A puzzle
I must confess, the story is a bit of a puzzle—rather disjointed and wandering, as is often the whim of the Hong Sisters. I fear the fault lies in the introductions; we were promised one sort of acquaintance, only to find the show had a different character entirely. It left many of us in quite a whirl!
An unexpected story is no crime, but this one does feel a trifle scattered. However, what the narrative lacks in order, the production gains in splendid scenery. The cinematography is truly elegant, and Kim Seon Ho possesses such a natural charm that he could likely persuade any audience to follow him anywhere. Paired with a lead actress of such remarkable beauty, the screen is never dull to look upon.
It is clearly a "big budget" affair, and those who prize high quality and visual luster will find much to enjoy. For my part, however, the overall substance was not quite as captivating as the finery surrounding it.
An unexpected story is no crime, but this one does feel a trifle scattered. However, what the narrative lacks in order, the production gains in splendid scenery. The cinematography is truly elegant, and Kim Seon Ho possesses such a natural charm that he could likely persuade any audience to follow him anywhere. Paired with a lead actress of such remarkable beauty, the screen is never dull to look upon.
It is clearly a "big budget" affair, and those who prize high quality and visual luster will find much to enjoy. For my part, however, the overall substance was not quite as captivating as the finery surrounding it.
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