My ID is Gangnam Beauty. I went into it because I was intrigued on a story about a girl who decided to have plastic surgery to make herself pretty before heading into college. In college hoping for a fresh start she was dismayed to find out that someone who used to go to her school are also in the same course.
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Review?
It was pretty good tbh. It tried to get into the Me Too movement but not really getting into it. We only got a shallow depth of it disappointingly which makes the series; instead of a powerful moving story, turns into a pink puff piece which kinda reprimands guys on how they treat women and how women treat themselves.
Storywise/Did it stumble and fall?
It never really gets off high to fall mightily. I guess it was ok. A meh for me. I was having problem finishing it because the leads does nothing for me. The high point of the dramas is everyone but the lead. I love the depiction of college life and friendships.
Romancewise?
The leads are very sweet in a 2 puppies fall in love sorta way. No passion or chemistry that stands out for me.
Acting wise?
Maybe it was the direction, not sure since I haven't seen the leads in other series before but they irritate me with their bland expressions. The girl always have this stupid surprised look on her face while the boy have this look like he just woke up from a nap.
BOYFRIEND LEVEL:
4 /10 . No chemistry for the feel and he acted possessive for no rhyme and reason from day 1. A bit of a jerk sometimes to the people around her too. I would have run on the opposite direction. Just throw in some points there for some handsomeness and loyalty.
HEROINE AWESOMENESS:
5/10 . She is not considered as a strong character right from the start and the self esteem issue is maddening but understandable. But she can have strong resolve when the occasion calls for it and she comes into her own towards the end in her blank aimless way. So point for that.
SECOND LEAD GAME:
4/10. He doesn't stand a chance . He is a great character nonetheless and wished he have a romantic ending that deserved.
VILLAINERY:
8/10. The villain of the drama is the biggest pull for my continued watch. I love her story. I love her conniving little self because I understand her so much. She is a little bit like myself and also some girls I know in my high school and college years. I love how the character is written, since she is the one that showed the most layers tbh.
CHEESINESS:
Not so cheesy, because it all very shy and tame love. This is a plus.
Final Verdict...
Recommended?
OK if you like college drama since it factor majorly in here and if you like puppy like romance.
Comments
I had watched Strong Woman Do Bong Soon and liked it. Maybe I will do one together with other PBY dramas.