Frankly Speaking (2024)

a good start, unexpected healing messages

thought it was a comedy until i realised it had a few messages, very jtbc.
liked the fact that it first mentioned the 'mask' - not a new thing but how it was portrayed and the realistic side of what happens when we've lost it. also liked the message about the buried emotional feelings towards family, a new unexpected way of getting a closure.
there was a scenario which struck me as a very good reflection of current society - the scene of the idol and his fans. it's really scary but it is real I feel, to see how some fans would go in the world of fantasising their idol.

stayed and finished the show because i wanted to see what are the other messages (writer/pd wanted to relay)
actors were really good playing their roles even the kids too.

it's not a typical rom-com
it's entertaining

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Frankly Speaking I expected something else

I solely watched this drama because of the premise of having a news anchor who cannot lie, like in "Pinocchio". But the turn of the events wasn't exactly bad but I hoped for more (I guess you could say that's how it starts out in my head).

The first two/three episodes were very hilarious imo, The comedy was at its peak and set up the first encounter between our leads in a memorable way. And obviously the set up of how he gains his "superpower" and the role the FL plays in it all. Our ML story is multilayered and we get to see how he allowed people to walk all over him and let rumors' about his life go off the rails just so he can get to where he wants to get to be and finally not be as pathetic as he thinks he is. It's a journey of you rooting for him to survive every encounter because he has no filter. You get to see him grow, love, repair old friendships nd navigate his new found fame with his unfortunate condition. But most importantly, repair his relationship with his family. This was something that eluded me whilst watching which particularly gets emphasized more especially in the last 2 episodes.

This drama is a decent watch and does live up to the hype, sorta. I guess where we all were disappointed is how we walked in expecting him to suffer through struggling to lie as a news anchor at a day and age where false information is rampant but it just became about this whole dating show and first love out for revenge (honestly idk why, if it was said I guess I missed it, but likely a loophole). Lowkey, I also expected that he would use his "superpower" to his advantage to get the job he wanted and maybe have workplace drama around that, but ohh well. There's also a poor wrap up of side character plots, the supporting cast might as well be props. Literally because they come and go as needed, little to no personality or context whatsoever. But I guess since it has little to no effect to the watching experience, because you have little time to wonder about hanging plots, then we can maybe ignore it.

Hopefully by the time the drama ends we get to see ML achieve his dreams and everything tied up nicely. (Update: this is mostly true). The slice of life aspect of the drama really shines at the end making you heal alongside ML because he is finally at a healthy place with regards to his family and work situation.

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Overall, it's a "good" watch. 

The drama started strong!

The first few episodes hooked me with their (insert specific elements you enjoyed, e.g., captivating plot, engaging characters). However, the momentum slowed in the middle. While the plot remained watchable ("not bad" might be a bit dismissive), it didn't hold the same spark. The final episodes continued this downward trend, leaving me wanting more (or feeling a little let down).

Overall, it's a "good" watch. While the ending wasn't the strongest, the initial pull and the decent middle section make it worthwhile. On a scale of 1 to 10, I'd rate it a 7.

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Watch your tongue

Song Ki Baek works as a TV announcer. Eyeing for the chair of the prime slot, the sweet talker is everyone's favorite. But his dream comes crashing as he loses his ability to self-censor on air. Enters Han Na who is struggling to keep her position as a variety show writer. As Ki Baek catches her attention, she gets the scoop for her next show.

Cliche Boring Not so happening

Isn't it obvious since inception? Well as Han Na works with him she will find herself drawn toward him. Helmed by Jang Ji Yeon this story has nothing to make the audience feel butterfly or adrenaline rush. The plot is easily decipherable ever since the second episode. Choi Kyung Sun- the person behind the pen knitted a disappointing story overall. The leads lack the professing chemistry which makes the audience want more. They also seemed to be forcing themselves while going through it. Ki Baek's illness seemed to be inspired by Pinnochio and extraordinary Woo- he got stuck in between. It lacked the much-needed power to push the story.
The only beautiful element is Jung Heon. After his shady performance in Extraordinary Woo, the man stole heart in this gummy story. Ever since his appearance he took the burden on his shoulders and made the show watchable. His attraction for Han Na, his genuineness, and his struggle- are all felt through the charismatic performance. Also, the bromance between main leads helps in keeping the spontaneity alive.

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What can I say?

Frankly Speaking will not win awards for writing and storytelling, but it might win over your heart. It is more that a Comedy Romance, it is a Comedy. I found myself laughing hard at the silly jokes. Frankly Speaking is a lot of fun. The running “dad jokes” type situations may remind some of home.

Frankly Speaking is the story of an announcer who has lost his ability to filter his words. It stars accomplished Korean drama and film star Go Kyung-pyo (Marriage in Contract). What can I say about the story? It is stupid. However, I am laughing my rear end off. How do you rate this? I don’t plan to drop it. Frankly Speaking is a great laugh. When you think about it, Go Kyung-pyo was in the great Dark Comedy Decision to Leave. He was the funniest person in this comedy. Do you know how hard it is to act in a dark comedy. You have to pretend that it is not funny when it is funny. Go Kyung-pyo knows the comedy landscape.

Juxtaposition the comedy from Go Kyung-pyo with dramatic dramas Go Kyung-pyo has appeared in like Connect, Chicago Typewriter, and DP. This tells me that he is a great actor.

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ML is good but can't be compared with Legend like Jim Carry

concept of drama come from Jim carry's movie
and ML was doing really good with his acting and still doing Great
thus i give story less and acting More points
concept of ML character is inspire from Hollywood movie Lier Lier (1997)
but it doesn't have any story after 2 episodes or they don't wanted to write one themselves
so they practical copy script from Love is for suckers {{ Choi Si Won and Lee da hee }}
FL casted her friend on a dating show then she herself got involved with him, to add some spice they have SML and
a first Love common between whole universe( she is first love of everyone) don't had budget to cast other first loves for side character so they have to share first love
ML is acting Good and his character is weird but its weird not hot, I don't understand this Females in drama who cling on to someone who doesn't give a fish about them,
SML dude move on, you are far better off,,, Find your SUNSHINE CHOI SU YEON in this drama
Story doesn't have that which make you wait for next Episode,
its 4th episode and Love triangle is already cleared up, ML and FL
only love triangle i apricated in dramas was
EMPRESS KI, Goryeo king vs Yuan Emperor

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Não é um drama ruim, mas daria pra ser ainda melhor

Gostei, mas ficou longe de se tornar um dos meus favoritos.
Talvez por já não estar com grandes expectativas me fez aproveitar mais do show.

A princípio tem bastante momentos engraçados e caóticos mas do meio pro fim fica com uma pegada mais melodramática.

Tem romance, porém não acho que seja de grande destaque.

Gostei que acrescentaram um reality de namoro ali no meio, pra mim foi a mesma vibe de 'Love is for Suckers', inclusive poderiam ter estendido mais esse programa dentro da história.

Creio que com 'Frankly Speaking' eles quiseram passar a mensagem da importância de não escondermos nosso verdadeiro eu, nossas emoções, além do gancho da saúde mental também.

Não é um drama ruim, mas daria pra ser ainda melhor

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O drama conta a história de um homem, Song Ki Beak, que se acostumou a contar mentiras para sobreviver. Enquanto engole todos os sapos possíveis ele mantém um sorriso no rosto . Graças a isso ele consegue alcançar a sonhada posição de âncora de telejornal, porém ele vê tudo isso ir por água a baixo quando sofre um acidente e descobre que não consegue mais mentir. Agora ele fala tudo o que pensa das pessoas e apenas a presença da roteirista de programas de entretenimento, On Woo Joo, é capaz de desligar o interruptor da verdade.

O drama começa muito engraçado. A condição excêntrica de Song Ki Beak rende algumas boas cenas engraçadas. Porém conforme o drama avança parece que vai se perdendo na proposta. Apesar de concordar com o final que encaminha o protagonista para aprender a viver de forma mais honesta com ele mesmo , sem precisar recorrer a mentiras e a se aceitar como ele é. Acho que o acidente com a família foi desnecessário. Ele poderia ter chegado a essa conclusão sem isso, aliás ele já estava.

A história como romance também não caminhou bem. Não sei se foi a falta de química entre os protagonistas, mas eu não poderia me importar menos com o romance deles. Inclusive é um tipo de drama que funcionária bem melhor sem esse romance. Se eles fossem apenas amigos seria mais interessante, sinceramente.

Sem contar que o ex-namorado da On Woo Joo era extremamente irritante, aliás como praticamente todo o elenco de apoio do drama.

Enfim, começa promissor mas se perde ao longo do caminho. Realmente é possível dar algumas risadas no começo, mas não é uma jornada que vale a pena insistir.

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