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Birth of a Beauty Episode 3
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Once I realized that that this episode got a whole lot more interesting! Especially towards the end where Sa Ra might be doubting everything as a darker side of her tragic "accidental" death comes to light. Viewers get a more . . . dark and aggressive Lee Kang Joon foreshadowing beautifully that Sa Ra is married to a stranger and that she's just discovering things about him. Along with viewers, though we may have her one upped.
This episode incorporates business espionage, which I'm finding is a big thing in Asian dramas. There's some scary plots going on to take over the Winner group and Han Tae Hee character keeps getting more and more interesting! He knows he's the heir to the Winner company, yet what about all this mystery with his grandmother? How is Kang Joon entangled in this? And his picking Chae Yeon as his mistress an accident? Or some amazing-crazy plot devices in the future?
Overall if you can look past how you want this show to go, the development is finally happening. Sa Ra's naivety about life, and the man she thought was her Prince Charming, is slowly being shattered. Dangerous corporate espionage is being thrown into the mix, and the mystery of Han Tae Hee is build up nicely.
What started out as a quirky makeover drama with revenge against an unfiathful husband fast turning into the Korean Revenge?
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Cinderella and the Four Knights Episode 8
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For all the reason I've mentioned. Over use of immediate flashbacks and the feeling that the while there are some very unique and funny moments this is nothing new. At times it's painfully melancholy to the drama tropes that made me quite watching dramas for a while.
I know where this drama is going and if I'm bored now, it will probably be a painful wrap up. Besides watch my beautiful Ahn Jae Hyeon, I don't care about these characters. Well except to get Hye Ji some help. Girl has issues.
Goodbye for reals this time.
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Anywho, I get Hae Yeong's fear. Soo Hyun is back and safe, but who knows how meddling will change fate again? Part of me really wants to know what the original fate of the ex-con and his daughter would have been if Hae Yeong and Jae Han hadn't messed with the timeline. I feel like they're going to realize it's best to let things go the way they were meant to in the past and let Hae Yeong solve them in the future. Maybe? But I think the ultimate case is going to be saving Hae Yeong's brother in the past.
Of course, that all depends on how things will go with Chi Soo meddling! I love that he ratted Hae Yeong out to Soo Hyun. That's underhanded and very crafty. There's sooooooo much mystery going on. Was Jae Han silenced because of this bridge scandal (if so I understand why they made it so personal again), what happened with Hae Yeong's brother????(no really they keep teasing me!!!!), and will Soo Hyun be clued in on the transmissions? (It would be cool if she found out through Jae Han in the past and she's just pretending she doesn't know so the timeline doesn't alter? Maybe she finds out in the present timeline, or never does?) All of the possibilities of this show are wonderful brain teasers.
Overall this episode really gets things going. I love how this one seemingly simple case has taken on this crazy life. How what seemed like an unconnected case of the present timeline is connecting to the past. While I don't think this did much to develop most of the characters, I enjoyed seeing how Jae Han and Chi Soo met. It's been a great arc. Not to mention the commentary on how easily the rich are released from their crimes! When some poor guy was convicted for 20 years and the rich kid got 6 months with 2 years probation. The problem is that even though there was no proof against the poor ex-con no one questioned the fabrication of evidence. It's a sad truth of todays justice system.
I love a drama that can go there and make us think.
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The Liar and His Lover Episode 2
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However, she does make a really awesome grandma! She flipped the tables on that mean teacher. Not to mention flirting for band practice space for her dear grand daughter!
It's very cute about love at first song writing! Ha-ha. It's a bit sad, and real, to have her fantasies shattered about her mystery man. Though this drama brings forward the simple fact of misunderstanding someone.
I love that So Rim's friend pretty much fainted when he thought So Rim was fainting! So well done. What a cute and convincing job of it, not to mention the expression on his face. He might clearly have a crush on her I still love how caring her male friends are of her. Wanting to protect her.
More the the past between Crude Play is revealed. Not to mention more of Han Kyeol. The reality behind his choices and maybe the joy of music has become blurred by the harsh realities of the industry. True no one knows how hard it is for him, but then he doesn't really open up to other people.
I really don't have much idea about The Liar and His Lover. I'm trying to keep it that way! I do like the feel of this story. Though Han Kyeol, despite back story, is simply a jerk at this point. I won't lie I'm a bit creeped that So Rim is in High School. Thankfully she is a senior so technically things could get less creepy.
Overall I think this is a very fun and bright feel to it. I do have a soft spot for dramas with music and singing dreams. I also like the slightly more adult feel (Han Keyol's now ex-girlfriend and the CEO).
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Strong Woman Do Bong Soon Episode 5
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Even the guy on the train ended up with a broken finger!
Oh! What's with Gook Doo's girlfriend and Bong Soon's brother? They are totally both betraying Gook Doo. You could even see the moment when Bong Soon's brother was like okay, yeah she's pursuing me. At least the girlfriend should break up with Good Doo.
Oh, and yes Gook Doo's butt is amazing. Those pants are practically poured on. Even a straight man couldn't help but notice. ^_- Min Hyeok is nothing if not observant. He even picked up that Gook Doo likes Bong Soon too. So it's not so much one sided love.
The music of Strong Woman Do Bong Soon is practically its own character. I truly loved it and all the sound affect noises. Sometimes that style can be super annoying. Such as a lot of K-drama comedies use a rooster noise instead of a laugh track. However, the choices have been so clever and actually enhance the wacky storytelling style of the drama.
Bong Soon's mom is so terrible but I love her! Sneaking the lacey thong and bras in. He-he. What a twist. All three main characters will be crashing at CEO's. I love it. Though to be honest Gook Doo's personality kind of makes him unlikable.
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The Scholar Who Walks the Night Episode 1
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I watched Blood while it aired and sure it was campy and had a rough start. But this. I can't believe the updates I got for how amazing Scholar Who Walks the Night was and Blood got bashed. I. Just. No.
Firstly, the story is all over the place. The scenes keep cutting and jumping. It's hard to go from Sung Yeol reading the Crown Prince's book, to realizing that it's real. While there is no transition and there's flashbacks . . . that could have been sequenced into the timeline to I don't know, connect that the book was real? Point A to point B. I get it. The writers wanted to rush to the centauries ahead time jump. As soon as I can I'm gonna look up the writer and director. Cause if they have previous work before this . . . I'll be shocked.
Gwi. Oh, poor-poor Lee Soo Hyuk. Even his sheer sex appeal couldn't save his villainess character. Sure I melt at his voice and he has some of the least over the top acting. (Which is still over the top, just more toned done for this drama.) The hair though!! It's like someone wanted to emulate Interview with a Vampire's wigs . . . but then they went beyond too far. It's not a campy villain. It's just awkward.
Not to mention all the vamping out scenes. Sung Yeol's transformation was so painful to watch. So painful that I was reduced to laughing. In fact, I spent so much of this episode laughing at the sheer stupidity of it. This crap here is what gives vampire--and the whole supernatural genre--a tacky name.
I am so tempted to drop this drama now!! The writing is atrocious, the director is crap judging from the way the show is pieced together and the way these WONDERFUL actors are acting, and the music!!!! The music is painful. The whole time that music was playing during the love scene and then into the evil lair . . . I wanted to shoot whoever decided that blending those two styles to make romantic violin music and corny carnival tunes a thing.
I could ramble on forever. It's been a while since I've watched a first episode this bad. The will to drop it is so strong. I do not want to even give it 3 more episodes.
Oh, and how does the female and male leads first interactions go? She just played find the chipmunk in his garments. Of course the chipmunk bit her and now he's vamping out and got to hide it. Firstly, sexual innuendo overload. Secondly, where does that chipmunk poop? If he's living in her sleeve that means she's got . . . chipmunk poop in there. Which is ironic as I think that's the perfect way to sum up this episode. Chipmunk poop up your sleeve.
Okay. Okay, I'll stop. I'm upsetting myself.
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I love the setup for Wei Wei's friend and Cao Guang. It's super fun and they have great chemistry.
Overall I love the cast of characters and the story. Intertwining it all with the game and real life is perfect and I appreciate how cohesive the whole story is.
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Bring It On, Ghost Episode 3
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Speaking of vengeance the whole scenario of this star committing suicide and then as a vengeful ghost killing her online slanderers is very interesting! And a very creepy idea. Maybe I'm blood thirsty because I was all for her getting vengeance. However, what truly struck was that she was her own worst enemy. What Hyun Ji said really hit home. The reality is cyber attacking/bullying is harmful. The insight and the reality that it can very much hurt people was a surprising hidden message. The other side though is too love yourself enough to not give into the hate.
Overall I thought this was a fun episode. I don't think any of the drama ghost stories I've watched have ever burned clothes for the ghost before! Though I'm wondering why she could have used the toothbrush? There are some gaps in the mytho, but I'm guessing clothing would have to be on the ghost's plain to wear. The toothbrush can be used since things on the "living plane" can be affected by ghosts? I'll go with that.
Bring It On, Ghost kept me smiling! Well, when I wasn't totally creeped out. The cast is a ton of fun!! Chun Sang and In Rang are a hilarious duo! Not to mention how horrible a monk Myung Chul's is. That poor family!! The friendship growing between Bong Pal and Hyun Ji is really fun--yes, I know it's a build up to luv. Hyun Ji's character is so much fun and I'm looking forward to the mystery of her death. Or if she is dead.
I'm ready for Bong Pal's full story though! From the scar on his arm to why he ignores his father. I have an idea, but it's still all very exciting. Especially how the monk is involved in it all.
(Hyun Ji has good taste, that dress looked so adorable on her!)
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Cheese in the Trap Episode 1
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Not only am I very interested in the male and female leads, but I am in love with the side characters! I'm intrigued by them. Especially Seol's friends. I love how integrated they are in the story so far and hope it continues. I love how they still have actions and functions when Seol is "thinking" or not there. It's great and I look forward to seeing them be part of the story.
So far I like Seol. She's a hard worker. She has a strong enough sense of self not be taken in. While she can still be bullied, I like that she sticks up for herself. It's exciting to have the potential of such a female lead!
The acting is solid all around. Visually the show is stunning, the writing is clever, the music is nice, and I like the wardrobe so far. It always tickles my fancy when each character gets their own distinct look and I like they're style.
What I like is that this first episode is solely setting up the present day story. No flashback--well it could be argued but it's a linear story being told so I'm not going to call it a flashback. I'm curious what Jung has planned. To me it seems like he was uninterested in Seol and wanted to make her suffer. Then became intrigued and now likes her. In his own twisted way. I'm very curious about getting to know him more. I also like that not all of the characters are completely introduced in the first episode. We get a feel for a few and a rough introduction to some others.
All in all a promising start!
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Tenten is the latest incarnate of our cold male lead, but he feels warmer to me. Like the actor and the script for Kiss Me is breathing a certain warmth into the character. Even a very cool back story for a young Tenten and Taliw (who I'll get to). A backstory that might explain his overly harsh reaction to a certain letter scene. You know the note of love.
Taliw is clearly, at this point, my favorite version of the female lead. Before in her other revivals/interpretation I've found her "ditziness" to be too excessive. She never clicked with me. However, it's apparent here that Taliw is trying with her education and that her amazing "never give up" attitude. An attitude I hope continues on. Maybe it's also because the actress, Manaying Sucharat clicks for me.
Best yet the second male lead, King, is a hit with me. I honestly think he's going to be a great contender for Taliw's heart. And will probably leave dramas fans with the dreaded second lead syndrome. ^_-
Overall I think it's a promising start. It's the first time that the story of Itazura na Kiss has immediately clicked with me. The writing and dialogue works for me. Not to mention that the characters and the actors are meshing well. The changes so far are minor but refreshing. Not to mention I'm really enjoying the other cast members. Considering how much I loved of the leads childhood backstory I'm eager to see more of what young Tenten and Taliw were up to.
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Hello Monster Episode 1
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With it's vibe of Sherlock and monsters it feels like a mix of heady proportions. Come on that music is totally vibing off of Sherlock reboot with Robert Downey Jr. That aside it's clear that I Remember You might feel like a lot of things, it's clear to me that if the writers keep doing what they're doing IRY will stand on it's own swimmingly.
The show is a mystery in itself. I mean it's a mystery. What are the importance of these killings? Is it serial killer stuff? What happened to his father? All this talk of monsters? What is going on? There's a lot being built here and so much potential for where this show is going.
This setup sucked me in from the get go and now there's no turning back. I'm curious how much of the synopsis is correct. Because it seems to me like there's a huge massive murder that is going to be overshadowing the whole show. With such compelling characters and one heck of a setup I Remember You has tons of potential! It's clearly going to be a darker drama, but I still found myself chuckling at quite a few parts.
Well, I'm in.
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Sh**ting Stars Episode 12
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Sh**ting Stars Episode 10
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Sh**ting Stars Episode 8
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Love Between Fairy and Devil Episode 13
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