Completed 2023

I decided to track what I have watched/completed this year 2023.

I made notes on all of these and some I reviewed. 

If you are interested in checking out my review on the drama go to the link below, select; Sort By:  Most Recent and work your way down the list to the drama you are interested in.

https://mydramalist.com/profile/BbalanceD/reviews?sort=recent

BbalanceD Jan 4, 2023
167 Titles Loves
0% Watched
Denunciar
Sort By: Author's Order
BbalanceD's Rating
Your Rating
  • Papel de Rainha

    1. Papel de Rainha

    Korean Drama - 2022, 16 episodes

    10

    The queen, Im Hwa Ryung is played by Kim Hye Soo and is the driving force that commands attention. She come across as an intelligent strategist who is fiercely protective for her children, her husband the king and her position in the hierarchy.

  • Amanhã

    2. Amanhã

    Korean Drama - 2022, 16 episodes

    10

    Bravely tackling some dark emotional aspects that compel some people to want to take their own lives.
    Not for the faint hearted but strangely healing.

  • Animals

    3. Animals

    Japanese Drama - 2022, 8 episodes

    8.0

    Very glad I was able to locate a vers. with Eng Subs

  • The Director Who Buys me Dinner

    4. The Director Who Buys me Dinner

    Korean Drama - 2022, 10 episodes

    7.5

    Turning a dinner buddie into a lover proves difficult.

  • My Tooth Your Love

    5. My Tooth Your Love

    Taiwanese Drama - 2022, 12 episodes

    10

    Delightfully entertaining - hoping for a 2nd season to give air time to the various couples.

    Reviewed

  • Young Blood

    6. Young Blood

    Chinese Drama - 2019, 42 episodes

    9.5

    None stop action and plot twists, romance and martial arts from actors having a lot of fun.

  • Alchemy of Souls: Part 2

    7. Alchemy of Souls: Part 2

    Korean Drama - 2022, 10 episodes

    8.5

    I found this entertaining and if I ever rewatch the 1st series I will probably rewatch this as well.

    Reviewed

  • Chijo no Seppun

    8. Chijo no Seppun

    Japanese Drama - 2021, 10 episodes

    9.0

    Entertaining reminder of young love in it's first passion.

    Reviewed

  • Vocês Estão Cercados

    9. Vocês Estão Cercados

    Korean Drama - 2014, 20 episodes

    8.5

    As brilliant as it is, for me, the nasty people made it less watchable.

  • O Começo de Uma Nova Vida

    10. O Começo de Uma Nova Vida

    Chinese Drama - 2022, 40 episodes

    9.0

    Great sisterhood relationships to warm the heart.

  • Entre Nós

    11. Entre Nós

    Thai Drama - 2022, 12 episodes

    8.5

    I will watch again because I was expecting/hoping for a feistier,  more flirty couple and this was a much slower paced drama

  • Casamento, Não Namoro

    12. Casamento, Não Namoro

    Korean Drama - 2014, 16 episodes

    9.0

    Good fast paced crazy fun with a terrific choice of backing music .

  • A partir de agora, hora do show!

    13. A partir de agora, hora do show!

    Korean Drama - 2022, 16 episodes

    7.5

    I enjoyed the first half but I lost enthusiasm when the past life plot was introduced.

  • Men with Sword

    14. Men with Sword

    Chinese Drama - 2016, 30 episodes

    9.0

    This drama is primarily exploring power and male friendships.
    None of our MLs are married and each has been brought up in court where intrigue, betrayal and suspicion are rife.

    Reviewed

  • Crush Secreto em Você

    15. Crush Secreto em Você

    Thai Drama - 2022, 14 episodes

    7.0

    Almost dropped. I went back to give it another chance and the friendship aspect between everyone was lovely and supportive.

  • GAP

    16. GAP

    Thai Drama - 2022, 12 episodes

    5.0

    I wanted this to be a gamechanger for the FL scene but it fell short. The GAP was between the actors.

  • A Dignidade de Um Cavalheiro

    17. A Dignidade de Um Cavalheiro

    Korean Drama - 2012, 20 episodes

    10

    Loved every aspect of this LOL drama. The actors were terrific and captured my interest and laughter every episode. PS the prologues were brilliant.

  • Lutas Céu Afora

    18. Lutas Céu Afora

    Chinese Drama - 2018, 45 episodes

    10

    This was a Harry Pottter at Hogwarts kind of vibe with lots of fun CGI monsters and fighting.

  • O Que Você Comeu Ontem?

    19. O Que Você Comeu Ontem?

    Japanese Drama - 2019, 12 episodes

    9.0

    The every day actions of work, domesticity, shopping and cooking that this couple share demonstrate the love and care they feel for each other.  

    Reviewed

  • Golden Spirit: Joseon Marriage Prohibition

    20. Golden Spirit: Joseon Marriage Prohibition

    Korean Drama - 2022, 12 episodes

    7.0

    The bad guys get a suitable end and the two leads marry. Watch 'til the end for more cute fun and fairy tale ending to wash away any bad taste left over from those middle episodes.

    Reviewed

  • Utsukushii Kare Season 2

    21. Utsukushii Kare Season 2

    Japanese Drama - 2023, 4 episodes

    9.5

    These two beautiful and talented actors have me invested in their outcome as a couple.

    Reviewd

  • One Shot Scandal

    22. One Shot Scandal

    Korean Drama - 2023, 16 episodes

    7.0

    The actors did well but the main story was lost among all the side stories and the two leads were ill matched.

  • Para a Minha Estrela 2

    23. Para a Minha Estrela 2

    Korean Drama - 2022, 10 episodes

    10

    A very poignant, messy, break-up that is worth investing time to watch.

    Reviewed

  • Miss S

    24. Miss S

    Chinese Drama - 2020, 34 episodes

    9.5

    Gorgeous and stylish costumes a handsome detective and all the good supporting cast make this highly entertaining.

  • Mr. Pride vs. Miss Prejudice

    25. Mr. Pride vs. Miss Prejudice

    Chinese Movie - 2017

    8.0

    Sometimes you just need silliness

  • A Flor Proibida

    26. A Flor Proibida

    Chinese Drama - 2023, 24 episodes

    10

    I want a follow up to these people and their lives I am very invested in their characters.

    Reviewed

  • Absolute BL

    27. Absolute BL

    Japanese Special - 2021, 1 episode

    9.0

    Super fun and quirky twist to all the BL tropes and very entertaining.

  • No ar Um Homem Que Desafia O Mundo de BL 2

    28. No ar Um Homem Que Desafia O Mundo de BL 2

    Japanese Special - 2022, 1 episode

    9.0

    Our ML has succumbed to the BL world, however, it is not all plain sailing despite his wry observations.

  • 609 Bedtime Story

    29. 609 Bedtime Story

    Thai Drama - 2022, 11 episodes

    9.0

    The build up to the mystery and not providing all the answers made this a standout BL.

  • Amigo Íntimo — Temporada 1

    30. Amigo Íntimo — Temporada 1

    Thai Drama - 2021, 6 episodes

    8.5

    Mostly showing flirtation they are easy to watch and entertaining.

  • O Amor Estrelado

    31. O Amor Estrelado

    Chinese Drama - 2023, 40 episodes

    10

    Excellent production with so many aspects to like, enjoy and be entertained with.

  • Amigo Íntimo — Temporada 2

    32. Amigo Íntimo — Temporada 2

    Thai Drama - 2022, 6 episodes

    8.5

    There is a hint of a 3rd season I will happily watch as their seems to be an improving trend from the writers.

  • Madeira Norueguesa

    33. Madeira Norueguesa

    Japanese Movie - 2010

    7.0

    Prepare to feel jaded.

  • Ode to Daughter of Great Tang

    34. Ode to Daughter of Great Tang

    Chinese Drama - 2021, 55 episodes

    5.5

    Disappointed with some incredibly cruel, sexist and overly privileged behaviours from the main characters and lack of romance.

  • Dra. Atraente

    35. Dra. Atraente

    Chinese Drama - 2020, 28 episodes

    8.5

    Delightfully funny had me grinning and chuckling over the tropy cross dressing antics of the FL.

  • Tem Algo de Errado Conosco

    36. Tem Algo de Errado Conosco

    Japanese Drama - 2020, 8 episodes

    10

    This is a complex story of traditional mores in a conservative Japan and the tragic consequences.

    Reviewed  

  • The Intimate Lover

    37. The Intimate Lover

    Korean Movie - 2005

    10

    Love or Lust at first sight

    Reviewed  

  • Love You Forever

    38. Love You Forever

    Chinese Movie - 2020

    9.5

    Clever time travel used for a sad and poignant love story

  • O Que Você Comeu Ontem?

    39. O Que Você Comeu Ontem?

    Japanese Movie - 2021

    8.5

    The every day actions of work, domesticity, shopping and cooking that this couple share demonstrate the love and care they feel for each other.

  • Ore no Kawaii wa Mosugu Shohi Kigen!?

    40. Ore no Kawaii wa Mosugu Shohi Kigen!?

    Japanese Drama - 2022, 9 episodes

    9.0

    The cuteness factor is captured beautifully by the male lead and his personality had me rooting for his success.

  • Our Dating Sim

    41. Our Dating Sim

    Korean Drama - 2023, 8 episodes

    9.5

    Both actors fit their character well and the romance is well paced and believable.

  • Ameiro Paradox

    42. Ameiro Paradox

    Japanese Drama - 2022, 8 episodes

    7.0

    There is not enough good acting to make the pairing believable as a romance only a bromance.

  • Watashi to Otto to Otto no Kareshi

    43. Watashi to Otto to Otto no Kareshi

    Japanese Drama - 2023, 10 episodes

    8.5

    Take one heterosexual female married to a closet gay man and introduce a bisexual, polyamourous cutie who is romantically interested in both of them and you realise this is not a simple cheating story.

  • Bed Friend

    44. Bed Friend

    Thai Drama - 2023, 10 episodes

    8.0

    I think the two main leads in this drama did a terrific job  these two oozed sexiness and they felt very connected.

  • Luz em Mim

    45. Luz em Mim

    Korean Drama - 2021, 16 episodes

    8.0

    The themes of first love, heartbreak and emotional bravery are all here and this is what made this a good series.

  • Calor em Uma Noite

    46. Calor em Uma Noite

    Chinese Drama - 2023, 36 episodes

    9.0

    The two leads are constantly bickering, bantering and teasing each other and their connection is very likeable.

  • Love Battle

    47. Love Battle

    Korean Drama - 2023, 10 episodes

    9.5

    Heaps of laugh out loud moments, comedic, cringe, slapstick and acerbic wit combine to deliver good romance/comedy.

  • Two Belles in Love

    48. Two Belles in Love

    Chinese Movie - 2021

    8.0

    A brief entry into a story depicting two lives imitating beautiful opera.

  • I Will Hit You

    49. I Will Hit You

    Thai Drama - 2022, 12 episodes

    10

    A super BL story that is about love and uses comedy to touch our hearts.

  • Tell Me It's Love

    50. Tell Me It's Love

    Korean Drama - 2023, 16 episodes

    7.5

    A very well acted drama but it needs patience to endure the slo-mo action.

  • Meu Marido Mandão

    51. Meu Marido Mandão

    Chinese Drama - 2022, 24 episodes

    9.0

    A short, refreshing palate cleanser

  • Novolândia: O Castelo No Céu

    52. Novolândia: O Castelo No Céu

    Chinese Drama - 2016, 28 episodes

    7.5

    A bit dated now (7 years on) but lots of action, magic, machines and fantasy to keep me interested.

  • Rinko-san Quer Experimentar

    53. Rinko-san Quer Experimentar

    Japanese Drama - 2021, 8 episodes

    9.0

    A well depicted Jdrama romance with a pretty FL

  • Their Report Card

    54. Their Report Card

    Korean Drama - 2022, 8 episodes

    9.5

    Terrific way to tackle taboo sexual topics. Tasteful, funny and believable I enjoyed this short drama.

  • A Boss and a Babe

    55. A Boss and a Babe

    Thai Drama - 2023, 12 episodes

    6.0

    Force deserves a better written vehicle so he can show off his acting skills.

  • Bu Liang Zhi Nian Qing Chu Shi

    56. Bu Liang Zhi Nian Qing Chu Shi

    Taiwanese Drama - 2023, 12 episodes

    10

    The main characters are 3 dimensional and we get to see their strengths and weaknesses.

  • Cafe Funiculi Funicula

    57. Cafe Funiculi Funicula

    Japanese Movie - 2018

    7.5

    Some of the stories were the best part because those actors were very good.

  • Chefe Kim

    58. Chefe Kim

    Korean Drama - 2017, 20 episodes

    10

    I am joining the throng of enthusiasts that fell in love with this offbeat comedy.

  • Peach of Time

    59. Peach of Time

    Korean Drama - 2021, 10 episodes

    7.5

    The plot was muddled and took on too much for the no. of eps.

  • Unintentional Love Story

    60. Unintentional Love Story

    Korean Drama - 2023, 10 episodes

    10

    I was totally captured by the 4 main actors in this drama.

  • Ela e o Seu Marido Perfeito

    61. Ela e o Seu Marido Perfeito

    Chinese Drama - 2022, 40 episodes

    6.5

    It has an interesting plot framework that jarred with me on many levels.

  • His

    62. His

    Japanese Movie - 2020

    9.5

    A well acted and thoughtful story

  • Moonlight Chicken

    63. Moonlight Chicken

    Thai Drama - 2023, 8 episodes

    9.0

    All in all I found the characters flawed and believable .

  • Até o Fim da Lua

    64. Até o Fim da Lua

    Chinese Drama - 2023, 40 episodes

    7.0

    The ML is definitely the star of the show and this is well acted. The FL is gutsy and cute and also cold blooded at times.

  • Bokura no Shokutaku

    65. Bokura no Shokutaku

    Japanese Drama - 2023, 10 episodes

    9.5

    This is a cleverly written and acted slice of life BL that is heartwarming.

  • Xian Wei Jing Xia De Da Ming

    66. Xian Wei Jing Xia De Da Ming

    Chinese Drama - 2023, 14 episodes

    9.0

    A well written tale well told and relevant today.

  • O Sangue da Juventude

    67. O Sangue da Juventude

    Chinese Drama - 2022, 40 episodes

    8.5

    A rollicking fantasy drama with heaps of special effects martial arts.

  • Raise de wa Chanto Shimasu

    68. Raise de wa Chanto Shimasu

    Japanese Drama - 2020, 12 episodes

    8.5

    This was a very off beat comedy that touches on just about every sexual topic that 20 somethings have to think and deal with.

  • Park Ha Kyung Travel Diary

    69. Park Ha Kyung Travel Diary

    Korean Drama - 2023, 8 episodes

    8.5

    A very easy watch and calming.

  • The Eighth Sense

    70. The Eighth Sense

    Korean Drama - 2023, 10 episodes

    8.5

    I felt totally invested in the characters portrayed by  the two main leads.

  • Muchu sa, Kimi ni

    71. Muchu sa, Kimi ni

    Japanese Drama - 2021, 5 episodes

    9.0

    Quirky, well made and surprisingly good.

  • Minha Nossa, Fantasma

    72. Minha Nossa, Fantasma

    Korean Drama - 2015, 16 episodes

    6.5

    Good in parts and off in parts so quite inconsistent but the actors nailed it.

  • Conto da Nove Caudas 2

    73. Conto da Nove Caudas 2

    Korean Drama - 2023, 12 episodes

    8.0

    A showcase for the Goblin crew with Ryu Hong Joo being the outstanding character.

  • O Retorno do Abismo

    74. O Retorno do Abismo

    Chinese Drama - 2023, 40 episodes

    10

    A terrific Wuxia fantasy that needed just a bit more loving in their romance.

  • Se os Gatos Desaparecessem do Mundo

    75. Se os Gatos Desaparecessem do Mundo

    Japanese Movie - 2016

    9.5

    A very life affirming drama that tackles the subject of living and the contribution we all make to it.

  • A Tractor Loaded with Love

    76. A Tractor Loaded with Love

    Korean Drama - 2023, 8 episodes

    8.0

    Short and sweet with great location and music

  • Jack Frost

    77. Jack Frost

    Japanese Drama - 2023, 6 episodes

    9.0

    Well worth watching and a cut above most BL offerings.

  • Go Princess Go

    78. Go Princess Go

    Chinese Drama - 2015, 35 episodes

    8.5

    A fabulously funny parody of imagined palace life.

  • The New Employee

    79. The New Employee

    Korean Drama - 2022, 7 episodes

    7.5

    An enjoyable sweet tale of love.

  • 17 Sai no Teikoku

    80. 17 Sai no Teikoku

    Japanese Drama - 2022, 5 episodes

    9.0

    It is a good premise and deserves to be developed further.

  • Silent

    81. Silent

    Japanese Drama - 2022, 11 episodes

    10

    Beautiful, sad and yet uplifting - well worth watching.

  • Call Boy

    82. Call Boy

    Japanese Movie - 2018

    10

    Wonderful acting and rewatch value is there because of the emotional journey.

  • Love Like the Galaxy: Part 1

    83. Love Like the Galaxy: Part 1

    Chinese Drama - 2022, 27 episodes

    10

    Terrific. Looking forward to the second series.

  • Sherlock

    84. Sherlock

    Japanese Drama - 2019, 11 episodes

    9.0

    The cases are interesting and the criminals are sufficiently odd to attract Shishio's attention.

  • Celebrity

    85. Celebrity

    Korean Drama - 2023, 12 episodes

    9.5

    There are many twists and reveals and some heart pounding moments that kept me watching.

  • O Amor Maior

    86. O Amor Maior

    Korean Drama - 2011, 16 episodes

    10

    Pure entertainment

  • Amor Como Galáxia: Parte 2

    87. Amor Como Galáxia: Parte 2

    Chinese Drama - 2022, 29 episodes

    8.5

    A high quality production that I scored lower due to the latter part of the episodes.

  • Hidden Love

    88. Hidden Love

    Chinese Drama - 2023, 25 episodes

    10

    If your cynicism has not enured you to sweet romance then you will feel uplifted, warm and fuzzy watching this well made drama.

  • His Man Season 2

    89. His Man Season 2

    Korean TV Show - 2023, 14 episodes

    10

    Attractive men who get the chance to step out of their comfort zones to quickly choose and declare their interest in the inhabitants and hope it gets reciprocated.

  • See You In My 19th Life

    90. See You In My 19th Life

    Korean Drama - 2023, 12 episodes

    6.5

    I lost patience in the last quarter

  • Shigatsu no Tokyo wa...

    91. Shigatsu no Tokyo wa...

    Japanese Drama - 2023, 8 episodes

    7.5

    Parts of this BL were well done, however, the acting was not great. They seemed to conscious of the audience so intimacy was toned down.

  • A Princesa e o Lobisomem

    92. A Princesa e o Lobisomem

    Chinese Drama - 2023, 30 episodes

    9.5

    An easy to watch drama that wraps up all the elements at the end and gives us a happy ending.

  • Casa Vazia

    93. Casa Vazia

    Korean Movie - 2004

    10

    This is a subtle tale that deserves your attention.

  • Flores para Algernon

    94. Flores para Algernon

    Japanese Drama - 2015, 10 episodes

    9.5

    I was pulled into the plight of Sakuto and was pleased how the ending was wrapped up.

  • Senhorita Sherlock

    95. Senhorita Sherlock

    Japanese Drama - 2018, 8 episodes

    8.0

    This female Sherlock is not a compelling as male versions

  • O Mundo dos Casados

    96. O Mundo dos Casados

    Korean Drama - 2020, 16 episodes

    9.5

    Not one for the soft hearted.

  • Stray Kids

    97. Stray Kids

    Korean TV Show - 2017, 10 episodes

    10

    Thoroughly enjoyed watching the Stray Kids when the first fought for their debut in the highly competitive KPOP world

  • Fique Comigo

    98. Fique Comigo

    Chinese Drama - 2023, 24 episodes

    10

    I sincerely hope a season two with these two MLs is slated.

  • Ore no Sukato, Doko Itta?

    99. Ore no Sukato, Doko Itta?

    Japanese Drama - 2019, 10 episodes

    8.0

    A school drama with a difference.

  • Para todo Sempre 2

    100. Para todo Sempre 2

    Chinese Drama - 2021, 24 episodes

    8.5

    This is an unrequited love story and ends tragically, however, there is a sequel to assuage your sadness Forever and Ever.

Tendências