Just ok
The writer gave a good effort with the twist in the story I guess, but this drama could have been way better. The last 4 episodes seemed unnecessary and had serious lack of excitement. The couple's chemistry was either frosty or cringey at times. The secondary characters were simply put, background noise to fill space. What I liked the most were the ost and the ML's acting.Considerați utilă această recenzie?
Cringe and Funny at the same time
Situational comedy, romance with tons of shines. The two main characters have too much patience. There is a state of contrast that marks the entire series, the good and bad moments are linked fluidly, with small hints for k-drama connoisseurs. It is not too overwhelmed even though it is about "mental illnesses", as much as it is a way of drawing attention to the fact that they are often encountered and should not be stigmatized. It's warm, the way each characters grows, accepts themselves as they are and discovers that they can be loved.It's a series for the bad days where you laugh a lot, with the characters but also about the absurd situations.
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All Storms Eventually Pass
There is a blessing in hitting “rock bottom.” There is only one direction to go: up. There is also a blessing in knowing that whatever problems or troubles you are having, they will pass.Life is all about perspective. How you perceive something determines how you choose to experience it. If you don’t like the experience you’re having, then change your perspective. There is no one in existence who hasn’t endured hardships. Even masters have gone through everything you are going through and have gone through. So, what’s the difference? They simply changed their perception as well as used wisdom to ask the right questions. Life isn’t about having all of the answers but about asking the right questions. Why am I going through this? What is it that I’m trying to teach myself in this moment? The late and great Kobe Bryant never referred to his hardships as “problems.” He called them “challenges.” See how changing one word can change how you perceive something?
“Doctor Slump” is about two competitive doctors who suddenly find their lives turned upside down by circumstances. Remember the immortal words of Rocky Balboa, “Life isn’t about how hard you can hit. It’s about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward.” And these two loveable characters get knocked down to their knees, but ultimately, they find a way to get back on their feet. This is also why, as a viewer, I found myself cheering for them both.
Dr. Yeo Jeong Woo is a brilliant plastic surgeon with a heart of gold. It’s hard to imagine this guy hurting anyone. He finds himself set up during a botched surgery that destroys his reputation and finds himself in dire, financial straits as well as facing criminal charges. And yet, he does his best to take care of his friends. Dr. Yeo Jeong Woo has a boyish charm and a wonderful sense of humor, thanks to actor Park Hyung Sik whom I’ve seen in several series. He has a gift for charm and comedy as well as being able to effortlessly harness the pain and despair he goes through.
Dr. Nam Ha Neul is an up-and-coming anesthesiologist who finds the dissertation she’s worked on being stolen and altered for a greedy, corrupt supervisor. Her own reputation is destroyed when she confronts him, even knocking him to the ground, which was far better than he deserved. Dr. Nam Ha Neul may perceive herself as weak, but she’s far stronger than she gives herself credit. Her pain and despair comes from guilt; guilt of not being there for her father as well as allowing a previous supervisor to take advantage of her. Park Shin Hye is equally captivating in her role. She has a sweetness that is undeniable and a light and glimmer in her eyes and smile. And yet, when either of these actors has moments of despair, we feel it.
The premise of this series is that no one should be afraid to seek help when needed. An even more important premise is that you are your top priority. You must take care of yourself first. It’s a losing battle to try and take care of others without, first, taking care of yourself. Putting others first is a road lined with resentment, guilt, and anger. And perhaps the third premise is learning how to be there for someone and letting them be there for you. Most people fail to realize that quite often, the best way to help someone is to just simply be there for them. It may not seem like a lot, but ultimately, it’s one of the greatest gifts you can give them. The beauty of a rock is that it’s just there. It doesn’t have to move or do anything. And everyone can be a rock for someone in their lives.
What makes this series so enjoyable is that there aren’t any needless melodramatic twists or turns. No silly love triangles or mountainous conflicts that we know are just there to add some conflict. The series is light despite the fact that it never makes light of the trials and tribulations of others or the pain that they are going through.
The greatest obstacle to pain is suppression. It’s been stated that the quickest way out of something is through it. To avoid it or try to find a way around it is to simply bring about needless suffering. Pain in life is inevitable. Suffering, however, is always optional.
Park Hyung Sik and Park Shin Hye have undeniable chemistry in this series which is why it works so well. I think they may be my favorite couple after “Our Beloved Summer.” I love the goofiness that Park Hyung Sik brings and the sweetness of Park Shin Hye as well as the fact that, while both characters are going through pain, they’re both fighters and are determined to come out on top. They are inspirational as well as captivating.
The only aspect of the series that didn’t quite work for me was the second romance between Bin Dae Young and Lee Hong Ran. It just didn’t feel needed, and it was as though the writers were trying to fill some empty space with a romance that just didn’t feel organic enough. Not to mention that the only romance that I cared about was between Yeo Jeong Woo and Nam Ha Neul.
So, the next time you get “knocked down” let this series serve as a reminder that every storm always passes. Don’t be afraid to experience pain. It’s still the quickest way out. Never give up. Keep fighting and keep moving forward. Don’t forget to make yourself the number one priority, and lastly, once you get yourself firmly anchored, be a rock for someone and just be there for them and let them be there for you.
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bellino, ma confuso
Drama carino, bella la storia di fondo e apprezzabile l'idea di trattare problemi psicologici, amicizie vere e non, rivalità che nasconde attrazione ecc. Però l'ho trovato incoerente: espressioni troppo buffe, facce e capricci poco credibili, storie troppo drammatiche, truffe e imbrogli troppo complicati. Il tutto stanca. I due protagonisti sono carini ma i tempi della loro relazione sono lunghissimi, più freschi i due della seconda coppia. Infine ho trovato davvero insopportabili i pensieri-monologhi dei protagonisti, per altro al passato, del tutto inutili e pesanti. Si può guardare, ma sicuramente non è imperdibile.Considerați utilă această recenzie?
Old kdrama vibes
This particular drama has nothing so special but reminds me of nostalgic days back when I started watching kdramas both the leads had amazing chemistry awkward kiss and silly tropes .Them acting in a cute way and competing was my favourite part. It took me 7 hours to finish this kdrama and I enjoyed it .
Not too boring it was okkk give it a try you all will love it .
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Doctor Slump Review - ZyKuu
"Two doctors hit rock bottom simultaneously". The story highlights a positive way for parents to help care for their children whom are experiencing depression. This show does a great job at highlighting the importance of one's mental health and how you should treat it seriously. Both Ha-neul and Jeong-woo are high school rivals turned doctors. They both ended up relying on each other to climb out the gutter and eventually develop a relationship that blossoms into a romance. Personally, I was not intrigued with their romantic relationship as I feel like the second couple in lead stole the show. Hong-ran and Dae-young had a unique relationship that was heartwarming to watch. Overall I enjoyed the comedy aspects more than the romance. Ha-neul's family was entertaining and the star of the show for me was Ba-da. Ha-neul's younger brother Ba-da was funny in many ways and always lightened up the mood whenever he was on screen. Ha-neul's mother and uncle were both supportive and loving through every step of the way. The OST was great, and I believe that this show could have been reduced in episodes. Overall, this was a good watch and I would recommend this to anyone who is facing mental health issues as I believe it would guide you in the right direction while entertaining you.Considerați utilă această recenzie?
Light hearted feel good drama
I enjoyed this light hearted drama with family dynamics. It's very refreshing to see romcom with very good plot but one thing is that it don't need 16 episodes. They would have just ended it with 12 to 14 episodes. I really felt like they dragged the story for 2 more episodes. Otherthan that everything was nice to watch and feel good. I started this because of park hyun sik and fell for him again.. too much of green flag in drama's.Drama talks about mental health in a good very and you take many lessons along with you after finishing this drama. If you're looking for a light weight drama with family relations portraying in a good and supportive way, then go for it!!!
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Classic RomCom with nice moments
The story sounded good : 2 rivals in school meeting each other again several years later. Both having bad days (depression, work issue, burnout, bankrupt, …), supporting each other and falling in love and then finally getting better.A good start but quickly turned into a classic and predictable RomCom (with all tricks and clichés of this kind of drama). Nice moments sometimes but no surprise after all…
So nothing special to say, not a bad or good drama, just a classic one…
Great casting but usual overacting (that I don’t like).
It was my first drama with Park Shin Hye as FL, I’ve liked her. And my second drama with Park Hyung Sik, I’ve prefered his acting in Soundtrack #1.
Actors of support roles were good too (interesting « support couple », too bad their love story hasn’t been not more developped).
Production and direction were good.
I didn’t really pay attention to OST.
No rewatch value for me
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Cliche but Execution saves the Plot
When Park Hyun-sik is in a drama, it’s almost always the FL is a strong & independent woman. I like that many Kdramas he’s in has some feministic vibe. It may not be perfect, but it does tackle serious problems people in their adult life are facing. It’s just a bit disappointing that this drama seems to hold back on saying or showing more, as if it was censored or scared to cause controversy. Hence, it gets lost in the basket full of RomCom dramas with not much uniqueness.P.S. Finally a drama with Filipino cameo that does not put them as an "escape" country or something huhu
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So Much Potential, So Little Payoff
From the get-go, I was hooked by the promise of reunited rivals turned potential lovebirds. Picture this: two brilliant doctors, Yeo Jeong Woo and Nam Ha Neul, whose paths cross again after years of academic rivalry. Intriguing, right? The setup was golden—two professionals navigating life’s curveballs, all while sparks fly and awkwardness ensues. Cue the laughs and sighs of nostalgia!The drama kicks off with some solid comedic moments, which had me chuckling into my popcorn. But hold up, here comes the plot twist: the romantic journey between our leads, Jeong Woo and Ha Neul, takes a detour into Teen Romance Land. I’m talking about cheesy antics and aegyo that would make even the most die-hard K-drama fans blush. Seriously, these are grown adults, folks! Let’s tone down the leg kicks and embrace some mature romance, please!
Speaking of which, Jeong Woo and Ha Neul's love story is a mixed bag of emotions. The chemistry was on and off. And there are lots of confusing with dark mysteries and awkward mental health discussions thrown into the mix. The drama attempts to balance these elements, but occasionally stumbles in maintaining a consistent tone.
On the bright side, the supporting cast adds depth and warmth to the story. Park Hyung Sik impresses with his charm, though his character occasionally treads the line between endearing and over-the-top. Moments of familial bonds and career challenges resonate well, grounding the drama amidst its more fantastical elements.
Now, let's talk about the real stars of the show—the second lead couples. Their storyline steals the spotlight, offering a refreshing take on romance and family dynamics. As they navigate the complexities of single parenthood and budding relationships within the chaotic world of medicine, their chemistry lights up the screen. It's a breath of fresh air amidst the main couple’s rollercoaster romance.
In conclusion, 'Doctor Slump' is a delightful yet imperfect drama. It blends humor with heart, introduces compelling second lead couples, and keeps viewers guessing with its mix of romance and mystery. While it may not always hit the mark, its ambition and charm make it a worthwhile watch for those seeking a blend of laughter and heartfelt moments.
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Refreshing
very cute cozy kdrama with also a lot of angst and melodrama. I loved how they discussed mental health and so many other important themes such as burnout, friendship, single parents, grief, absent parents and so on. Great chemistry, great delivery by all actors and great plot. I don't really have nothing to say to this drama and maybe that's why I stop at a 8.0 grade. It was great, meaningful, cute but nothing incredibly memorable. I had lost interest at one particular episode (I think after episode 9) but thankfully after a two weeks break decided to try it again and I was very pleased with the ending.Considerați utilă această recenzie?
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Self-aware drama
Story: Two rivals from high school met again on their lowest moment. The story is about how they will overcome their burnout and traumas from work. It’s nothing very deep but it will make you be aware of yourself, of what you are doing in life, if what you are now, is what you want to be.Acting: I believe they did great in serving their roles however, the main couple just don’t have the chemistry despite acting really well. Their kissing scenes were great too but I just couldn’t feel the chemistry.
Music: most songs are appropriate for each scene, whether it’s emotional or happy moment.
Rewatch Value: I could rewatch most of Park Hyung Sik’s hysterics, although he had a few scenes that could be quite ‘too much / fake’, he was still cute & fun.
Overall: it’s been a long time since I finished this drama but I do remember that I recommended it to some friends ‘cos it’s a feel-good drama and perfect for binge-watching. It’s refreshing with some thought-provoking realizations as an adult.
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