Knight Flower (K Drama)— A Review

*This review might contain spoilers* Knight Flower is one of the most refreshing sageuks I have seen recently! I usually find sageuks to be a bit draining to watch— yes, they have intriguing stories and offer a peek into a historic time period, modern international fans may be unfamiliar with, but they are usually too…

My Love Mix-Up (J Drama)— A Review

*This review may contain spoilers* If I had to describe a show that is all sunshine and butterflies, it would be Kieta Hatsukoi or My Love Mix-Up. This little Japanese drama goes to that a cute fleshed-out story involving well-developed characters performed by good actors is all anyone needs to make an enjoyable show. My…

The On1y One (Taiwanese Drama)— A Review

*This review may contain spoilers* AAAAHHHHHHHH. Where do I start with this one? This is the THIRD time I am investing so many emotions into this story and I have been burned every single time. If readers of my blog only read this first paragraph, let it be a plea to the drama gods in…

Happy Of The End (J Drama)— A Review

*This review may contain spoilers* For a show named Happy Of The End, this is one of the darkest, bleakest most gut-wrenching Japanese dramas I have ever seen. Leaving the usual swanky apartments and contrived relationship issues behind, this drama pulls out all the stops. At 8 episodes, the story speeds along (a bit too)…

Meet You at the Blossom (C Drama)— A Review

*This review may contain spoilers* Wuxia dramas are mega popular among avid Asian drama watchers. A genre of dramas marked by attractive leads, sensuous undertones, stunning costumes and magical sets, these shows are some of the best performing Chinese dramas, inland & internationally. I've always been disappointed with the lack of Danmei representation within the…

A Shop For Killers (K Drama)— A Review

*This review might contain spoilers* Oh man, I really liked A Shop for Killers— a tantalizing thriller with action, mystery and some really surprising twists! With a superb cast, a fantastic story, some never-seen-before action and a beautiful familial bond at the centre, A Shop for Killers is a brilliant watch and at just 8 episodes,…

Perfect Propose (J Drama)— A Review

*This review might contain spoilers* Perfect Propose seems like such an easy romcom at first sight. At 6 episodes, it's a short series even by Japanese standards. But, by the time I got through the series, I was struck by the poignancy and reflection. The premise of Perfect Propose is a classic manga setup— Hiro is…

Be My Favorite (Thai Drama)— A Review

*This review might contain spoilers* The first half of 2023 has been a relative drought in BL land. We've gotten a lot of shows, but I have liked very few and remember even fewer. BLs have become a cesspool of haphazard NC scenes, extremely poor acting and absurd (and mostly missing) plot lines. Be My…

Word of Honor (C Drama)— A Review

*This review might contain spoilers* Word of Honor is a 2021 Chinese wuxia drama based on the novel of the same name. The drama follows the story of Zhou Zishu (Zhang Zheyuan), a former leader of the Gusu Lan Sect, and Wen Kexing (Gong Jun), a former leader of the Ghost Valley Cliff. The two…

Minato Shouji Coin Laundry (J Drama)— A Review

*This review might contain spoilers* Minato Shouji Coin Laundry is a delightful slice-of-life drama that breathes life into the mundane and explores the power of friendship, acceptance, and personal growth. Set in a charming coin laundry, the series captures the essence of everyday life and touches the hearts of viewers with its warmth and authenticity.…