Romantic Doctor, Teacher Kim (2016)

One of the best Medical K-Drama

**My Review of "Dr. Romantic" (10/10)**

I recently finished watching "Dr. Romantic," and I have to say, it deserves a perfect 10/10 rating. Here's why this K-drama stands out for me:

**Character Development:**
The characters in "Dr. Romantic" are incredibly well-developed. Each one has a unique personality and backstory that makes their growth throughout the series compelling and relatable. I found myself deeply invested in their journeys, cheering for their successes and empathizing with their struggles.

**Realistic Medical Cases:**
The show's portrayal of medical cases is impressively realistic. The detailed depiction of medical procedures, ethical dilemmas, and the hospital environment adds a layer of authenticity that I really appreciated. It felt like I was getting an inside look at the real-life challenges faced by medical professionals.

**Performance:**
Han Suk-kyu's performance as Teacher Kim is nothing short of spectacular. His nuanced portrayal brings depth to the character, making him both inspiring and relatable. The supporting cast, including Yoo Yeon-seok, Seo Hyun-jin, Ahn Hyo-seop, and Lee Sung-kyung, also delivered outstanding performances that added to the overall excellence of the show.

**Emotional Depth:**
"Dr. Romantic" is not just a medical drama; it explores themes of redemption, compassion, and the complexities of human emotions. The show balances intense medical emergencies with touching personal stories, creating a rollercoaster of emotions that kept me engaged from start to finish.

**Cinematography and Direction:**
The series is beautifully shot, with excellent direction that keeps viewers engaged. The use of lighting, camera angles, and settings enhances the storytelling and adds to the overall appeal of the show. The visual quality is top-notch and complements the narrative perfectly.

**Minor Criticisms:**
While I absolutely loved the series, there are a few minor points I noticed:
- At times, the drama can be overly melodramatic, with heightened emotions and conflicts that might feel exaggerated to some viewers.
- Certain subplots, especially in the second season, felt dragged out, which can be a bit frustrating.
- Some plot developments are predictable, following typical K-drama tropes.

**Conclusion:**
Overall, "Dr. Romantic" is a must-watch for anyone who enjoys medical dramas and character-driven stories. Its blend of medical realism, emotional depth, and strong performances make it a standout series. Despite a few minor flaws, the show's ability to touch hearts and inspire viewers makes it a memorable and impactful drama. Whether you're new to K-dramas or a long-time fan, "Dr. Romantic" offers a compelling narrative that is both entertaining and thought-provoking.

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( Personally ) It was great but It takes time to get hooked.

At the beginning of the drama, I thought it would circle around the theme of revenge of our mc but I was wrong. From the first episode, I wasn't hooked that much but as I finished the episodes one by one. I fell in love. The more the characters develop, the more you understand them. We could say that Teacher Kim ( One of the mc ) is harsh and unlovable but as the story goes on, you'll def fall in love with him. I actually was hooked by the way his smile and the drama also shows that he has a bit of a childish side, which was very funny. I watch this drama because I wanted to know more about medicine and I wasn't disappointed. This whole drama was inspiring and I felt that this show convinced me that maybe someday I could become one of our MCs. Yes, It has romance which I want to commend because they add the right amount of romance in this drama. They made sure not to make one genre over the top while one is bringing down one. I would recommend this to those who like doctors, comedy, and with romance.

Personally, my favorite character would be Park Eun Tak. He's a nurse and a supporting character in this drama. I was caught off guard by his cute smile at the beginning and as the show goes on even though he didn't get many scenes, They still showed his character which made me fall in love with him more. I'm not saying the other characters are bad, In fact, I love all of them except the villain ( I want to drop him an island where there are a lot of zombies ). BUT EUN TAK IS MY FAVVVVVV.

Thank you for making this drama. It's def a memorable one for me.

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If I were to describe this whole series in one word, it will be passion. Master Kim knows what he wants, why he wants it and will do what he can in his power to achieve it. Passion for what he does is what drives the story of this drama. His no-nonsense approach reminds young doctors why they chose to be doctors in the first place and pulls them back should they get sidetracked by the dog eat dog world out there. He teaches them but he also let them experience the learning process in a way that is meaningful and practical.

I understand that healthcare can be such a profit making business but I really find it hard to believe that SK could be so harsh but maybe it does exist? I also find the premise of choosing who to treat first based on who arrived in the ER first is very weak and truth be told belittles what great job doctors do. Nothing could be harder than triaging who has the better outcome when push comes to shove, I wouldn’t want to be in their position. I did like how they showed how human emotions get the better of human intellect, Yoo Yeon Seok did a wonderful job portraying this inner conflict. Having said that it was a delight to see his chemistry with the FL whose acting was not too shabby. The star of this drama is Master Kim himself, he was perfect for the role. Each smirk, grin, smile and eyebrow lift was right on the ball except maybe his crying scene, I think that was a total fail and I laugh. I do have to say that this ahjumma have added Han Suk Kyu to her watch list!

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A binge worthy drama with suspense and drama

This is one of the dramas that had a well-thought-out storyline. There were many twists in the story and interesting character developments which was holding you in suspense. Most questions were answered at the end, which made it all an entertaining and satisfying drama to watch. I also did not expect me to enjoy watching the surgical scenes, but this drama made them interesting to watch.

Regarding the characters, I liked that every character had their own storyline, with each character adding something to the story. I was hoping at times for a bit more for the love story, since the first episode made me really want to see how their relationship would grow, but unfortunately, their relationship was not that satisfying to watch, even though the actors did have chemistry. But the hospital team grew on me and I really wanted to get to know them more.

I liked that there were enough light-hearted scenes in between all the suspenseful scenes and I found many scenes very funny and entertaining.

Therefore, I would recommend people to watch the drama.

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Life changing

Soooo.... I never leave any reviews as most shows have enough of them already. But... I can honestly say that Dr Romantic has left me with feelings I need to share. The storyline is really one of the best I have ever seen. The lessons that can be taken from each episode, the emotions that you experience with the characters and the moments where you go "no way!" or the "aha" moments makes this drama an absolute must watch. I could not fault one person's acting and the chemistry, oh the chemistry, from the first episode to the last. Makes me wonder how amazing it must not have been to be on set while shooting this series. I have been in the medical field for years, and there are times when you question why we do what we do. Dr Romantic has awoken my passion again, and reminded me why I chose this field in the first place. Isn't that what a story should do? Make you reflect upon life, question things that you have just accepted and when those last credits play, makes you want to go out and change the world. It might sound cheesy to most of you, but to me, Dr Romantic is truly an exceptional drama, as every single person on that set , did their job with passion as it is so clearly displayed by the quality of this story. I am eager to go to work tomorrow with this renewed passion, and my hope is that everyone that watches this drama takes something away that will improve how you see and act in this world. Thank you Dr Romantic!

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Story

I see a lot of people saying Hospital Playlist is better but I've never watched that so with nothing to compare with I thought the story was pretty good. The main villain was so annoying and petty and it felt like these people could just not listen to reason or let things go. Literally the he had no reason to be hating so much on Master Kim when he got more money and more shit going for himself but whatever. Character wise I loved Master Kim the most but didn't really like the two other doctors they were kinda annoying to me. The romance also didn't ship it and didn't make sense to me the first episode was definitely crazy af like a bomb exploded first episode then after that it was ignored lol. But yea I loved how every patient had a story or a lesson to tie in with I found that interesting.

Cast

Felt like the two doctors Master Kim was teaching were not really good actors lol and looked older than the role

Music

Not memorable and some ballads sounded like ass

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?Hola gente bella, ¿Cómo están?? Hoy les traigo la reseña del último kdrama que terminé: Doctor romantic, Teacher Kim.

?Por si no saben, esta serie nos cuenta cómo cambia la vida de los médicos Kang Dong Joo y Yoo Seo Jung luego de conocer al Maestro Kim, un cirujano con una personalidad intrigante y un pasado muy misterioso. Ellos tres, junto con el resto del personal del hospital Dolman, luchan por salvar a los pacientes que llegan a la sala de emergencias sin importar lo que tengan que hacer para conseguirlo.

Debo admitir que cuando vi el primer capítulo, dudé en seguir viendo este drama. Había algo que no me cerraba (puede que el prota) y estuve a nada de dropearla, pero antes de abandonarla quería estar segura de que no me fuera a gustar nada de nada, por eso decidí ver un cap más y cuando lo terminé seguía sin saber si dejarla o no, así que vi un cap más y cuando este terminó, yo ya estaba enganchadísima.

A mí en particular me gustan muchísimo las series de hospital, por lo que cuando empecé Doctor Romantic lo hice con miedo que se fuera más por lo romántico (o sea, ¿vieron el título?) y que el drama médico se quedara de lado, pero me sorprendieron gratamente, ya que se le da un papel muy importante a todo lo que sucede en torno al hospital y eso para mí es muy positivo.

❌¿Tiene cosas negativas? Sí, obvio. Está llena de clichés románticos, soluciones mágicas típicas de los doramas y algunas situaciones medio what(?, pero la serie es tan entretenida y pasan tantas cosas al mismo tiempo que esto puede ignorarse fácilmente... o no(?

A ver, para mí es una historia con personajes poco memorables (sacando a la enfermera Oh y al enfermero Park), pero eso no quita que sea una serie muy dinámica, con momentos de tensión, romance y llena de operaciones y sangre, por lo que si eso les llama la atención, les súper recomiendo este drama.

@altoplottwist

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best medical drama ever

honestly im a little sqeamish and always avoided medical dramas but my friend reccomended it to me and it was the best thing they have ever done.

after watching this drama my fear of blood was gone and i honestly became more intrigued with anatomy.

the casting is GREAT and the acting is so good i honestly was in shock every episode.

my ONLY problem with this drama is the title. when i first started watching it i thought it was a romance/medical drama but for the first 10 episodes there was very little romance, only in the first 2 episodes.

but nevertheless i really enjoyed this and i reccomend watching season 2 (2020) and season 3 (2023) as its just as good as season 1!!!

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Très bon drama médical

Très bon drama médical. L’histoire nous fait suivre le personnel d’un hôpital de campagne sous la direction du chirurgien en chef, l’étrange et talentueux Dr Kim. Drama alliant médecine, vengeance et soif de pouvoir. Le drama est assez long pour série coréenne (21 épisodes), mais il se laisse facilement regarder. On voit les personnages évolués tout le long de la série et nous découvrons peu à peu les secrets de chacun...
Personnellement je n’ai pas accroché à l'histoire, malgré des acteurs magnifiques, rendant le scénario encore plus captivant. Ce n’est pas un coup de cœur pour moi, surtout après avoir vu plusieurs kdramas médicaux.

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