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HAHA, that line was really funny.

I feel so captivated by this drama and in such awe. It is too good to be seen by only few which is just too sad because there is such depth to each episode. We are still in april but perhaps this will be my favorite series of the year. I hope that this feeling that I have by "Our blues" will continue to stay in that way.
I also had another thought in my mind which was the criticism to which some have of the "popular" actors and actresses starring in "Our blues". I understand that in comparison to my liberation notes this one is receiving slightly more attention (arguably in regards to current viewership ratings) but I love watching dramas where the cast lean towards veterans once in awhile. You can expect well performances by each one and there is something so cool about seeing the ones starring here all together. Obviously my liberation notes hold long-experienced actors as well but I am writing this as it seemed that this was an opinion lots of people had. But both dramas either way depict the daily lives of characters but in slightly different ways. I am watching both but I find myself thoroughly enjoying "Our blues" tremendously and that in comparison to all the other ones I am also currently watching.
Shin Min Ah is one of my favorite actresses and I have seen her in several dramas but to see her play a mom but also with someone dealing with depression was quite heartbreaking to watch. To see that her son is the the only reason why she remained alive only to hear him say "that she is sick" and therefore could not play with him in that clip must have been so heart wrenching for her. I can completely understand the decision she made at the end and I truly feel for her. Shin Min Ahs really embodied her character and I love that we get to see how someone with depression view everything around her. That POV was so important to shed light on in order to show people the kinds of struggles people with depression encounter every day.
I also find myself in such compassion for these two teenagers dealing with also a completely difficult situation and they are going to face some extremely painful talks with their respective parents and also the rest of the community. But the way they cherish each other and love each other gives me hope that they can face this despite the challenges.
All in all I am so in love with this series and I wish for it to remain beautiful and captivating as it has been until now.

omg I didn´t realize 52 min had passed, rather it felt shorter. I really loved this episode and it depicts reality in a beautiful way and the struggles that these characters go through. I am so glad we get exposed to different stories and not the typical male lead/female lead and it makes me more wishful for similar unconventional setup from more writers. We need more challenges in the drama making and new creative ideas and I hope we get to see more of that in the future.

yaay!!

This was such a beautiful episode and as I expected couple episodes will be dedicated to each pairing. I love that the setting takes place in Jejudo and we get a taste of the daily lives of these characters. The dialoges are written well and I feel immersed as a viewer. It might not be as compelling for some people to handle a slice of life genre and especially as Our Blues depicts because of how mundane the lives of the characters are. The stillness, the slow pacing and how close to reality the plot portrays. However, I think there is something beautiful about such genres and especially with how this has an omnibus episodical format layered with an unconventional style of script in which different human stories are presented equally with nuances.

I think I will thoroughly enjoy this beautiful drama and perhaps this will be in my top favorites of 2022:)

I know followers obviously does not matter but to see Bona having 1 million followers on instagram truly makes me so happy. To see her getting more and more recognition and also people checking WJSN through her and Queendom are milestones to cherish.

Those two episodes were so good! Cannot wait for the next.

Omg, I feel the same way. It is what it is but releasing one episode per week kind of killed the momentum and the spark the show had in the beginning. However, there are other aspects in terms of criticism it has received which has impacted my interest as well.

Yes, and also the "it keeps you slim" was not it for me. I did not like that line and that it came from her own dad. Those yoghurts are not going to make one full but they had to shove a PPL so they decided to put the yoghurt one there along with all the other PPLs they showed in the episode lol

Yeah, I agree with you. Gorya is my favorite character in this version but I also agree that there is nothing "strong" or "girl boss" or appropriate for girl to hurt a guy like that. I think that that is a privilege that women tend to get away with and is not okay. Hopefully, we can see less of this double standards in future works as equality means that both genders should treat and respect each other equally. It is been a while since I saw meteor garden but i believe that there were traits in FL that showed a strong woman and those you mentioned are good examples of that. I also think that it is fairly sexist and limited scope of what encapsulates a strong woman by only defining in the realm of being "physical". There should be more appreciation for femininity as an expression of a strong female character but also consists of nuances in writing of her along with being properly fleshed out so they do not come off as one-dimensional.
Gorya is strong when she was standing up to those that were hurting her and balancing school with supporting her family and those examples give off "girlboss". But not when she is beating up Thyme for no reason.

So excited for a new episode today!

People should really put some respect on Park Min Young´s name, just saying... She is after all a veteran in the industry with excellent acting skills. And for people who are saying she has only done office dramas need to look at her earlier work. And those office dramas are different from each other, one where she was a secretary, second one where she was a curator and now this one. Her Private life which was the drama she did three years ago showcased her bright personality where interestingly enough she played a diehard fangirl who also was a noona fan while maintaining her professional life. Highly recommend because it was not just work showing but she had her own life too and also you´ll see some really good romance between both leads. It was also the first time if I remember from an interview I watched where she played a fun, non-serious character because she didn´t do that before. She then did When the weather is fine which is not for everyone as it is a lot more slow burn and melo but also showcased a different side to her acting.

I personally have enjoyed the drama so far but im not feeling Song Kangs acting as sometimes he comes off as a bit bland but his character comes of as such too. However, I do feel that with most of the characters as well as mentioned below these people have no interesting life outside their workplace. The found family is there but I wish we could see more of it in a more cheerful way to balance the intensity of the forecasting but overall meloness of the show.

I had such a fun time watching the first episode and my girl Sejeong is a treat to watch. She just embodies the character so well and also those outfits on her looked so good. I have yet to come around to Hyo Seops character although I know he is a great actor himself and it has only been an episode so far. I feel that he is a bit stiff but still doing a great job with being the male lead here. But I also find it perpetually amusing dare I say to see him taking on a such role which keeps me curious for what he has to show as a classic kdrama male archetype . However, I find that Kang tae mu is refreshing from previous "tsunderes" because he seems modern and open-minded and I feel that the writers are taking on a different approach to his disposition thus allows for an enjoyable watch. These "ridiculous and comical" flared dramas are a must once in awhile and with modern takes we can hopefully expect more different approaches to previous but also quintessential scope of characters.

Lastly but most importantly in these times of various of events occurring globally across the world these kinds of shows puts you on a nice break and simply hugs your mental health. Furthermore, in a pool of plots that gravitates towards melo, murder and sadness having a business proposal helps to balance those genres out substantially!

yep, I was mouthing nepotism when watching that scene:)

Really wish more people took the time to understand Gorya like the way they do for Thyme. She is going through so much in terms of her family and now all of this situation with Thyme and his wealthy background and all of these powerful people such as his mom. It is a lot for a young teenage girl who is probably really scared and exhausted and carrying too much on her plate. Gorya from the first episode has become my favorite and I truly love her as a character. She is so fierce, strong, beautiful but also a young woman with her own insecurities and uncertainties. Instead of quickly invalidating her feelings try to put yourselves in her shoes because I think for most of us we would probably relate to her than Thyme had we been in her position.

Right, omg people write lengths of posts understanding Thyme but is not willing to take the time to do the same for Gorya. Gorya is my favorite in this show and she holds such a special place in my heart so wish for more love and compassion for her character.

Very well written and so on point! Wish more people were understanding of Gorya and her struggles.

But I think that stepping into Thymes world is a lot more exhausting because she is always going to be deemed as inferior to all the rich people there. It will make it more clear the complete difference between her being from a poor background and them. And it does not help that Gorya is hated by Thymes mom who does not want her to have any relation to Thyme. Those that were brought up in the elite such as Thyme and rest of the F4, his sister, Lita for instance have had their lives set and there is no freedom. And there are other aspects that makes that world extremely overwhelming so it would be a lot more exhausting for someone like Gorya who has never been exposed to such environment before. That comfort, peace, normalcy are not things Thyme has ever experienced before but taking in that is doing him good compared to Gorya walking into what is the complete opposite.

I’ve seen her in other dramas and can assure you she will do a great job😊

I finished this show couple days ago and wow it was such a thrilling experience devouring each episode. Although the plot is not something remarkable or anything fascinating it is all the other external factors and how each episode was set up that kept my eyes attentive. Having a female-dominated series and also where the perpetrator is a female (and young) as well was definitely a factor that kept me hooked along with the phenomenal performances from each of these actresses (and everyone in general). This is indeed a drama soaked in dark comedy paired with this similar-like feeling Koo Kyung Yi had where there is this excitement of cracking cases and unfolding each mystery that comes along with these events. It is the usage of a somewhat ordinary plot but executed in a way that it draws attention from the viewers and bring them along on this curiosity sparked journey. I myself experienced this thoroughly and also lastly greatly reinforced through the outstanding OSTs. All the songs used for Inspector Koo were clearly carefully picked and curated and unquestionably shaped the variety of emotions I sat with watching the series. It shows the power of well-made soundtracks that seamlessly accommodates the contexts surrounding the scenes respectively. Never was I negatively affected by the reoccurring exposure of the OSTs as they were in fact both timely and contextually placed. I personally rated this a ten as it was for all of the reasons above that I nevertheless felt deeply satisfied and content with my overall watching experience!