Temperature of Love (2017)

Temperature of Love is not a bad drama. It has a great cast and some of the lines or characters are incredibly memorable. The problem I had with it surfaced in the second half of the drama and I just couldn't finish it, which rarely happens to me.

For seven months I thought that I will get on with it but that just doesn't seem to be the case. The problem is not when you watch drama, I found myself quite interested in the storyline, but it's the motivation to continue with it, that prompted me to just read the synopsis of following eps and be done with it. It just is too long for what the plot it and the second half becomes so inconsistent with the behaviour of the characters that I almost felt a bit cheated.

And it is a shame. Temperature of Love has a lot going for it in the initial episodes, they are almost addicting. All of the main characters are so sweet and quite unique. The cast is excellent, there is not a single performance that I did not like. The chemistry between SHJ and YSJ is killer, and the friendship between YSJ and KJW is also very well done. I also really liked the character of chef On's mother. What a great perspective on the typical male lead's mother. And then it all sort of drifts into prolonged and repeated motives and conversations.

I almost feel sorry that I did not finish it, but I lack the motivation to. Maybe someday, but I doubt it.

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it had a good start and the main couple was really cute i admit that, i love them they might be the most mentally stable couple ever but that's the thing, when the characters are too normal it doesn't bring the story anywhere. i realized there was nothing more to the plot once they started going out, i love all of the casts personally but the plot was rather underwhelming. glad i dropped it so i wouldnt have to waste 10 hours of my life watching nOThing happen. its very lighthearted and stressfree but i dont think its worth to be 20 episodes. also i searched up the writer and the dramas she has written r all boring @__@ to me at least.

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Temperature of Love - It was a good drama. Not great, but good. It has its ups and downs. It got boring in the middle, but nevertheless, it picked up and managed to tie all the loose ends on the last episodes. I am going to be biased on this drama because I have to be honest, I just watched it just because of Yang Se Jong Oppa's smile....The female lead's character pissed me off when she got too indecisive in keeping the male lead. Too many issues, when they should have just stayed together all the time and made it a smooth and relaxing drama to watch. 2nd male lead should have had a partner in the end. I felt sad for him. 2nd female lead was too bratty but still had a partner in the end. I hope love changed her attitude. You may or may not watch it.

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Watch if you like laid back romance or YangSeJong feast

I stumbled upon this drama while checking out Yang Sejong's profile.Glad I gave this a chance despite the initial comments I've seen in here. This would more likely appeal to viewers who wants laid-back, slice of life dramas.

Notes:
- Acting is good and convincing, especially for the 2 MLs. Chemistry is so natural. It didn't bother me that i've just recently watched Dr. Romantic. They transitioned into the roles perfectly.
- Dialogue/script is good as well. It faintly reminds me of Run On.
- Annoying characters are tolerable
- On Jung Sun/Yang Se Jong: I loved how the character is very straightforward and honest. He knows exactly what he wants and sticks to it. I believe YSJ portrayed the character well. I'm a new fan obviously. His eyes are so expressive, especially when he's emotional/ teary-eyed. And that smile, so precious.
- Lee Hyun Soo/Seo Hyun Jin: Her character has its ups and down. I wished she could have been more firm with the rejection. She's the weaker link in the relationship but glad realization hits her quite quickly. I like Hyun Jin's acting as well. It's not overdone and I find her comfortable to watch.
- Favorite/Most remarkable line : " I've never confused you. Why must I be the only one that assures you?"

Would have given .5 star more if Won Joon had a different ending.

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I like this drama because it reminded me of my real life except the ending of my story diverged quite thoroughly from that of the main characters. But I could put myself in their shoes and dabble a little in my own ‘what if’.

It’s very true to life and I really appreciate that it didn’t have all the foolishness and very silly tropes that seem to be popular  in dramas these days.  This lead me to get vey invested in the outcome of the series. 

I foung myself talking to the screen as if these characters were my real life friends and have to say that this was very much worth watching.

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Somehow I liked this drama, and somehow I disliked it as well. The beginning was exciting and promising, but in the last 10 episodes I was just sitting with "I still have X episodes, when will this drama end and when can I start a new one" kind of thoughts, but I didn't want to drop it. I was hoping it will give that exciting vibes again - unfortunately that didn't really happened.
I was okay with Hyun Soo's and Jung Sun's characthers - even if in the beginning I felt Jung Sun somehow didn't respect his girlfriend, Hyun Soo lol -, but I liked Jungwoo's personality the most. I don't think that he overplayed his character, if he didn't be like this, things wouldn't work out like in that ways. And he wasn't  irritating me like Hong Ah did. That girl, oh my god... I don't want to talk about her and her relationship with Woon Jon. But the most worthed "couple story" was absolutely Kyung's and Joon Ha's. I loved them!

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I don't trust the rating and I won't!

I never reviewed anything in my life. I comment on episodes when I hate or like something in them. However, I never wrote a review before. This review is my third review for anything, and I will follow a particular template or structure as I saw in others.
Let me start with how much I enjoyed watching this show. It was a fantastic journey that I cherished and didn't want it to finish. I hold myself from watching episodes one after another to keep the feeling as long as I can. The lead actress was spot-on. Her acting in Dr. Romantic was fantastic, especially when it comes to the romantic part. She seems pure and suits her characters.
The chemistry between the leading trio was unbelievable how the story developed made it close to reality and added so much to its value. What made it even better was the likability of the evil characters or what should be in the eye of other dramas. I hated them for some episodes, then I sympathized with them and liked them toward the middle.
The way they directed and produced this drama was unique, from the choice of sites where they shot the scenes to how the camera roles. I enjoyed the portrayal of the buildings and how they move the camera to cover where you should look.
I saw some negative reviews saying that it was empty and didn't deserve the time to watch. I find these reviews weird. I want to read their point of view regarding "It's okay not to be okay" and how they stretch the staring scenes of the lead character whenever they meet or say "I love you" or "Why you don't love me".

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This series was really sweet. It started off at a slow pace but it had so many qualities, it was very entertaining. What I like most about the series was that the cast and the chemistry was almost perfect for the series. There were no extremely villainous people within the series. I also love the fact that the series seem really genuine. The situation is something that I can envision happening to almost anyone and their response is always the reaction that I believe would happen in real life. I really want to emphasize that the cast was amazing and the chemistry was great. I believe that it was very heartfelt and sweet. I honestly got second male lead syndrome for a while and barely got over it. He was not overly sweet but he was real, he was handsome and a good person. Loved him. What I did not like about the series was that it was a bit long and somewhat drawn out. I felt that it could’ve been shorter and it also seems like they gave a lot of screen time to things that really didn’t add value to it. As it got closer to the end I somewhat fast forwarded it. I believe around episode 23 or 24 it somewhat slow down and I started to get a bit frustrated. Overall I would still recommend this series because it was so realistic and genuine. I know that there was a small age difference in the male and female lead but it wasn’t really significant. It was just a few years difference and in all honesty their behavior mirror each other’s. So if you’re looking for a sweet and heartfelt mellow drama you might like this one.

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A surprisingly good time

Story:
Well-paced, believable and heartfelt.

Characters/Acting:
Even the most annoying character had traits that were relatable to me. I enjoyed the way the characters learned from their past and grew along the way. The chemistry between the three leads was excellent. I loved the relationship between the male leads especially. The acting in the show was amazing.

Music:
The music wasn't overbearing or cloying. It was always just right. I loved that.

Overall:
I felt at peace with the end of the drama and happy with the journey I'd gone on with these characters. This is a light, easy drama that pulls you in if you let it. I binged it in 3 days and I never felt anxious about the story or tense. I just wanted to go where it was takimg me. I can see myself watching this again when I want something to just make me feel good.

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Temperature of Love started out so good and then I don't know what happened to it but it like took a turn for the worst.

Story:
Like I said before it starts out good, the romance was cute and I liked the relationships all the characters had. Well except I absolutely hated Jo Bo Ah's character for a majority of the drama. She got better by the end but the story started to go to crap as the two male leads went through whatever you call they went through (it was dumb tbh) and then the lead couple (they went through realistic struggles) handled things so dumbly that I legit stopped watching the series for a good month. I did eventually return but only because of Yang Se Jong. So basically I liked the beginning, could've done without the middle crap, and then liked the end again.

Acting/Cast:
I was super excited to see Yang Se Jong in a romance drama but like this just wasn't the drama I was expecting. I did overall like his character though I didn't at times. The female lead was alright, she didn't really do anything note worthy. I did like their kiss scenes though. Kim Jae Wook's character annoyed me, he's not a very good friend whatsoever. I was disappointed since I liked him in Voice a lot. (Also did I mention at times I was more invested in the side character's romances? Well I was...)

Music:
I can't really remember the music so I guess it didn't stick out to me much. There are a few songs I liked though.

Rewatch Value:
I wound't fully rewatch the drama. I may replay some of the kiss scenes though, maybe even the ending.

Overall:
I don't recommend the drama if you aren't patient. Don't watch it with high expectations! Don't watch it because you love Yang Se Jong or Kim Jae Wook because it's highly likely you'll be disappointed.

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The story per self is not so bad, it was interesting to see how different people approach loving in different ways. But the development of the characters is a little odd. There are so many points that are not clear and difficult to understand, but maybe the writer wanted to show how people can be incomprehensible in real life too.

For the casting, I can say that the actors and actresses are good and achieved to deliver the character's personality and developments.

Other than the story which had some up and downs I think it is a drama that can be watched when you do have time for that.

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Endearing characters

When a love cynic and a romantic fall for each other.
See them manage their relationship along with money, work and family problems.
You feel for the male lead who has a more difficult life than the female lead.
Afterwards, I missed them and rewatched the show> That makes it a great drama.

Wow male leads. The bromance steals the show.
Yang Se Jong won the Best New Actor award at the Baeksang Arts Awards for his work here.
(I noticed him in a scene shared on YouTube which led me to the drama.)

20 episodes but intense:
The love triangle got so painful... (welcome to k-drama!) I started watching Love like a galaxy for relief!

Torture: the other suitor becomes so attractive that I fell for him too!

One character is temperamental / insecure / mean but is an interesting addition. We should get a reward for enduring her! The main characters were really patient with her. I may be more patient in the future. I could say that « I watch k-dramas to better myself » ^^

The only thing that bugged me « seriously » is the minuscule portions served by the cute chef. I am a hungry person ^^, I would never be a happy customer at such an expensive restaurant. Pretty presentation though, with edible flowers :)

A couple of things were not believable so I removed 1 point :p

As expected... apolitical, capitalist, heteronormative, still too little diversity to speak of, and !! too many plastic bottles. Cultural products could be part of the solution instead of being part of the status quo.

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