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This was a cute story but bland. IU did very well, I feel she was not the right actress for Lee Sun Kyun. Lee Sun Kyun also did very well in this but I feel he was the wrong actor to play this part for IU. Sorry that I feel like that. The storyline was cute, and dramatic at times. It had its ups and downs. At least the character of Park Dong Hoon was faithful to his wife. I have a different view of the ending but I will keep my lips sealed. The music they played was repeated throughout the drama was not good for me. I'm more of a fantasy type of person, wanting more action in a drama. All the actors played their part.

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18 Again - Heart-Warming Drama!

I loved 18 Again! It was a bit heartbreaking at first but soon changed to be a major heart-warming drama for me. It had also some sad, yet cute/funny moments; which I absolutely enjoyed. All in all, it was a great ride, with brilliant actors and amazing chemistry (especially with the presence of a huge age gap)! I think you will not regret watching this. I cried at some points when the main character got to the point of not being able to go back to normal. I'm personally a fan of age gap dramas since there's more tension going on between families and characters but I was delighted to see scenes that had chemistry in them yet kept their boundaries because of the age gap (though they've kissed multiple times rip). Again, you should really watch this drama! It was fun and emotional to watch. :)

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WTF ending?

I just want to ask the writer that if you are making thriller why not end it means why would we watch thrillers so that we can find conclusion of every happenings i was all satisfied with the story the cast and Lee seung gi is the main reason i started this drama because he is perfect with scrip selection but this is the first lee seung gi drama i was disappointed he was perfect in his role the story was good but i have just wasted my 16 hours and got no results and there is no second season????
So if someone want to watch this drama i will recommend you if you are fan of the cast and don't mind open endings

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So I read some review certainly far more critical than this one will be, and I think I'm probably far too generous with this particular show (which, in hindsight, makes me want to go back to others I rated and demolish them).
While I particulary enjoyed the simplicity of the storyline, notably the absence of what I call the "side character one-sided lover/bitch" and the lack of "no, don't be gay, don't ruin your life for me"-pity arc, there was also severals problems.
First : some characters were introduced, obviously with some kind of story in mind, and just disappeared. I'm thinking of Alex, who obviously would have been a "one-sided lover/bitch" with a stalker potential... but wasn't and was never mentionned for several episods. His character have essentially no purpose, no raison d'être so... why ? (I mean, if it was to show that Pharm is a soft character who needs protection from the more "hard" Dean... well, it was already implied and unneeded by the fact that he suffers from several phobia).
Second : side characters like Team and Manaow, while more present in the storyline, don't get there story except at some point (I was quite shocked when Team goes to Win's place because of his insomnia like it's a common occurence... even thought I missed an episode). So, either don't mention it at all or give them a consistent storyline with enough appearances to back it up.
Third : it's probably a mix of cultural differences and what I feel are bad choices from the director but... everyone accept far too easily that Pharm and Dean are the reincarnation of Intouch and Korn . (I.E Pharm 's granpa/Korn's dad who immediately know where Pharm went without ever meeting him and knowing absolutely nothing about him and his history)

I won't go in too much detail about the screenwriting, cuz I didn't take notes while watching each episode and wasn't focus on that (also, it's been a while since I took film analysis in Uni). What I can say about it, because it jumped to my face... too much staring/kissing scenes who take too much times. We get it : they love each other, the emotions are intense... no need to ruin that by making us watch them feeling those for three to five minutes and bore us too death.

To be brief : quite good overall, in terms of story and acting, some problems wih the director's choices.
I probably won't rewatch it, not because I don't think it's bad, just because I won't feel the need. I will remember it as a good drama, and in the BL genra certainly as one of the best. You can say all you want about TharnType or Lovesick, which apparently are held to be la crème de la crème of BL by some, they're not that good and certainly not as much as UWMA. (Which says a lot about what standards scriptwriters and directors have to respect)

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Han Gi Chan and Jang Eui Soo are just wonderful cutie-pies, yet still have the ability to act with a strong aura/presence of seriousness! I love everything about these two, and I want to see them in a full length drama!

For the amount of script, and time this drama had to convey its message, it's a complete 10/10. They nailed every aspect of this, and made this such a beautiful little gem!!

Even if the concept was a standard cliche South Korean chaebol drama, the added element of it being gay is the cherry on top. If you're expecting a story that breaks new ground, ask yourselves if KBS, SBS, JBTC are STILL giving you the chaebol cliche dramas??? Then thank your lucky stars that, in a nation that STILL stigmatizes this topic, the producers put this out for you. Let's break the ground first and worry about full length trailblazing screenwriting later!

Baby steps... and, again, for what this drama had to work with, this was fantastic. Best part is that, unlike other newbie LGBTQ actors in dramas, these two newbies have some serious acting chops, and not one time did I feel cringed out by them.

Thank you to the producers for finding this talent and giving us this treat!

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The title makes sense

Finish this last year and honestly, it doesn't give me much impact sadly.

I've been looking forward to this drama ever since it the Pilot video came out. It's just my preference but I've always like plot where it's working characters instead of students. Just as the story is called "Step by Step", it makes sense why this story is quite a slow burn. So, for those who dislike that, this story is not for you!

Sadly, I would say the story went kinda downhill after later episodes. Mostly because of Pat. There was one review I read which I agreed on that said "Pat need to stop thinking everything revolves around him". Honestly, their "Conflict" part kind of pisses me of, aka Pat being so difficult. I honestly don't understand what's the deal with him and his reasoning is a little ???

He really does think everything is about him, which makes me feel bad about Jeng. He was trying his best to show sincerity and how he feels but ugh, Pat just pisses me off tbh. It took me awhile to finish the story - almost wanting to drop it - but manage to end it. Jeng came through at the end, and honestly, I stayed because of him. Ending was so so

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Power corrupts, but does it have to corrupt one's soul, too?

I wholeheartedly believe there is some truth in every fictional story. Blood Free is no exception, especially in the way it depicts how the 1% delusional wealthy believe themselves to be superior to everybody else and think, not just accept but demand that the laws of man and land not apply to them in any way, shape, or form. They deserve not only elitism, amorality, but immortality just because they are wealthy boggles the mind. It makes me wonder. I know power corrupts, but does it have to corrupt one's soul, too? How can a parent such as Seon Woo Jae's ( I love me some Lee Hee Joon) mother, who loves her child so much, have such disregard for someone else's child; what makes them think only their child is precious? I will never understand. That said, what a brilliantly made drama!

Watching a fantastic show on TV or a great movie in the theatre sometimes leaves us thinking about what made that so great and why it moved us or made us nervous. I have come to understand that a TV show or movie can only become influential when all the key elements such as plot, character, thought, diction, spectacle, musical score, mystery, action, directing, and acting are done correctly -- all of which were intelligently weaved in Blood-free to make it beyond excellent, superb in fact. I think Blood Free is undoubtedly one of the best K-dramas Disney+ has ever produced, right there with A Shop for Killers, if not the best. Kudos to all, especially Han Hyo Joo. She was outstanding, and so was Ju Ji Hoon and everybody else. When I started this drama I thought Yoon Ja Yoo the most impactful character but by the end of it On San (Lee Moo Saeng) left an even bigger mark. The mere fact that this was only 10 episodes, made me believe there would be a second season to it. I await it, patiently.

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I expect to see some romance just like the masters sun.. here, no romance at all. I guess the lead lady is married and her husband not allowed her to hugs and kiss on the movie lol I watch eulachacha waikiki she also not romantic at all maybe flirty here and there ............................,...........................,...........................,...........................,...........................,...........................,...........................,...........................,...........................,...........................,...........................,

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Even Errors are Beautiful

Omggg.. I don't know What to do.. i'm missing this drama a lott.. No Over Acting Nothing Extra Just the Plot and Characters Playing their Role.. but I feel like and i wished pleaseee for the love of the god.. Made them couple in Real life too.. cause their Acting was Top.. and The best Part is.. That Intresting Story + Cute Scenes Makes it a Wonderful Drama to Watch.
The Plot Actually is Very Simple like How Feel good and Light drama Patterns Should be.. It's just like that.. But you'll feel like u r living in Sweet World where watching them together will give u butterflies in stomach.. and you at the End of the day When u will finish the drama.. You are going to miss them a lott.. I have started to watch this drama since the day it was released so i have waited for 4 weeks to complete this drama.. but now u can watch it in just one go.. not because it is available because u can't stop yourself from watching this series once u started.. Really Miss them.. and After Watching this And Light on me.. My Trust For Korean BL have Increased More than 10 Times..

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For When You Need Some Adorable Fluff

This is not a terribly deep, complex story by miles, however it’s not trying to be.

VIP Only is more of a slice of life story of two people falling in love It is quiet and takes its time. It meanders through affection to love. It’s very sweet. Conflict is minimal but does last a couple episodes due to their short length.

Stan and Xuan have great chemistry together. Not the very thirsty, sexy chemistry one may expect from or look for in many Thai BLs, but rather a very cozy and comforting chemistry. These are actors who very much feel at ease together and who create a very believable picture of two individuals who will ultimately create a long lasting life together.

Liu Li can be pretty oblivious and dense, I won’t lie. He has that sweet, dumb puppy kind of personality but that isn’t all there is to him. It’s easy to dismiss or discount him but you see the layers if you’re looking.

Gu Jing can be reserved and even standoffish but the warm, fuzzy bits shine through when he’s with Liu Li. This is someone who shows how he feels through actions rather than words, gifts or grand gestures.

Ren is a grumpy, very sassy curmudgeon. Yet he grows on you and eventually shows glimpses of his soft bits and the way he cares for others under his prickly nature.

If you want a thought-provoking story, this isn’t what you’re looking for. If you want hot, rip each other’s clothes off chemistry and NC scenes, this isn’t what you’re looking for. If you want a lot of twists and turns, tension and suspense, well this is definitely not what you are looking for. But if you want a show that makes you feel the way a warm cup of cocoa or a big bowl of your favorite soup makes you feel on a chilly day, then this is worth watching. If you want a love story that feels like a blanket right out of the dryer, then this is a good bet.

Sometimes you just want something sweet and simple to give you a dose of happy. For me, that’s what this show is.

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Not PERFECT but FUN!!!!!

I think viewers nowadays expect some perfectly written kdramas with top tier actors and flawless characters. This drama is NOT THAT!!! However, it is sooooo entertaining and addicting to binge watch. It's really cliche and cringy to the point that it's actually good. The bromance between the Shax members with all the bickering and teasing, the love-hate relationships between managers and the idols and the lowkey flirting between girl groups and boy groups. This drama has it all!!!

It also touches a lot on the current issues of the kpop industry including reporters blackmailing companies using idol couple scandals, agencies abusing and mistreating their idols, young and naive trainees taken advantage of and suicides due to pressure from the industry. If you are a fan of kpop or atleast are familiar with it, give this drama a shot.

The cast also did not deserve the hate they received as I think their acting are up to standards....obviously it wasn't a gong yoo or a son ye jin performance but it is good enough.

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Sviluppo troppo lento

I drama cinesi sono famosi per iniziare in un modo e cambiare direzione per poi diventare tutt'altro. Così magari finissce che ti piace solo una prte del drama. Questo no. Questo è uno dei rari drama cinesi che hanno una chiara direzione e natura e la mantengono fino alla fine, solo che tra l'inizio e il finale fanno talmente tanti avanti e poi indietro e poi avanti e poi indietro e poi avanti e poi indietro che ad un certo punto ero esasperata. Veramente. Alla puntata 14 ormai disperavo che i due protagonisti seppure non avessero veri ostacoli a bloccarli si dichiarassero. I personaggi sono tutti simpatici i protagonisti non hanno gravi problemi da risolvere, a parte la natura di lui. E questo mi piace, non voglio struggermi troppo per i personaggi, ma se non ci sono problemi il fatto di non farli dichiarare per 14 puntate o più per motivi futili o inesistenti rende il tutto quasi ridicolo e pesante. All'inizio era carino ma poi ha stufato. Anche perchè la coppia secondaria era pure pure pegio come lentezza nel progredire. Andava persino all'indietro.

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