Buried Hearts

"Buried Hearts" grabbed me and forced me to binge. Some twists made me grimace and ask myself What? Why?

I was captivated by Park Hyung Shik's stunning performance. The other actors, despite questionable twists, turns, or dead ends, were superb.

The dialogue was excellent, the production lovely, and the OST well done. Action, drama, and comedic moments are well blended.

I would have liked more fire from Eunmam as she grows, and more about her business skills as well.

However, PHS rules. The character is complex, lethal, humane, focused, and caring. Amazing work.

I recommend Buried Hearts- not perfect, but pretty darn close.

Episodes 1 to 6 are a solid 9 stars; it feels like smooth sailing. However, there's a sudden shift starting from episode 7 through to the finale. The script becomes messy, and you can definitely feel the change. After watching the ending, I understood that they are planning to set up for a season 2. The reason I rate it 5 stars overall is that I don't like how they structured season 1 just to justify a season 2. Starting from episode 7, you can notice the deliberate prolonging of situations that don't make sense. The production team and scriptwriters didn't seem to bother adding anything to make it feel less forced, resulting in a messy, boring, and disappointing experience. 5 stars is only for the consideration of amazing acting of the cast.

I expect product placement in Korean dramas but usually it is subtle, in this one it breaks the scenes and the actors seem to suddenly be in an advert for kopiko which detracts from the tension.

That aside this is an enjoyable revenge drama where Seo Dong-ju (Park Hyun-sik) is the assistant to a chaebol and has an ill fated relationship with Yeo Eun-nam (Hong Hwa-yeon) a granddaughter in the family. Dong-ju steals a massive political slush fund from Yeom Jang-sun (Huh Joon-ho) and all hell breaks loose with the murderous consequences. It is an enjoyable drama but seems to lose its way a little in later episodes with the plot and pacing. The ending is left open with unresolved plot lines so hopefully there will be a season 2.

"Buried Hearts" is one of the best Kdrama that needs watching.

I was absolutely captivated watching "Buried Hearts" from the first episode to the last.

This kdrama is full of twists, intrigues, and emotional depth giving the viewers a thrilling experience.

The actors' performances are brilliant, bringing the characters to life with such well-invested emotions to create a captivating narative.

This kdrama is one of those kdrama that stays with you long after you watch the final episode.

Park Hyung Sik's acting skills make this show one of his masterpiece showcasing his versatility as an actor.

Watched Buried Hearts for Hyung Sik. And continued watching only for Hyung Sik. He was beyond brilliant as Seo Dong Ju. Acting, Looks, expressions - PHS nailed the role. I wish he does more shows like this where he can showcase his acting talent.

The show could have been better. Story could have been better. Strong premise but went flat after a few episodes. Some plot lines I really wonder what the writers were even thinking.

The female lead wasn't great. She seemed to have just one or two expressions throughout.

Everyone interprets the ending in their own way. I wasn't happy about it, but looking at the way the story went, it kind of makes sense.

Park Hyung Sik carried the show. He redeemed himself from Doctor Slump.