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THE MOST OVERHYPED & BULLS**T DRAMA
This could be the most controversial and honest review of the most over hyped and overrated K dramaI can't seems to find a single reason why Healer has such a high rating . I mean this whole drama is flawed and inconsistent , it's knowingly stretched to keep it mysterious . I found it uninteresting . Even suspicious partner is better than this .
The direction and screenplay are not upto the mark . Pretty much terrible
It's inconsistent and f**ks logic .
I have been watching K dramas for a long time and the only reason is that they live upto their name and have a subtle quality but this one didn't .
The only good thing about this is the acting and yeah it sure has interesting characters .
Healer had all the potential , a kinda superhero plot like Superman , actually it has many similarities with superman superficially .
This is the drama where the plot is ordinary but instead the characters create a charm still I think people left their brains behind while watching this and gave it such a high rating .
This also isn't JCW's best drama , K2 was much much better than this .
I will keep it simple , watch healer only and only if you have nothing to do . It should be your last choice .
P.S : I can expect people jumping onto me for this review but I'll be honest that's it . You people are brainwashing others that it's a best drama out there .
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I've watched that guy in Warrior Baek Dong Soo and Empress Ki and he just oozes charisma so I was anticipating Healer just for him. The show started off rocky, the music was annoying at first and Park Min Young's acting in City Hunter left a bit of a bad taste, but I decided to keep going if only for Chang Wook in his all black get ups flying across rooftops.
I'm so happy that I continued because by episode 4, I couldn't get enough! The music got better, Min Young's acting has improved greatly and the supporting cast was so good that you wouldn't have noticed her flaws anyway. This reminds me more of Gaksital than City Hunter in that the lead is more of an antihero being forced into his role but embracing it nonetheless. The push and pull between the good and bad guys was perfect and the story was well written though there was a plot hole or two.
Overall, the stylish cinematography, the cast, the writing, and Chang Wook's smile will make you forget what flaws this drama has and keep you entertained until the end.
I definitely recommend this drama!
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It's a beautiful feeling...
I really loved "Healer"! It's definitely one of the best drama's I've seen recently, even though my rating may be a little lower than the all 10 reviews left by most viewers. It's the kind of drama that is multi-genre and appeals to a wide audience. It's also the kind of drama that makes 20 episodes seem like not enough time! The romance, suspense, relationships, action, and great characters make every episode fun to watch. I'm definitely going through withdrawal now that it's over.Ji Chang Wook as the "Healer" is so good! I immediately developed a crush on his Superman/Clark Kent routine. He went from dorky/awkward to action hero with such ease. I was definitely impressed by his performance, and hope to see him in another drama soon. Park Min Young was the perfect match for him. I liked that she was brave in spite of her fears and comfortable being herself. My favorite part of this drama was the romance between these two. The chemistry between Park Min Young and Ji Chang Wook is addictive to watch! The romance wasn't too cheesy either (so nonromance fans shouldn't get turned off). I felt like I was really watching two people fall in love.
The entire cast gets a 10 from me, but Hacker Ajumma was probably my favorite of the rest of the cast. Still, my second favorite part of the entire drama was Reporter Yeo's outfits. Every single outfit was so amazing that I just had to mention it. Also, I'm a fan of the red glasses!
I made the story score much lower than most, even though I loved almost every episode, and was totally into the action, and suspense. My issue with the story was that it was complicated to follow because of how it was told. The backstory was such a large part of the main story, and details were revealed so slowly, that I got confused and would sometimes lose interest. There were so many characters, and relationships, and flashbacks, that it was just hard to keep track. Eventually, it does get explained, and I was still entertained by comedic, and action scenes in the meantime. It also makes my rewatch score pretty high. Now that I know what the story is, I think that it would be awesome to watch it all again.
Overall "Healer" was an awesome superhero kind of story, that is exciting without relying on all the usual KDrama clichés. The ending leaves some loose ends, but it also leaves you wanting more. I'm so glad I decided to watch this drama while not knowing much about it. It a great vehicle for Ji Chang Wook, and Healer is such a great character, that I would be happy to see a "Healer 2"!
This is definitely a great drama to add to your must-watch list!
*Update* After a second viewing I just bumped up all of my original scores because years later this drama still holds up and I think loved it, even more, the 2nd time!
And as for the soundtrack... as much as "Eternal Love" is still kinda annoying, "You" is still my jam!
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The Actors portrayed their roles in a superb manner especially Ji chang Wook. He really nailed being a Healer. So strong yet clingy. I am so in love with his character.
The story is great. Honestly, I’ve watched lots of K Drama and I can’t seem to move on with Healer. Nothing compares. You’ll experience a roller coaster emotion in this drama. Two thumbs up. And I think it deserves more than its rating.
And the OST. It's perfect for every scene.
And I am watching it for the Nth time and I am still enjoying it.
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If I were to compare Healer to any other dramas I would say it's a combination of City Hunter and Pinocchio, with it's own spin, of course. Healer was just so well balanced between action, politics (and flashbacks), romance, comedy, etc. It had everything. It made me laugh, it made me cry, basically, it made me feel all of the emotions.
Usually when I watch dramas there's one aspect of the show that bothers me or lowers my opinion of the drama. But this wasn't the case with Healer! While it took a couple of episodes to fully understand everything that was going on, the story was wonderfully developed and stayed entertaining throughout the whole show. I will say that there were a couple of things I was wondering about that never got closure, but you can really only fit in so much before it becomes overwhelming.
The acting in this show was really great as well! Park Min Young has yet to disappoint me and Ji Chang Wook was fabulous. Together they were perfect. Their chemistry was wonderful! All the other actors were perfect for their roles and held up their ends of the plot. All of the characters were great (even the antagonists)!
I really loved the Healer soundtrack as well. I think "Eternal Love" captures the essence of the show and I've been listening to it on repeat. Healer evokes such a sense of nostalgia in you. I can't quite explain it. I think all of the flashbacks in the show contribute to this.
Speaking of which, I loved the flashbacks! Of course, there were some typical K-drama flashbacks to romantic moments in the show, but for the most part they were all crucial to the plot. I found that I was just as interested in what happened in the past as what was happening in the present. I don't know if I've watched a drama that has utilized the flashback cliche as well as Healer.
Overall, I really loved Healer. It wasn't perfect. But in my book, it's pretty darn close. Normally I would make a big deal of how the ending wasn't satisfying enough, but somehow I think the ending of Healer really fits the show. While a little part of my fangirl heart wishes we were shown more, I'm still happy with what we got. Healer is definitely one that I'd like to rewatch someday!
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1. Ji chang wook and Park Min Young - wow they amazed me to the highest level!
They are so brilliant and so believable that i shipped them in real life! Their
Chemistry is such a hit! Jcw and PMY earned the respect of so may viewers
Even in the international audience. They act so natural, spontaneous and with so much fluidity.
2. Plot and story - a very clever fusion of the past and the present situation. No episodes that will get you bored since the plot are intertwined. Story is unique, never seen something like this before.
3. Romance and skinship - one of the best and amazing romance between the OTPs not to mentioned the many skinship, stares, gestures, handheld, hugs and back hugs, name it, and it just so real or they are really good actors to begin with? Never seen a romance like this, they just love adore care and trust each other. No noble idiocy, misunderstanding are resolved immediately because they just really love each other not wanting to have an unnecessary prolong misunderstanding.
4. The "Feels" - i have never seen a drama loaded with a lot of "feels" and emotions as Healer! So many emotions are displayed in this show not to mentioned all those feels with romance undertone! I have never experienced spazzing, drooling, screamin nor those feeling of guilt, pain, longing, waiting, love, loyalty, abandonment, loneliness, sadness, madness, crazy in love among others in my other kdrama watching! Healer is a one stop drama with all those emotions intertwining and wow so beautiful indeed!
Things i do not like: cant really think now of any, maybe this just ended with many of its followers and fans left ruined (vs their normal daily life ) hahaha....
If there's one thing that made me out of Healer, it is the realization that a true and loving relationship conquers everything, it inspires me to become one---loving, caring and trusting person!
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STORY: The story overall wasn't bad. I did find it a little confusing in the beginning. I think because there were so many names and faces to follow, especially with the flashbacks. I also got some of the flashback actors mixed up because I thought they looked alike so I was getting people's names mixed up as well. I did like all the fight scenes and Healer's missions that he had to do. I thought that was interesting. I wanted more fight scenes though...I thought the middle of the drama lacked the fight scenes. I also thought the romance part of the story was cute. It was touching that they both sort of healed each other or got them to be brave for each other. I thought that was cute. I don't think the drama needed to be 20 episodes long...I think 16 would have been fine cuz I think it dragged a bit in the middle and I think that was because it was 20 episodes and not 16. The ending I had an issue with as well. I think we could have used another episode to see how everyone ended up...I think it just ended rather abruptly.
ACTING/CAST: The cast and acting overall was good. Wasn't stiff and had emotion. The story definitely had enough stuff in it to invoke strong emotions from the cast/characters. So I am not mad at the acting or casting. My favorite character definitely is Ahjumma. I loved her and how badass she is! I had a minor issue with the main female lead's character. The story made her out to be this survivor and strong woman which I loved (yes with some flaws but it made her more human) but in the middle of the drama, I thought the writers made her into a damsel in distress for a couple of episodes who was confused about a lot of stuff, which made her cry a lot and I didn't like that change in her character...I didn't see a reason for it. I do have a thing for strong female leads. Ji Chang Wook was of course AMAZING!
MUSIC: You know it is funny, at first I HATED the OSTs...LIKE HATED THEM! I didn't think they fit the drama at all but slowly they grew on me. Are they the best OSTs I ever heard...no but I like them now
REWATCH VALUE: I probably will not be watching this drama again
OVERALL: It is a solid drama. I liked it, I just think I walked into this drama with such high expectations that I don't think could be met. Maybe because it was an older drama and I am comparing it to other dramas that are newer or I just had too high of expectations...You should still watch the drama. It is solid and a must see if you are a Ji Chang Wook fan/drama watcher. It is basically a classic at this point...again I did have some small issues with it.
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In all episodes, your mind will be triggered what will happen next. You will become one of those reporters and policemen wanting to solve the crime, to solve the mystery and to catch the suspects. You’ll become compassionate on how hard life has been especially for Healer. And of course, you will fall deeply in love and might feel jealous to our love interest – Seo Jeong Hoo and Chae Yeong Shin. They are my definition of “relationship goals”.
Don’t forget the OST of this drama. OMG! This is the first ever kdrama I watched that has pure English OST – Eternal Love by MLTR. Everytime it plays, either my heart wants shout or my lips automatically smiles. It seems that I found one of my wedding songs. :)
Of course, all dramas has it flaws. This drama is not an exception. There are some scenes that are not convincing but those scenes are minimal. If you’re too much into the drama, you might not notice it.
Overall, I will definitely recommend this drama. I’m not the type who recommends the drama I watch because I’m not confident if other people will like the same. But this drama, it give me so much confidence.
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I still can't believe it's over!
Man, oh man. This drama was great. I loved it. I wish there were more episodes-- ahh I'm going to miss this!Story: What can I say.. It was perfect, the characters were well developed and there were no plot holes (YESSS!), the pacing was kind of slow though but that didn't bother me because I just watched the whole drama with a fast forward pace (I can read subtitles quickly). IT WAS AMAZING THOUGH. I was so scared for the last episode, I thought the author would ruin it for us just like most Korean authors, but NO! The ending was awesome and I really liked it.
Acting/Cast: CHANGWOOK, PLEASE GET MORE ROLES LIKE THIS. I would have liked it better if Min Young kept her long hair like in City Hunter but well, she still looked pretty. The acting was excellent. There's CHEMISTRY and they were convincing.
Music: Oh my love. I'm all yours. And there will never be another one 'cause I'm eternally yours... Ok you guys get it, I can't stop listening to it!! Do check these soundtracks out!
Rewatch Value: Changwook + Min Young + amazing plotline? What is there not to love?!
Overall: I LOVE THIS DRAMA HEAPS and highly recommend it!
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The cast was superb; could not think of anyone better. Ji Chang Wook and Park Min Young had beautiful chemistry that made me smile just seeing them in the same room together. The whole Clark Kent trope was done magnificently: Ji Chang Wook playing Jung Hoo playing Bong Soo... it's amazing work. Truly. Yoo Ji Tae was wonderful as well... I was worried for Moon Ho a little at the beginning but he really came through in the end. Of course Young Shin was more than just a 2D heroine... Park Min Young has improved since City Hunter.
Can I just say that Eternal Love is my all time favorite OST now? "It's a beautiful feeling... what we've got deep inside...." I just... aw.
The story was wonderfully executed. It didn't drag on for too long like most dramas tend to do... milking out every little plot point and upping the melodramatic angst unnecessarily. Healer made sure to address each plot point and moved on to the next one while still staying on top of the main plot. What I loved most about this is that between Jung Hoo and Young Shin, there was not REAL K-drama trope of the "misunderstanding" or "first love" angst. When a problem arose, they TALKED IT OUT like a normal couple might and worked through it in less than one episode.
I definitely recommend this drama to anyone who loved City Hunter, but is ready to add in more of the comedy and a more natural romance. Min Young and Lee Min Ho looked good together, but I think I may like Chang Wook better. I also recommend this drama to someone who is into secret identities, spying, high tech gear, and all around wonderfully choreographed action sequences. Definitely worth a rewatch.
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