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Romance wasn't just the main focal point of this drama. The show had a lot to do with exploring the complexities of love and relationships. It also had a lot of amazing character progression and the way the stories of each character were portrayed was really well done. You'll know what I mean when you meet all the characters from the first episode, then you get to the last one. There was enough screen time for each and every supporting character, and I wouldn't even call these characters "supporting" characters as I felt like they were really lovable and well portrayed (in terms of acting and writing) to a point where they were all equally considered to be the main characters.
The setting and the music is REALLY what makes this drama special. The whole drama is set in the beautiful country of France, and they really do a good job with cinematography when filming the landscapes and have beautiful shots of the scenery in France! With the perfect music, it creates a beautiful atmosphere and ambiance. The main character also explains interesting background information for each monument/building/city which is a really interesting add to the drama.
All in all, this show really sets itself apart from other dramas. As you progress through every episode, you'll really feel like you were part of the "family" and there are really heartwarming and wholesome moments in the drama that would make you love each and every character in this drama!
TLDR: Simple FEEL GOOD story, lots of different relationships and fun characters. You'll find yourself just like the characters found themselves while exploring France together!
Overall, 9.0/10! Très bon!!
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As a person who's usually busy, I even tried to make time just to finish this drama because it was so ADDICTING! I was on a kdrama hiatus and coming back to a refreshing drama like this feels so great. I've watched a lot of dramas in my time, but nothing compares to this remake.
THE CHEMISTRY in this drama was probably the best I've ever seen out of ALL the kdramas I've watched. It was like they put 2 actors who were actually dating in real life (even though they aren't) and put them together for this remake! The kiss scenes seemed so real, and you'll be surprised to see how many there are. They were just so playful together, and the acting was amazing. It's a realistic approach to relationships and the kdrama portrayed just that. All the serious problems in a relationship, all the ups and downs were really shown well here.
This drama will pretty much make you wish you saw more of them when it ends, because when it ends you'll be in for a world of hurt. You'll just want to see more of the two!
The drama's story, although not so unique like Descendents of The Sun, I Hear Your Voice etc. It is still an amazing plot. It really just focuses on the two main characters and their relationship as they progress. Each person changing each other. The character progression in this drama is one of the best, IF NOT THE BEST I've seen a kdrama ever pull off.
I guarantee you'll LOVE it, even if you're not a kdrama fan and just starting out. This drama is a good way to get you into kdramas if it's your first too!
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Probably the best 16-episode drama I've ever seen. The best rom/com series I've ever started. The interactions between the protagonist Ho Goo and his sister, and ever so loving parents were amazing. Ho Goo's friends and how they developed to become a huge circle of loving friends nearing the end surrounding the *SPOILER* -------Baby.
The love between Do Do Hee and Ho Goo was one of the best I've seen between couples in kdramas. I mean who would stay with your first high school love, even though she's had a baby with another man? and help her through 15 hours of labour? Oh no not me. But Ho Goo did! which is what made it more amazing
They also tackle problems such as homosexuality phobias, sexual assault/rape cases where victims are always on the wrong end of the stick, and many other problems in society. They portray this in a unique way by showing the good side of these societal problems.
Overall it was one of the funniest dramas I've seen to this day, and the most HEART-WARMING drama ever! I'm convinced that I'd probably want to fall in love with someone like Do Do Hee (played by Uee from Afterschool)
Really amazing!!
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STORY: It's not much of a kdrama in terms of the theme and plot like Pinocchio, I Hear Your Voice and Descendants of the Sun, but in terms of relationship, chemistry, character progression, and the main couple's personality, it was the most adorable, loving and REALISTIC couple relationship I've ever seen portrayed in a korean drama (and I have watched A LOT)
Not just the main couple being the most adorable, but also the side characters and what they bring to the story. They were also very cute and had better chemistry than most main couples in other dramas, that and they were very entertaining and brought comic relief for the most part.
THIS DRAMA REALLY TEACHES A GOOD LIFE LESSON - - about how you can never avoid the inevitable, but it's up to the person and individual to make it a positive outcome or see it as a positive thing (see it in a different light)
THE DRAMA ALSO HAS PROBABLY THE BEST ENDING AND MOST UNEXPECTED SURPRISING ENDING I'VE EVER SEEN! PROPS 9.5/10 for the story
ACTING/CAST: Like I said before, the actors and actresses really portrayed their character really well, if not better than most dramas I've seen. When ever I saw Seo Hyun Jin (girl who plays main girl Oh Hae Young) cry, I teared up easily, and I barely cry in dramas, even during deaths of loved ones in many other Korean dramas. The acting was the MOST CONVINCING I've ever seen. Seo Hyun Jin did a really great job.
Eric also did a really great job, portraying a much more chill (but not so chill) male protagonist. Both main actors did a really great job. Not only that, but the side characters had really convincing acting too (even during parts where they cried also)
MUSIC: Of course this drama has great music! The theme of this kdrama plot revolves around the male protagonist being a CEO of a sound recording company! Great OST, reminds me a lot of Western music, like Perks of Being a Wallflower OST. Really well made and set the tone when ever something intense, lovely or just plain fun happened.
REWATCH VALUE: The rewatch value will be different for everyone, but for the general audience it would probably be a one time watch for them. But for me it will probably be a 10/10, only because this drama brought me so much joy
OVERALL: In conclusion I had a lot of fun following this drama when it was ongoing. I couldn't wait to watch the next episode because each episode ended off so well. I haven't felt like this in a while with kdramas (other than Descendants of the Sun)
9.5/10 for this drama!
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She's hella cute, hella quirky and such a good actress! I loved her in Oh My Ghostess so I thought I'd give this one a try
Story: FIRE. Shit was boomin from 1st episode. A strong (literally) female lead that gives no f*cks when it comes to people trying to harm her. She's definitely one of the best female leads I've seen. It definitely is a good thriller. Not the best but it's definitely up there.
The chemistry was dope, top notch! (although I did like her chemistry with Jo Jung Suk in Oh My Ghostess better, it was still close to that level with Park Hyung Shik)
Acting/Cast: Obviously dope. as. f*ck. Everyone did a great job, a phenomenal job really. Even the comedic relief characters did great
Music was so good! I'm a MAMAMOO fan so the OST is up there with one of the best for me.
Overall: if you're looking to watch a fun, yet intense thriller with a STRONG, seriously STROOOONG female lead, you're gonna love this one! Give it a try!
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10/10 for EVERYTHING? You must be crazy! (SPOILERS)Yes, this drama is deserving of a 10/10.
The past 5-6 years of my kdrama watching career, I have never seen a drama this well written, this well produced, and this well executed in a long time.
Let's start with the STORY:
The first episode really set the tone of the drama. With Song Joong Ki coming back from military service, and making a good come back, he really does set the tone for the first episode. Song Hye Kyo does a great job showing her personality in the first episode. The plot is probably one of the most unique out of many dramas, if not all dramas. Half of the drama wasn't even set in Korea, but set in a different country. The production team had to prepare everything before hand so they can film everything on the film sites at Arahova and Zakynthos Island (which they obviously had limited time there to film)
This is why the drama's plot was really good. Unlike many dramas, writers write "on the fly" while the show is airing, which kind of messes up the plot. But in this drama, the writing was pre-written and planned so they can get the whole filming done without having to worry about any problems while filming.
It was so well written in terms of suspense, romance/chemistry and action that it kept me wanting more after each week of episode release. I haven't felt like this since Pinnochio or I Hear Your Voice.
ACTING:
Of course, the acting was a 10/10. Both male and female lead delivered as expected, and even more so made it so believable. They almost made me think the actual actors were really in love with each other. They had fun moments, sad moments, intense moments etc. All making up a great love story line with their great delivery as actors
MUSIC:
Some would not agree with me that the music is not 10/10, but most of the background music did set the tone for each mood and scene. When there was an intense action packed scene, the music would greatly compliment the scene. Romantic scenes would my heart all fluttery. A really sad moment in the drama would actually make me feel for the characters. The music made the atmosphere of the drama 10x better.
REWATCH VALUE:
I know most people wouldn't watch a drama twice, but I'd be down to watch this again with someone else if they hadn't watched it. It's that good! I even *cough* torrented each episode in 1080p, just so I could watch it if I ever travel somewhere and I don't have access to internet. It's the only drama that I have downloaded on my laptop!
OVERALL:
This drama is a roller coaster ride. From the beginning of the drama to the end, it really is one of the best drama I ever watched. Just the story being set in a place other than Korea almost half of the drama, it really makes the drama unique from others. The acting of both protagonists and the antagonist really surprised me. The overall drama is just a ride and it takes you to somewhere you won't even expect.
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