What was up with Gu Jun Pyo's hair?
I quickly came to find with a lot of these high school/college age dramas, that whoever hates each other in the beginning will be the ones who end up together at the end. This is a really tired trope that is used everywhere. Not sure if this is a good thing for young people, especially girls, to think that constant abuse is okay & it will all work out in the end.One more thing, WHAT WAS UP WITH Gu Jun Pyo's Shirley Temple curls? Not sure how anyone playing opposite of him could not break out in hysterical laughter?
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If I had watched then
I started watching kdramas about 2-3 years ago and most of those have been quite recently releases. With that said, it's quite difficult to watch BOF and trully appreciate its value. At this point, it's just an outdated drama full of cliches that we've seen everywhere else. This is not to point out the quality of it, many times watching or reading a story, it's not about what happens, but how it is executed that makes the art.Warning: mild spoilers
Having finished with the 25 episodes in a short period of time, I still can't decide whether this is a good show with bad moments, or a bad show with good moments. The main couple just coudn't grab my heart, there were very few moments that I was cheering for them to end up together, but most of the time I was just thinking that they are toxic for one another, seriously, one should not cause that much suffering to the one you love just for the sake of love, that's just selfish. But let's say you're a hopeless romantic and dismiss the bad match theory, the show never hides its intention of having the 2nd male lead be who we vouch for, since he was built close to perfection. You know what happens to him? Exactly. It's not just our main lead who is a bully, the show writters are too.
From a production point of view, they put together a good cast, and F4+2 had decent chemistry when together. I was in it mostly for the friendship moments, because that's when we the viewer could relax and just enjoy being entertained. The cook and grandfather were also a good addition to the story, as they introduced a subplot that was fairly interesting to follow.
The predictability of the show was frustrating at times, and didn't give much satisfaction for knewing what was going to happen, instead, it left a feeling of exhaustion as result of the many twists they gave us, and oh did they not stop giving us. Like being on a spinning wheel, you know it's gonna make you dizzy but you go in anyway.
The OST was nice and catchy, I found myself holding on to the still image at the end of the episode just to bop to the song. Adding another SHINee song to my list of favs, SS501...
Overall, it's an entertaining show with a formula that just works, which is why it's still making viewers curious about such an old show. I'm curious to see how the other adaptations dealt with the story and if there's anything added or changed.
Would I watch this again? Very likely no, there are so many shows out there now; will I miss it? Yes, for a little while, like having a stone on your shoe that you take out, and then feeling like something is missing.
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The plot was somewhat disappointing and full of clichés but this drama is definitely a must-watch if you want to understand this drama world better because it was the first drama that got international recognition and brought many people to this world (including me). I only watched it in 2016 (I'm a new fan haha) but I feel its weight on today's dramas- it seems that it is the base to many of them.
It's been two years and I still can't get over the fact that she didn't choose... well, I dont want to spoil it for those who havent seen it yet but if you have, then you know who I mean. His character is my ideal type so I felt personally insulted hahaha but it's okay, they all loved each other anyways.
The soundtrack is amazing- Because I'm stupid is one of my favorite Korean songs of all time.
The actors did well, I guess. I dont really remember much.
I dont think I would rewatch it but I definitely appreciate it a lot!
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I will start this review with a confession. I am supremely impressed with Lee Min Ho and now I totally understand why he is so popular in East Asia. Initially, whenever I googled a K-drama or any Korean actor, Min Ho’s name or image always showed up in the suggestion list. On reading about him I learned that he is known as the ‘Ryan Gosling of Korea’. That caught my attention and I decided to watch his show hoping to know what all the fuss was about. His show ‘The Heirs’ is one of the most popular and successful K-drama of 2013. But somehow I wasn’t really impressed with Min Ho. The show lacked substance, so I dismissed Min Ho as just another pretty faced actor famous only for his good looks. But Google just wouldn’t give up. His name and images would keep appearing on my suggestion list. So I read some more articles on him and discovered that Lee Min Ho catapulted to fame following the success of Boys Before Flowers (BBF) and it still remains one of his most successful shows. So I decided to give Min Ho another chance and watched BBF. And boy! What a show! And Lee Min Ho… You earned a fan! From now on I shall not complain about girls going crazy over Min Ho. I think I understand what they feeNow that I have gushed over the good-looking Korean actor let me mention that Min Ho only served as a reason to watch the show. His presence has not influenced my review of the show.Let’s weigh Boys Before Flowers on our show beam balance and see if it is worth spending your 25 hours on or no.
Good Weights
Good Looking Cast – I know I had promised not to speak about the good-looking cast as a good weight but I cannot help it, F4 boys are so damn stunning. In fact, the Korean version has the best star cast amongst the different versions of BBF (There is a Japanese and Taiwanese version of the same story. There is an American version too but…lets not talk about it. I tried watching it and would suggest you keep an arm’s distance from that show.) Also, these boys are the central characters of the story and their good looks helped gain audiences attention.
Lee Min Ho as the arrogant Gu Joon Pyo stole the show with his awesome acting and handsome face. He would light up the screen by his mere presence. Kim Hyun-Joong was convincing as the handsome, introvert Yoon Ji-hoo (I am talking only about his looks and not his acting). Kim Bum as So Yi-Jung was just too cute to play a womanizer, but that hardly made any difference. He still is an eye candy.
Compelling Storyline – Despite the length (25 episodes) I never felt bored even for a second (I disliked the last two episodes but they weren’t boring, they are just patience testing!). The script was good and the story was gripping. Once you start watching it you want to know more and more about it. It’s interesting and addictive.
Beautifully Shot – Since the story revolves around rich boys and their lifestyle, the show was shot on extravagant sets and locations. Everything in the show was larger than life. The clothes, the houses, and sleek sports cars, were just over the top. All of it added to the lavish feel of the characters. Overall the show was well shot and looked very appealing.
Bad Weights
Poor Ending – The show was so good but the ending, ugh! The last two episodes tested my patience. ((Spoiler Alert!!)) I was hoping that maybe Jun Pyo is just pretending to have forgotten Jan Di because he’s probably still angry with her, but no! He has actually lost his memory. No not memory, he actually lost just HER memories. He remembers everyone but HER. Seriously? Is that even possible? I guess he has forgotten just the last one year of his life. How convenient! I wish they hadn’t dragged the show over two silly episodes. But then probably, that’s what happens in the original manga so the makers were just sticking to that.
Length – 25 episodes is too long for a K-drama. I am not complaining. I loved every episode (except the last two) but it could have been a little shorter.
Acting – There’s no doubt that Kim Hyun-Joong (Ji Hoo) was the best looking man in the story but he seriously lacks acting skills. Ji Hoo is the most endearing character of the show and Kim Hyun-Joong was aptly cast for his good looks, if only he could work on his expression, scenes would have been much more enjoyable.
One thing I really failed to understand was Geum Jan-di’s childish demeanor. Ku Hye-sun (Geum Jan Di) seems like a good actress but why was she walking and talking like a kid. Geum Jan Di is supposed to be spunky, not childish. I have watched the Japanese and Taiwanese adaptations of the story but neither of the actresses act childish like Jan Di. In fact, they are rather very feisty and gutsy girls unlike the overly silly Jan Di.
The show beam balance has an equal number of good and bad weights and if you ask me despite all the bad weights I really enjoyed watching the show. I was thoroughly entertained. There was no dull moment for me throughout the series (The last two episodes were simply patience testing not dull or boring!) Lee Min Ho may have been my motivation to watch the show but the show itself is strong enough to hold your interest. Lee Min Ho is just an added attraction
Boys Before Flowers may seem over the top but it’s not low on entertainment. It is for anybody who wants to watch some light-hearted romance.
Originally posted on www.alphagirl.in
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The actors did a great job in this drama. I also wish there was a bit more to Ga Eun's love story.
I actually became a fan of Lee Min Ho only after watching the drama Heirs, here his character always annoyed me. But I ended up rewatching it a third time and observed more closely and noticed how his character really grows. I no longer think of him as annoying here.
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a milestone in kdrama history
- my very first kdrama, helped me get rid of the prejudice i had against kdramas- made everyone around my age fall for kdramas & lee minho
- every episode different drama™
- to be honest now looks terrible in quality & kinda cringy when i rewatch it
- made me cry too many times, especially in the last 4-5 episodes
- love you goo junpyo and love you F4
- i still hate goo junpyo's mother & it has been too many years since i watched it
- i my opinion, it is not that big of a second male syndrome
- cute side couple
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Okay. This is my first drama, which I started to watch. Because of this i'm going watching kdrama.
Story: Hm, i don't like it, not bad. sometime have interest story, sometime is bad.
This drama does not have any story, they are does not have a smart bussines. Like a circus.
Acting / Cast: But Gu Hye Seon, this girl is not standing for him, she tries like a funny girl, but it does not work, and walk like a Quasimodo. She pissed me out.
Lee Min Ho is okay, not bad. Like he not trying acting ( I like Min ho). Kim Hyun Joong he just have a two face serious and little smile. Kim Sang Beom he is one going good job.
Music: I like it, masterpiece.
In the end, i'll take 10 poin Overall, because it's my first drama. That's why.
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PS: I prefer the secondary couple.
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RESEÑA <3
Desde que empecé en este mundo de los K-dramas, quise ver este, pero nunca me decidía por él. Al enterarme de que lo iban a quitar de Netflix, fue el momento en el que lo cliqué y lo comencé.Es una historia bonita, pero hay partes que quizá se hagan un poco pesadas. Por ejemplo, los recuerdos o las partes a cámara lenta.
El OST, es hermoso. Cada vez que sonaba Shinee no podía evitar alegrarme de escucharlos.
Por lo demás, los personajes son especiales, cada uno tiene sus problemas (que la serie se encarga de explicar bien) y se les coge un cariño especial.
Jun Pyo me gustó bastante, pero en particular, me enamoré demasiado de Ji Hoo. Su personalidad y el trato hacia JanDi es tan bonito…
En sí, quiero a los F4 en mi vida.
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BOF
Baseado em um mangá, enquadra-se nos gêneros comédia, romance, drama, teen. Típico e adorável formato Enemies to Lovers, com direito a triângulo amoroso e muitos encontros/desencontros. O elenco é um espetáculo, a OST imbatível (a melhor de todos os k-dramas que já assisti até hoje - e olha que foram uns 200 por baixo). Aborda questões sociais complexas envolvendo pessoas marginalizadas, bullying, desigualdade sócioeconômica, família e sentimentos de amor e amizade. Eu diria que um pacote completo de dramas. Confesso que sou meio ruim pra shippar os casais (protagonistas e secundários)... mas nesse eu aplicaria a definição literal de "tanto faz"!Vond je deze recentie nuttig?
Kdrama must watch
Every “long time” or “frequent watcher” Kdrama fan knows for a fact, if you watch dramas you ALWAYS have to watch the classics and this is like the classic of all classics. THEE classic! This is the kdrama that’s been remade so many times that you have no choice but to watch them all even if the story line is kinda crappy!!Korea changed quite a bit about it adapting it from the manga ( which was CRAZY abusive), so I’m happy about that.
But this was still really abusive, the male leads hair is so ?!! like the roller set is not eating, nor was his nasty ass attitude! And the female leads hair was crappy too, the bob did eat a lil but not that much! Plus he was crazy controlling!!
Yes I know u girls luv the lil “possessive boyfriend” trope and ain’t nothing wrong with that!! ( not my life so idgaf) But he did the fucking most!!
Definitely recommend so you can find out what good kdrama are like!!
I would’ve changed so much about this but I’m not the director and it was made when I was 2 ? gotta get over it!
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