Liquor (2023)

Shocked at low rating

Honestly, I never write reviews on this website because the ratings on these shows always seem to be absolutely BRUTAL, but the rating being a 7.1 (and ranked below "The New Employee") really compelled me to.

This is a care-free, light-hearted show about a marketing employee searching for a chef to promote a liquor company, and he ends up in a dilemma where he has to work with a chef who is known to have a strong aversion to alcohol. The plot is fairly unique in terms of food-centered kbl series - it doesn't focus on the food necessarily, but rather how their opposing views on alcohol bring them together.

The series is only 8, 20~ minute episodes, so it moves fairly quickly as expected. Some other people mentioned in their reviews the ML suddenly decided he would work with the alcohol product out of no-where and that he had a change of heart seemingly "because of love". It makes me wonder if they even paid attention to the show??? The chef was in a very specific circumstance where he needed help and money, and when Ji Yoo offered him both things, he accepted (after 2 weeks of him refusing) as a way to return the favor. When he drank alcohol, it was because he came to be comfortable around Ji Yoo and wanted to make him happy, but also because it was his job???? He had to make a menu surrounding the alcohol, it makes sense for him to try it at some point in order to make a menu that reflected and enhanced the flavor of said alcohol.

Another complaint I saw was that there was no character development and fights were resolved quickly. I'm not sure what people are expecting out of a web series; I thought it moved at a great pace and was reasonable for the plot line. The arc where they have to create a menu seems to take place over the course of a month, and I assume we are supposed to infer that both the leads grew close over this time period. I don't think it's necessary to think too deeply about it.

The production is good. For these shows you never know it will be seemingly "indie" or high quality, but it falls perfectly in-between. As a film student, I thought the framing and coloring were better than average for a web-series, and the sets were wonderful.

Both leads were charming and had great chemistry from the beginning, and the side characters weren't annoying. If you enjoy food dramas, or series based around a restaurant environment (The Tasty Florida, To My Star, My Sweet Dear, etc.) , I highly recommend this series.

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maybe everyone agrees with me that all the liquor is an extraordinary work from south korea. from all aspects of this drama is superior when compared to other dramas in terms of story? extraordinary with the duration per episode reaching 15-20 minutes, in terms of acting from the actors? The chemistry of the main actors in this drama is no longer recognised, from a cinematographic point of view? you can judge if you have watched this drama. highly recommended to watch. but in terms of the ost I'm not interested in listening to the song but that's just a personal opinion. I am very grateful to the hard work of the entire staff from the actors, director, and all those who played an important role in the success of this drama

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Igual a uma comida sem sal.

Embora eu tenha uma inclinação a evitar críticas negativas sempre que possível, é essencial ser honesto quando uma obra de entretenimento não atende às expectativas. Este dorama, em particular, não conseguiu conquistar meu coração. A trama simplesmente não conseguiu prender minha atenção, e os personagens, infelizmente, não conseguiram me cativar. A duração curta da série não pode ser apontada como o principal motivo dessa desilusão, uma vez que já assisti a outros dramas de curta duração que me encantaram.

Este dorama, apesar de sua brevidade, revelou-se superficial e leve, servindo como uma distração agradável, mas desprovida de profundidade e complexidade. Tragicamente, essa experiência rapidamente se desvaneceu na memória, e, por mais que tenha tentado, não consegui evitar notar que a narrativa enfrentou um desafio crítico: muitos problemas foram apresentados, mas acabaram sendo resolvidos com facilidade, o que conferiu à trama um aspecto chato e carente de sentido.

O casal principal pareceu ter sido desenvolvido às pressas, como se a urgência da trama fosse mais importante do que a construção de personagens sólidos e envolventes. No entanto, mesmo nesse cenário, houve uma luz no túnel: Ji Hoon, um personagem que exibia um carisma notável e que, por si só, ultrapassava em carisma os dois protagonistas principais. Infelizmente, mesmo o carisma de Ji Hoon não foi suficiente para compensar as deficiências da trama.

Ainda assim, em um ponto de virada, o final feliz da história lançou um feixe de luz sobre as sombras da narrativa. Embora o caminho até esse desfecho positivo tenha sido turbulento, a conclusão conseguiu resgatar um pouco do brilho da série. Mas, no geral, este dorama foi uma oportunidade perdida, e fica a sensação de que poderia ter oferecido muito mais em termos de enredo e desenvolvimento de personagens.

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It’s all about the alcohol and not the romance

The simplicity taken in this show has come to the point that it tasted bland. The potential is misused as the drama solely focuses on the algid bloom of romance that takes too long to execute. It takes more than half of the show to let the viewers know exactly why the lead actor hated liquor that much and his reason for not appearing in any television guestings. This is not a good way of letting the audience feel the sensation of every scene from each episode before the ending.

Despite the captivating visuals of the main couple, I think that they need more acting experience to carry out their roles perfectly. I got the feeling that it affects the affection needed from both of their characters. The kissing clips are not that passionate. I want to see more fiery and exciting performances from them since I was astonished by their good looks and physique.

Regardless of the cons of the show, it is safe to say that it is not that worse compare to some K-BLs out there. I somehow enjoyed it without any doubt. I just hope that the production and the actors themselves can see where the show lacks the most and try to improve it for their next individual projects. All the Liquors is a show about characters that can and can’t live without drinking alcohol but takes us into viewing their significant stories that revolve around romance and life in general.

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Drunk on happiness :)

One hell of a cute watch. Love can change people and All the Liquors is probably the best example of that! I loved each and every character in this show. They were not afraid to show their weaknesses and neither were they afraid to be seen loving their partner. They are not closeted, and couldn't care less about what people think about them.

Story wise, there is not much new, but it's quite refreshing nonetheless. No triangles, no toxicity, no random past returns. Just a sweet love story that changes the world of two men in more ways that they could have imagined.
The two main leads are cute as hell and I am in love, in love with Won Do Hyun. He is seriously sexy and so very tall... Plus I am a sucker for height difference couples especially in BLs.. And this one definitely has that! :D

Can watch and then re-watch.. Quite a lovely story.. So go for it!!!!❤️

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Overall thought: This series is simple, light, and hearty. I find it refreshing for me. The main leads are cute together.
What I liked?
I like Han Ji Yu's dedication to his job and the company he works for.
I like the back story behind why Park Ki Hoon don't carry alcohol in his restaurant.
I like the bit of humor the show had to it.
I liked that the acting was good for the most part.
What I disliked?
I disliked how plot of the story was a bit boring.
I disliked how the scene were cut.
I disliked that the plot is forgettable.
Where their chemistry between actors?
I would say Yes, they were chemistry from the first meeting at the restaurant. The way Park Ki Hoon would stare at Han Ji Yu was intense.
Any Plot Improvements?
I would say that I would have love to see Par Ki Hoon and Han Ji Yu have a bit more conversation in getting to know each other. The kissing scene could have been better.
End Thoughts: This series to me is a one-time watch. Nothing memorable happened and it not a show where you would be coming back too .

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Это как всегда интересно, красиво и вкусно.

Я уже не знаю как Корею можно комментировать, так как это шедевр на шедевре. Начиная с кастинга актеров и до последнего субтитра. Видя выход нового произведения, я знаю, что это будет наслаждение. И я реально это получаю. Если обратить внимания на моменты - ну первый момент который меня немного напугал - это количество выпитого гг. Ну и этот прессинг начальства - что только этот человек и ни кто другой. Дорама однозначно в "Любимые" на миллионный пересмотр, как и другие Корейские дорамы. Музыка, уютные маленькие кафе, сюжет, мимика (ооо тут у актеров прям она выше всех похвал - можно без слов - все сказано глазами, губами) игра. Дохун (Кихун) для дебюта просто шикарен. Изначально ведь он модель, а не актер. очень внешне напомнил Нам Джу Хёка, которого очень люблю и поэтому Дохун прям в сердце. Джухен (Джи У) первая гг-роль, но что за алмаз индустрии развлечения? Эти глаза, его смущение, опьянение, улыбка...Ему всего 20 - я верю в его потрясающее будущее. Ну и изюминка, нет вишенка это проекта, просто космос моего смеха , это Хо Гюн (Джи Хун). Тот парень который не мешает, а делает проект ярче.
Еще раз: это Корея. Это аккуратно, красиво, мило. Это наслаждение моментом и переживание в бабочках, а не ежовых иголках. Однозначно рекомендую к просмотру. И при чем тут алкоголь будет понятно уже практически сразу. Наша жизнь - это тоже в своем роде блюдо и без определенных ингредиентов, она будет обычной и даже пресной.

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Overall I find it warm with each character yet I know I will soon forget about this

Dislike
The lack of intimate scenes that are viewed. It is lead on to be a bl drama yet a kiss only came in the last episode and feelings were not clear. I still don't get why Ki Hoon hated alcohol yet I watched every second of it so that is still a mystery to me that will never be discovered. Each episode wasn't clear in its message and the pacing was a little slow with no action or drama whatsoever

Like
How the friendship develops with them getting closer in their interactions.
Yi Hoo is my favourite as he is so warm and bubbly personality that anyone can be friends with and just open up with him around.

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