*outline*
This drama was surprisingly so calm. I mean, sure, seeing the poster and title I did expect it to be something of like a spring-type nature. Of course, I got fooled for the 632925274th time. I should really stop assuming what a drama or movie is gonna be like based on the poster, title, and description. Even the trailers fool me. I didn't even read the description before watching it because I decided I wanted to watch the drama with a fresh mind. But I read the description right now and WTH. It's like a summary, they don't even hint at the depth of the amazing-ness of this drama. (not a word, ik)
{LINK TO DRAMA IN THE COMMENTS}


*analysis*
STORY : From the beginning, you'd naturally assume that the drama would take very cliche turns and twists but that really isn't a case. Actually, I didn't even know what I wanted to happen at each step in the story but it all happened. The director made me dream come true and I didn't even KNOW I had those wishes about them. Boomer. The pacing was amazing from the very start and no scene was wasted, it was clearly all building up until the very end. The confession was everything and nothing. I just wish there was a more finite ending. The kiss was worth the wait, especially after being teased so much by the playwright. A Season 2 would feel so good to watch, especially if it has the same quality of production, acting, story, OST and visual fx. It really was simply amazing from the beginning. Color Rush has been my favorite release so far, but this definitely topped it. I was really holding this one off for some reason too, so that just... disappoints me. How could I ever !! Also, despite the teasing, we got nothing even at the end ! Where's the skinship, y'all? This is why they seemed more like friends throughout the whole damn thing. Fudge.

ACTING/CAST : Okay, the one who confessed first was the one I was least expecting. I really expected the other one to confess. And no spoilers. You really gotta watch it yourself. I'm telling you, it's amazing. Both actors- no- all actors did amazing. We all know Jang Eui Soo is an amazing actor anyways. He's only ever played in hits and it shouldn't even be questionable why. Please tell me this drama got at least one award? The 10 rating was well-deserved. Tsk, Han Gi Chan. I want to see more of him already even though he only made his acting debut with this drama. We've all also seen Jeon Jae Yeong. The guy is one of the few kdrama comedians that shape the whole story. If it weren't for him, damn, this drama just- I can't even explain it. Yeah, he ended up making mistakes (he always does in his dramas anyways, except for those that he acts as a CEO-or-something in) but c'mon ! Why is he so good in his roles? Ngl, they're all a little similar... sigh- there's a reason he's stuck to his comedy roles, he just fits so well.

MUSIC : I didn't even have to think twice about rating this a 10. The different tracks in this album were played at the end of each episode, so they didn't even distract us from the plot. And a harsh pat on the back for that, dear editor and director. You did so well.
{LINK TO OSTs IN THE COMMENTS}

REWATCH VALUE : I would definitely rewatch this. I would always miss the characters despite the fact I didn't get much physical bromance, but rather emotional bromance. I don't even know how much the whole story line just distracted me from wanting some BL skinship anyways. I have no doubt this will be remembered and cherished by all.


*recommendations*
'To My Star' for a similar take on a popular and his friend(-ish).


Visit my Custom List "Asian BLs" which includes Korean, Thai, and Taiwanese BLs to see some of my watches. I don't actually give very low ratings because I believe every love has its own story. Check them out if you'd like some recommendations !! ^.^