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To Youth!
Overbreak and the course of quarantine, I ran out of reasons to not watch this Chinese drama. I am writing this review for myself and for all the people that might be hesitant to watch this in the present or possible future.
I personally think that this drama did a wonderful job of capturing the youth and a more realistic representation of relationships (though it is still drama so there will be some unrealistic standards). The story touches on all the worries students have regarding the future and the possible hurdles in a relationship. In that sense, the story is amazing. I do think there were some storylines or scenes that should have been added in or cut from the drama as it sometimes made no sense. They did a great job of showcasing the change in relationships, bonds, and emotions that humans are bound to go through. The idea that all good things must come to an end (broadcast/radio club ;-;) really shined throughout.
The acting was interesting. Everyone did a good job in my opinion. I didn't really mind the acting aside from the occasionally forced emotions and awkward interactions the female lead has. Other than that, I never really had a problem with the acting. Of course, that also means I wasn't particularly amazed by any of it either. Though, I do think the two main male leads did a great job of bringing their characters to life.
As for the OST, I liked a few but most of the others didn't really stick. I actually liked the piano pieces more than the actual tracks playing at times. Regardless, I think the OST was pleasant and I would look it up to independent from the drama to listen again. This is actually one of the first times that I didn't particularly enjoy the entire OST soundtrack but rather a select few. I do enjoy the throwback to amazing artists of the 2000s though. :)
As for rewatching, this was a 10. I think the refreshing storyline (while being a bit generic) was also new. The main female lead went through that confusing love experience and her feelings were more realistic than I thought. Her feelings weren't forever either, they changed and often stood independent from the story. It was a very lighthearted drama that is a good mood changer when you just want something light and not watches dramatic car accidents every other episode.
So far, there have been no spoilers...so you can stop reading now because I am moving on to spoiler territory which is basically my way of coping with the plot.
----SPOILER BELOW----
I actually found out after finishing that most preferred the main ship. I learned at that moment that second lead syndrome will always exist and that the terrible lesson of timing in love is still very relevant/true. I actually really liked Lin Jia Ze and was rooting for him. Maybe it was because I had this gut feeling that it wouldn't be the endgame but my heart was continuously on his side. I have been watching more Korean dramas and in most dramas in general, the second lead is always mean or does some evil thing when trying to win the individual's love. Lin Jia Ze was just too nice. I don't know how else to say it. He didn't give her up, stayed friends with both of them, took chances while still knowing that it wouldn't work, and truly accepted the ending. The Harry Potter Obliviate moments :/ His eyes just become so sad sometimes AHHH. If I was to reason his downfall, it is because he was too cautious and cared too much about his relationship with others. The timing really sucked :( The main lead is great too but lmao it kind of just sucks you know. You can't explain these kinds of things.
Like reply, timing is important and time wasn't on his side. I sometimes get frustrated when I watch because if the character had just done this sooner or known this sooner, things would be different but life isn't like that. Sometimes I forget that I would do the same thing as them and as unfortunate as it is, it happens. I don't blame him for not knowing because Lin Jia Ze thought she liked his friend all that time and he was his best friend so I don't see him doing anything about it. I think the main lead choose correctly and according to her heart. You can't expect every kind person to get the girl, sadly not how love works. They missed each other and it is a shame. Actually kinda reminds me of Boys over Flower. The plot kinda flowed in a similar way.
Well, I am going to end it there. Happy everyone got an ending of sorts and glad I finally ran out of excuses to not watch this. This is to hoping that this did the same for you and got you started.
I personally think that this drama did a wonderful job of capturing the youth and a more realistic representation of relationships (though it is still drama so there will be some unrealistic standards). The story touches on all the worries students have regarding the future and the possible hurdles in a relationship. In that sense, the story is amazing. I do think there were some storylines or scenes that should have been added in or cut from the drama as it sometimes made no sense. They did a great job of showcasing the change in relationships, bonds, and emotions that humans are bound to go through. The idea that all good things must come to an end (broadcast/radio club ;-;) really shined throughout.
The acting was interesting. Everyone did a good job in my opinion. I didn't really mind the acting aside from the occasionally forced emotions and awkward interactions the female lead has. Other than that, I never really had a problem with the acting. Of course, that also means I wasn't particularly amazed by any of it either. Though, I do think the two main male leads did a great job of bringing their characters to life.
As for the OST, I liked a few but most of the others didn't really stick. I actually liked the piano pieces more than the actual tracks playing at times. Regardless, I think the OST was pleasant and I would look it up to independent from the drama to listen again. This is actually one of the first times that I didn't particularly enjoy the entire OST soundtrack but rather a select few. I do enjoy the throwback to amazing artists of the 2000s though. :)
As for rewatching, this was a 10. I think the refreshing storyline (while being a bit generic) was also new. The main female lead went through that confusing love experience and her feelings were more realistic than I thought. Her feelings weren't forever either, they changed and often stood independent from the story. It was a very lighthearted drama that is a good mood changer when you just want something light and not watches dramatic car accidents every other episode.
So far, there have been no spoilers...so you can stop reading now because I am moving on to spoiler territory which is basically my way of coping with the plot.
----SPOILER BELOW----
I actually found out after finishing that most preferred the main ship. I learned at that moment that second lead syndrome will always exist and that the terrible lesson of timing in love is still very relevant/true. I actually really liked Lin Jia Ze and was rooting for him. Maybe it was because I had this gut feeling that it wouldn't be the endgame but my heart was continuously on his side. I have been watching more Korean dramas and in most dramas in general, the second lead is always mean or does some evil thing when trying to win the individual's love. Lin Jia Ze was just too nice. I don't know how else to say it. He didn't give her up, stayed friends with both of them, took chances while still knowing that it wouldn't work, and truly accepted the ending. The Harry Potter Obliviate moments :/ His eyes just become so sad sometimes AHHH. If I was to reason his downfall, it is because he was too cautious and cared too much about his relationship with others. The timing really sucked :( The main lead is great too but lmao it kind of just sucks you know. You can't explain these kinds of things.
Like reply, timing is important and time wasn't on his side. I sometimes get frustrated when I watch because if the character had just done this sooner or known this sooner, things would be different but life isn't like that. Sometimes I forget that I would do the same thing as them and as unfortunate as it is, it happens. I don't blame him for not knowing because Lin Jia Ze thought she liked his friend all that time and he was his best friend so I don't see him doing anything about it. I think the main lead choose correctly and according to her heart. You can't expect every kind person to get the girl, sadly not how love works. They missed each other and it is a shame. Actually kinda reminds me of Boys over Flower. The plot kinda flowed in a similar way.
Well, I am going to end it there. Happy everyone got an ending of sorts and glad I finally ran out of excuses to not watch this. This is to hoping that this did the same for you and got you started.
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