Classic Dramas
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1. Heartstrings
Korean Drama - 2011, 15 episodes
I can't................ It's... just...everything...
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2. Sotus
Thai Drama - 2016, 15 episodes
It's basically a requirement to watch this when you're first getting into the genre. And, I can definitely say I get why.
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3. Close Range Love
Japanese Movie - 2014
The main character is so different from the female leads I've seen before. She's not the typically goofy girl who trips all the time and blurts out whatever she thinks. She's incredibly reserved and says what she wants to say with her small physical actions and tells instead of words. The best comparison I have is Ram from My Engineer, but he's male. Both are characters in romantic stories with personalities I haven't seen before. I wish I had more like this! Then again, perhaps the novelty would wear off if that happened.
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4. My Love from the Star
Korean Drama - 2013, 21 episodes
Changed my mind. I loved/love this drama too much to rate it anything less than a 10. The acting is fantastic, and the comedy almost always lands. I also can't remember just how many times I've rewatched it I've seen it so many times.
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5. You're Beautiful
Korean Drama - 2009, 16 episodes
I have a soft spot for this. It was one of my first K-dramas. And, it's really funny. Plus, the soundtrack is everything. "Without words" is in my music library.
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6. Pinocchio
Korean Drama - 2014, 20 episodes
The premise itself is really interesting. And the acting is amazing!
When the characters are sad. You REALLY feel it. Also, the mystery keeps you engaged. -
7. Secret Garden
Korean Drama - 2010, 20 episodes
It's a bit of a guilty pleasure show. If I was forced to actually rate it, it's probably a 7/10.
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8. Boys over Flowers
Korean Drama - 2009, 25 episodes
It's actually not perfect. I just have too many good memories with this show, so I'm biased. I would probably rate it a 7/10 or a 7.5/10 realistically.
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9. Descendants of the Sun
Korean Drama - 2016, 16 episodes
Wow. This was great!
So humorous but also so serious.
They do a great job showing how the characters try to find levity in the darkest moments. Also both the main couple and the side couple have great chemistry and realistic dialogue. -
10. Bromance
Taiwanese Drama - 2015, 18 episodes
It's cheesy and silly as heck. But, what can I say? I still love it. Especially since it's the first Taiwanese Drama I saw (let's just ignore Devil Beside You. Lol).
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11. Devil Beside You
Taiwanese Drama - 2005, 20 episodes
Don't ask me to explain. I can't. Lol.
It's trash. But, it's my trash. -
12. To the Beautiful You
Korean Drama - 2012, 16 episodes
This was a very entertaining watch. Nothing incredibly special here. But, you really feel the tension and arguments.
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13. Let's Go Watch Meteor Shower
Chinese Drama - 2009, 36 episodes
I'm going to have to rewatch this again before rating it because it's been so long.
I do remember it being incredibly stupid, but in a fun way. -
14. Playful Kiss
Korean Drama - 2010, 16 episodes
It's so silly at times. But, I can't help but look back on this with fond memories.
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15. Falling for Innocence
Korean Drama - 2015, 16 episodes
It's a fun watch. What else can I say?
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16. K-POP - The Ultimate Audition
Korean Drama - 2012, 14 episodes
It's just a lot of fun. My love for this is in no way deep.
The music aspect of it is enjoyable. And, I'm a sucker for a good girl-disguised-as-a-guy-drama.