Cathy Nu

My opinions and critiques composed of episodes 1-4: The initial foundation of the drama was interesting; not unique in terms of time travel albeit different in terms of how they applied the concept and developed it further. From Episodes 1-2, I was captivated by the writers take on time travel. I cannot lie however, that it started off with a bit of a rocky start - i.e. certain nonsensical scenes. Due to the plot and my excitement for this drama however, I decided to hold out until episode 4. Episode 3 sadly did not improve. You get a glimpse of impending bad CGI and plot holes. I.e. If the CB could use CCTV without restraints, why didn’t they use it to ascertain the location of the brokers van. Episode 4 however, is when you as a viewer start to really ponder whether you should continue with the drama. I am honestly surprised that the ML’s are still alive and that the CB managed to let the ML’s escape every single time even though they had so many 'attackers'. Not to mention, how PSH’s hands were miraculously untied. These were the major scenes which made me dissatisfied with the drama. The bad use of CGI; was extremely noticeable and repetitious by Episode 4 to the extent that you wonder whether the scenes are supposed to be funny. In my opinion, if the audience is laughing at the CGI of a ‘serious’ scene, that’s when you know that the drama was directed badly because everything affects and sets the tone of the scene. Sure, the CGI content is less than the majority of the drama but the fact that the bad CGI's are used at vital scenes; it leaves a lasting impact on viewers. Some of the scenes and storyline also border on the verge of a comedic SCI-FI because the scenes are just so unbelievable and illogical i.e. the smokescreen, coke science, ML creating an app in the midst of a life endangering scene. Sure, it can be said that it is a drama so of course it’s unrealistic but truthfully speaking, and if I am being honest with myself, I cannot rate this drama highly thus far. Overall, so far, the ideas are there but not executed 100%. I hope that it was because of COVID that the drama was produced and directed like this. I am going to continue watching this drama until Episode 6 because I do give Movies and Shows a chance before I decide to drop it plus the acting so far is great considering the poor director-ship. Someone wrote that you should put aside your logic and shut off ur brain to continue watching this, and I completely agree with that if you decide to try watching the drama. :DD

An amazing and heart-warming, yet sad and heart-wrenching movie (Possible spoilers below***) This movie is based off the true life story of the pseudonym Nayoung. Although people may criticise the movie for profiting off the suffering of another, in my opinion, the movie went through great detail in expressing the long-term effects of such an ordeal. Moreover, it actually expressed the anger of the victim, the victim's family, and society at the lack of justice received, and highlighted South Korea's weak judicial system. It also highlighted the lack of victim support and the judicial systems mindlessness to the victims pain. The movie was not 'overly dramatic' such that it managed to portray the real sufferings endured by the victim(s) and the process of the victim's recovery (which was really beautiful i teared up because of what her father did for her and even the psychiatrist!!). The way that it was directed kept me numb with heartache for the victim and family, yet also warmed by the generosity of the community. Personally, I found that the emphasis on the long-term effects of the ordeal on the victim and family was the most important aspect of the movie. By stressing the long-term effects throughout the movie, the director, producer etc expressed and imparted onto viewers a message of hope for change in the judicial system. This was particularly seen in the final hearing whereby various characters in court spoke out to express discontentment at the verdict. In reality, this would not have occurred/ would be prevented due to court etiquette. By producing this scene, the directors were placing into the minds of viewers a question of thought as to whether justice was received and whether a mitigated sentence for rape should be deduced due to alcoholism/alcohol induced mental impairment. Overall a really emotional and beautiful movie. I was really moved by the generosity of the community and this actually occurred in reality which is amazing.

Wow! Finally finished this drama after 20 episodes and i must say that to anyone wondering whether this drama is worth watching, do yourself a favour and just watch it. A lot of dramas i watch, i tend to drop it when it is close to finishing because it doesn't keep me on the edge of the seat to keep wanting to watch it. However, this drama has so much suspense but at the same time is balanced with the humour added, making the drama seem quite realistic, relatable and not tooo dramatic. I must congratulate the producer, director, writer, costumers, and everyone who participated in this drama because the filming, cuts etc. were truly well done and not a scene was boring. I loved how they played the music at exactly the right moment, it definitely played with my emotions :D This is definitely not a cliche! This drama, although it focuses on the pressures of school, and getting into university, it has been executed in such a different and sophisticated way. This had me on an emotional high HAHAHA crying one moment, laughing the other and feeling anxious for the kids because it was so relatable. Throughout the drama i was left shocked at the surprising scenes as well! Also, the introduction of new characters throughout the first half of it was very well planned! I was so amazed by what a huge role Hye Na ended up playing. The ending didn't leave any gaps unfilled and covered every single characters' ending in a very unique way. I love how they especially ended Hye Na's character, Yeh Suh's and Kim Yoo Jung's. Also, how they introduced the new family at the end was very unforseen but made the ending more symbolic, meaningful, and rids of any feelings of cheesiness because you can see that their showing that it isn't the end but a continuous cycle. I congratulate the whole crew and cast!! The acting was absolutely spot on!!! This is a drama i will definitely rewatch now, and in the future :) I will truly miss this drama!