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All Posts Tagged With "high school"

Solomon’s Perjury Korean Drama Review

GOOD!
A drama brimming with youth, angst, and suspense with a strong moral message.
By Kemmie | May 27, 2017 | Drama

Gavel of Justice

Based off of the same title Japanese novel, Solomon’s Perjury has one of the most gripping mystery storylines of the year. The story begins with a mysterious death at an elite high school that have all the students …

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10 Fun Student Themed Kdramas for Back to School

Check out some of the most interesting teen dramas to help you get through school.
By Monisha | Sep 30, 2016 | Drama

The school year is back upon most of us, so I was inspired to create a list of some of my favorite school based teen Kdramas. Hopefully they’ll get you in the mood for school, and perhaps help relax your …

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Moorim School Korean Drama Review

BAD
An elaborate setup of mysteries turned into havoc by poor execution and shallow characters.
By Monisha | Apr 16, 2016 | Drama

Failing Grade

Moorim School is a fantasy action drama centered around an enigmatic school hidden from the world and students with powers unbeknownst to themselves. As the students try to make sense of peculiar incidents happening at the school, they …

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Orange Marmalade Korean Drama Review

MEH..
A sweet but predictable vampire romance story with a moral lesson on perception.
By Kemmie | Mar 27, 2016 | Drama

Sugarcoated Romance

Orange Marmalade is a high school musical drama with a lot of heart and a double dose of sweetness, wrapped in the classic setting of the perpetual conflict between vampires and humans. The drama is packed with everything from …

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Assassination Classroom Season 1 Anime Review

MEH..
A unique premise that walks the fine line between new sensation and apocalyptic failure.
By Guest Writer | Mar 4, 2016 | Anime

This post is by guest writer Adeline Zhang.

Kill or Be Killed

It’s sink or swim with the kids of Class 3-E as they try to kill their Earth-threatening, alien teacher. A unique scenario always walks the fine line between …

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Sassy Go Go Korean Drama Review

MEH..
A cliche but heartfelt idol drama that sends an uplifting message.
By Guest Writer | Feb 4, 2016 | Drama

This post is by guest writer Jara Rowe.

Cheer Up

Upon first sight, Sassy Go Go is your typical high school drama set in an overly competitive school, Sevit High School. Your typical high school drama begins with typical characters …

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Charlotte Anime Review​

BAD
Jun Maeda's super-powered students try but fail to make an emotional drama.
By Guest Writer | Jan 4, 2016 | Anime

This post is by guest writer Liam O’Loghlen.

Feels Bad

Over the years Jun Maeda has firmly established himself atop the dubious throne of the visual novel melodrama, and subsequently expanded to the throne of the anime melodrama. He’s developed …

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Who Are You: School 2015 Korean Drama Review

GOOD!
An exceptional blend of gripping mystery and adorable high school romance.
By Angela | Oct 29, 2015 | Drama

Mirror Mystery

There’s an old saying of “don’t judge a book by its cover”, which most definitely applies to Who Are You: School 2015. Upon hearing its title and cast alone, I deemed it as just another teen Korean drama …

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Angry Mom Korean Drama Review

GOOD!
Deep characters and great writing help deliver a profound story about family and friendship.
By Monisha | Sep 29, 2015 | Drama

A Force to Be Reckoned With

I’ll be honest, when I first heard the premise of Angry Mom, I thought it would be silly and cheesy. But I was absolutely wrong. Angry Mom gave me a thoughtful, emotional drama, complete …

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Sailor Moon Crystal Season 1 Anime Review – Part 2

MEH..
Despite some quality moments, the anime loses its moonlit luster towards the season’s end.
By Guest Writer | Sep 22, 2015 | Anime

This post is by guest writer Sarah Minazzo.

Dark Side of the Moon

After a brief break in the middle of the season, Sailor Moon Crystal returns with the 2nd story arc, Black Moon, as dedicated to the original manga …

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Higurashi When They Cry Hou – Chapter 1 Onikakushi Game Review (PC)

GOOD!
A deceptively dark sound novel that starts slow but ends with heart-pounding thrills.
By Guest Writer | Aug 11, 2015 | Gaming

This post is by guest writer Erin Burke.

Sound Scares

Higurashi When They Cry Hou – Chapter 1 Onikakushi is a sound novel focusing on teenage transfer student Keichi Maebara and his friends: Rena Ryuugu, Mion Sonozaki, Satoko Houjou, and …

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Gekkan Shoujo Nozaki-kun Anime Review

GOOD!
A hilarious satire of shoujo manga that is impossible to watch without cracking a smile.
By Guest Writer | Jun 25, 2015 | Anime

This post is by guest writer Justine Banal.

Comic Relief

It’s a classic scene out of a Japanese high school romance novel. Freshly fallen cherry blossom petals adorn the benches and walkways around the campus. The school day has finally come …

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Haikyuu!! Season 1 Anime Review

GOOD!
A realistic sports anime that truly depicts the meaning of working hard to achieve your dreams.
By Guest Writer | May 21, 2015 | Anime

This post is by guest writer Adeline Zhang.

Volley Without Folly

A typical high school setting. Average shounen-style art. Haikyuu!! seemed like just another slice-of-life sports anime — or so I thought. For a long time sports anime meant basketball …

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High School King of Savvy Korean Drama Review

GOOD!
An enjoyable rom-com with ridiculously funny moments and a whole lot of likable characters.
By Angela | Apr 11, 2015 | Drama

Dual Identity, Double Fun

To be honest, I didn’t know much about High School King of Savvy except that it’s centered around a high school kid who becomes a Retail Director and ends up living a double identity life. Intriguing concept? Perhaps. But the swinging …

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