2020 ♡

13.01.20: Live is the kind of a drama that takes a few episodes to get into, but once you do, there is no way out. All characters are lovable, Yang Chon and Jang Min's love made me fall for their love, Sang Soo and Yang Chon's partnership was rough, lovable and full of lessons, Sung Dong Il's Ki Han Sol shone, and the Patrol Division's team work was admirable.

20.01.2020: A mediocre drama in terms of plot and acting. The mystery around the time leaping and exaggerated tropes were fun to watch.

23.01.2020: Beautiful World does not carry a unique plot, rather it carries an utterly heartfelt and special execution. From the very beginning we are following Sun Ho's devastated parents, and throughout the story, we are feeling every bit of frustration that they are. The heart and soul of this story lies in the characters, and that is what makes this worth the watch. Some parts of the plot were rather slow, like the police investigations, and the ending felt a bit rushed.

27.01.2020: Kinou Nani Tabeta is like a hand warmer. If you want to feel warm, fuzzy and happy for 12 whole episodes, this is the drama for you. This drama has been so vulnerable and loving. With each episode, we have seen the leads grow and become comfortable with themselves, which in turn has made their relationship stronger. What an amazing addition to an otherwise small collection of LGBTQ+ works with wholesome representation.

27.01.2020: I had high hopes for this drama, and it actually started off very strong. However, it took a completely direction from what I had expected and several elements showed signs of weak writing and lack of logic.  A waste of Jo Yeo Jung and Kim Kang Woo, unfortunately.

30.01.2020: Just not good enough. Chocolate promised a solid melodrama, but gave us a disjointed makjang and love triangle. There were moments I cherished, like Kang and Joon opening up to each other, but they were not enough for me to give this drama a higher rating.

04.02.2019: Solid story, cast and acting. Sometimes it moved a tad bit slow,  but that wasn't necessarily a problem unless I was tired. Happy I decided to finish it.

06.02.2020: Black Dog was truly a dark horse. It started off slow, yet it was steady and full of substance. I'm not going to say there were not dull moments in the beginning, but because it was built into a strong drama depicting the harsh realities of adultness and working life, it was a 10/10 for me. Ha Neul ssaem was a gem of woman, so strong and full of fears, yet hopeful for the future. She never gave up, and achieved everything by believing in herself.

11.02.2020: Wow. Yi Mong is a genius historical drama. Depicting a real hero from Japan's colonial rule over Korea, Kim Won Bong is portrayed beautifully by Yoo Ji Tae. Most of the times heros are too good to be true, but because Kim Won Bong was a person who in the shadows while leading the Heroic Corps, his and his group's victories were so much more believable and full of ecstacy and pride. Lee Young Jin is my girl! She was effortlessly smart and eloquent, and an ode to the nameless female freedom fighters. A special shoutout to Hiroshi, Lee Hae Young did me proud <3 As well as Fukuda and Miki - Fukuda was an intellectual character, steadfast and strict in his beliefs, but flexible and open enough to see acknowledge the other side and eventually empathise with it.

16.02.2020: I watched this for Im Joo Hwan. The story is weak, and the romance is unrealistic and dragged out.

24.02.2020: This special didn't have an intricate plot, but it's a queer piece that explored the love between two step-brothers. For what it was, I actually really enjoyed it. I especially appreciated the usage of language to convey something that was frowned upon and described as forbidden, in addition to Sang Yoon's honesty. Shouldn't have ended the way it did, but it wasn't unexpected either.

01.03.2020: A cute little story, but nothing original.

10.03.2020: This was perfect for my melo-loving heart! It was refreshing to see a drama tackle unfaithfulness with characters who were so aware of what the consequences of their actions would be from the get-go. Love Affairs is a slow-burner, which is not a problem, but what was a problem was the pacing VS what was actually being delivered as for the story. I definitely think this could've been a shorter drama.  Not a waste of my time, however.

13.03.2020: Without Hyun Woo this drama would've been lost. I wish they had utilised Tae Pyung power for something good, like solving cases and helping people heal and come to terms with their losses. It was uexpected how much this focused of a serial killer chase. Disappointed.

16.03.2020: OOF. It got even better.

24.03.2020: A solid political drama. Its strengths lie in the found family and the lead's growth.

24.03.2020: This weekender is one I will remember for a long time. It had very few flaws, and was heartwarming until the end.

24.03.2020: Itaewon Class started off strong. I applaud the drama for tackling trans and black representation, as well as giving for our female lead to be wicked and still be likable. What brings down the rating is the unnecessary business rivalry and dragged out revenge plot.

12.04.2020: Shall We Kiss First is a lovely melodrama which specifically focuses on love between two mature leads who are lost, in their own ways. The drama shows that love is difficult, childish, and worth it, and that there is no age limit to it. Melo king, Kam Woo Sung, was amazing as always.

21.04.2020: Nobody Knows is a character-driven drama, and they are amazing. Young Jin and Eun Ho's relationship is one you cannot forget. The rating is low(ish) because we were promised more suspense than what was actually served.

21.04.2020: A comforting and warm watch. The ending was draggy.

28.04.2020: APOYM had a very strong start. It's slow and lingers in your brain, without being forgettable. The last few episodes, however, did not match the rest of the show. The episode cut made it hard to give this the rating it deserved based on the first half.

02.05.2020: Binge-worthy, but a little forgettable.

04.05.2020: Really enjoyed this. Suspensul, at times unpredictable and with a great ensemble.

16.05.2020: Apart from Sarawat, there is little positive to be said about this.

17.05.2020: Masterful drama that kept us all on the edge from start to finish. Kim Hee Ae's power! Unmatched.

21.05.2020: SOTUS started off in a very weird way. The concept of hazing was foreign to me, so there was a factor of complete culture shock and horror. I'm glad they actually talked about the topic, though. The leads' chemistry was amazing, and their love story was cute.

21.05.2020: BTS footage from the first season.

15.06.2020: This started off very strong, but the execution of the second half was lackluster. I can't really tell if it had room for improvement, either. The cast, love story and pining were the best bits.

30.06.2020: Kang Tae Wan. That's it.

25.07.2020: Mediocre.

02.08.2020: My Unfamiliar Family hit home in many areas. It was raw and vulnerable. The family structure was extremely realistic. Noone truly has a perfect family, and some families have more problems than others. But it is through, and beyond, the flaws that we find love and resilience. I loved Eun Joo to death! The rating is not higher because I didn't care for the leads' romance, and I was  entirely against how the parents' story concluded.

11.08.2020: I went into this drama with zero expectations, having put off starting it for several years because I was very attached to the first season. BUT what a pleasant surprise. Bad Guys 2 is action-packed, keeps you on the edge, and delivers just enough to appeal to your pathos. The thrill!

20.08.2020: A drama that masterfully tackled the topic of life and what it means to actually live it. I can say with conviction, that Dear My Friends is nothing short of a masterpiece, and that I'm very glad I decided to finish it.

21.10.2020: WIWTMB is a makjang gem! If you enjoy the craziness of this genre, it's a fun and wild journey to go on. Ji Soo and Im Soo Hyang's chemistry was through the roof (not saying I ssupported JS's crush). Ha Seok Jin's depiction of a disabled character was fab.

24.10.2020: Eh. Missing had interesting fantastical elements, and I liked the concept of missing people waiting somewhere between this world and the next before moving on completely, but it just lacked more suspense and speed.

26.10.2020: A fantastic and perfectly paced drama! This author really knows how to make a drama suspenseful. I also adored the leads.

30.11.2020: Hot Stove League was an amazing drama! I especially enjoyed the business side of it. It did leave me wanting more, though.