Go Back Couple

Go Back Couple

I have to be honest, I am always reluctant to watch throwback k-dramas. If a drama is set in the 90's or so, I don't usually watch it because I miss out on that sense of nostalgia. The music, references, point of view etc make me feel less attached to the drama. However, heavy hitter Jang Na-Ra always keeps me on my toes, so I felt I owed it her to watch it. Boy am I glad I stuck to instincts. 

This drama is AMAZING. We are shown the angst and frustration of a couple who have lost their spark and connection to each other. As they finalize their divorce they are sucked into the past, where their love first started to bloom.and maturity to those who are important to her. 

Jang Na-Ra portrays an innocent housewife who is broken by the isolation in her marriage. As she navigates the young woman she once was, she shows immense compassion, love

I was also really happy to Son Ho Joon play a lead. He's been my lowkey crush ever since I saw him on an episode of "Three Meals a Day". He plays the character of earnest Choi Ban Do. Despite how sincere and hardworking Choi Ban Do is, he seems to fall short of his desired outcomes. Son Ho Joon performance was everything I could hope for, and I hope to see him in other leading roles in the near future. 

The second male lead, Jung Nam-Gil, was enough to give Second Lead Syndrom (SLS). This character seemed cold and aloof, but he was so sweet and tenderhearted. His performance was heartfelt and I hope to see Chang Ki Yong in other roles as well. 

The rest of cast was hilarious. I loved the depth of their individual stories and the illustration of their development and growth. 

I would definitely recommend to anyone who ready for a sweet tearjerker, be prepared to love on your mom!

While You Were Sleeping (2017) Review

While You Were Sleeping

I was not prepared to love this drama. When I read the comment sections there were constant references to "W" and "Uncontrollably Fond", and I didn't want to watch another heartbreaking drama. However, the drama rut that has been the theme of my viewing life this year, so I had no other options. I reluctantly committed to going through the tears and snot, just to enjoy a good drama. 

Within the first 2 minutes, I knew the next 16 hours would be dedicated to sitting in front of my computer. This drama is freaking magical. There are seamless flashbacks, it's wonderfully produced, incredible acting, an amazing soundtrack, and great writing. This drama was everything I could ever want. 

Hong Joo, played by Suzy is a typical spunky female lead. She has a pesky gift of having nightmares that manifest into reality. At times she attempts to alter these trajections, but more often times than not, the foreshadowing comes to pass. Jae Chan played by Lee Jong-Suk plays an adorkable prosecutor who also has dreams that turn into reality. These two team up together and try to circumvent the dangers that could possibly happen to them and their loved ones.

Playing Lee Yoo-Boem, the villainous lawyer, is my absolute crush, Lee Sang-Yeob! I love this actor so much! It was nice to see him playing a darker role, made me want to kill him, but still an enjoyable performance.

This drama is first and foremost hilarious. Suzy and Lee Jong-Suk have incredible chemistry, and I was always entertained by their witty lines. There are heart-wrenching moments, but the ending is just so satisfying that it makes up for the permanent cracks in my heart.




I would definitely recommend this drama to anyone who loves a good romantic, supernatural, thriller. 

The Package

The Package

I dove into this drama head first because my love CNBlue's Jung Yong Hwa was the lead. Like all of his projects, I was left completely satisfied.

 I got sucked in by the crazy range of Korean tourist taking their first adventure into France. This eclectic band of people made me laugh, cry and swoon. Not only are the tourist going through their own life metamorphosis, so is their tour guide. Yoon So So played by the beautiful Lee Yeon-Hee.  Yoon So So is sophisticated and charming as she leads her group to various locations. I loved her blunt, slightly scammy shenanigans. 

San Maru, played by Jung Yong Hwa is the heart and soul of this drama. This character is quirky, awkward and completely melts the heart. San Maru's journey to Paris is laced with sadness given that he was supposed to be on vacation with his girlfriend, who chose to work instead. He finds himself trying to balance his increasingly volatile work situation while on his dream vacation. His strange behavior and odd insights had me rolling with laughter and tears. This character is endearing, and I can't imagine another actor who could've executed this role with the amount of tenderness Jung Yong Hwa did. 

The chemistry between the two leads was palpable and we were rewarded with quite a grown, and steamy kiss. 

The rest of the cast was brilliant. The performances given were heartbreaking and gut-busting. Each backstory revealed how different, superficial first impressions are in comparison to the real story beneath initial impressions.

I definitely recommend this drama to anyone who likes a substantive rom-com. It leaves quite an impression.