So. I decided to be more active here, and because I wanted my series to be continuous, I hereby bring to you a post that has been due since ages ago. Be ready for the onslaught of year end reflections that should have been posted in the past years… ^^
As per usual, 2 different ratings, first is how much I liked it without regard to quality of plot, and the second is whether I would recommend it. Both are out of 10, with 10 being the most, and 1 being the least. I know these shows are quite old, so these are based on my memory, and I would re-watch a few scenes if I don’t remember. Although some, I do re-watch the whole series when I have nothing on my plate~
KBS2
Mon & Tues 21.55
Prime Minister & I (7/10, 7/10)
Warms up the dreary winter, perfect for the Christmas Season~
Trot Lovers (4/10, 5/10)
I enjoyed it initially, but didn’t like it as it progressed. By midway, it was quite boring. I remember enjoying the songs.
Discovery of Love (6/10, 7/10)
A meeting of the exes who did not part on good terms. Enjoyed it, but quite forgettable. Has light and angst-y moments… as do all romantic comedies. But this has Eric. So, err, win…??
Nae Il’s Cantabile (5/10, 6/10)
This was okay, but comparing to the original Japanese version, this was too pretty and white, like seriously, so bright, not quite like the source material. I LOVED the original to bits.
Healer (9/10, 8/10)
Excellent, really loved it when it was airing, thrilling and compelling plot. But after several re-watches by 2016, found the ending to be a little anti-climatic.
Wed & Thurs 21.55
Inspiring Generation (6/10, 7/10)
At the time of airing, this was quite entertaining and interesting. I was sad when Kim Jae Wook left midway, but this does have Yoon Hyun Min and Song Jae Rim… I’m not sure if you would watch this now though, what with Kim Hyun Joong and his private life.
Golden Cross (6/10, 7/10)
One man against the ultimate bad organisation. Compelling story but sometimes a little eyebrow raising. Like seriously, without any plastic surgery, you’re trying to pull off the whole I-just-look-really-similar-to-him…
Joseon Gunman (7/10, 8/10)
Captivating story. I remember this being beautiful, both people and scenery.
Fri 20.55
High School – Love On (7/10, 7/10)
A high school romance with some supernatural elements. Cheerful with some angst-y parts, although some complain about the age gap between the main actress and actors. So…??
Sat & Sun 19.55
Wang’s Family (7/10, 6/10)
So much screeching and complaining as expected of a family drama with 50 episodes and with so many ladies in a family.
What Happens to My Family? (7/10, 8/10)
Also a family drama. But I enjoyed this way more than Wang’s Family. This has more heart and not as much screeching. Tugs on your heartstrings.
SBS
Mon & Tues 21.55.
One Warm Word (5/10, 7/10)
I actually have no idea why I watched this show, I don’t do affairs. But, definitely for those who enjoys contemplative shows. Explores family dynamics on both sides after the affair was found out.
God’s Gift – 14 Days (5/10, 7/10)
Intriguing premise, nerve wrecking, ending made no sense whatsoever. Or maybe, only I disliked the ending.
Doctor Stranger (6/10, 4/10)
Enjoyed the first 2 episodes. Then it all went down the drain. Although the entertainment value is still quite high…
Punch (8/10, 8/10)
Excellent show from start to end. A political show with hints of romance, more on familial love and the daughter was just awesome.
Wed & Thurs 21.55
You Who Came From The Stars (6/10, 7/10)
It was okay. Jeon Ji Hyeon was awesome. I thought it was over-hyped though.
3 Days (6/10, 8/10)
I liked it reasonably well, 3 days stretched over 16 episodes could be quite nerve wrecking. Again, not so sure if you would watch it now, what with Park Yoo Chun and his private life.
You’re All Surrounded (6/10, 6/10)
I was entertained, but thought it faltered midway through.
It’s Okay, It’s Love (7/10, 8/10)
Charmingly insightful. This was engaging from start to end. Some may not like it though.
Pinocchio (7/10, 7/10)
One of the better shows for the year. A delight to watch, especially with the solid plot and excellent chemistry between the leads.
Sat & Sun 20.45
Passionate Love (6/10, 5/10)
I remember being entertained in the beginning, but then it got quite makjang.
Glorious Day (8/10, 7/10)
One of my favourites of the year. Was just re-watching the whole thing again last night. Two families forced to live next to one another, and dramas ensues.
Sat & Sun 21.50
The Woman Who Married Three Times (6/10, 5/10)
I thought this was quite long for plot lines that kept happening in different ways.
Birth of a Beauty (6/10, 6/10)
Comedy with poignant moments.
MBC
Mon & Tues 21.55
Empress Ki (7/10, 8/10)
Exciting with engaging casts, but this is 51 episodes, so need time commitment.
Triangle (5/10, 5/10)
This was quite mundane. I didn’t like it. I think it was supposed to be the next Giant, but alas, it failed.
The Night Watchman (4/10, 4/10)
This was even more boring than the one above, I had to plow through painfully.
Pride and Prejudice (6/10, 7/10)
Loved it in the beginning, but started to drag midway through. Could have a tighter plot, entertaining enough though.
Wed & Thurs 21.55
Cunning Single Lady (7/10, 6/10)
Romantic comedy that was charming and engaging. Overused plot lines but executed nicely. Was just re-watching this too awhile back.
A New Leaf (7/10, 8/10)
Captivating legal drama. Solid plot and engaging cast.
Mon – Fri 20.50
King’s Daughter, Soo Baek Hyang (8/10, 8/10)
Enjoyed the rare daily show that I attempted. Short episodes, easy to swallow. Entertaining story line and excellent cast and chemistry.
Sat & Sun 20.40
A Little Love Never Hurts (6/10, 6/10)
Pleasantly entertaining. Quite long though.
Sat & Sun 21.45
Gold Rainbow (5/10, 5/10)
Quite makjang. Swallow-able but can be skipped.
Hotel King (6/10, 5/10)
It was okay. The makjang elements were painful. Proceed very very carefully. The only thing I took away was that Lee Dong Wook is still very handsome.
Legendary Witches (7/10, 6/10)
Slow and steady. A pleasant watch for me.
tvN
Mon & Tues 23.00
I Need Romance 3 (6/10, 7/10)
The first in the series for me. Noona-dongseng romantic comedy set in a home shopping network. Enjoyable.
Witch’s Romance (6/10, 7/10)
Remake of the 2009 Taiwanese drama My Queen. I remembered that I enjoyed this more, maybe because of Park Seo Joon..?
My Secret Hotel (5/10, 6/10)
Romantic comedy with a quirky and spooky premise. Started off well, but faltered midway through. I remembered liking Yoo In Na’s work clothes though.
Thurs 23.00
Let’s Eat (7/10, 8/10)
Don’t watch late at night, could be forced to look for food. Really entertaining and charming.
Fri & Sat 23.00
Emergency Couple (6/10, 6/10)
Entertaining but forgettable, cast was engaging.
Fri & Sat 20.40
Marriage Not Dating (6/10, 7/10)
The plot and characters well written, there was movement and growth. Definitely recommended if in need of a good rom-com that gives all the feels.
Sun 21.00
The Three Musketeers (7/10, 6/10)
Loved this delightful show. Short series, easy to digest.
TV Chosun
Fri & Sat 23.00
Bride of the Century (6/10, 6/10)
Engaging cast and entertaining plot in the otherwise predictable and overused plot.
OCN
Sun 23.00
God’s Quiz 4 (6/10, 7/10)
Continuation of one of my favourite series. But, I remembered not being quite excited for this season…
Sat 23.00
Bad Guys (8/10, 9/10)
One of the best shows of the year. Alluring and thrilling.
JTBC
Mon & Tues 21.50
Can We Love (5/10, 7/10)
I found it a little mundane, but may be a contemplative one for others.
List of dramas found here.
And that is it for 2014. On to 2015 and more.
I find myself quite weird. Some dramas I don’t mind the length, even though it is slow and steady, some I dread the length, even if it is a short-ish drama… I am so weird. =.=
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