Should have been longer
Firstly, I quite loved the drama a lot. I loved the story and the cast did quite a good job portraying their characters though it could have been better. The music for the drama was very nice. It had a very calming and cafe type of vibe. It was nice to listen and slightly groove to it. The story was okay overall.Now, here is my major disappointment. I really wish they had like more episodes. At least a minimum of ten or maximum of twelve episodes. Any more than that and it would have been too much. This drama could have been so much better with many episodes. I felt like a lot of the character development and some storylines were removed so that the drama could fit into 8 episodes. Though because of that, the drama felt like it was missing many parts. Sometimes from one scene to another the character suddenly changes attitude and it feels like we are missing some of their changes. Also, certain interactions between the characters had to be more developed. Like the romance between the main leads could have used more storylines. The romance between the second leads felt like it was a bit too fast as one of the second lead badly needed a redemption arc. He was a jerk and only changed near the end. So a redemption arc would have boosted the romance between the second leads. The second leads could have used more screen time and storylines as well as they had great chemistry and it was a shame to not be able to see more of them. I have more to say but I really do not want to give out spoilers so please bear with me. In total, this drama needed more episodes so that the storyline could have been a bit more expanded and we could have seen more character growth and development.
But other than that, this drama was really great. I had liked it a lot though I feel that it is a shame that we were not able to see more of them. The story and plot is really good though and could have even been on the same level as semantic error or love for love's sake if they had a bit more story. But, I am not kidding when I say I love this drama. I have not read the manga yet so when I say this drama is lacking I am teling you based on what I have watched. Please do watch this drama and decide for yourself. I hope my review helped.
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Given and Semantic Error's lovechild?
Man, I really dug the musical aspect of «Jazz For Two». I wish the show had explored each character's relationship with music more than it did—especially main character Yoon Seheon's fondness of jazz.The main pairing—what can I say? I love a good enemies-to-lovers dynamic, especially one that is bridged by a common interest or goal.
As for the side "couple", I never felt compelled to root for them considering the amount of one-sided hostility depicted on-screen. Perhaps their relationship was written differently in the webtoon? Were they even meant to be rooted for in the first place?
As much as I enjoyed «Jazz For Two», I have my fair share of criticisms as well. Certain conflicts and lines of dialogue felt oddly placed and/or forced. Plot advancements are imminent, yes, but did they have to be so on-the-nose? Take the beginning scene of episode 8 as an example. Yoon Seheon gets approached by his brother and somehow makes a correct (but wildly inappropriate) guess on a situation he has little-to-no knowledge of. How exactly did he come to that conclusion?
I think the casting and cinematography of «Jazz For Two» were its main pillars. The actors did great embodying their characters, especially drama rookies Jee Hogeun and Song Hangyeom. Also lovely to see Jinkwon back on screen!
All-in-all, I give this show a pretty biased 9/10 rating. Jee Hogeun, you got me lovestruck.
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Não veja isso se leu a história original
Essa história é algo além do absurdo para mim, o fato de ler a história original simplesmente não muda nada sobre o que vamos encontrar aqui. Tirando pequenos detalhes que se manteve fiel a obra fora o nome dos personagens, todo o resto é uma nova história, uma nova versão da obra, algo completamente alheio. E até para uma adaptação ela não é boa o suficiente pra se levar em consideração. Não foram mudanças bobas que inevitavelmente podem ocorrer em adaptações, mas toda uma nova história para um dos personagens principais. Eu sinceramente tive expectativas com essa adaptação, porque simplesmente a obra original é simples e sem grandes desafios pra ser adaptada, e interessante do jeito que ela é. Trazer tudo que trouxeram para essa nova história, foi inventar coisas desnecessárias. A obra original e essa adaptação só possuem o mesmo nome, o restante não é digno de ser levado em consideração.Vond je deze recentie nuttig?
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Binge-Worthy Bliss: 'Jazz for Two'
First off, let's talk about that trailer. I swear, when it dropped, I lost my mind with excitement! And let me tell you, the chemistry between the actors? Off the charts! Plus, can we take a moment to appreciate how darn good-looking they all are? It's like they were born to be on screen together.One thing that really impressed me about this series is the improvement in Korean BLs lately. Remember those days when they'd be over in just 20 minutes? Well, not anymore! "Jazz for Two" gives us a solid 30 minutes or more per episode, and I'm here for it.
Oh, and let's talk about those kissing scenes. Gone are the days of awkward pecks. The smooches in this series? Let's just say they're raising the bar for Korean dramas everywhere.
And here's another reason to love it: most KBLs these days are based on manhwa/webtoons, and "Jazz for Two" is no exception. That means you're not just getting eye candy, but also a killer storyline to keep you hooked.
Seriously, this series was a wild ride from start to finish, and I'm already crossing my fingers for a sequel. Ji Ho Geun and Kim Jin Kwon, please bless us with more KBL magic in the future. You've got a fan for life right here.
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Here for a good time not a long one
To me the show wasn’t even half as bad as everyone is saying.Was there uncomfortable parts in the show? YES BECAUSE IT IS SUPPOSED TO BE. So many people want to watch queer shows but not experience the sad reality of being queer. Being queer and growing in an environment where you can’t be yourself is uncomfortable. There’s so much internalized homophobia and yes it doesn’t make it right but it happens. This show was so good and we need more BLs like this that openly show the uncomfortable parts about being gay where you’re not accepted and when your confused about it yourself because you think there’s something wrong with yourself.
Anyways rant over but I do wish we had more of the Do Yoon and Joo Ha because the chemistry was there!!!! What can I say I’m a sucker for a golden retriever love story and the “bad guy”.
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A masterpiece that should have been longer
The story is quite deep and covers love, friendship, family issues, trauma, depression, and some other, very dark, topics.It could have easily been a longer series and in fact, I wish it had more episodes to give the viewer an even deeper understanding of everything - hence, why I only give it 9.5 out of 10 points.
The acting is amazing! I believe them everything and they all deliver a wonderful performance! I think they also choose a very good cast. I'm not 100% sure about Kim Jin Kwon, who plays Yoon Se Heon, and I can imagine someone else would've fit the role better, but overall it's very satisfying to watch them. The acting never gets awkward and they all portray the emotions very well.
The music is great as well ofc, I mean, it's the background for the whole plot. And I love classical music as well as Jazz, so I was very happy with everything :)
I just finished the last episodes about 30 minutes ago and I already wanna rewatch it - so 10/10 for the rewatch value!
Overall, I give it a 9.5/10 as I feel that it should have had more episodes to give a deeper understanding of some of the issues.
And finally, I would also like to say something on the S/A that happens. If you don't want spoilers, please stop reading here!
If you continued, then here's what happens: Taeyi touches Seheon in a sexual way (hand underneath his shirt) when the other doesn't want it. It's not nice to look at, and some might find it very disturbing. However, it's a scene of 10 secs max, so it can be skipped easily. Later, Taeyi reflects and apologizes for his behavior, and I think that it's very important for the plot as it shows how Taeyi's character evolves and matures. So please stop dramatizing it more than it needs to be. It's 10 secs out of hundreds of minutes that are worth watching! Give it a chance :)
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My thoughts/opinions
Honestly, after reading some reviews here, I feel like I'm alone.I just feel like this drama has so much potential.
It made me revisit memories I have long kept at the very back of my mind, made me cry out of nowhere, but the actors had so much potential in this drama. This may only be from my point of view, but I really root for them, this drama, and to their future projects together or individually :)
And to their roles, I really enjoyed the run of it, it may rock but slowly they find their pace back again. And to the second lead, I just knew they were worth waiting for as well, they weren't exactly how a potential lover should be met, but they were being true to their characters, so I enjoyed the lessons!
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Under rated BL
This is a beautiful story with depth of plot and characters. The plot is a little rough at times with flashbacks that can be confusing and with some unanswered questions about the main characters families, etc. However, overall, it's touching with young men growing to understand their sexuality, maturing as young adults, learning to forgive, and finding what love means. The music is great and fits the story line in a wonderful way. Yes, the bullying is at times, rather disturbing but is part of the realism of the plot. Do not miss this drama.Vond je deze recentie nuttig?
MY FAV SERIES !!!
As a big fan of jazz myself, seeing jazz being mentioned and played throughout this series is just super exciting. The original manhwa plot is already amazing, and honestly the series even done a better job. I love both of the main leads and their chemistry, the way they managed to convey the character's emotions were incredible too. 100/10, very recommend !!!Vond je deze recentie nuttig?
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So much to love but...
There is so much about this drama that I absolutely loved.Cinematography, music, actual engaging plot, good acting and very good chemistry between both couples.
The cons on the other hand...
Yikes the violence and SA is never okay. It doesn't matter if it's a gay or straight relationship, you should never EVER be okay with this kind of treatment. I feel like the production team just wanted drama and 'spice' but violence, verbal harasment and SA is not it. And there could have been so many other options other than violence to show that the MLs didn't get along in the beginning. The SML's actions somewhat explained themselves by the intense internalized homophobia (somewhat implied but mostly understandable from his monologue) but you can't use the same motivation for THREE characters in a drama this short. You certainly can, but should you? The motivation of three characters is sensitive but here becomes redundant without even having a proper insight into each characters background.
I think internalized homophobia and fear are very good and sensitive subjects that should be disgussed in kbls. BUT Tae Yi's motives are written VERY lackluster and he is supposed to be the other male lead. His reaction to Seheon kissing him was way too much if you're not going to justify or explain his reaction at all. SA is not normal and I'm quite horrified over how this scene was written in here without any proper concequenses. The drama is also so short that the emotional payoff from Taeyi's realization isn't there at all.
I can't help but feel more for Jooha since we somehow got more insight into his head than Taeyi's, at least when it comes to pushing his crush away. At least Taeyi's thoughts were coherently cinematized and as a viewer I finally got to understand his character from that scene in ep 7. And then there is the trainwreck of Taeyi's reaction to the kiss immediately after and I can't help but feel very disgusted over Taeyi's reaction. This direction and the timing of these scenes aren't ideal, at all. And it feels like we are watching Jooha's and Doyoon's kiss again, but Taeyi isn't even supposed to be the cold bully.. ? His reaction isn't justified and I'm sorry that I have probably said that multiple times already but no I'm not actually sorry. His reaction was not it.
Despite everything I enjoyed the plot and found it very engaging at times but this drama still had a ton of things to improve. I'm quessing that screentime and budget plays a big role on how much and what they could do and film.
BUT there is no way that a professional director could fuck up a fake kiss that badly. That kiss scene between Jooha and Doyoon was the worst fake kiss I've ever seen. I would have preferred a thumb over the lips kinda kiss over this awful camera angle fail but I'm not blaming the actors. Doyoon's actor is an idol so I'm not very surprised if he was adviced against a real samesex onscreen kiss. That's okay, I guess. Kisses aren't everything to a romance drama. The ep 7 hug scene on the other hand was incredibly impressive and emotional. So much so that I felt very connected to the characters. Can't help but want more from the side couple.
I'm sad that the director and writing team seems to be the root of all the problems in this drama.
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For Jazz Loversss
Love it so much, as someone who is in love with jazz, I am totally happy to see a bl drama, that have jazz as The main plot. So I definitely recommend this drama If you're interested in jazz music and of course bl. If You want to watch it or if you're interested in it, I Would like to warn some of y'all. Just Keep in mind that all of the Character's personality is for the plot. Well sure, There are some "stupidity" on some of them, but you still need to keep in mind that everyone has their own personality, don't compare them to yours. That's all, Just a little bit of warning/disclaimer or whatever. Really enjoyed this series, hope we get season 2!!!Vond je deze recentie nuttig?
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