When I found out Rurouni Kenshin was being made into a live action movie, at first I had my doubts as movie adaptatins of anime/manga, particularly live action ones don't usually fare too well. Regardless of that, being a huge Rurouni Kenshin fanatic, I was still ridiculously excited and had to watch it no matter what.

The movie is spectacular!!! The plot flows well, all the prominent characters from the anime were all included (much to my pleasing, hehe), excluding a select few which I believe will appear in the next few movies they will release (I read they plan on making a series out of it, which is definitely plausible considering the nature of the anime and various plots).

I fell in love with the OST immediately! I absolutely love it and will hunt down the album as soon as I've finished writing this review. The music flows exceptionally well with the amazing choreography and brings out the full emotions, feelings and thoughts of Kenshin. The battle sequences truly are something that would grip all viewers. Together with the soundtrack, it brings epicness to a whole new level.

To top it all off, the acting is top notch. C'est magnifique! A must watch for all RuroKen aficionados, and even if you're not much of a historical, action based samurai loving fan, the soundtrack and the choreography itself is enough to win you over.

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This drama is pretty straight forward, there aren't any twists and turns so if you're hoping for anything along those lines, you won't find them. However, considering it is a drama based on the rescue services, it provides some insight into just how demanding and life threatening their job is and above all just how precious their own lives as well as the victims' lives are not only for their own sakes but for their families and loved ones.

The lead character definitely has immense determination and will power, something that becomes evident immediately in the first episode. To me, it is something to be admired and I found it rather inspiring.

As the episodes progress you're able to see just how much they all grow, bond and leads to several tears along the way. I couldn't help but shed some tears, some parts really were heart touching and heartbreaking plus the music was perfect. The acting may not have been top notch all the time, but it was pretty darn good nonetheless. Overall, if you enjoy watching fast paced action dramas, you should give this one at least a try.

Oh and beware of shouting! There is a hell of a lot of it in every SINGLE episode! xD

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I don't even know where to begin in praising this drama. It is simply spectacular from every angle, a must watch whether you're a fan of medical dramas or not. Each episode is unique in that a valuable message is conveyed and of course there is on going drama throughout. It is a heart warming, tear evoking, beautiful drama with a lovely mix of comedy too. It is mostly serious which is usually a given with medical dramas but it is far from boring and always leaves you appreciating all that you have in your own life and wanting to see more of it.

I would have given it a straight 10 in all categories but the instrumental music in season 2 did feel a tad too repetitive so I gave it a 9. Having said that, it was played effectively at the right times to enhance the emotional factor so for that I'd definitely give it a 10, not to mention the theme itself was poigantly beautiful and well composed for the drama.

All in all, a must watch for all drama lovers! ^^
It's definitely one of my faves now n_n.

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Where to begin? WHERE TO BEGIN!??? I honestly don't know! It is simply marvellous! Actually no scrap that, there are no words that can possibly do it justice, although I must say Rita's review hit the nail on the head and I fear my review will be a mere nonsensical ramble now xD.

Righto, I'll attempt to do this drama the justice it deserves with my prattling.
Initially I honestly thought it would be your typical Korean rom-com. In fact that is the precise reason I chose to watch it in the first place as I was in the mood for something lighthearted, filled with abundant humour after having seen a drama of a more serious and tragic nature. Well boy was I in for a surprise, and a pleasant surprise at that because it not only satisfied my yearning for pure romance and comedy but it was simultaneously, beautifully packaged up with real life issues. Issues in relation to politics, the opinions of the masses, the ravaging nature of the media and how they love to latch on to anything that'll catch the public's attention, (in other words: scandalous), patriotism, trust not only in yourself but those around you, and of course love, to mention but a few.
Love in this drama is portrayed in such a pure and powerful way. It highlights just how far it can go when accompanied with mutual faith and trust. Truly something to admire.

The acting was impeccable and the chosen instrumental themes (perhaps I'm a tad biased here as I adore instrumental and classical music) in my eyes, or rather ears, was simply both elegant and spine tingling! It had the desired effect on me, that I can safely say unless of course my reactions were just plain bizarre and abnormal (which wouldn't really be a surprise! :P). Ha Ji-won and Lee Seung-gi make a such a wonderful duo in this drama, they honestly do. They'll have you bawling your eyes out with tears of joy, sorrow and even plain shock! The two of them have definitely won me over, although technically I'd already been a fan of Ha Ji-won's work (I'm a huge fan of her strong female roles) so saying she's won me over with her performance in here would be a bit of a fib. Lee Seung-gi on the other hand, it was actually my first time seeing him in action. I hadn't a clue what his acting was like, his quirks, or the sorts of dramas/movies he's usually involved in, so seeing him for the first time in all his glory, and talent added to the overall spectacular feel of the drama.

Seriously guys, just watch it! This drama is not something anyone can possibly hate with every cell in their body. It is just not possible to hate it so, unless you're referring to the villains, in which case it is perfectly fine to do so (personally speaking, the insanity of the main villain and even his lackeys was something I found to be both incredulously hilarious and infuriating - still it only added to the little gem that this drama is). Go on, WATCH IT!!! You're bound to fall in love with it ^_^.

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First off, Binnie oppa sarangheyooo <333, ahh my poor heart...gosh he's really outdone himself in this drama!

This is hands down without a doubt the best kdrama of 2019-20 <3. I simply LOVE LOVE LOOOOVE every aspect of it, every angle so beautifully done. Not to mention the fact that the female lead is NOT DIRT POOR AND HELPLESS as is typical in most kdramas. She's actually very intelligent and holds her own in various situations.

The music/OST fits perfectly with the heart wrenching moments, as well as the comedy entwined into the more serious scenes.

The acting from the whole cast is absolutely top notch! The emotions, thoughts, feelings, everything is conveyed so well. It’s brought me to tears on so many occasions, or left me in stitches clutching my sides unable to stop laughing :D

Another remarkable thing about this drama is how it’s able to shift so effortlessly from the more serious moments to the comedy, it’s so smoothly done and feels so natural. Love
it!

One of the most beautiful themes of this drama is how it illustrates all the different types of love and relationships, ranging from true love/romance, mother-daughter/familial bonds, comradeship/friendship, and how it brings people together uniting them no matter the physical separation or hardship they are going through. It so preciously shines through <3.

This will always remain a fave of mine, and undoubtedly so difficult to topple…ahhh that void left behind as you try to find another beautiful drama :’(

Ps. Hyun Bin oppa and Son Ye-Jin so perfect together, their chemistry off the charts.

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I'll keep this review short for once, or rather I haven't much to say on the drama itself. It's an interesting concept but other than that, I found it somewhat dull. The individual stories per episode were at times intriguing but others not so much. Overall it felt as if the drama was merely jumping from one thing to the next, though I suppose that is a given considering the style and nature of this drama. Perhaps I'm being a tad too harsh and the fact that I didn't see the last ep till a year later (today to be exact whilst I'd actually seen the rest of the drama in 2012 possibly even late 2011), my opinion is likely to be rather muddled and not very accurate. My memory sucks on the best of days so trying to recall the rest of the episodes for this drama is near impossible for me! That in itself means my review isn't very fair or valid. Still, I do believe it's a good, short, light mystery drama to watch to pass the time, when you're going through that drama dry spell or are lost as to what to watch next.

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Such a beautiful, feel good, laugh out loud, cry yourself insane kinda drama!

Oh my what a superb, beautiful drama with all sorts of healing and growth going on. Absolutely loved it. It captured the painful moments so well with the heartbreaking soundtracks, combined with the uplifting and heartening ones that left us full of energy and happiness. I cried buckets, laughed out loud like a complete idiot and just all round felt engaged throughout. Wonderful pacing, wonderful story, wonderful cast (such chemistry!), just truly wonderful on every level. Jeongmal kamsahamnida <333

Really going to miss it now...ugh that doom and gloom void that us kdrama lunatics feel once you've marathoned and completed a truly gripping, beautiful drama.

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