Whether you’re a fan of her acting or not, she’s so effortlessly likable and down-to-earth. She has that "girl next door" vibe that makes it impossible not to be charmed by her.
This drama is such a pleasant surprise! It’s simple, charming, and will put a smile on your face. It’s one of those rare K-dramas where almost every character is so effortlessly likable.
What do you mean? The writer is genius at writing life related drama.
I find her work often feels pretentious, with writing style that comes off as overly refined. The dialogues are polished and scripted that it detracts from the characters' authenticity and makes them less relatable. Additionally, her focus on crafting "realistic" characters who confront trauma and vulnerability is undermined by philosophical dialogues and that would make them feel emotionally hollow. As a viewer, I find myself feeling disconnected rather than engaged. Thus, yes I find her work to be rather boring.
Surprisingly impressive! A fresh take for a Korean drama, uniquely exploring influencer culture. It dives into the darker aspects of fame, social media, and the obsessive chase for online validation.
The ending was altered because Kim Nam Gil had to report for mandatory military service immediately. The fact…
Thank you for this comment. I was planning to write something in defense of this drama’s ending as well. Overall, it’s a memorable drama that has stayed with me even after 14 years.
This drama is fairly ordinary, it's simple, without all the high-stakes excitement or groundbreaking elements. However, that's exactly what makes it a refreshing break from the emotionally intense storylines that I often find myself attracted to.
The actress is known for her screaming / overacting. Usually she stars in those exaggerated comedy dramas, where…
She starred in "Secret" with Ji Sung and "Can You Hear My Heart." with Kim Jae Won. Both are excellent melodramas where she took on completely different roles. Her on-screen chemistry with Ji Sung in "Secret" was so memorable that they were cast together again in "Kill Me, Heal Me." In "Can You Hear My Heart," she portrayed a character who could use sign language. Everyone has their own opinion, of course, but HJE is truly a great actress.
yeah cuz its formal korean which different from the usual korean slangs.
Actually, I do understand why it’s so distinctive. Having watched K-dramas for nearly 20 years, and having studied the language, I find that even in historical dramas (Sageuks), which often feature “archaic language”, and there’s no use of slang. Yet, the language is easier to comprehend than the one used here. The dialogue here comes across as far more refined and sophisticated and I say this as a tribute to the talent of the screenwriter.
The dialogue in this drama is remarkably distinctive and quite sophisticated. Normally, I don’t rely heavily on subtitles when watching K-dramas, but this one proved challenging to grasp, even with subtitles. Though it may not resonate with everyone, it is undoubtedly worth your time.
Rain brings a subtle intensity to the role, effectively balancing the action scenes with more emotional moments. His ability to convey the quiet strength and vulnerability of his character is riveting. He never disappoints me, I've missed him in action.
I just re-watched *Moon Embracing the Sun* after 12 years, and Kim Soo-hyun still moves me to tears with every crying scene. How is it that I find myself falling in love with you as an actor all over again, when my admiration for you has never wavered?
As I finish watching ep 10, I am convinced with NO doubt that this drama (2nd season in particular) is an absolute disappointment and should not have been made. Netflix should have stopped at season 1. Not every storyline needs to have 2nd seasons even if the 1st was a hit! The concept of milking a drama for its success will eventually ruin even its predecessor.
I find ALL the cast to be extremely annoying (heros and villains) the new additions and even the original cast no exceptions! The acting is over the top cringe-worthy, the storyline is repetitive draggy and boring, the dialogues are lazy written by amateur writers, there is no "the moral of the story" no message to be learned, and worst of all it is not even "entertaining".
It is rare for me to tear up watching a drama or a movie... very rare and yet I teared up twice while watching this one. That's not to say it is a heavy-emotion-draining show, not at all! I think one of this drama's charms is that it actually manages to leave you feeling bitter-sweet every time while conveying precious life lessons. I loved everything about it.
I find ALL the cast to be extremely annoying (heros and villains) the new additions and even the original cast no exceptions! The acting is over the top cringe-worthy, the storyline is repetitive draggy and boring, the dialogues are lazy written by amateur writers, there is no "the moral of the story" no message to be learned, and worst of all it is not even "entertaining".