Splash Splash LOVE (2015)

I've been hearing people talking about Splash Splash LOVE ever since it aired, but I didn't pay much attention to the hype. I didn't have time to watch a full-length historical drama and didn't know when I would get to it. For some reason I decided to check out the drama page and realized it was only 2 episodes, plus Kim Seul Gi was starring in it! Of course, I had to watch it. I may not have time to watch a full drama right now, but I certainly have 2 hours to spare. Every second of this drama was worth it.

Oddly enough, Splash Splash LOVE is the first time travel drama that I've watched and I absolutely adored it. The plot was so clever! Since I have no previous experience with time travel plots, I have nothing to compare it to so I don't know if this was and especially unique time travel drama, but I certainly enjoyed it. I loved the plot pacing and thought it was very well done for such a short drama. Plus everything tied together! The writers did an awesome job of including little details that ended up playing a part in the plot. The ending was really satisfying as well. I definitely wish that we could have more episodes, but at the same time I think that this length somehow worked.

The acting was awesome. The only cast member that I'm really familiar with is Kim Seul Gi and she did not disappoint. The rest of the cast was great as well. There wasn't a large cast of characters, but each person felt like they were fleshed out enough that we could get to know them to some extent within the 2 episodes.

I really liked the Splash Splash LOVE OST. It was refreshing compared to the other historical drama OSTs I've heard. I have nothing against the classic historical drama instrumental pieces, but this OST was just so new. It was quirky, but so was the drama and I really really liked it! The use of modern and upbeat songs added to the whole vibe of the show. Plus all of the songs are super catchy!

Overall I really liked Splash Splash LOVE. It's a drama I'd recommend to a friend I'm trying to get into dramas. I'd also watch it if you're in a drama slump. It's short and sweet but still lets you experience a range of emotions. It's a well rounded drama that took me by surprise. I wasn't expecting to enjoy it as much as I did and I certainly wasn't expecting to get this attached to the characters. It was a pleasure to watch and I am so glad that I gave it a chance!

My Video Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5SNSqkCCS8Y

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If you're looking for a short drama to give you all the feels. leave you satisfied and just fall in love with then this is it.

The plot for this show was so cute and clever, I loved it. The only reason it's rated an 8 on my actual list is just when I compare it to other dramas I've watched it is not the highest of quality (but it's only 2 episodes so it's understandable). This show was filled with funny moments and I didn't expect myself to love the main couple as much as I did. My only annoyance with this had to be the lead female's voice at times... So high pitched. But aside from that minor detail I will definitely be rewatching this on a rainy cold day to make myself laugh and re-experience all the cuteness. ?

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OMG THIS WAS SO PERFECT! Definitely a rewatch. This had me smiling the whole time, and it didn't have the annoying LOVE TRIANGLE! Gosh, I almost always hate it when drama use it, but luckily this one didn't. But anyway, this drama was just amazing form the get go, and at first I didn't want to watch it, because I thought it was going to be the same old plot of a happy go lucky annoying girl who goes back in time, and blah blah cliche plot...WRONG!
The female main was amazing funny, not useless, and completely relatable. And the main male lead was so amazing! I love his character and his little facial expressions. The actors here did a very good job. And the ending had me go YESSSS!! Finally at least it was realistic and the characters didn't have to sacrifice anything, to have a happy every after.
If 2 episodes dramas are this good, there needs to be more. But hey, what are you doing still reading reviews for? Go ahead and watch this already, and I promise you, you won't regret this.
And if you are familiar with some of the music here, you're fall in love with this drama even more. Squeal~ Happy drama watching! <3

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This little drama was so sweet!

Ok, the story itself is not a new one. It's not really a surprise how it will turn out. But nevertheless it was quite enjoyable. And at some point I WAS a bit surprised because for some seconds I really thought the ending would be another than what I was anticipating. A little turn of events that made my heart beat faster.

I think what I enjoyed most was this kind of Joseon. Everything was a little lighter, the atmosphere was not as dark and intriguing as in those other more serious historical dramas. Not so much whispering and treason and whatever. The plot was more focused on the young king and the girl. The development of their relationship was so amusing and sweet and I caught myself smirking everytime they were together. I smiled along with them alot, when they were happy about something. But there were also some sad moments where I almost cried.

I liked the acting alot, esp. the king (although he was not an eye candy for me). Still, he convinced me and earned my recognition since he was partly responsible for that sweet romance that both lead actors displayed so well. (But seriously, do you know the feeling when you think the Joseon style looked better on the guy than the present one? :'D)

Ah, don't forget about the little reference to another historical drama that made me giggle in delight.

(Music rating is a bit low because although it wasn't bad, it could have been a little better, something to remember)

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Have you ever felt not wanted? Did you feel like you have no self-worth? Did you try very hard on things, only for it to fail?

This is the story of Dan Bi. At one point in our lives we all want to run away. Run away from the responsibillities in our lives. And Dan Bi did just that.

I get it, the drama appeals for many due to the sweet romance. It's also really cute. But the one thing that striked me the most about this drama, was beneath all the romance there was a deeper issue.

Proving yourself in todays society is a necessity, and not all are equally good at it. Does that mean you have no worth to the world? Splash Splash LOVE addresses this with a subtle answer to the viewer.

This drama is as much about Romance as it is in resolving Da-Bi's issue about feeling incompetent. The show complements this by making her feel useful and finding people who appreciate her worth. It's about appreciating what you have, and making the best of it.

Yoon Doo Joon and Kim Seul Gi deliver a great performance, they have some great chemistry and it sure shows during the airing of the episodes. The amount of episodes complement this drama really well. Instead of dragging it out, they keep it to the point. Because of this you will find it hard to get bored during the two episodes.

So should you watch this drama? I'd say yes. The sweet story along with self-worth discory makes this for a great watch. Considering it's only two episodes long makes it more attractive too.

If you like romance, you should definitely watch this, because you are in for a treat if you do.

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A girl going back in time to flee from her exams is meeting the king of Joseon and has now to help him getting rain back in his land - and slowely, by every second they are together, their feelings are growing.
But her place is in the future and his in the past...
Even though the story is already not the newest and the policians of the king are getting on every nerve this was possibly the best short drama without a love triangle I've ever seen.
Nope not possibly...

The Acting is great, the cast is just pretty, there was not a single moment I had to laugh because of the naivity behind someones lines. There were funny moments because of which I had to stop the drama because I couldn't see the subtitles clearly while laughing.
I never expected this drama to have such funny moments, after tons of serious historical drama episodes without any moment of laughing I did not expect those "jokes" and laughed even harder.
There weren't any unneeded details. It was just so pretty. No unneeded flashbacks, no fillers, just one simple story going on - faster and prettier than I would ever expect of an "historical" drama. It was simply beautiful.

Happy moments, funny moments, sad moments, romance... every moment was cherished and not destroyed by to loud music which didn't fit with the situation or unneeded dialog/monolog.
And when the music stepped in then it fits, and hows the hidden thoughts of the girl. What else would you wish for? fitting music which not only makes the athmosphere but also steps in for the hidden monolog inside of the protagonists head, which was in many other dramas said out loud and destroyed the moment.

I'm not praising this drama for nothing. Those 2 episodes, those 2 hours of pretty athmosphere and beautiful good acting are nothing less then 10 out of 10 points/stars. Even if it was short, yust think about this: how would it be with another 20 episodes only consisting of fillers and then destroying this beautiful ending? No thanks, then I shall rather have only 2 beautiful hours of 100% story.

I wanna rewatch it already. So, give it a try! It's not sooo long and even if you don't like historical storys or timetravelling this much - it's worth it.
Make an opinion yourself. I can only say, that I liked it really really much, everything (exept the politicians...)

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I was really curious at the beginning when I found out about this show. It just seemed worth seeing! So I watched it and it just made me laugh so much and without noticing I fell for the characters.

The chemistry between the main actors is amazing and the story is just so cute and fun that I couldn't stop watching and ended up finishing it !

Don't look at it as if it would be just a normal historical romance drama, it is original and fresh!
I totally recommend this for everyone, as it will include funny scenes, romantic ones and also intense ones.

The music was beautifully placed and completed this wonderful drama, of only 2 episodes. Yes, most of wonder how it could end after only 2 episodes! It just makes you wish for more.

In conclusion, I am sure you will love this drama. Just give it a try.

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Objectively speaking, this isn't that good. I mean, I know I'm supposed to have some suspense of disbelief when watching a time travel drama, but this felt a little not thought out to me. I don't know, I thought the FL was quite annoying and her actions were at least bizarre when thinking about the situation she found herself in. She felt too much like a kid and had little to no critical thinking skills. She's 19! That's not *that* young!
The romance itself was cute at best, but not compelling. The ML was okay, they were sweet. But then again, the choices made were so far-fetched that I couldn't connect with them.
With all that being said, I love time travel plots and how the characters manage to adapt to another time period, so the rating could never be very low lol

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Perfect mini series for one evening

This is my 1st review on this app, but I just could not not do it! This 2-episode series was perfect for what I was looking for: something light, easily digestible and cute. Only meant to watch the first episode tonight, but ended up hooked until the very end.

Sure, you need to suspend your disbelief to fully enjoy a high schooler teaching a Joseon king some maths, but that's what drama is for. Some confusing editing made the storytelling feel rushed at times, but not enough to take away from the enjoyment.

My first time seeing the leads, and already added some of their more recent dramas to my watchlist! This drama is definitely going on my rewatch list too, I found myself chuckling at some scenes and crying at others.

Recommended if you're looking for cute lil romance to fill a rainy afternoon!

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The thing about Korean dramas is, sometimes there's not enough story to fill the number of scheduled episodes, and other times there's too much story and not enough episodes to cover all the stories. Thank goodness for this show, which shows that when a story and its characters are plotted properly, a simple drama can start off on the right foot and be wrapped up neatly at the end of it.

This is not the first drama I have seen Kim Seul Gi and Doojoon in. They are both actors and seem to be good at getting the right chemistry with their fellow actors. They are really cute together in this show.

The concept of this drama is not 100% unique. There are a few drama tropes like time travel, cross-dressing, and high school pressures. But we all know that when the tropes are used in the right way in a drama, it can still be a very enjoyable watch. Although the female lead character is a high school student, the themes of wanting to escape a miserable reality and realising your true potential are relatable on all levels.

I think this show will be a great watch and source of respite for hardened Korean drama viewers who are tired of watching the same tropes being used in the same way again in drama after drama, or of episode extensions with too much filler and no storyline progress. A short but refreshing watch!

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Uncomplicated and Light watch!

I'm pleasantly surprised with this mini-drama and its quality.
Despite being a two-episode drama, it isn't flawless, with some logical inconsistencies (like her bottomless pit bag) and plot holes here and there. But the inclusion of historical references, humorous moments and fun chemistry between the leads made it a delightful watch.

Both ML and FL did a fantastic job, with FL stealing the show for me!
- I loved how the FL thought jumping in the puddle was better than writing exams!
- All the math and science learning moments between the leads were easy on the eyes and fun!
- A special mention of the female lead's reluctance to not leave her damn world for the male lead. (You go girl! Come back, suffer and learn Maths and Science). I really liked how ML was also a rational being.
- Oh, and the final Kiss! It was perfect and a bit heartbreaking!

Overall, the simplicity was refreshing, although I wished it was longer.
Recommended if you are looking for an uncomplicated and light watch!

My actual rating was 8.8/10. Honestly, 9 felt too high and 8.5 felt too low. But with all the rounding system Math that I have learnt - 9 it is here.

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