Another Miss Oh

Although ultimately, I did really enjoy this series, it was a bit hit or miss with me. To start with the great, Seo Hyun-jin. Although her character was irritating at times, she portrayed the part excellently. I also enjoyed Kim Mi-kyung. I've only seen her in 'Mother' roles but she plays them perfectly.

The story concept was really interesting and I thought they did a good job with the two Oh Hae-young characters - one becoming insecure because she was constantly being compared unfavorably with her name-sake and the other being {mostly} oblivious to how her popularity affected the other. And I thought they did a great job with the makeup for Seo Hyun-jin in the flashbacks to make her less attractive. Of course they couldn't really do that with the 'present' version so the unattractive vs attractive comparison didn't really work for the bulk of the show.

And the theory of behind the 'visions' was new and interesting - I haven't seen that one used before.

I thought the ending was a perfect wrap up for the series. Especially the scene where everyone is together and starts arguing about dates.

As a side note, I always do find it amusing when they have an Idol-turned-actor sing poorly in the karaoke scenes.

But there were parts I didn't like so much. The drinking and drunk scenes were a bit excessive even by Kdrama standards. If real life in Korea is even a little like what they portray, liver transplants must be right behind cosmetic surgery in quantity.

And the leech-relative trope is one of my least favorites - just cut them off and out of your life already.

I also thought just-Hae-young's unrequited love for Do-kyung was unexplained. Sure he did a few nice things for her but her also was rather harsh in pushing her away. And while her background would have made her rather insecure, I don't see why she'd keep throwing herself at a seeming brick wall the way she did. Especially since, in the grand scheme of things, Do-kyung was the villain behind her latest set of issues.

There are two Oh Hae Youngs, one is beautiful and successful and one is ordinary and plain. They went to the same school where the ordinary one was continually embarrassed for sharing the same name. There lives become linked again through one man Park Do Kyung who has foreboding visions of his future. An excellent cast with highly entertaining stories of their own, and a truly outstanding performance by Seo Hyeon-Jin who wears her heart on her sleeve. A great series which captures moments and approaches in different relationships, with families, friends and those they love.

Some elements of the plotline isn't perfect, but what makes up for it is actually the flawed characters, especially the female lead. I love how Another Miss Oh has the female lead tackle confidence and self-esteem issues while finding and accepting love. The show also has her express bitterness, resentment, and even a bit spitefulness during crucial breaking points in her life, and that is refreshing since that's how life can be sometimes. It's not mere sadness and moping around but can be frustrating, angry feelings that can/should be poured out. It makes her relatable b/c it's what many would want to say to those who wronged them, but might never say in real life. It's not that she has the courage to say it to them, but it kind of feels as though she has nothing to lose. Sometimes it comes off as obnoxious and careless, but it can be seen as bold and fearless. She's not at all perfect, and that goes for the other Oh Hae Young as well as us. The story's plotline is interesting to keep you see how everything and the characters are tied together, but most importantly how to live life without regrets; say things you want to say and do things you want to do. Overall, an enjoyable watch!

Absolutely loved this - This show made me laugh so hard but it also made me cry just as hard - the cast was so good and the 2 main characters were amazing - I wish the show would never end but it did and thank you for such good ending .. what am amazing show.. now that I'm done watching it I will watch it all over again -I'm just in love with the male character.

I really really liked all the characters they were great but the main character -Eric Moon- absolutely loved his character and just could not get enough of watching him- he played his character so well - the kissing scenes were the best kissing scenes I have seen in the Asian dramas- on a quest to find more shows with Eric ..