Quirky watch for sure! I'm not invested but it is watchable and has some fun moments. Not sure if I feel the chemistry between the leads. I would be down to see them become friends/found family vs lovers for now.
Watched for the chemistry of the cast. It was breezy, fast paced. I enjoyed it enough and don't regret watching it. Almost dropped it at first, but stayed for the cast. The twist definitely threw me off, and I think the ending is meant to make us feel uncomfortable. Definitely left me thinking. The issues faced by the couple felt quite real too. I'm still bothered by how the guy figured out her number...
I get scared by the ghosts, but enjoying the show anyways. I'm loving Jang Nara in this role, and Yong Hwa has gotten so much better since I last watched him.
Great start. So much to unravel, and excellent acting by everyone. Can't wait for next week! Hopefully it becomes available on a legal site for people to watch with subs.
Here's a summary of things in this drama that make Knetz angry (This is not my content, I'm just translating it.…
Thank you for this! Been reading up a lot on different sites to help myself understand. Just want to add the hairstyles are not Chinese, but inaccurate for that time period. Because of that, it can be misconstrued as another non-Korean thing. Similar hairstyles have been used in other sageuks before and not always accurate, but was less of an issue because those didn't have all the other combined issues.
This! Knetz are not stupid and sensitive for reacting in this way. The frustrations and anger are a build up,…
Kingdom is praised and a good example of a well-done historical fiction, fantasy piece. The writer put in the effort to research, and the costumes, props, and other traditional parts were still rooted in history. Nobody was ridiculed or distorted.
I agree that the controversy was perfectly avoidable, but all the higher ups chose not to care. Also, the writer let another writer take over for the actual script writing of the second half of Mr. Queen to focus on JE, so he (Park) definitely had the time...
The frustration and anger that Koreans feel are valid. We, as international fans, need to understand that this issue is not a simple, it's fiction so anything should be allowed. Definitely a more complicated, nuanced situation tied with history and current events. Mr. Queen controversy was not as fervent because people brushed it off, which led to this situation. Now, with that in mind, people are escalating it and taking it further, so the issues don't get ignored.
The excuses/reasoning that the production and SBS have given are proven false/inaccurate, which angered people further. There's also mediaplay going on, not focusing on the complicated issues and sentiments; they simply say Knetz dislike all Chinese things. That is an oversimplification and dangerous statement. They've lost just about all their sponsorships, which shows the advertisers feel the situation is serious. I don't think sponsors would withdraw this easily.
As an Indian I will be highly offended if some indian movie or drama portrays British empire as knight in shinning…
This! Knetz are not stupid and sensitive for reacting in this way. The frustrations and anger are a build up, carried over from Mr. Queen. The same controversies happened during Mr. Queen, but they got buried because people brushed it off. That's also why the anger is more intense this time around, Koreans want to prevent any further instances.
Overall, I enjoyed this one. It was a mostly well done, fluff piece. The cast is gorgeous, sure the acting was…
Like many others, I adored Seojun, but I knew he wasn't the one for Jugyeong. I wish the actual last scene was the wedding with Seojun in attendance too, but we can't have everything.
Overall, I enjoyed this one. It was a mostly well done, fluff piece. The cast is gorgeous, sure the acting was uneven, but the ending is mostly satisfying. I had low expectations for this one since the webtoon is not good, but it ended up much better. The first few episodes were a bit rough and cringe, but glad I continued.
Ha-nee Lee is still the best for a character like Yeo-bin, and that doesn't mean Yeo-bin's role is bad.If a similar…
Agreed. I think Honey Lee did so well with the role in The Fiery Priest that I can't help but compare Jeon Yeo Bin. It seems like so far the FL is a poor imitation of Honey Lee, but I hope Yeo Bin will find her own flavor/character soon.
Good start! Had no idea what to expect going in. Kang Ha Neul was memorable in his cameo, and I hope we get to see him in flashbacks. Jisoo fits his character well while Kim So Hyun is excellent as mother and daughter. I'm just so excited for a Goguryeo sageuk since it's been a while.
I agree that the controversy was perfectly avoidable, but all the higher ups chose not to care. Also, the writer let another writer take over for the actual script writing of the second half of Mr. Queen to focus on JE, so he (Park) definitely had the time...
The excuses/reasoning that the production and SBS have given are proven false/inaccurate, which angered people further. There's also mediaplay going on, not focusing on the complicated issues and sentiments; they simply say Knetz dislike all Chinese things. That is an oversimplification and dangerous statement. They've lost just about all their sponsorships, which shows the advertisers feel the situation is serious. I don't think sponsors would withdraw this easily.