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1 min

Previously stated, I'm not a fan of 1 min episodes. 81 of these were irritating. The plot was not riveting and neither the setting. The very limited budget was evident. The loud shrewish quarreling between the uncle and aunt would make you wonder if there was any love between them. This too was tedious. The acting could have been better as An movements were stiff and unnatural.

The mains complemented each other and this is what kept me watching. Their confessions made for a tender moment.

If a full version without the breaks be uploaded would make a better watch.

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Watch this if you liked Story of Minglan and/or Destined

AMAZING! It gave me flashbacks to story of Minglan, and Destined. I wish they added few more episodes to wrap the ending better. It was really nice to see Minglan intelligence again although it wasn't as good as minglan's schemes it felt good. I was glued to the story as it progressed well and didn't have misunderstandings. At one point I felt they would breakup but the trust between them was strong and as such the Ex-lover couldn't break them. I do hate how the Luo family's second master (Ml's father although he never cared about him since he was maid born ) repeatedly punished physically and because of his inability to distinguish between right and wrong.

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Wow! It should win the 'WORST DRAMA IN "2024" award!!!

I think that only " The School Nurse Files" and "The Witch's Diner" were the ugliest drama that I saw togheter with this one.
The drama is super overdramatic, exaggerated reactions. OST composed of only two tracks played an infinite number of times over the course of 8 episodes. Characters without personalities. Rising scenes that have no logical thread and it is never explained when they happen (2, 5 years ago, present, future). Nothing is understood. At the end of the drama things become clearer, but the narrative is aberrant. Too bad for the cast. Excellent actors but also confused about their characters. Don't waste your time looking at it.

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It's something different and new

So yeah I finished watching the drama just now and hereis my review fresh out of the oven!!!
This drama is definitely something new from the usual kdrama trope touching sensitive topics and what impressed me the most the ML definitely shattered all the hailed toxic masculinity he shows his weakness his emotions openly and that is not something kdramas show it is always the ML saving the damsel in distress but here oh mahn the FL is this strong woman who indeed saves the ML. The love story of our ju ju couple is simple and beautiful. No unwanted dramas and twists and turns, they solve their issues like matured couples and there is no cringe aigooo moments. They are one of the veryfew green flag couple's who support and rooot for each other.
The side stories of the supporting characters were also sweet and short and did not bore me. The story was also nice and simple a good slice of life story I liked it. The cast also gave a good performance.

So if you are in for a good slice of life feel good drama brewing love is a good one.

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Gangnam B-Side: A Crime Drama Lost in Shadows and Barely Saved by Ji Chang Wook..

Gangnam B-Side is a drama filled with secrets, ambition, and unexpected alliances.. And also people whose ambitions have no morales or value for human lives.. The drama excels in creating an atmospheric narrative.. It attempts to stitch together a thriller but i dont think that worked out well.. It was more of a Crime/Action drama rather than a thriller.. The pacing didnt exactly keep me on edge even though it was a short drama.. The drama tries to create a dark intrigue but it lacks any genuine suspense.. JCW shined as always.. He outperformed everyone in the drama by a mile..

Gangnam B-Side also explores the dark world of online sex work, prostitution, and drugs.. Shedding light on the struggles and exploitation faced by the women involved.. It delves into how they are manipulated and controlled.. Both on camera and behind the scenes..

One standout moment was the intense fight scene in Ep 2.. Which was choreographed with precision and full of raw energy.. The gritty action and Ji Chang Wook’s impeccable performance made it a highlight of the series.. That scene showcased the potential the drama could have tapped into more consistently.. I also loved the short scene of Ji Chang Wook entering the arena.. It perfectly elevated the fight that followed..

The acting of the rest of the cast was decent.. But it certainly wont be getting any applause from me.. The cop's daughter was unbelievably dumb.. She made things unnecessarily complicated in the second half of the drama. Even in the end her actions led to no positive outcome..

Overall.. Gangnam B-Side has its moments.. Especially with strong performances from Ji Chang Wook and some thrilling action sequences.. However.. The lack of genuine suspense.. Predictable story arc.. And a few frustrating plot points held it back from reaching its full potential.. Its an entertaining watch.. But not without its flaws..

P.S. I am not kidding when I say JCW covered in blood is a sight to behold.. No I am not a psychopath.. It was just seriously intense..

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Consistent and Lovely

Cannot really review this drama from a objective point of view, but for sure I love this drama because of:

1. It retains chinese culture (brocade, silk) and eastern style wisdoms, Beautiful.
2. I love the main lead actors TSY and ZYC (oh, this is so biased, lol).
3. Ji Yingying and Yang Jinglan both characters in this drama are very good, can be said emotionally stable, not trying to be cute, spoiled or domineering, just be themselves while also considering others.
4. The highlight of the story is easy to predict, but some details are interesting enough to watch, enjoyable.
I mean, this is not the elaborate story of Ming Lan or Nirvana In Fire... come on.
5. So far (ep 23) I think it's safe to watch all ages (there are killing scenes but not sadist or brutal, and kissing/romance scenes also so far still ... safe.).
6. Novel version is good, happy ending.

The only minus is no OST of ZYC and TSY singing together while we know both could sing ...

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The Story:

JYY: (female lead)
- Talented girl, helpful, brave, has a knack of trading and negotiation skills too
1. inherited her father's skill of dying silk
2. clean her father's name from false accusation
3. clean the silk business from corrupted officials
4, sell her dyed silks to all over the world

YJL: (male lead)
- High martial skils, love JYY as she is.
1. Justice for his master that had been killed by corrupted officials
2. Clean the silk business from corrupted officials
3. Support and protect his loved on JYY

Other villains:
1. very corrupted offiicials Niu Jin
2. psycho ex-lover Zhao Xiuyuan
3. a-bit-good-but-quite-evil Prince Bai from enemy state.

Conclusions:
I have no complaints so far, because this drama is enjoyable, the judgements made by the main leads to overcome situations are all OK, pretty much a good example for all.

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please don't use logic

if you forget all sense of logic, sensibility and realistically how a situation can be handled, this drama will be okay. dont use brain. its so frustrating, annoying and laughable if you start trying to solve their obstacles and then see how they're using the worst possible way to solve

but lol besides that the characters are okay. everyone is too angry all the time but that's okay, mostly teenagers are at play. it didnt really feel that realistic or believable in the setting they put but it's interesting still. if you don't use brain you'll enjoy. let them solve things badly and just enjoy the show at face value then it's easy

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Loved!

From the first episode, I was a little skeptical... but wow! I really loved this show. Everything about it was just so good. All of the main characters were so likable. It was a pretty funny show, too; it genuinely made me laugh. And I loved the main characters together! They had such cute moments and great chemistry; I think they did awesome together. I like that there's not too much to this show; it's not so crazy; it's a little more laid back and innocent, a perfect rom-com. Although I like the storyline, not every Kdrama needs a murder mystery. So that's what made this drama refreshing, along with other things. I've seen Park Min Young in a few things now, and I just love her acting; she always does so well. I am definitely going to watch more stuff with her.

Overall, I loved this show, and I definitely recommend it to anyone who likes romcoms.

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A Beautiful Mind, a drama that mixes inspiration, medicine and romance

A Beautiful Mind is a drama that I like. Indeed, this drama is loosely inspired by Mary Shelley's very famous novel Frankenstein or the Modern Prometheus. Before talking about the characters, I would first like to talk about the inspiration for Frankenstein. First of all, when we say Frankenstein, we always think of a creature with a cylindrical head, a cylindrical morphology, a very thick forehead, bolts in the neck and a body covered in stitches. However, in the drama, this is not the case at all and it is completely redesigned. However, it is a shame that over the episodes they turn towards an excessive romance, embodied by the duo Young Oh and Jin Seong, played by Jang Hyeok and Park So Dam. I still recognize that the actor Jang Hyeok plays his role very well. Otherwise, I got attached to the other character, namely Kim Min Jae (Park Se Young). In terms of the OST, they correspond well to the romantic atmosphere of the drama. In short, I'm disappointed because with less romance, the drama would have been much better to follow.

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Pure Bliss!!!

I made the dire mistake of deciding to check out just the beginning of this drama late at night on a work night. I did not sleep and had to stumble through presentations and meetings like a zombie today but still coming here to write a review because I loved it.

Honestly I've watched so many great dramas in the last few weeks (I Hear The Sunspot, Bad Buddy and now this) that I think I have to take a break to reset lest they blur together in my head. But this drama was pure enjoyment from start to finish. I loved the sci-fi/fantasy aspects of it, the learning to accept love and love yourself message and the wonderful actors. It was one of the rare dramas where I enjoyed all the side characters as well as the leads. It starts out seemingly cute and fluffy with the two leads having an age gap that makes you wonder whether their relationship will really take off. Just past the halfway mark it takes a turn and becomes darker, sadder but never 'traumatic in the K-trauma' sense. But the ending is a sweet reward which celebrates friendship and self-love and second chances.

Yes cheesy as hell but it is the good stuff, melted gruyere on a bowl of French onion soup yumminess. I don't recommend staying up all night on a work night (I did feel some regret during my harrowing day) so if you are the type to get caught up in a drama and binge watch then plan your start time/day accordingly. You have been warned, you will want to binge.

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Rooftop Prince, a drama that will make you laugh with its crazy situations!

Rooftop Prince is a very successful drama. The plot is very well developed, especially why the four protagonists find themselves teleported to a world they don't know. Concerning the teleported characters, knowing nothing about the modern world, they will have to adapt to this new life, helped by Park Ha. It is through this adaptation that each situation is extremely funny and moving at the end, although sometimes uncomfortable. The acting of these characters is very well played even if there are some scenes that are overplayed. Otherwise, I also got attached to the other character, namely Becky (Guzal Tursunova), except Se Na (Jeong Yu Mi), who is unbearable at the beginning of the drama but who improves later. I much prefer her ancestor, Princess Hwa Yong. In terms of the OST, it corresponds very well to the comic atmosphere of the drama. In short, it is a very good drama that is very offbeat!

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