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It's boring.

It's pretty much boring for me. I almost gave up after the first 12 minutes of ep.1 but saw a lot of early comments about how great this drama is with just the first ep so I watched it till the episode end, but this is all I'd give my time for this series. It officially is a dropped project for me.

****Edited 2: Due to quite a fuss about I dropped the drama and left my opinion only after "one" episode, I changed my mind to give myself and the drama some more chance and watched the 2nd episode. Anyway I still feel the same. Following is my original opinion without any edit. I reaffirm it without change.****

Brief opinion on some aspects:

Story: The plot is cliche, ordinary, guessable. The progress is very slow. Most part of the first ep is to give the background story - this background story has nothing new for the audience, just another same old kind of plot. The drama starts with the scene in the present before going back to tell the past story, so I kinda see how the story will become, not a difficult story to guess the storyline.

Character design: Simple and plain. The bad side is bad. The protagonist side is simply straightforward. There won't be the so-called character development in this story even though the time span is almost 10 years. The kids might grow up, be stronger and start to love each other, but it's just a straight-line walk. No interesting conflict. Just some revenge.

Acting: I like both actress and actor who play the main characters, but they can't make me feel along the characters with their acting esp. Ji Soo - this isn't the best version of the character he plays. The mother role that Kim So Hyun plays isn't portrayed that well either. She may be too young for that role.

Scene: For the CG part - it's not the best CG though acceptable. The shooting location in the nature is refreshing for a nature lover like me.

Music: Just so-so. Not much comment. It's not bad to be noticeable.

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Edited 1:
There're some fusses both on the comment sections of my review and of the drama itself over why some people already gave their review with the score only after 1 ep. Below is the reason on my part that I replied to one of those comments:-

I gave a review b/c this already a finished project for me. I drop it. It is done. I want to take a note to remind myself why I drop it and how much I (don't) prefer it - that's how the review comes.

In my opinion, the way Mydramalist designs the type of data to collect is quite good now, like scores from those who complete and drop the dramas. In the future when there's enough data accumulated to analyze deeper, they will surely categorize and show the result in more scrutinizing way. Just that people have to input data as detailed as possible for that to happen. You wouldn't feel much grumpy about the reviews from those who drop the drama if you understand data science.

Below I leave a link to another opinion about the way to collect data on the site and how to make use of them in case you're interested:
https://mydramalist.com/discussions/suggestions/28529-make-impossible-to-rate-uncompleted-dramas?pid=962745&page=6#p962745

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Interesting link about dropping a drama:
https://mydramalist.com/article/dropping-asian-dramas-is-ok-054182455

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Dear lord, I hope it improves

Review after first episode: Okay, started this with lots of hope because of the genre, but I guess I’ve watched far too many ones which have set the bar really high that this intro failed to impress me. All the stupid decisions that Kim Hyun Soo takes would be believable if the victim was written better. Within the first few moments we are forced to see her influence on the ML and it somehow doesn’t click. From not giving him the time of her day to romantically running away instead of paying for their ice creams in the middle of a dark empty road was funny and not for the reasons they intend it to, if at all. The rest of the episode works on KSH’s remarkable acting skills, he really makes you feel for him even if you find that the seriousness which should have been there is missing in the drama, There’s too much of forcing the viewers to see the characters as someone rather than actually showing us. Anyway, it’s a fast paced enough intro. I’m hoping that it improves with the next set of episodes.

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Cute Baby Bangs!

I've look at this review section for so long... Deep thinking of how to start.. Because there's so many to talk about!!

Simplest synopsis:
Kim was brokenhearted by his ex-girlfriend and also stressed due to his relationship with his mother, making him decide to stay at one of his friend/senior. Like a destiny, he gets to met his first love, Nubdao. But he is not brave enough to introduce himself as Nubdao's junior due to past issues ( not yet disclosed in the ep). While Nubdau is currently working with his bestfriend, Tankhun which has now develop crush for NubDao...
LOVE TRIANGLE???? very interesting hihihiii..

Okay, let's start with the storyline. I really enjoy how the director and the scriptwriters build the scene of this series. It felt fresh and interesting. This series is not adapted from any novels/manga. That's already refreshing to hear. I look forward on how the story will build through the series.

Now to the actors and actress. Bright as Kim really make me speechless. He is just projecting his aura to us, captivating I will say. And Kim with mushroom hairstyle, is too cute!!!!!! And Davika is just so pretty!! Even I'm as a girl already felt attracted to her beauty. Her acting with Bright and other actors also felt natural. The chemistry between Davika, Bright and Off, definitely is blooming. And yes, we will get to see Off being heartbroken in this series. As fan of Third in 'Theory of Love', I think I will feel content when I get to see Off heartbroken (Off as Kai in 'Theory of Love'. .

This series also have an amazing music score!

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A very familiar plot but FL is severely lacking charisma and moral fortitude.

I mostly watch historical these days, usually Chinese. There are a lot of them so I feel like I'm spoiled of choices. In comparison sageuks are hard to come by so I try to watch the first few episodes of majority of them and find a gem that's worth watching through the end. Let's just say that in terms of passing my standard, I only end up watching completely at most two or rarely three in a year.

I really thought this was worth my time and fill my sageuk quota until I saw the FL's action in the second episode. I like ambiguous leads but I expect them to have at least have a proper reasoning for their actions. I though it was not enough for me to see FL suddenly taking the decision to join with the antagonists just so she saves her inheritance from debt. I know she look like she is not fully aware of the magnitude and criticality of the situation but she should at least have an inkling of the behind the scenes conspiracy of the royal court. Watching herself sell her services out to help the bad actors search the prince left a bad taste in my mouth and her flimsy excuse and reason for doing this isn't good enough for me. Drop at episode 2, I may pick up this later depending on my mood and how the story goes.

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A fantasy drama like no other, must watch!

Really loving this fantasy drama, a story between the young immortal gods, both main leads are still naively young but Ayin is smarter. It doesn't start with some romance but it'll progress how the main leads had to work and support each other inorder to release them from master/servant contract bestowed towards them. And of course both are not happy about the situation but this is where their destiny with fun and adventure begins.

The first 4 episodes is about Ayin meeting Gu Yin for the first time and already this is hilarious with Gu Yin accidentally killing the 2nd phoenix before even meeting her ; then later he found a water beast egg that a part of Feng Yin scattered soul went inside the egg .... I love how A Yin despite being only a water beast she actually plays an important part of Gu Yin's development of his power. Gu Yin is too naive and makes you wanna smack him for his gullibility. While Ayin got a good heart to heal others as well as too smart with a good for his own good, she could tell from what is bad and good. There are already some signs of feelings development after Ep5 and it seems Ayin fall for him first and Gu Yin despite showing signs of emotions may not realize it so soon.. With the first 8 episodes you can watch now in Wetv, the story is already captivating with interesting story lines between the Yin, a diligent Shuining Beast, and Gu Jin, son of the true God whose magic power was sealed . How they will overcome their predicament will show in each episodes with how things are developing and it'll get more interesting! just can't wait to see more of the episodes!

As for the main leads, ZhaoLusi truly delivers a brilliant acting in her role here as a smart and innocent water beast, Ayin with her original cute voice; then changes to Feng Ayin for a more matured demeanor character worthy of a princess... Wang Anyu also suits well in his role as the naive and powerless immortal god, it seems he really portrayed his acting well when you just hated this guy for being lazy, naive and happy go lucky LOL he did well i think ... i hope he wakes up and realize his true feeling towards Ayin soon....

As for the CGI I do believe that it was brilliant and amazingly well done, the back drop and scenery is quite vivid and colorful depicting the three realms; luv the heavenly setting the most of course but also having light cgi is good not because of low budget but sometimes simplicity is best, like the one in the death realm with only purple flowers and darkness around nothing to exagerate about after all this is xianxia.

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LAUGH, LOVE, LIVE… YOUR LIFE!

Yeah, just one episode so far but loving it already! Great cast and surprisingly not the typical Rom-Com happily ever after that everyone is used to or likes. Of course, I’m a hopeless romantic myself but I like the more “realistic, this is life” it’s portraying so far. Maybe because I’m also in my forties, I can relate to some things, ha! Best friends, despite their different ways of living, still supportive and caring of each other no matter what. Chance encounters, awkward attractions and sweet surprises, it’s all part of life, isn’t it? Can’t wait to see how the other 11 episodes will be played out, especially with that opening narrative.

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Perfect Example of The Wrong Director/Producer in charge.

I admit I am disappointed. And this review will be long, because my brain is wired that way.

First off. I am an actual Sado Tachi. and while I was reading the Novel I loved Kamol.

Let me explain why; I loved the details in the novel, the way the author describes the "Unforgettable night" is akin to having either experienced it, or having watched other Sado's at work. I loved the part qhere Kamol makes five times sure that Kim knows what he is getting himself into. giving him multiple chances to back out. it was like reading art. and Yes, it gave me idéas.

Even if the story faultered in some places. I hold Kamol high as he is my number one favorite character in Thai Y'novels. Kamol in the novel is an insatiable, EXPERT experienced Sado. and he does not go soft on his Subs. you would have to be an absolute Maso to handle his vices.

-> Thus enter Kim. brilliant portrayal of a true Maso who knows what he wants and isn't afraid to ask for more of it.

Now... The first episode... ... ... Too many Rookie Mistakes made for me to akin Novel Kamol with the TV-Kamol in any way shape or form.

Now, I won't list them but the one thing that irked me off so bad was that an experienced SaDom, as Novel Kamol is described to be, one akin myself who's been playing the game since 19. Would NEVER tie in the bondage the way that ?Kamol did... It's a ROOKIES mistake, and it's potentially a safety issue for your Maso... Because a 2kg ikea Nightstand will not withstand the force of someone who's body is in spasm from the pain being struck on the back with a Cato'9. that little tickler wasn't even a good quality one either...

Now that's not on Yoon, that is on the sloppy work and instructions from the director. who clearly hasn't researched anything. nor did he care enough how it would look....

The work is hasty, blurry and poorly edited, and I still can't understand for the life of me how that episode made the cut and got out in the final work. it's like they didn't even care to make it professional OR even remotely BDSM accurate...

I am disappointed to say the least. but that's what you get from a Conglomerate and a Minor Entertainment comoany.... You get a rookie crew who simply focuses on scheduled time to shoot over actually making good quality scenes. clearly some of the scenes in the first episode. especially the "Unforgettable Night" that they shared. needed a reshoot and should have never made it past the cutting board if you ask me.... It's laughable for someone who even had the slightest clue about BDSM.

it's a spit in the face of Novel Kamol too. But I DON'T blame Yoon for it. the audience of Youtube will take it for what it is.... but Anyone remotely versed in BDSM will saw this series down, and Gagas will laugh it to null... Because most of us KNOW what true bdsm is. And we know the good quality that it can be made into.

Besides. with the all the plot changes made in the TV-Version of KinnPorsche we now have The fact that Pete is no longer a Victim to Vegas brutal hand... but in the TV series he has been made into a WILLING Pet who EVEN made the first move.... That means TV- KamolKim already look pathetically Pale in comparison to that scene with TV-VegasPete in episode 12. and it's a Shame...

Since I really hold Novel Kamol up as number ONE on my list of favorite SaDoms in Thai BL-novels and Let me tell you right now the Novel Monster that is Vegas isn't even on that list.....
- Such a Shame... I'm not even sure how to or if I even want to proceed with the next episode...
I'm already too damn disappointed in the production company for letting that trainwreck of a scene pass to final cut on the cut and editing board.

Way to kill the excitement and expectations that I had for the show. as I would finally get to see my beloved Kamol in a live action....

Again, Yoon did well as Kamol in other aspects of the first episode.. and props to the new guy who plays Kim.. Who's name I will have to learn for making the unfounded misery of a inesided crush look as pathetic as it is.

- But as far as that Scene that was supposed to Hook us to Kim in the same way Kamol did. it failed .. it wasn't even close to hitting a homerum... it was so far off to the side that the baseball hit the left hand corner behind the pitch... and it makes me sad. I really had high hopes. But such rookie mistakes. they are unforgivable. not unforgettable.

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非常不错的电视剧

发现这部不错的剧，在 lalatv 上目前已经看了 7 集， 男主的扮演者张哲瀚好帅啊，真是养眼，女主也很可爱，男主的演技也很不错嘛，剧情轻松有趣，作为下班后休闲煲剧真的是再好不过的选择，主题曲也挺好听，男女主相处好可爱，男主真是个嘴硬心软的大暖男。女主的妈妈目前看起来显得有点无情，不知道后续会不会有什么反转，男二那边是什么豪门争产的剧情吗，感觉不太喜欢这条故事线，还是喜欢看男女主轻松愉快的谈恋爱 ，不知道男女主的感情什么时候才会有进展，目前都还是打打闹闹的欢喜冤家，想看他们甜起来，总而言之追剧愉快呀

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I can go back to watch Ten Thousands Miles of Preach Blossom over and over again because of excellent story, acting, plots, music, scenes, etc.

After watching a few episodes, I was bored. And I got to the Ep10 - 12, it seemed to be a remade of Ten Thousands miles of preach blossom. This reminded me of the Star Wars 1,2,3 that was remade of StarWars original trilogy.

Honestly, I like Damulrat but in this drama, she is terrible. In her past few drama, I don't think she is a good actress. This role does not suit her at all. She did better in Ten Thousand Miles of Preach Blossom.

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I have so far really liked this show. It's funny and sweet. I love the male lead (he was the lead in The Fox's Summer). He always plays a serious eccentric person and I love it. In this show he is just as serious about being a surgeon as anyone can be. He brings a lot of depth and character to the show. The female lead is quirky, funny and cute. I love her love of life attitude and her boldness as trying to get Lin Mo Bai to fall in love with her. She has no limits and is certainly a breath of fresh air.
The point of the story is that Lin Mo Bai was in a serious expedition accident. When he is rescued thanks to his highly intelligent genius scientific dad he was technically in medical terms dead. But his dad gives him a chip and now his brain is completely running on Artificial Intelligence.
The story up to where i have watched is bascially LIn Mo Bai dealing with the fact that he is a robot.
Because I am learning Chinese and watching the show in English Subtitles I would certainly watch it again.
this is way better than the last show i just watched.

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I love Zhang Binbin but this drama is not for me. The FL makes me cringe...

I came to love Zhang Binbin through Song of the Moon which this was the drama I just finished watching and I love his acting in that drama (Song of the Moon), so I thought I might give this drama "A romance of the little forest" a go because Zhang Binbin is in this one too.

To be honest, I really tried to give this drama a chance. I stopped and get back into it and stopped again and got back into it, but it just didn't have that same magnetic pull that I felt when I watched Song of the Moon.

I mean I am into romance genres and an online friend recommended this drama to me saying it is similar to You are my Glory, while I do see the similarities but I cannot stand the Female Lead in this drama...

The Female lead Yu Mei Ren (played by Esther) is too much an off-putting for me.... She is so superficial and exaggerates that made me facepalm when she's on the screen... Like I really just want her to be herself and let him see the real her. The real and honest her...

The way how she acts "cute" in front of him is not cute to me but instead, that just makes it off putting...

Honestly, while a pairing chemistry is subjective from people to people on how they feel about the pairing, but for me, from the episodes I've seen I don't see the chemistry between them. It just felt awkward to me and I didn't like that she lied to her parents and said that Zhuang Yu(played by Zhang Binbin) is her boyfriend when they are not... and their parents is too annoying too with how they tried to pry into someone privacy even when it was just a guess that the mother thought Zhaung Yu is their daughter "boyfriend" when he is not yet....

Anyways I don't think I will continue it..I want to write a review about my honest opinions. Such a shame because I thought I might like this one also.... I keep putting it on hold so I know this drama isn't the one for me... Oh well..... Time to watch some other dramas that is worth my time.

Once again I love Zhang Binbin but Esther role in her character is really off putting for me so can't stick to it... It is to the point that made me cringe at her character (omg)

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