As soon as I saw that this movie was coming out, I was really jumping from excitement. Seeing my favorite childhood anime turn into a live-action movie is a huge deal for me. And of course I had many expectation for the movie because the trailer looked so nice. But right from the very start when I sat down to watch this, all of my childhood dreams were shattered by the harsh reality. In my opinion, the biggest problem was not the plot ( the whole story was majorly changed from the original one in the anime or manga), but the actors and some of the scenes. It really felt like I was watching a cheap low-bugdet film, where they used inexperienced actors, despite the beautiful landscapes and backgrounds in the movie. However, some scenes felt really nostalgic and I was awed by the warming musical score. Overall, this movie adaptation did not exceed or nearly come close to my expectations. Nevertheless, I'd watch this movie again every once in a while. So if you're a fan of the original Peach Girl series, watch this and let me know if it was close to what you expected and if you enjoyed it.

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I finally finished watching this, phew...

I'm guessing that I'm only in the  minority here, in the circle of people that found this drama only decent. The only adjectives that I can think of at the moment to describe this drama are draggy and boring. Sure, the beginning was really intense and I thought that I seriously got hooked. The plot line was unique and really interesting to follow, however, I strongly believe that the drama was just too long. I kind of lost it somewhere in the middle. The same cases and problems got stretched out into a couple of episodes, which I found completely unnecessary actually. Seeing the star-studded cast working together was kind of cool but I do think that the main couple lacked chemistry. In my opinion, In Ha's character didn't hit my image of Park Shin Hye one bit. On the other hand, I really enjoyed the performance of the various side characters, who made the drama really diverse. But that's kind of it. I can't find any more reasons why I liked the drama. Towards the end of watching the series, I really wanted to end it and to start watching something better. So, would I rewatch it? Nahhh...

Lastly, I'm going to mention that I went in to watch this just because it gained so much positivity and great reviews so probably my expectations were unrealistic for this. It's a different story that you might or might not enjoy, depending on your actor and genre preferences.

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I haven't watched the original, but I thought this was a truly great movie. There's just something nostalgic about movies set in the 90s, and this delivered everything to make it special: the props and set design, the outfits, music and the slang used within the script. Not sure why this is getting relatively low ratings, but in my opinion, this was a great watch that leaves you feeling warm and able to reflect. A super lighthearted movie, definitely put this on if you're craving a simple slice-of-life genre movie to watch.

Edit: so I did see a couple of reviews saying that some questions weren't answered at the end, but I feel like they shouldn't necessarily be answered. Us, as watchers, we can assume and play around a bit to see how the story played out. I do agree however, that the plot dried out towards the end, but the feel of the movie itself made it up for me to enjoy it a lot.

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If I had to give a quick description of this drama, I would say that it is a mega explosion of nostalgia, incredible writing and amazing screenplay!

No wonder this drama is considered a classic and one of the best out there, it has been on my "to watch" list for way too long. It combines so many genres like slice of life, friendship, romance and comedy. However, the themes of this drama are timeless, and so many viewers can relate to the characters and their problematic situations. There is just something magical and nostalgic about the whole setup of the series: if you are a 90s baby, you will feel very strong attraction and joy to the small details and touches. Additionally, the jumping between timestamps are very easy to follow and created a nice linear story for this show. It reminded me of my childhood, while having on a smile for the whole time. Personally, I loved the fact that the drama was mainly set in Busan, rather than the overused Seoul setting. The characters were so loveable and unforgettable, and it is fascinating how the actors pulled off the quirky Busan accent throughout the drama. As always, a strong female lead is appreciated, and Eunji was one of the best actresses to fulfil the role of a "thug" girl. Do not start watching this drama if you are expecting the cheesy romance, because the romantic aspects in the show are so unconventional. The relationships built between the characters seem very genuine and heart-warming. Finally, Reply 1997 showcased so many great Kpop musicians and bands at the time, and even the OST was a mix of Korean and English songs, which added an overall nice touch.

Once again, Reply 1997 proves that Korean dramas about everyday life can be amusing and very captivating. Please do yourself a favour and watch this masterpiece! Cannot wait to watch the other Reply sequels!

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After all of the positive things I have heard about this popular Kdrama, I have decided to finally give it a go. It took me a very long time to finally finish the series, I kept on stopping and putting it off after intervals of watching 2-3 episodes of the show. I can see why it is that popular: the cinematography, the lovable cast, the amazing OST and the fantasy theme that takes you back to the times when Goblin was still airing. But I will never fully understand when people say it is their favourite drama. Personally, it is lacking in so many various fields, especially with the levels of engagement. As mentioned before, I was about to drop the show, but it suddenly became very good towards the end. Why did the director and the scriptwriters keep us on edge right from the beginning, but instead decided to make the drama full of thrill at the end? It is mind-boggling. However, I did enjoy the complete storyline, as I am a fan of folklore and the Korean cultural elements, which dominated the drama. IU was a brilliant actress for this drama, and she keeps on improving and improving with every role that she acts. Additionally, I loved the fashion and overall aesthetics that she brought out. The male lead, on the other hand, I did not like: nor his character, nor his acting or the chemistry between him and IU. The tragic love story of the hotel owner tore me to pieces, and I wish they would have chosen to reincarnate the general. I would say the secondary characters were more favourable than the leads. Moreover, the amazing OST is a huge part of why I like this show too. There are so many great singles, all equally as beautiful and sung by very talented singers. In the end, would I recommend this drama? Yes, I feel like it is a definite staple of a drama to watch, but for me, it is a watered down version of Goblin. There is definite room for improvement, but it is a great watch with fascinating cinematography and soundtrack!

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This review will make me look like a bit of a jerk perhaps, but this movie was too plain and not that special. Sure, the storyline was quite unique, didn't even know that there was a previous Japanese movie like this. However, I felt that the movie was lacking like a backstory of the "accident". Wasn't a fan of the supernatural element in this, probably because of the lack of special effects. Personally, I enjoyed the cinematography and the warmness that this movie delivered. I'm a fan of the leading actress, but I felt that she couldn't get into her character. In addition, I personally felt like there was a lack of chemistry between the main couple. The child actor was cute though! In my opinion, there are way better Korean family or supernatural movies out there, this one was mediocre I guess.

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This was a very promising short series based on the reviews. I decided to watch it mainly because it's only 4 episodes, it's about school life and romance. But I was quite disappointed to be honest. In other words, this drama special was a bit too bland for my liking. I was missing something that could be like a big intrigue in the drama, like a thing to make a huge impact on me to watch the drama without getting distracted. Despite all of this, I did enjoy the fresh story about young love and nostalgic school life. The cinematography and the colors were really poetic and beautiful to look at. But my biggest concern still remains the actors for this drama. I wasn't a big fan of their acting since the was no strong chemistry between the male and female leads, the supporting characters were lacking charisma as well. Nevertheless, if you love school oriented short drama series, this one is quite unique and refreshing.

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With many positive reviews and appreciation for this drama online, I had to watch it. Now I became one of their own who definitely recommends watching this!

It's one of the best dramas of 2017 unarguably. It might not seem like that at all from the first glance. If you look at the plot, you have most definitely seen this story somewhere else and you can predict how the story is going to turn out eventually. However, classic stories like these make watchers somewhat nostalgic. Actually, it's not the story that draws in people to continue watching, but the magnificent and heartfelt dialogues between the characters. I was really inspired by some of the best quotes that were spoken during the dialogues and monologues. Also, I really enjoyed the 3 different love storylines in the series. They all focus on 3 completely different couples, their problems, their wishes and chemistry. Speaking of love sparks between characters, I though that the main couple was so adorable! Although the cast wasn't that star-studded, now I'm a an of some new actors. And as always, a good OST is a must for me to rate a drama highly. Personally, it's one of the best soundtracks in a drama that I've ever heard! Especially the tracks "Everyday" by Hae Bin and "Marriage" by MoonMoon just colored the drama with emotions!

This drama will definitely be added to my favorites list. I'd rewatch it again and again, so please, start watching it too!

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I, like so many other people, was so excited for this drama to air. I simply and usually love movie or drama adaptations of manga or manhwa. And for many others and me as well, this series was a big let down.

Unlike many other dramas, this one had a very disappointing beginning of the story, while it progressed into something that I really enjoyed. Believe me, it got soooo much better towards the end. The biggest issue for me were the characters. Was it the acting? Was it supposed to be like that? The actors couldn't act out simple scenes and made me feel quite awkward, actually. Nam Joo Hyuk's acting in particular. I've seen many of his roles before but playing Habaek didn't suit him. Furthermore, let's take a look at the main female character. I hate it when the female lead is presented as weak and as a crybaby. However, with many negative reviews, I wouldn't completely neglect some of the aspects of this drama. The main focus for me was the OST. Aaaand that's why I gave the music a solid 10. The songs were heartfelt and perfect for the drama, kind of reminded me of Goblin's OST.

Overall, the drama isn't as bad as the people review it. Sure, the acting sucked and it was filled with plot holes, but there are many great scenes that filled me with joy. Would I rewatch it? Probably not. Would I recommend it? Sure, for those of you who have seen all of the brilliant romance dramas out there and you have nothing better to watch.

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Seeing this drama's trailer on the front page of MDL made me watch this. It was only the 2nd historical Korean drama that I've watched, so based on the genre and concept, I can only compare it to Hwarang.

It has everything: action, comedy, romance, drama. For some reason, I really admired the first couple of episodes but I started to lose interest very soon. Probably because the storyline was quite unrealistic and predictable at times. I felt obligated to continue watching. Despite the plot holes, I was really drawn to the gender-bender side of this series although it irritated me at times. The lead couple had an amazing chemistry. Although I'm really late on this one, this was the series where I discovered the amazing Park Bo Gum. Damn, he has charm and his acting skills are top notch. The soundtrack was quite powerful as well which made the drama even more emotional and enjoyable.

This drama is an easy-to-watch historical series for beginners that are only starting to get interested in the genre. Especially romance genre lovers, beware of the cutesy/lighthearted romance scenes and start watching this!

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