Reviews · 02. March 2026
Twelve Letters is a compelling and heartbreaking cdrama starring Zhou Yi Ran (When I Fly Towards You) and Wang Ying Lu (When Destiny Brings the Demon). We follow our ML and FL as they struggle to live when the odds are stacked against them (many scenes are very tough to watch – trigger warning for violence / domestic violence) and wonder if a mysterious post box could, perhaps, save the day. From her first scene, Wang Ying Lu gives a powerful, vulnerable performance in Twelve Letters. She was...
What I've Been Watching · 28. February 2026
This was the week I became obsessed with cdrama, Twelve Letters (Viki). This compelling and heartbreaking cdrama stars Zhou Yi Ran (When I Fly Towards You) and Wang Ying Lu (When Destiny Brings the Demon). The story follows the two leads as they struggle to live a life where the odds are firmly stacked against them (many scenes are very tough to watch – trigger warning for violence / domestic violence) leaving us to wonder and hope that a mysterious post box will, perhaps, save the day. In...
Reviews · 26. February 2026
I started Speed and Love (Viki) for He Yu and I stayed for He Yu. This is one of those dramas where you objectively understand that the writing and plot are not all that great, but find yourself pretty addicted at the same time. Speed and Love features another of He Yu’s “sort of but, phew, not really” onscreen sisters (I prefer My Fated Boy). If you are worried, there is no incest (or incest adjacent element) involved. Speed and Love is really a childhood connection to lovers story. He...
What I've Been Watching · 20. February 2026
I have been eagerly awaiting The Art of Sarah (Netflix) and, while it didn’t quite live up to my expectations, I had a good time watching this show. The Art of Sarah is a mystery box thriller that features a delicious performance from Shin Hae Sun. If we ever needed reminding what a powerful actor she is (and we probably didn’t), this is it. If you are looking for a cute, zero angst rom com, Spring Fever (Prime) might be for you. It's endearing and fun and is grounded by more serious issues...
What I've Been Watching · 13. February 2026
She’s here! I have been eagerly awaiting the release of the Art of Sarah and we now have all eight episodes to watch (on Netflix). Early days, but this is a Shin Hye Sun showcase. If ever we needed reminding what a powerful actor she is (and we probably didn’t), this is it. Lee Jun Hyuk hasn’t had much to do as yet (apart from looking suspicious and handsome) but there’s plenty of time. I am all in. I am very much enjoying Unveil Jadewind (Netflix). I like the way this show is...
What I've Been Watching · 06. February 2026
If I enjoy a modern cdrama as much as I adored Love Between Lines (Viki) it will have been a very good year. 10 out of 10. No notes. I loved every minute of this 28 episode show about VR murder mystery games, architecture and love. This show had something special… or, thinking about it, a lot of somethings (see my post for further thoughts!). This week, I somehow found myself watching My Fated Boy (Viki). So far, I am very much enjoying this age difference cdrama. Okay, okay, you got me, I am...
Reviews · 03. February 2026
Love Between Lines: 10 out of 10. No notes. I loved every minute of this 28 episode cdrama about VR murder mystery games, architecture and love (Viki). This show had something special… or, thinking about it, a lot of somethings. For a start, Love Between Lines was brilliantly directed by Mao De Shu who also directed another very special cdrama, When I Fly To You. The drama's story was structured really well. I didn’t feel the need to skip ahead at any stage (unlike my experience with Shine...
Reviews · 12. January 2026
Shine On Me (Netflix) is a 36 episode cdrama written by Gu Man and Shen Fei Xian, directed by Chen Zhou Fei and starring Song Wei Long and Zhao Jin Mai. This show is part low angst, slow burn romance with a super smitten green flag of a ML and a smart and competent FL, and part exploration of the potential of solar panels. Can you guess which part I preferred? Yep, I was there for the main couple. Thank you Shine on Me for allowing us to bask in the glow of a non-toxic supportive relationship....
Reviews · 07. October 2025
Mobius (Netflix) started strong, offering a fresh take on the time-loop trope. It doesn't hurt that Bai Jing Ting looks impossibly cool in this show – slo mo, sharp suits and black t-shirts for days. In episode one, this started to feel a little cheesy. However, the show then introduced an unexpected and very welcome comedic element (which worked for me). However, despite Bai Jing Ting’s best efforts, the show became far less compelling in its final act and, at 16 episodes, felt overlong....
Reviews · 23. September 2025
If you are looking for a visually stunning cdrama with a strong female protagonist, an inspiring gender message, a beautiful romance and a gripping revenge/redemption narrative, look no further than The Legend of the Female General (Viki). Based on the novel, Rebirth of a Star General, by Qian Shan Cha Ke (whose work has proven to be fertile ground for adaptations) and directed by Jeffrey Chiang, LOTFG is 36 episodes long and never outstays its welcome. The drama is an engaging example of the...