Coffee House (2010)

This drama is one that you either love or hate, with little room in the middle. I, for one loved it. For me, this is one of the most original dramas that I have seen, yet it utilizes the same plot vechiles common in other dramas.In an effort of full disclosure,I would freely admit that the plot is not that tight and there are writing gaps. Whilst the story is coherent, it does lose some of its fervour in the middle. Like most asian dramas, its pacing slightly uneven. With all that said, I loved this drama. It moved away from the run of the mill and tried something slightly different. I am a person that loves the classic set up , so for me to love this they had to have something right. The major strenght of this drama, is the exceptional characters and the cast that portray them . The characters are original is their development, but are quirky and all round lovable. So much so that,you feel this weird sort of attachment to them.I am a big Kang Ji Hwan fan, that that was an added benefit.Admitted I have never seen much of Park Shi Yeon, except in My Girl, but here she is a relevation, so much so that she became my favourite character.That is the bottomline with this drama, if you love the characters you will love it, if not then you won't.Recommended for atleast a watch, I promise you won't regret it!1

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I didn't really want to take note of this drama but it seemed unfair of me to not put my thoughts into it since I did waste 16 hours on it.

Why do I say waste? Because the story line was pretty annoying. I don't know what the writers were thinking when they started brewing up the plot. It had a weak start and a weak ending. The main character was a superb actor, we all know that but the story didn't give justice to his acting skills at all.

Though I would have to admit that there were times where I laughed my ass out to some scenes but that wasn't enough for me to go on rambling and recommending the drama. It will only be a waste of time. So I'm posting it to say that this is one of those drama's which people should avoid watching. Even the music did not give color to the loose story line.

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This drama was a breath of fresh air and I was sad to see it end. The acting was marvelous, from both the leads and supporting actors, and I eventually got attached to them. The characters made this drama standout and much more vibrant to watch. The plot is interesting, but at times I felt the plot was a bit iffy and as it was nearing its end, it got draggy. Also, there was too much focus on the main characters. Well, of course shows focuses on the main characters, right? Coffee House had great supporting characters and made them shine at the beginning, but they just faded into the background as the drama was getting to its closure. Despite its setbacks, the show did have a wonderful soundtrack and tells a unpredictable and engaging story with brilliant characters.

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I loved this drama to death! What made this drama for me was the amazing chemistry between Kang Ji Hwan and Park Si Yeon . It was was sizzling! It's been years and I still think about it and I find myself always comparing chemistry to theirs when I'm watching a drama. Also, their characters were incredible. especially Park Si Yeon's. Eun Young is one of the most interesting female character I've even seen. She's funny and smart and I've never seen a character quite like her in another korean drama. Jin Soo's is also just as funny and interesting. Both actors made their character came alive.

That being said, it has flaws. The plot had holes in it, especially when it came to the time jump torward the middle of the drama. Also, Eun Young's acting wasn't bad but felt a little flat at times. However, I still give this drama a 10/10 because it's strengths outweigh its weaknesses in my opinion.

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I have to say that this drama was one of the biggest disappointments ever. The first episodes are hilarious in all ways. The actors are great and I really felt that "Yes! This might be one of my new favorite dramas" - then something happened. Almost all of the characters randomly starts to change personality out of no particular reason.

Happenings that in the beginning of the drama was really important is later on forgotten without an explanation.

Maybe it was such a big disappointment because of the wonderful beginning.

I won't write: "Don't give it a try". But don't have too high expectations.

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First off I know many people who either loved this drama to death or couldn't understand why anyone would love this drama.

In my opinion, I loved this drama very much when I was watching.

I'll say that the story wasn't that great, but it was different in a way where it was only until the very last few minutes did we truely know who the main ship was. (and might I add, the ship wars were crazy!)

Acting was great and solid, chemistry was sizzling!

The only thing I didnt really enjoy was that there were some parts where it got slow and draggy near the middle but definately worth it!

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I was just getting off my high of Wish upon a Star when I stumbled onto this drama. I had only breifly seen the main lead in a few clips from Hong Gil Dong or one of the period dramas because my friend was watching it, I knew Eun Jung was from T-Ara and Park Shiyeon, well she was the b!tchy girl from My Girl. I was set not to like it because 1. I hated Park Shiyeon in My girl and 2. She dated Eric Mun from Shinhwa. LOL I know, horrible reason to dislike her.

So as I'm watching the drama I can't help but LOVE her. She has really learned a lot from her My Girl days. The whole cast was phenomenal. The story line got a little odd and the plotholes got a little loose but I think the quirky moments and great chemistry between the main leads made up for it. I think this was the most underrated drama for 2010. A lot of people complained about the ending, but don't listen to them! LOL. The ending was great! I can't post any spoilers but boy do I want to spaz crazily about it!

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There is still a chance of liking this drama without liking park si yeon, if you like dramas with thought and insight.

From a traditional and first person point of view from the female protagonist, this is not a drama one would enjoy watching just for the fun of it, because of the plot's break of norm. Since I identify with the female protagonist, played by eun jung, this is not an idealistic way of ending. But it's also this ending that makes it more like a real life situation. It makes me think that if I were her and I got that close with someone I admire, it's still lucky for me. Things won't work as you wish in real life. And the Sunsaengnim character is indeed inspiring from retrospect. These are my reasons to change my rating from 6 to 8. In a country where viewership is valued the most, this is a drama with more depth to the plot and not a focus on doing unrealistic scenes that viewers would enjoy. Which man would choose eun jung in real life over park si yeon anyways??? A sad fact but true....

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Finally done with the show and it was a great experience . It started flat out funny ,grew a heart in the middle if it all and ended as a solid romance drama!
Kang Ji Hwan as Jin Soo and Ham Eun Jung as Seung Yeon were the standouts with excellent support from Park Si Yeon as the long suffering/suffered publishing Company president !

Many unconventional characters and I feel many aspects of their characters seem drawn out from real life.

I was prepared for the final pairing from the comments and frankly,the same felt a right kind of a pairing.

Superb Soundtrack-the songs are on repeat mode -which elevated the show's impact and the show would not have been so good without them ,excellent writing throughout,and solid direction are the highlights too.

A show that teaches up a lot on real life truths,facing your demons and that many externally happy people could be quite broken internally..

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