totally deserved the 0.1 increase in rating here! hands down! One of the reasons I watched this drama is because of the writer, her writings are not exaggerated, twists are not too much but just right and always hit the message she's trying to convey! Plus, every confrontation and lines from the characters just go straight to my heart! Congrats to the writer-nim, too!
Episode 10 and the preview for episode 11 made my hands feel cold, I was anxious for a moment. This drama is good, hands down. The writing, directing, cinematography are awesome. Aside from the brilliant acting of Lee Joon Gi and poignant emotions of Moon Chae Won, I want to give a shout for the ones playing the Baek's family with special mention to the one playing the real Baek Hee Seung! Such a short appearance as of ep 10, but totally blew me away!
Aaaaaah, episode 7. It's quite heavy. There were parts of the episode where I found my eyes discharging little tears. I'm not good with theories, so I will not try hard to guess, but it's nice to read some of the theories from here and on soompi. As of now, I know, Hyun Soo is not innocent for all the things he has done and it doesn't need to be just about murder.
Before watching this episode, I was already spoiled of what will gonna happen and how Ji Won was investigating her husband this episode, with notable tweets saying that she enjoys it, she's two faced and with two distinct opinions whether she's harsh or she's smart, and that they're glad she's not a crying baby. Before I go further down with my opinion of this episode, I just want to share my thoughts about those female who are emotional, in my own judgement -- it is not a weakness to be emotional and cry your heart out. Crying, actually, secretes a good feeling. People think you are weak if you cry. NO. But, only letting your emotions take over your sound judgement is the true weakness. And these emotions that I am talking about, it can't just be about the feelings of sorrow (as most people think), but, it can also be about our own intuitions or biases that we hold for or against something or someone.
Moving back to my opinion to this episode -- what Ji Won did to Hyun Soo, it did not *feel* *too cruel for me as others think, maybe, because I watched it in Ji Won's perspective or in this ep, I just was like a person passing by there who really wants know the truth or, maybe it is only because I am already spoiled! Just like Ji Won, I want him to confess and straight down, I want the truth to be exposed (not sure, if this what Ji Won really wants). But, after reading a comment from a person on youtube that what she did was unethical and actually dangerous to put someone with mental illness on that kind of position where his panic attack will be triggered, I think it would made sense to say that from a medical perspective, Ji Won did overboard. And what she did can be really considered cruel, even, I am *thinking* now, that it was a bit cruel. She and viewers like me who wanted to know the truth about Hyun Soo, we really might have gone far, as Ji Won also admits in the latter part of the episode. However, although she might have gone far, I do believe she still has the every right to investigate her husband, because, what Hyun Soo did is grave offense in every angle no matter what his reasons are, it's not something to ignore. She can love him while investigating the possibility of him being a cold-blooded criminal.
Moving on to Hyun Soo, as what others feel about him here, I also felt sad for him that he needs to hear the recording of what seems like -- his mother's humming -- in that basement. It was cruel for him and way too much for him, it was really a heart breaking moment. Aside from the theory that he maybe an accomplice of the serial killings that's why he's traumatized of that place, I think he's scared on that place for something related to his father's parenting style. So, it was really painful for him to go back on that house again, still, Ji Won did not know this, so I can say, that I understand her actions earlier although, those actions weren't always right. Ji Won, for me, she's not sadistic, she doesn't enjoy watching her husband go mad, but she's very very determined to know the truth.
To be honest, I still don't know what to feel about that cat and mouse chase between the two, I just know that it is heavy and quite hard for the both of the parties. Thank goodness, there is Moo Jin, he made me laughed at this episode. My favorite on this episode is actually Hee Sung's mom and Eunha's interaction. As always, Hee Sung's mom was crazy and anxious as always, but I'm glad to see her concern sides towards Eun Ha. From the start, I know there's good in her, deep down.
Wooooh. What a long comment, I know typos and grammatical errors are there, so, thank you for reading this.
The other reasons I see why people said that they did not like her acting is because of the biased judgment they…
Hmmm, thank you. However my comment above is not meant to stop others from criticizing the actors or actresses, as long as they are constructive, and if they aren't, I hope that we'll resolve it in a nice way. ^^ Let's just have fun watching the drama. I think the next episodes will be full of angst! I'm ready for it! :D
I understand what you are saying. I also love this drama and look forward to watching each episode, but this has…
It's okay. We all have different opinions anyway. :D
I kinda agree that her being a detective on the episodes 1 - 3 is too calm (but this could be because of the character she's trying to portay as what I've said above and I've got no problem with this), but in episode 5 and 6, I think she successfully expressed the depth needed for her character. Out of all the 6 episodes so far, those two eps are when I really felt her and have sympathized with her story. I think the emotions and psychological state of her character in episodes 5 and 6 are well conveyed.
I would like to see her break at one point and confront Hyun Su about him lying to her, but I am still positive and (really really) hopeful that after all the angst they will resolve their issues and start anew. I think their confrontation will show be shown on future episodes, maybe ep 8.
(btw, she already did break at one point on ep 6 but I am happy that instead of being controlled by her emotions (particularly anger and betrayal), she chose to investigate the truth about his identity and suspected crimes first. Many people are praising her about her reaction on episode 6 because what she did is not an easy thing to do. She's too strong, actually. If I were her, I might have lose my mind for everything that is happening, although of course I would first save my husband because after all, he's my family.)
I understand what you are saying. I also love this drama and look forward to watching each episode, but this has…
Maybe it's because of her character's calm demeanor as a detective. It was actually very contrasting to her senior is a little bit bulgar and instead of focusing on facts, focuses on his own institutions or biased judgments.
However, I do think that they did a good job on building up her character as a smart detective (as what they've shown on the ending scene of ep 6) whose judgments are not clouded by her own feelings but rather focuses on only the truth.
it's not the end of the world if people dont like her acting. also it's part of the show. and just because someone…
I know this is just my opinion, but on the romantic aspect, I don't think that the director meant to show their love story being romantic on the first three episodes, however slowly, they hinted us of their married life dynamics until they've reach episode 4 and showed us more clear view of Lee Joon Gi's character's feelings.
Going back on the first three eps before episode 4, I think the romantic aspect was really meant to be calculative, artificial and a little bit creepy. I mean, they gave a creepy scene of Lee Joon Gi (I loved his role and his acting, btw) then putted a lovey-dovey scenes of the couple in the next, so it would be expected that viewers will not find their scenes endearing or heartwarming. I just don't think that this is because of the female lead's acting. If you are also to watch the scenes where Lee Joon Gi's character tries to play with Eunha and act cute in their home with her or try to laugh with her wife, it also looked artificial for me and it was not because of the actor because I know he's doing great, but rather it was the atmosphere and lack of the story that they showed for the married couple in the first few eps. Actually, because of those first few eps, a lot of people actually thought (including me) that this drama will be a full blown thriller.
I respect your opinion if you really don't like her teenage character, but if you are pointing out that the actress is bad just because of the character she's playing, it is biased. (: Btw, you've said that her character is annoying then said that you don't like her acting but loved her character, your comment above made me confused o.O
I am not really a fan of this kind of story, first half was kinda slow for me and I did not like the personality of the male lead's character, but the second half is better. Overall, it turned out to be a good film, at least for me.
Btw, other might've not noticed it but, I loved Moon Chae Won's expressions on this movie especially when she's trying to push the guy's antics while they are working together. I think her expressions are natural and I really like that!
The Naked Fireman has 4 eps only, Avici is a KBS drama special.
Before watching this episode, I was already spoiled of what will gonna happen and how Ji Won was investigating her husband this episode, with notable tweets saying that she enjoys it, she's two faced and with two distinct opinions whether she's harsh or she's smart, and that they're glad she's not a crying baby. Before I go further down with my opinion of this episode, I just want to share my thoughts about those female who are emotional, in my own judgement -- it is not a weakness to be emotional and cry your heart out. Crying, actually, secretes a good feeling. People think you are weak if you cry. NO. But, only letting your emotions take over your sound judgement is the true weakness. And these emotions that I am talking about, it can't just be about the feelings of sorrow (as most people think), but, it can also be about our own intuitions or biases that we hold for or against something or someone.
Moving back to my opinion to this episode -- what Ji Won did to Hyun Soo, it did not *feel* *too cruel for me as others think, maybe, because I watched it in Ji Won's perspective or in this ep, I just was like a person passing by there who really wants know the truth or, maybe it is only because I am already spoiled! Just like Ji Won, I want him to confess and straight down, I want the truth to be exposed (not sure, if this what Ji Won really wants). But, after reading a comment from a person on youtube that what she did was unethical and actually dangerous to put someone with mental illness on that kind of position where his panic attack will be triggered, I think it would made sense to say that from a medical perspective, Ji Won did overboard. And what she did can be really considered cruel, even, I am *thinking* now, that it was a bit cruel. She and viewers like me who wanted to know the truth about Hyun Soo, we really might have gone far, as Ji Won also admits in the latter part of the episode. However, although she might have gone far, I do believe she still has the every right to investigate her husband, because, what Hyun Soo did is grave offense in every angle no matter what his reasons are, it's not something to ignore. She can love him while investigating the possibility of him being a cold-blooded criminal.
Moving on to Hyun Soo, as what others feel about him here, I also felt sad for him that he needs to hear the recording of what seems like -- his mother's humming -- in that basement. It was cruel for him and way too much for him, it was really a heart breaking moment. Aside from the theory that he maybe an accomplice of the serial killings that's why he's traumatized of that place, I think he's scared on that place for something related to his father's parenting style. So, it was really painful for him to go back on that house again, still, Ji Won did not know this, so I can say, that I understand her actions earlier although, those actions weren't always right. Ji Won, for me, she's not sadistic, she doesn't enjoy watching her husband go mad, but she's very very determined to know the truth.
To be honest, I still don't know what to feel about that cat and mouse chase between the two, I just know that it is heavy and quite hard for the both of the parties. Thank goodness, there is Moo Jin, he made me laughed at this episode. My favorite on this episode is actually Hee Sung's mom and Eunha's interaction. As always, Hee Sung's mom was crazy and anxious as always, but I'm glad to see her concern sides towards Eun Ha. From the start, I know there's good in her, deep down.
Wooooh. What a long comment, I know typos and grammatical errors are there, so, thank you for reading this.
I kinda agree that her being a detective on the episodes 1 - 3 is too calm (but this could be because of the character she's trying to portay as what I've said above and I've got no problem with this), but in episode 5 and 6, I think she successfully expressed the depth needed for her character. Out of all the 6 episodes so far, those two eps are when I really felt her and have sympathized with her story. I think the emotions and psychological state of her character in episodes 5 and 6 are well conveyed.
(btw, she already did break at one point on ep 6 but I am happy that instead of being controlled by her emotions (particularly anger and betrayal), she chose to investigate the truth about his identity and suspected crimes first. Many people are praising her about her reaction on episode 6 because what she did is not an easy thing to do. She's too strong, actually. If I were her, I might have lose my mind for everything that is happening, although of course I would first save my husband because after all, he's my family.)
However, I do think that they did a good job on building up her character as a smart detective (as what they've shown on the ending scene of ep 6) whose judgments are not clouded by her own feelings but rather focuses on only the truth.
Going back on the first three eps before episode 4, I think the romantic aspect was really meant to be calculative, artificial and a little bit creepy. I mean, they gave a creepy scene of Lee Joon Gi (I loved his role and his acting, btw) then putted a lovey-dovey scenes of the couple in the next, so it would be expected that viewers will not find their scenes endearing or heartwarming. I just don't think that this is because of the female lead's acting. If you are also to watch the scenes where Lee Joon Gi's character tries to play with Eunha and act cute in their home with her or try to laugh with her wife, it also looked artificial for me and it was not because of the actor because I know he's doing great, but rather it was the atmosphere and lack of the story that they showed for the married couple in the first few eps. Actually, because of those first few eps, a lot of people actually thought (including me) that this drama will be a full blown thriller.
this drama from the way I'm seeing it is even better than it's synopsis. I'm surely enjoying the emotional ride that this drama is giving me.
Btw, other might've not noticed it but, I loved Moon Chae Won's expressions on this movie especially when she's trying to push the guy's antics while they are working together. I think her expressions are natural and I really like that!