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Kind of sitcom-like for half of it
First half of series is… just meh. Shrug. The focus wasn’t on the mains, it was more kooky sitcom-like involving lots of local villagers, scheming military stuff, slice of life differences, etc. I liked a handful of the side characters (esp the ML’s comrades in arms), but I wanted way more focus on the ML/FL and their budding romance, not spinning wheels on loads of side characters. Except the soldiers. Loved them.
Picked up midway through the episodes, and I liked it again with the change of venue and emotions, and a bit (barely) more focus on the main characters.
It’s watchable and respectful of North Korea people in that yeah, it’s obviously more rural and undeveloped, but just like anywhere, it’s mostly filled with good, decent, people who still manage to find ways around things (from body wash to posh rice cookers to electricity).
I felt that the fish out of water vibe was more waaaaay more fun to watch when we were in the South (2nd half of show) vs the 1st part in the North.
It’s not something that I loved or will remember well, but it’s kinda/sorta fun escapism. And the soundtrack, with its classical and piano touches, is amazing. Definitely memorable.
Picked up midway through the episodes, and I liked it again with the change of venue and emotions, and a bit (barely) more focus on the main characters.
It’s watchable and respectful of North Korea people in that yeah, it’s obviously more rural and undeveloped, but just like anywhere, it’s mostly filled with good, decent, people who still manage to find ways around things (from body wash to posh rice cookers to electricity).
I felt that the fish out of water vibe was more waaaaay more fun to watch when we were in the South (2nd half of show) vs the 1st part in the North.
It’s not something that I loved or will remember well, but it’s kinda/sorta fun escapism. And the soundtrack, with its classical and piano touches, is amazing. Definitely memorable.
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