It seems my calling this drama a "Netflix Original" has ruffled some feathers. I did so because it has the 'N series' marker on its profile and is listed in its original shows section. I can understand why people are upset, because Netflix didnt contributed to production costs. As someone who doesn't research the behind the scenes of shows often (I'm a regular viewer giving my opinions with the hope of connecting with other kdrama fans) I can see myself making this mistake in the future. So, going forward I will simply let you guys know where you can watch it. Let's avoid misleading branding altogether 💕
Attorney Woo was my first kdrama. I was blown away by how fabulous it is. It has a sweetness to it that I just love. I give it a 10. After that, I watched Crash Landing, which I may never stop watching. It's by far the best thing I've ever seen.
Recently I was at a restaurant and sat at a table next a couple and what looked to be an adult child and a teenage daughter. I just remember that the son at some point started making noises every minute or so...funny thing was because I saw this kdrama my reaction was more what ? than an internal monologue of well that just someone being who they are....a completely different reaction from what my reaction would likely have been before this show...I am grateful for shows like this, they help me to be a better person.
This broke the ice for me to watch K dramas and I 1000% love it. I agreed to your reaction but unfortunately to me I didn’t see flaws to this Drama, that’s just me. The consistency of every scene is unbelievable. Even the camera is not focus to a character but they’re still acting. I just hoped that you’d post your reaction to every episodes.
I really enjoyed this drama and found myself grinning like a goof much of the time. ^^ I will admit, however, to getting a little impatient with the cases b/c I just wanted to get back to the main characters and their stories. Which is too bad because I think the cases were actually pretty interesting issues and discussions! But I just cared about the main character's ongoing arcs a bit more. haha... Great review! I definitely agree that there is a really good consistency throughout the series- which can be sometimes be lacking in Kdramas.
Agreed! Although I definitely enjoyed every episode and the commentary provided by the cases the character plots didnt get nearly enough screentime. I remember being slightly disappointed when an episode would end and we only got 1 or 2 scenes, only a few minutes really, with our main couple! ...but I guess it's better to leaves us wanting more of a great thing
I think you feel more invested in the cases when it has a connection to the character arcs, some of them despite being interesting cases didn't have that connection so it was less engaging for the audience.
@@lilypond5158 absolutely! I also think it would have been better to introduce the finale cases a bit earlier, because they are 2 parts. We could have the hacking case midseason that way her brother is introduced a bit earlier. Then the civil case where the brother testifies would have been given more room to breath in the finale. As it is right now, the brother comes out of nowhere a little bit for me and the time frames btw the 2 cases is way too fast! Makes it seem like legal processes happen within the blink of an eye and that's definitely not the case (pun intended)
This is the first I have watched of your reviews. You did a fair job overall, but I must take exception to the characterization of the male lead in the romance. I find myself really resonating with his extended simple smile as a token of deep and amazing affection. I am a guy, so it would mean that tome.. VERY realistic!
I give it an A++ . in your scale a 5! If I wanted to quibble about anything I would say the way it all was wrapped up a bit too neatly in the last episode or last two episodes. PARK EUN BIN'S portrayal of Woo Young Woo is one of those performances by an actor that is just unforgettable. She brings the character to life and inhabits the character so brilliantly. The whole cast is brilliant, her Hanbada Law firm co-workers as they gradually become her staunch allies is another facet that is wonderfully done. I have viewed around 10 K-DRAMAS now and as many Korean films. This is surely my favorite series. I think the Korean cultural aspect is intrinsic to the story. I have heard rumors that there my be an AMERICAN remake.. I THINK THIS WOULD BE A TERRIBLE IDEA. It would surely ruin it with attempts to be politically correct at all times. The character of Woo Young Woo is an innocent in many ways, she is a genius but socially in many ways like a young child . Remember not only has she never had a sexual relationship at the age of 27 she gets HER FIRST KISS in the series..she is however as "Hairy Boss" once says to her..."you are not like they say, you are very BRAVE"..Just a brilliant show!
American remakes are so hit or miss. ill wait and see who becomes attached to the project before making a judgment, like 'The Good Doctor' is an American remake of the original kdrama which (also featuring an autistic lead fun fact) and its done very well
I agree with ur opinion about the main leading male actor's performance. Besides it, i also think his character was too simlple like one or two dimentional. I hope to see more complex side of his character in next season. Thanks for ur lovely insightful review, Marie!
Huh did I miss something there is not wrong with his performance or smile the chemistry worked for me and the acting I never doubt him he was convincing that he loved adored and cherish her isn’t that why he went viral for his expressions in South Korea people have been praising his diction and expressions I don’t understand u and her why are you saying that
Now that you mention it @guitar11diary his character was a little too good to be true and maybe that's where my slight dissatisfaction comes from. I love ✨morally grey✨ charaters haha
@@MarieMaurerKdramaReview his character was like the good guy character I agree it can be boring but kang tae oh he is really charming and good actor maybe that’s why I enjoyed he also got the nickname green flag male lead of the year 😂 I agree not everyone vibes with that I just disagree with you comments on his smile or his expressions point of view I thought he nailed it he wasn’t given much of story but I believed he loved her and his smiles were genuine to me maybe I found his character refreshing goes I watched back chaeboel with sad back story or grey characters b4 watching this drama so I found him breath of fresh air
I agree with you, the male lead, although his character is written to be charming and even a little bit too good to be true, is the weakest link when it comes to acting. I think partly it’s because the other actors especially Park Eunbin, comparison wise, is too good. She’s so good, that she have chemistry with all her leading men, even make them “looks good”.
I actually think the coworkers aren't that well written. Neither of them do much in the cases. Young woo always comes up with the solution. And I get young woo is the genius here, but if they're completely useless, it makes you wonder why they're needed. Spoiler alert The male coworker tried to betray young woo. I never really liked how it was resolved. The coworker basically failed and gave up. There was no confrontation between him and young woo and he never apologized. He just abruptly had a change of heart. Other than that, I think young woo and the guy boss has the best writing.
Love Atty. Woo! I found kdramas about 6 months ago (YES!!) and am so pleased to find your reviews, Marie - thank you sooooo much!! 1. I don't see much - any? - mention of Crash Landing on You which is my fav so far. I've watched about 15 kdramas so far with no intention of going back to hollywood! (I'm American) 2. My only big, meaningful criticism of kdramas is the absolute bombardment of background music. It's unbearable - in more recent kdramas, they've started the overwhelming trend toward music almost all the time, even *during* dialogue. I want to hear dialogue at least a bit, so I watch kdramas with my ears plugged most of the time. I'm trying to find great older kdramas since the use of music is more judicious. (My opinion only - wonder if anyone agrees...?)
Hi welcome to the channel! I did do a first impression for Crash Landing on You about 3 years ago, ill link it here for you :) ruclips.net/video/40drE27khfA/видео.html
You're wrong, Marie. It is not a "Netflix Original K Drama." Netflix is just providing a broadcasting service, period. It DID NOT invest a penny in the production of EAW.
In Canada it has the little red 'N series' marker on its poster and its listed in the Netflix original shows section. But I'll double check and update my description asap if I'm wrong. thanks 🙂
@@areebaimran5430 Nope Areeba, you're wrong. We define the word 'originality' along with the production, not with distribution. EAW was produced by A Story, KT Studio Genie & Nangman Crew with a total budget of KRW 20 billion. ENA and Netflix didn't participate in the production and they are just local and global distributors. I happen to know all these because I am in the production business in Korea, and you can also double check these facts in Wikipedia.
I’m sort of binging it now. It’s kinda difficult because while I’m enjoying each episode, they just seem so long. It’s like 3/4 of a whole movie each time. Also this is not something I’d watch normally, but i randomly saw a Instagram reel where a woman was explaining the woo to the young to the woo thing. At the time i had no idea what she was talking about. I think there might have been a hashtag with the name of the show so i was able to Google it afterwards, but i had no intention of watching it. Then a few days later and that woo to the young to the woo was absolutely stuck in my head and i had to watch it at that point.
I agree with the romance, jun ho is just an overall flat character to me. His whole personality is being the ideal guy love interest. The acting felt kinda forced too as you mentioned before. It's hard for me to be fully invested in him as a love interest because thats all he is
I guess when they add the little 'N series' and list it with their other "originals" it's just a sneaky way to claim some credit. Like the the freeloader in every group project lol
@@MarieMaurerKdramaReview don't be fooled the the "N" logo. This literally means that Netflix purchased the sole right to air (outside of the native country).
The writers said they originally wanted IU (My Mister) for the role but she was too expensive. IU also would have done a good job but the woman who was actually cast was fantastic.
I haven't read anything referring to IU, but she is absolutely amazing! I'll find the article with the behind the scene story I told and link it in a separate replay 😁
@@MarieMaurerKdramaReview Everyone is saying I'm wrong so I guess it isn't true 😂. I'm totally happy with how casting panned out! Though I agreed about the male lead - it did not feel 100% believable but it could be because his character was not very complex.
@@LilacsAdore I'm not really into korean celebrity news, I'm basically just a kdrama viewer, so you could be right! I should double check my sources before claiming anything in review :)
Netflix did not produce the show. It is a Netflix original because they bought the rights to distribute it. Saying “Netflix original” is just a catchy marketing term
This was my first Kdrama. My mouth is open. So impressed and at the same time culturally shocked. So beautiful. I’m sure everyone else is asking this and too afraid to just ask. So I will. 1) would a gorgeous hot young man put aside above average gorgeous popular girls for a average appearing girl with huge challenges? I hope so, but in reality??? 😔. 2) Who at that age waits for sex? Is this a kdrama fantasy world? Is it not acceptable to put in kdrama and why there is this false narrative accepted? Sweet and nice but not realistic? Sex is norm and usual in America. Yes too much. But it can’t be that different. I don’t get it.
One answer is that kdramas are censored. But I assure you sex is in korean movies if that's what your looking for :) and other dramas can be steamy it depends
First of all it is fiction. It's not real. So don't judge it by what you think should be real or American. What he sees in her is someone innocent and charming and incredibly smart. Women are throwing themselves at him all the time but she stands out to him. So why can't he fall in love with her? Who says so. As for sex, she's autistic and focused only on the law and obsessed with whales. She's not outgoing or enticing to most men. And she is innocent in many ways. Is it not possible for someone like this to exist and still not have sex? What you will appreciate more and more if you watch more kdramas is how they leave sex for the most part out of it. They focus more on building slow burn romances. Characters falling in love. Not falling into bed with each other. Do yourself a favor and watch Crash Landing On You. Is that a realistic show when it comes to sex? No. Not close. But it is so satisfying in every way possible.
I'm fine with that. It's a story, not a documentary. Not every 20something is obsessed with sex and unwilling to wait for the right person and right moment. It was believable to me and so sweet really..
It seems my calling this drama a "Netflix Original" has ruffled some feathers. I did so because it has the 'N series' marker on its profile and is listed in its original shows section. I can understand why people are upset, because Netflix didnt contributed to production costs. As someone who doesn't research the behind the scenes of shows often (I'm a regular viewer giving my opinions with the hope of connecting with other kdrama fans) I can see myself making this mistake in the future. So, going forward I will simply let you guys know where you can watch it. Let's avoid misleading branding altogether 💕
Well, I guess we can let it slide, nah jk it’s all good. These things happen all the time.
Attorney Woo was my first kdrama. I was blown away by how fabulous it is. It has a sweetness to it that I just love. I give it a 10. After that, I watched Crash Landing, which I may never stop watching. It's by far the best thing I've ever seen.
Recently I was at a restaurant and sat at a table next a couple and what looked to be an adult child and a teenage daughter. I just remember that the son at some point started making noises every minute or so...funny thing was because I saw this kdrama my reaction was more what ? than an internal monologue of well that just someone being who they are....a completely different reaction from what my reaction would likely have been before this show...I am grateful for shows like this, they help me to be a better person.
I absolutely love this story! It shows the power of media, thank you for sharing 💕
This broke the ice for me to watch K dramas and I 1000% love it. I agreed to your reaction but unfortunately to me I didn’t see flaws to this Drama, that’s just me. The consistency of every scene is unbelievable. Even the camera is not focus to a character but they’re still acting. I just hoped that you’d post your reaction to every episodes.
I really enjoyed this drama and found myself grinning like a goof much of the time. ^^ I will admit, however, to getting a little impatient with the cases b/c I just wanted to get back to the main characters and their stories. Which is too bad because I think the cases were actually pretty interesting issues and discussions! But I just cared about the main character's ongoing arcs a bit more. haha...
Great review! I definitely agree that there is a really good consistency throughout the series- which can be sometimes be lacking in Kdramas.
Agreed! Although I definitely enjoyed every episode and the commentary provided by the cases the character plots didnt get nearly enough screentime. I remember being slightly disappointed when an episode would end and we only got 1 or 2 scenes, only a few minutes really, with our main couple!
...but I guess it's better to leaves us wanting more of a great thing
I think you feel more invested in the cases when it has a connection to the character arcs, some of them despite being interesting cases didn't have that connection so it was less engaging for the audience.
@@lilypond5158 absolutely! I also think it would have been better to introduce the finale cases a bit earlier, because they are 2 parts. We could have the hacking case midseason that way her brother is introduced a bit earlier. Then the civil case where the brother testifies would have been given more room to breath in the finale. As it is right now, the brother comes out of nowhere a little bit for me and the time frames btw the 2 cases is way too fast! Makes it seem like legal processes happen within the blink of an eye and that's definitely not the case (pun intended)
I've watched it 4 times so far - magnificent hug of a show!
This is the first I have watched of your reviews. You did a fair job overall, but I must take exception to the characterization of the male lead in the romance. I find myself really resonating with his extended simple smile as a token of deep and amazing affection. I am a guy, so it would mean that tome.. VERY realistic!
Happy to hear his performance resonated with you, and welcome to this little corner of the internet 😁
I give it an A++ . in your scale a 5! If I wanted to quibble about anything I would say the way it all was wrapped up a bit too neatly in the last episode or last two episodes. PARK EUN BIN'S portrayal of Woo Young Woo is one of those performances by an actor that is just unforgettable. She brings the character to life and inhabits the character so brilliantly. The whole cast is brilliant, her Hanbada Law firm co-workers as they gradually become her staunch allies is another facet that is wonderfully done.
I have viewed around 10 K-DRAMAS now and as many Korean films. This is surely my favorite series. I think the Korean cultural aspect is intrinsic to the story. I have heard rumors that there my be an AMERICAN remake.. I THINK THIS WOULD BE A TERRIBLE IDEA. It would surely ruin it with attempts to be politically correct at all times. The character of Woo Young Woo is an innocent in many ways, she is a genius but socially in many ways like a young child . Remember not only has she never had a sexual relationship at the age of 27 she gets HER FIRST KISS in the series..she is however as "Hairy Boss" once says to her..."you are not like they say, you are very BRAVE"..Just a brilliant show!
American remakes are so hit or miss. ill wait and see who becomes attached to the project before making a judgment, like 'The Good Doctor' is an American remake of the original kdrama which (also featuring an autistic lead fun fact) and its done very well
I agree with ur opinion about the main leading male actor's performance. Besides it, i also think his character was too simlple like one or two dimentional. I hope to see more complex side of his character in next season. Thanks for ur lovely insightful review, Marie!
Huh did I miss something there is not wrong with his performance or smile the chemistry worked for me and the acting I never doubt him he was convincing that he loved adored and cherish her isn’t that why he went viral for his expressions in South Korea people have been praising his diction and expressions I don’t understand u and her why are you saying that
@@Hazardousgal art is subjective. I'm not saying his performance was bad by any means, just that it didnt 100% work for me personally
Now that you mention it @guitar11diary his character was a little too good to be true and maybe that's where my slight dissatisfaction comes from. I love ✨morally grey✨ charaters haha
@@MarieMaurerKdramaReview his character was like the good guy character I agree it can be boring but kang tae oh he is really charming and good actor maybe that’s why I enjoyed he also got the nickname green flag male lead of the year 😂 I agree not everyone vibes with that I just disagree with you comments on his smile or his expressions point of view I thought he nailed it he wasn’t given much of story but I believed he loved her and his smiles were genuine to me maybe I found his character refreshing goes I watched back chaeboel with sad back story or grey characters b4 watching this drama so I found him breath of fresh air
I agree with you, the male lead, although his character is written to be charming and even a little bit too good to be true, is the weakest link when it comes to acting. I think partly it’s because the other actors especially Park Eunbin, comparison wise, is too good. She’s so good, that she have chemistry with all her leading men, even make them “looks good”.
Personally there were only a few moments when I truly felt the spark between them. Glad I wasnt the only one :)
I actually think the coworkers aren't that well written.
Neither of them do much in the cases. Young woo always comes up with the solution. And I get young woo is the genius here, but if they're completely useless, it makes you wonder why they're needed.
Spoiler alert
The male coworker tried to betray young woo. I never really liked how it was resolved. The coworker basically failed and gave up. There was no confrontation between him and young woo and he never apologized. He just abruptly had a change of heart.
Other than that, I think young woo and the guy boss has the best writing.
Yes. I found this very odd also.
I love how everybody underestimates her because she is Autistic, but then they have to acknowledge her Genius level IQ.
I totally agree with everything you said. Love your review.
I am at the same page with you on the dude just standing there. Though I also am not sure what else he can do. He can’t touch/hug her.
...Looking for "The King's Affection", I think. Just checked, it was.
Hi ~ I love your review.
Love Atty. Woo! I found kdramas about 6 months ago (YES!!) and am so pleased to find your reviews, Marie - thank you sooooo much!!
1. I don't see much - any? - mention of Crash Landing on You which is my fav so far. I've watched about 15 kdramas so far with no intention of going back to hollywood! (I'm American)
2. My only big, meaningful criticism of kdramas is the absolute bombardment of background music. It's unbearable - in more recent kdramas, they've started the overwhelming trend toward music almost all the time, even *during* dialogue. I want to hear dialogue at least a bit, so I watch kdramas with my ears plugged most of the time. I'm trying to find great older kdramas since the use of music is more judicious. (My opinion only - wonder if anyone agrees...?)
Hi welcome to the channel! I did do a first impression for Crash Landing on You about 3 years ago, ill link it here for you :) ruclips.net/video/40drE27khfA/видео.html
thank you!
My niece watch the show a lot !
always you are the best !🙈🍒💘
You're wrong, Marie. It is not a "Netflix Original K Drama." Netflix is just providing a broadcasting service, period. It DID NOT invest a penny in the production of EAW.
In Canada it has the little red 'N series' marker on its poster and its listed in the Netflix original shows section. But I'll double check and update my description asap if I'm wrong. thanks 🙂
It is a Netflix original series ..... You should check it again.....Marie is right 🙂
@@areebaimran5430 Nope Areeba, you're wrong. We define the word 'originality' along with the production, not with distribution. EAW was produced by A Story, KT Studio Genie & Nangman Crew with a total budget of KRW 20 billion. ENA and Netflix didn't participate in the production and they are just local and global distributors. I happen to know all these because I am in the production business in Korea, and you can also double check these facts in Wikipedia.
@@yunseungrhee6594 Oh ok but can you define why there is the Netflix's N sign on it??
@@areebaimran5430 Ha ha ha.... a Fact is a Fact, dude. A small 'N' sign doesn't change the FACT that Netflix is just a distributor, not a producer.
Looking forward to seeing this now thanks to you 🙂
I hope you enjoy it! It never failed to put a smile on my face
I’m sort of binging it now. It’s kinda difficult because while I’m enjoying each episode, they just seem so long. It’s like 3/4 of a whole movie each time.
Also this is not something I’d watch normally, but i randomly saw a Instagram reel where a woman was explaining the woo to the young to the woo thing. At the time i had no idea what she was talking about. I think there might have been a hashtag with the name of the show so i was able to Google it afterwards, but i had no intention of watching it. Then a few days later and that woo to the young to the woo was absolutely stuck in my head and i had to watch it at that point.
That greeting of theirs is just too catching not to watch the show haha
I am done with the series. Waiting for season 2
I agree with the romance, jun ho is just an overall flat character to me. His whole personality is being the ideal guy love interest. The acting felt kinda forced too as you mentioned before. It's hard for me to be fully invested in him as a love interest because thats all he is
netfilx is just a distributer of this. it means they bought the right to air it. that is it. that what Netflix does.
I guess when they add the little 'N series' and list it with their other "originals" it's just a sneaky way to claim some credit. Like the the freeloader in every group project lol
@@MarieMaurerKdramaReview don't be fooled the the "N" logo. This literally means that Netflix purchased the sole right to air (outside of the native country).
@@turner02 good to know! I made a pinned comment about this and wont be making this mistake again in the future
The writers said they originally wanted IU (My Mister) for the role but she was too expensive. IU also would have done a good job but the woman who was actually cast was fantastic.
fake news
Not true
I haven't read anything referring to IU, but she is absolutely amazing! I'll find the article with the behind the scene story I told and link it in a separate replay 😁
@@MarieMaurerKdramaReview Everyone is saying I'm wrong so I guess it isn't true 😂. I'm totally happy with how casting panned out! Though I agreed about the male lead - it did not feel 100% believable but it could be because his character was not very complex.
@@LilacsAdore I'm not really into korean celebrity news, I'm basically just a kdrama viewer, so you could be right! I should double check my sources before claiming anything in review :)
Netflix did not produce the show. It is a Netflix original because they bought the rights to distribute it.
Saying “Netflix original” is just a catchy marketing term
Please see the pinned comment :)
@@MarieMaurerKdramaReview no
Hey, loved your contents, are you also in audea?
thank you! audea? whats that?
This was my first Kdrama. My mouth is open. So impressed and at the same time culturally shocked. So beautiful. I’m sure everyone else is asking this and too afraid to just ask. So I will. 1) would a gorgeous hot young man put aside above average gorgeous popular girls for a average appearing girl with huge challenges? I hope so, but in reality??? 😔. 2) Who at that age waits for sex? Is this a kdrama fantasy world? Is it not acceptable to put in kdrama and why there is this false narrative accepted? Sweet and nice but not realistic? Sex is norm and usual in America. Yes too much. But it can’t be that different. I don’t get it.
One answer is that kdramas are censored. But I assure you sex is in korean movies if that's what your looking for :) and other dramas can be steamy it depends
First of all it is fiction. It's not real. So don't judge it by what you think should be real or American. What he sees in her is someone innocent and charming and incredibly smart. Women are throwing themselves at him all the time but she stands out to him. So why can't he fall in love with her? Who says so. As for sex, she's autistic and focused only on the law and obsessed with whales. She's not outgoing or enticing to most men. And she is innocent in many ways. Is it not possible for someone like this to exist and still not have sex? What you will appreciate more and more if you watch more kdramas is how they leave sex for the most part out of it. They focus more on building slow burn romances. Characters falling in love. Not falling into bed with each other. Do yourself a favor and watch Crash Landing On You. Is that a realistic show when it comes to sex? No. Not close. But it is so satisfying in every way possible.
I'm fine with that. It's a story, not a documentary. Not every 20something is obsessed with sex and unwilling to wait for the right person and right moment. It was believable to me and so sweet really..