Liked it!
This show definitely didn't need to be this long, but it was still good! I usually have a hard time focusing on the political parts of C-dramas because I just don’t care enough to listen to old men talk, but weirdly enough, I didn’t mind it here.I love it when both the male and female leads are sharp and strong; it’s such a pleasure to watch because it’s not frustrating, and I hate being frustrated. While the chemistry wasn’t the best, it also wasn't bad enough for me to drop the show. The only parts I skipped religiously were the little sister's scenes. I know some people liked her story, but she just seemed annoying at first. By the time her plot actually got interesting, I’d skipped so much that I didn't fully grasp what was happening and I was too lazy to go back!
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Couldn’t even get past the first episode!
I wasn't even sure if I should review this since I technically only watched the first episode, but I trust my instincts. I have a real "flair" for dramas, I usually know immediately if I’m going to like something or not. In this case, I just knew it wasn't for me. The male lead did nothing for me, and even though I promised to check out all of Zhao Lusi’s projects because she usually picks great scripts, this one felt like a big miss!😩Was this review helpful to you?
Cuteness overload!
I thought this one was so cute! It wasn’t anything groundbreaking, but it made me smile and kick my feet, so it was a win for me. I do think some people are overhyping it a bit, but alas, it’s all subjective! The leads were adorable and their chemistry was great. Thank goodness for that, because this drama doesn’t really have a plot; everything relied on the main couple's dynamic. Without that chemistry, I’m pretty sure I would have dropped this. ☺️💕‼️Was this review helpful to you?
So cute
What a cute and necessary short drama after the end of Cat For Cash. First and Khaotung are both superb actors. This was extremely entertaining.Well done guys! I can’t to see what next you have in store for us. Simply the best actors at GMMTV who always deliver.
As for the product placement, hope Nivea paid well. This was a great slice of life piece.
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Can’t remember a thing about it!
I remember finishing this and finding it very funny at the time, but honestly, I couldn't tell you a single thing that happened in it now, which isn't a good sign! That explains my rating perfectly: when I truly love a show, it sticks with me. If I can't remember the plot, it clearly didn't leave much of an impression.
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Can’t do it!
I got lazy with this one. As soon as I saw the episode count, I realized I just didn't like the show enough to stick with it. I never thought Zhao Lusi and Liu Yuning looked good together, not even in The Long Ballad, so even the main couple couldn't save this drama for me.I am not forcing myself through 40 episodes.
Even though the costumes and production were overall okay, it felt a bit sloppy at times but maybe that’s just me! If a show is that long, it really needs to be high-quality to keep me interested till the end because then I start to see the flaws more clearly!
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BL where Joon is a total (singing :) Green Flag
PLOT: At university, Zo had a long-standing crush on Nita (a student and fellow member of the debate club), but doesn't even dare talk to her. In desperation, he asks Joke (Nita's ex) for help, in exchange for a spot in the club. But Joke's main goal is to get closer to Zo...+++ I really like Joon & Dunk. They are excellent actors, subtle, moving, authentic, and with great chemistry. However, I didn't connect with Zo's charactere; he's always reserved, always asking, never giving.
+++ Second romance with Aou & Boom (ღ˘⌣˘ღ)
+++ Solid direction, with a coherent story. For once, the students have classes, exams, and assignments to hand in σ(´∀｀)
+++ Great OSTs (Joon sings a lot in this series)
### Parents' redemption too abrupt to be believable.
### Announcement to families not addressed here
=> Good BL, enjoyable, with endearing characters, but not memerable.
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BL où Joon est un total Green Flag (chantant :)
PLOT: A la fac, Zo a un crush depuis longtps sur Nita (étudiante, membre comme Zo, du club de débat), mais n'ose mm pas lui parler. En désespoir de cause, il demande à Joke (ex de Nita) de l'aider, moyennant une place dans le club. Mais les objectifs de Joke sont surtt de se rapprocher de Zo ...
+++ J'aime bcp Joon & Dunk. Ce sont d'excellents acteurs, subtiles, émouvants, authentiques, et avec une belle alchimie. Cpdt, je ne me suis pas attachée à Zo, tjs sur la réserve, tjs demandeur jamais donneur.
+++ 2nde romance avec Aou & Boom (ღ˘⌣˘ღ)
+++ Réalis° solide, avec story cohérente. Pr une fois, les étudiants ont des cours, des examens, des travaux à rendre σ(´∀｀)
+++ Bons OSTs (Joon chante svt ds cette série)
### Rédemption des parents trop brusque pr être crédible.
### Annonce aux familles non traitée ici
=> Bonne BL, agréable, avec des personnages attachants, mais elle ne restera pas dans les mémoires.
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Not feeling it!
I just knew I wasn't going to like it, especially since the leads had zero chemistry. If there had been even a spark of a connection, I might have stuck with it, but without that, there was no reason to stay!
I am very quick to drop a drama, or anything, really. I don’t believe in forcing myself to sit through something; if it’s truly good, I shouldn't have to. Usually, if I don’t find the plot interesting (or if there’s no plot at all, which unfortunately happens a lot in C-dramas), I can only force myself to stay if the leads’ chemistry is really good. Otherwise, it's buh-bye! 👋🏻✌🏻
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Part 1 was better!
I definitely think Part 2 was weaker than Part 1, but it was still great and very watchable.By that point, I was so attached to the characters that I needed to see how the overall story would wrap up, that’s really what kept me hooked until the very end! But honestly ? Part 2 is the clear winner for a rewatch. It’s way faster than the first part, which felt a bit too slow for my taste. I’d much rather jump straight into the action of the second half! ☺️
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The Best Thing… to Fall Asleep To
Personally, I found this drama pretty boring. It lacks substance and doesn’t really have anything meaningful to say.The interactions aren’t particularly engaging, which makes the whole thing feel quite monotonous. I was honestly bored most of the time, and the main couple didn’t do much for me either. On top of that, the pacing is way too slow.
I don’t know, but it genuinely felt like they were eating all the time. And about the ML everyone calls him a “green flag,” but I didn’t really see it that way. He came across as quite calculated and overly meticulous at times, especially when he’d pretend to be drunk just to get closer to her or make her approach him.
The ironic part is that the fl is trying to cure her insomnia, while the drama itself basically worked as a sleeping pill for me.
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A neutral BL story, heartwarming, a Bit funny, nice cast.
The story is rather neutral. It's about a boy who is initially unsure of his feelings and afraid of coming out. But the good thing was, there was no love triangle. I think it's cute that the sister herself is into girls and has a girlfriend. Many scenes gave me butterflies. It's a shame it was so short. I had to laugh when the mother came and they lied about their relationship (at the end).I recommend it!! Sooo sweet
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A good watch
I don't want to say much, as there are many reviews already. I wanted to also give it a 10/10 to increase the rating. I think it was one of the best period/historical cdrama I ever watched, if not the best. Second best would be The Prisoner of beauty, the Double (although not so much romance there) and Love in the Clouds (although this is fantasy).Enjoy the watch!
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Loved it!
I loved this! I remember being absolutely obsessed with it while it was airing. The chemistry was electric, the story was gripping, and the production value was top-tier. Honestly, that’s all we ever ask for! While the story took a little time to get to the interesting parts, once it finally got there, wow, it was so good. 💕‼️Was this review helpful to you?
It just gave me nothing, it was bland!
This one was really "meh." I don’t want to call it bad since I didn't finish it, but the few episodes I did watch were so boring. It’s one of those shows where if you don’t feel the chemistry between the leads, everything falls apart because there’s no real story. While the leads were attractive, their interactions felt more cringe than romantic. There were also way too many repetitive scenes, I felt like I was constantly watching them just eat or text each other. Ugh! Was this review helpful to you?
Bad timing!
This one is a "me problem" again! The story was actually interesting, even though the female lead was getting on my last nerve. I enjoyed it while I was watching, but I missed a couple of episodes during the original airing and just never went back. I honestly don't think I ever will. Once the momentum is gone, it’s gone! 😶Was this review helpful to you?
