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REVIEW: Alchemy Of Souls Part 2

18 Wednesday Jan 2023

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The long journey of Alchemy Of Souls finally completed this month. It began in June last year and was divided into two parts. Part 2 was marked with lots of talks on change of the female lead but I’m glad the discussions shifted to plot once the second instalment started. Overall, Alchemy Of Souls Part 2 encompasses the good elements of Part 1 and delivers a satisfying story and conclusion. But it never achieved the magic of Part 1. The second part also goes by the moniker Alchemy of Souls: Light and Shadow.

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REVIEW: Shooting Stars (2022)

26 Monday Dec 2022

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Shooting Stars (also going by its stylish name, Sh**ting Stars) is a delightful, adorable drama with lots of fun, ebullience and heart. Imbued with charming characters and excellent chemistry across the board, the show won my heart completely. Continue reading →

REVIEW: Love Is For Suckers (2022)

05 Monday Dec 2022

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Love Is For Suckers has been my weekly dose of feel-good-ness. ‘Friends to lovers’ is one of the most loved romance tropes and the drama employs it by using the backdrop of variety shows. The final product is a flawed but pleasing cocktail of more than one love stories. Continue reading →

REVIEW: Through The Darkness (2022)

21 Monday Nov 2022

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Through The Darkness traces the journey of Crime Behavior Analysis Team in South Korea. The drama is based on a non-fiction book that highlights the field experiences of Korea’s first criminal profiler. It is a dark, thrilling, sometimes sad, and gritty show that captivates with its solid characters, direction, story and performances. Continue reading →

REVIEW: Little Women (2022)

16 Sunday Oct 2022

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Little Women is a powerful exploration of human psyche in the face of money, power and desperation. As a gripping and unnerving thriller, the show delivers thrills and emotions in spades.
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