Even though this story is mostly about the two leads' "will-they-or-won't-they" trust each other romance, the supporting cast of this show will be key to how emotionally satisfying the story will be!
She is a smart woman who is wresting her image away from the gossip industry and some of her more obsessive fans. Her weight isn't something that we should be worrying about.
hi im watching ep 4 so no spoilers pls but can someone tell me where exactly does the timeline of Sarah being…
It seems to fit in at the start of all that, but her salesperson persona is less important to her than the Boudoir brand itself.
The show is more thematically driven than plot driven, and by its end, you'll begin to see the 'fake is real' allegory that drives the Sarah timeline. It's also key to remember that a lot of what you see on screen near the end of the show is unreliably narrated.
Shin Hae Sun's really pushed me to finish the show; she does a good job in this.
I would have preferred a more linear script, personally.
The best moments are when you discover new revelations regarding Sarah Kim's lifestyle, but I think once it was time for the story to solve the murder...it didn't quite know how to create a 'new' revelation for Sarah.
Hard to discuss this show in full without giving spoilers.
do they really have to completely ignore proper procedures in order to make the story wok? she shows up at the…
This isn't really a detective story or a realistic investigation story; it's more of a comedy / satire / drama with crime elements. Once you understand that the show becomes less complicated.
She didn't really explain why she needed to lose weight for this role. She could easily play a victim of starvation…
The lens, distance and angle of the camera can do all sorts of things, it doesn't just add weight. In addition, still photos get touched up and re-cropped from the originals.
As for why being thin is a beauty standard, this is a good question. I think it honestly revolves around idealized norms from the post-war era, where a lot of economic and cultural problems coming out of the Second World War were disguised through the symbolic ideals of the middle-class (house ownership, high income earnings, leisure time).
The truth is, the middle-class is always amplified by targeted investments from big corporations / government. Think of all the pharmaceutical companies that benefit from women wanting to 'look thin' (see: Obetrol) or the amount of housing construction needed to satisfy returning war veterans (government has to ensure a country's land is used fairly and properly).
Ideas of 'thin beauty' probably come about from the women being less oriented towards physical labor in this middle-class ideal; that is, women would use their leisure time at home to think about their appearance, rather than being 'on-the-go' and having to eat to gain energy.
She looks fine; her body is nowhere near unhealthy levels. Doubt someone as popular as her is avoiding professional help if there is a physical / mental issue related to her weight. I think it's smart of her to start the conversation about her weight in order to control media narratives.
This show is really good (plot, visuals, OST, set design, etc.), but I just don't buy the romance whatsoever.
Tae Ri and Byung Hun act the hell out of this show! They're carrying the script all on their own, but why should they be in love or be so deeply devoted to each other? It doesn't fit the political intrigue with the Joseon Court, the attitude of Americans / British towards East Asia and the rebellious subplot.
I really suspend my disbelief whenever Kyle and Yu Jin or Yu Jin and Ae Sin interact. It's really a testament to how strong the other parts of this show are that I still hold the series in high regard!
Another teaser:https://x.com/CJnDrama/status/2017115563776942095
Still looks good! Thanks for posting.
In the original show the first scene of the Cha Hu Seok character (the main character who is an investigator) is essentially a cliffhanger. The main plot then goes back in time in order to lead back up to that introduction. There is also another moment in the show where the Hu Seok character will approach a 'fork in the road' so-to-speak regarding PMY's character.
I believe the teaser is showing those two moments explicitly; I won't elaborate how so as not to ruin it for people who have clicked into this spoiler.
This is all guesswork of course, but it seems to be a faithful adaptation from my novice viewpoint!
Looking forward to the show.
The show is more thematically driven than plot driven, and by its end, you'll begin to see the 'fake is real' allegory that drives the Sarah timeline. It's also key to remember that a lot of what you see on screen near the end of the show is unreliably narrated.
I would have preferred a more linear script, personally.
The best moments are when you discover new revelations regarding Sarah Kim's lifestyle, but I think once it was time for the story to solve the murder...it didn't quite know how to create a 'new' revelation for Sarah.
Hard to discuss this show in full without giving spoilers.
It's not used effectively at some points.
I think this show fits more in the realm of dramedy and / or crime; it's not really psychological or suspenseful, nor does it have a strong mystery.
Still enjoying it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5dVmJDCUE0Y
As for why being thin is a beauty standard, this is a good question. I think it honestly revolves around idealized norms from the post-war era, where a lot of economic and cultural problems coming out of the Second World War were disguised through the symbolic ideals of the middle-class (house ownership, high income earnings, leisure time).
The truth is, the middle-class is always amplified by targeted investments from big corporations / government. Think of all the pharmaceutical companies that benefit from women wanting to 'look thin' (see: Obetrol) or the amount of housing construction needed to satisfy returning war veterans (government has to ensure a country's land is used fairly and properly).
Ideas of 'thin beauty' probably come about from the women being less oriented towards physical labor in this middle-class ideal; that is, women would use their leisure time at home to think about their appearance, rather than being 'on-the-go' and having to eat to gain energy.
Tae Ri and Byung Hun act the hell out of this show! They're carrying the script all on their own, but why should they be in love or be so deeply devoted to each other? It doesn't fit the political intrigue with the Joseon Court, the attitude of Americans / British towards East Asia and the rebellious subplot.
I really suspend my disbelief whenever Kyle and Yu Jin or Yu Jin and Ae Sin interact. It's really a testament to how strong the other parts of this show are that I still hold the series in high regard!
In the original show the first scene of the Cha Hu Seok character (the main character who is an investigator) is essentially a cliffhanger. The main plot then goes back in time in order to lead back up to that introduction. There is also another moment in the show where the Hu Seok character will approach a 'fork in the road' so-to-speak regarding PMY's character.
I believe the teaser is showing those two moments explicitly; I won't elaborate how so as not to ruin it for people who have clicked into this spoiler.
This is all guesswork of course, but it seems to be a faithful adaptation from my novice viewpoint!