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*** Love Scout ***
(2025 - Viki 12 1:10 eps)

[!!CW!! Synopsis & non-spoilery review.]

A mature office romance with the cold boss/kind sec. flipped. Both have pasts that made them distance themselves from emotion. Neither cares for themselves: one cares for others, the other only for work. Character growth comes as they learn about themselves & each other.

Acting is wonderful: kids are adorable, 2nd couple is a great surprise, & the office staff bring some fun.

Beautiful visuals: reflections & unique framing & lighting. Story is well done, even if the past traumas are contrived. Music, lighting, or events emphasize the scene's emotions: walking & chatting along a narrow path, but as the path opens they start sharing more; a cut on a finger physically representing cuts to the heart. The details & creative look into relationships make for a cozy drama.

https://mydramalist.com/756733-greetings

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Sh**ting Stars
(2022 - Viki, 16 1:00 eps)

Can't make a hashtag with *. The Korean title makes wordplay with "poop.” The title could also be "Shitting Stars.” Because Entertainment companies clean up after the actors’ messes.

An enemies-to-lovers story about an actor & his management/PR staff. It's a cute & sweet romcom with only a bit of trauma. The story is interesting, & the acting is good. The chemistry between the leads was weak (I didn't feel the chemistry with the FL in Weightlifting Fairy either). The transition to lovers seemed to move too fast for their history, which they hashed out with a 2 sentence conversation, but they were darling together.

The other couples are worth watching for their stories. It was a fun watch, with many familiar faces, & an interesting peek behind the scenes.

https://mydramalist.com/698379-shooting-star

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