Prepare to cry

I started this because of an edit I watched on tiktok. I saw park boyoung play as a depressed character and i just knew i had to watch it. Her acting is top tier especially when it comes to expressing negative emotions.

The show is honestly a rollercoaster. I cried each episode and it lowkey reminded me of Tomorrow kdrama. Whenever there’s kdramas that center around mental illnesses or suicide I know it’s going to be one of the best shows but it’s going to make my heart ache each episode.

I loved all of the characters and their development although some episodes seemed too good to be true like, quitting and getting a dream job just like that or social anxiety getting lowkey erased. I understand the characters had a development to get to that point but as someone who has social anxiety all of that seemed just too good to be true to me.

This show also made me realise just how scary it is to put a name to an emotion that is actually mental illness. It’s insane how quickly people avoid you and view you differently just for having a mental illness…I don’t know if i’ll ever have courage to get a proper diagnosis but this show showed that it wouldn’t be too bad or scary if i did.

Really well done. I recommend it but be aware that this show shows self harm scars and self harm happening (which was a bit hard for me to watch) the show is a bit gory with some scenes so if you’re sensitive, do go into this show with caution.

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Amnesia trope but actually done well

To be honest I wasn’t expecting much from this K-Drama when I first started it. I don’t think I was planning on watching this when it started promoting, but I was looking for something new since I was bored, and this just happened to be there at the exact time I needed it.

I have no complaints about this K-Drama really. I’m not a big crier when I watch media, but this K-Drama tugged on my heartstrings so much. My biggest enemy is the death trope and this whole show made me get thousands of heart attacks by making me think one of them is going to die.

The love story between the main characters was so beautifully done. From the beginning on how they fell in love, to how they fell out of love and then doing it all again, fighting through their rough patches. It was genuinely so well done.

Granted it was a little frustrating because the couple kept misunderstanding each other and the entire time i would scream “just say it!!!”. Some of those scenes were a little too frustrating to watch, but it was worth it in the end.

I’m not the biggest fan of amnesia plots but this one was a little different since it wasn’t only centred around her losing memories but more so of the process of her losing them until ultimately doing so.

The actors had such an amazing chemistry between each other, I honestly loved them as a couple and I rooted for them throughout the show! Since I’m usually a huge second lead lover, this time the second lead had zerooo chances against the ML. The ML and FL were truly made for each other.

And also, I kinda dislike the constant “they met each other before when they were kids” storylines, almost every K-Drama has this nowadays, c’mon now!! Let’s be original and leave this trope alone!! And not only did the ML meet her when he was a kid but so did the second lead LOL its just stupid really. Second lead made sense but the ML meeting her two times in the past? Yeah alright…

And another thing I wanted to comment on is how well they hid the advertisement in their show. Usually they’re super noticeable in K-Dramas. When they whip out Kopiko and eat it with the dialogue following it like “Hm I definitely woke up from this!”, In queen of tears the way they implemented ads in there was barely noticeable which is why I got so immersed into the story. Although I did notice the blatant Subway advertising LOL.

All in all, this K-Drama had a lot of twist and turns, its a lot- and I probably missed out on a lot what I wanted to say because there’s just so many storylines and plots going on in there, but it keeps you entertained and engaged. Sometimes it would have boring scenes but they pass by fast and are followed up with interesting ones right after. Its well done, I loved it.

Keep in mind its a very heavy K-Drama, and if you’re very sensitive, this K-Drama will definitely make you cry!!

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Wholesome father daughter story

There’s not much to say for this movie, its nothing special or ‘never done before’, it actually reminded me a lot of the K-Drama ‘moved’ with the whole flying around and lifting stuff up in the air thing.

The story following a girl who loses everything, her mom, her job, everything, to a famous construction company since they wanted to bulldoze her chicken shop.
Her father heard of the news and decided to help her despite their relationship being rocky.

I wish they had told us the reason he left them. Surely it must’ve been bigger than just him leaving because he couldn’t afford staying with them. Imagine leaving your family and getting a divorce over that…?

However it was a nice story between him and his daughter. And though the movie doesn’t really have any other plots going on around it other than the main thing which is winning against the construction company, it was still enjoyable to binge while i’m bored.

Cute little movie to watch! I recommend it.

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WORTH IT

Okay I was super hyped up for this mostly because i LOVE suzy baes acting and I knew this was going to be a banger.

Doona was an interesting concept for me from the start, i’ve always loved ‘celebrity/non celebrity’ tropes because they’re either tragic or a lovely love story.

The love between the main characters was a doom from the beginning, both of them so toxic going on and off and never really properly communicating, but i really loved the chemistry between the actors.

The first kiss in the show made me get butterflies, and thats really rare for me! I loved how Doona was the confident and dominant one and then later on when Wonjun got a little bit more confident, he started taking charge too.

But their love story was so short lived and yet so painful. I was actually really rooting for them, and i’m so sad that they didn’t end up together. I know it’s the harsh reality yadda yadda but c’mon!!

I liked the side characters as well, especially the side couple, I just kneeeew something was gonna spark between them, they were adorable!

Seeming how the show ended, I don’t think there will be a season 2, it seems pretty in the face about the ending. Even a time skip. They will always long for each other but never have each other, and that thought alone breaks my heart for both of them.

This even made me think how it would be a nightmare to date someone famous…imagine getting hated on for loving someone and then when you break up, you see your ex everywhere. Just seems like a nightmare.

Anyway the show is a really good quick watch!

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AGHHHH

MAN I LOVED THIS SHOW!!

It was funny as hell and interesting each episode! When I first started it i didn’t expect much and honestly i started it because of Han Jimin since she’s one of my favourite actresses!? But really this kdrama is SO worth it. Each episode filled with mystery and comedy, My Liberation Notes and 2521 were preferenced and I loved it so much it was hilarious!!!??? Really this show has action, mystery and comedy and it’s executed so well! As someone who followed this story as the episodes were getting released, I was always excited for the new episode. AND the OST is amazing!!! The song is in my playlist now!!! Must watch really! And I can’t stop emphasising how funny the show was, they really got a laugh out of me each episode!

But honestly there is ONE thing I was a little iffy about and it’s how Yebun let the whole ‘my mother was murdered’ situation slide so easily. I get that the murderer died but still…

and also about seonwoo’s mother who disappeared! I’m so sad that he never got to find out!!! but on another note, I think everything else was perfect! Love it !!

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Beautiful movie

I started this movie because of the edits I saw on tiktok and it’s safe to say I wasn’t disappointed at all!

The love story build up between the main characters is beautiful and heart wrenching at the same time. From their first kiss to their love confession, everything was just so beautiful.

I loved how angsty their love story is the most, there was so much unsurety between them but both of them knew that they liked each other, even that boss in the end could tell they loved each other so much…

I was going to be very mad if they didn’t end up together but thankfully their love won!!!

Beautiful story!!

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Well…

Okay I have to admit, I did watch this movie solely because people on tiktok always called it ‘the best korean movie’. I wanted to see for myself what the hype was all about..but honestly, I don’t really see what makes it so special?

The plot is completely incestuous and once that was revealed everything became uncomfortable. You can spare the whole ‘deep meaning’ behind it. I still think it’s a nasty movie lol…

Other than the plot, the acting was truly amazing though! You can tell these are veteran actors. I’m always in awe at how great actors could play such a terrible character.

Though Daesu didn’t know it was his daughter, I still think it was wrong of him to just continue the relationship blissfully.

I don’t know…i’ve got mixed feelings about this movie. I’m just left with a nasty feeling honestly.

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Angst!!!

Honestly I wasn’t expecting this movie to be so short and have such an abrupt ending.

I think it definitely should’ve been a bit longer and the ending should’ve been more solid.

The story between the two main characters completely broke my heart, the fact that they both spent years yearning for each other and never getting together…

The tension between them whenever they were alone..I felt a bit guilty for the husband, he could tell his wife also felt something towards her childhood sweetheart.

Really broke my heart…even if the movie seemed short, it tugs on your heart. They both wanted each other but couldn’t. Heartbreaking and bittersweet. No matter who they end up marrying in the end, they will always have each other in each others hearts.

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It’s an okay movie

I don’t often watch movies or shows that aren’t korean but i decided to switch it up today since it kept getting promoted on netflix.

The movie wasn’t BAD per say but it wasn’t that good either (in my opinion).

I feel like this movie was so exaggerated and so many things kept happening at once that I think at some point during the movie I just completely forgot what the main plot was or what the hell was happening at all?.

Though i can’t lie it was extremely funny at times, some scenes had me giggling so it made it watchable.

The acting isn’t that bad either so that made it a bit more bearable as well.

Overall it isn’t something I would watch again but if you’re a fan of these type of movies or these actors then you might like it a lot.

On another note i’m glad I tried watching something else for once. Might’ve not been my cup of tea but I finished it so that counts for something!

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Heavy watch

Honestly this movie will leave you extremely exhausted after finishing it. I remember watching this for the first time at night and it only made the experience realer, as if I was the one who was getting chased by a serial killer. It’s good and the actors’ great acting will suck you in on it and make it feel like you’re right there with the victim.

Though do beware that in this movie a lot of things happen at once, a lot of violence and emotional scenes. It feels as though you can’t even catch a breath for a moment. Everything happens in one day and it doesn’t let you to experience another day where you feel ease and catch a break- no, it ropes you in and it doesn’t let you go until the end.

So if you’re up for a very exhausting (yet good!) movie, then this is definitely it.

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REALLY REALLY GOOD.

i recommend this to anyone who loves action mixed with comedy. because oh my god, there are so many scenes in here that will simply make you burst out laughing. the chemistry between the actors is just wow, chefs kiss! top tier actors, plot also reminded me of fight club lowkey, it was super funny and easy to get into.characters are so easy to like, romance isnt a primary factor in here which is probaby why i liked it so much because it mostly focused on K and ryu soolyeols friendship and how they eventually get along with each other and become badass.

the side plot where K falls for the girl is so hilarious though, i really enjoyed it...lol

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I feel like this movie will hit harder once you rewatch it and you know everything thats happening, and you start seeing signs of what the reality really is. Its just so fucked up and mind boggling and leaves you with an empty feeling once you finish it because then you're left wondering...could all of this been avoided and done in a more proper way? Both of their deaths were symbolic but it hurts so much. Both of them never intended on hurting anyone and their fucked up fates just seemed to clash together which breaks my heart for the both of them.

I recommend this if you like movies who fuck your mind up a bit...

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my heart belongs to this kdrama

This will forever be one of my favourite kdramas to exist. I don't think everyone would agree because this kdrama really is quite unique and if you like this type of genres. This was such a tragic, bittersweet, beautiful story as well as a love story. Two people who experienced the same traumatic event yet hurting in different ways and finding each other again and making each other heal by loving each other..its just wow. So beautifully done.

I feel like I could rant about this story for a long time. Its just one of a kind. The actors had so much chemistry with each other and Lee Junhos acting is just phenomenal in here especially when he got diagnosed and yelled in the middle of the street..that scene really stuck with me. Just very beautiful.

Still pissed how they made me think he would die in the end but thankfully that wasn't the case. I'm gonna spend the rest of my life thinking how beautiful their love story is.

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