive nonsense - entertaining with an elementary fantasy element. But it turned out to be a real fantasy, the actor in the lead role played very well, the first time I watched him here.

I liked the story a lot, especially once it got past the initial comic stage and went to a real fantasy level.

I also watched the leading actress in Unique Lady and there, as here, she seemed a bit too comical as an image, but nevertheless, she also does well with the role.

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