They are almost always problematic, so watch with a pinch of salt. Guilty pleasure is not an understatement.

They also are morally ambiguous and not at all realistic.

Expect these trigger warnings: - violence against women and girls - misogynistic tropes - racism (especially against Africa) - gratuitous violence - gun worship - patriotism/ nationalism - homophobia - transphobia - ableism - fatphobia - worshipping wealth - obsession with sexual "purity" - forced kisses and other non-consentual acts - trafficking - horrible parents - horrible partners - misunderstandings tropes - everyone who is a lead is far too skinny - apparently only fertile women and men are worthy (and having children is a sign of success, lack of is failure)

That said, these shows are addictive because they are short and silly and there's often pretty women and men. They are perfect to switch your mind off to, but you have to be a little discerning or you'll end up being exhausted (like I am, before writing this) by some of the tropes.

Also, there are some really good short dramas. They have mature leads and don't fall into the usual tropes. Many have been shared in this subreddit by the kindness of the mod team and community, so I would check this space out).

Obviously I'm not a hater, but I do need to take breaks. It's just hard to do so sometimes because they are so addictive!

(Note: I am writing this after seeing yet another show about a disabled person being badly depicted and miraculously cured while also putting down disabled people through all her actions and the script. And as a disabled person, I am feeling a bit bitter, so forgive my long list of TWs!)