Ep. 9 (53:10) musical surprise—when Kim Chang Gyu (the record store ahjussi) plays Erik Satie's Gymnopédie…
Thank you for the link - awesome. One of my favourite bands: Blood Sweat & Tears did a great version of this (called: Variations on a Theme by Erik Satie) many many years ago on their 1970 album Blood Sweat & Tears, which won the Grammy for best album of the year. So, I was thrilled when KCG played it on his guitar. In fact, I am going to dig out the vinyl album now (It was my Dad’s) and play it :-)
It was really enjoyable in the beginning, but they're both not fit for a relationship, and it didn't only show…
Sadly, I have to agree. It had so much potential and should have played out much better than this. The Mr Gu Theatre every couple of episodes is a nice touch though and has become a highlight for me. Fingers crossed for a strong finish (as I have been watching at double speed for quite a few episodes already).
Overall, I liked it. The subject matter was interesting and dealt with real concerns re the misuse of information, lack of communication and trauma. The female leads were very good.
I thought Times was very good. I liked the story, and the acting was spot on. It raised some very pertinent points throughout re use of personal information, trust and censorship: “Power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely.”
My only frustration with it was the overuse of the last minute phone calls, but apart from that the ending needed to be a fraction longer.
I enjoyed the first episode. There’s a bit of heart in there (as others have said, both mums), some funny stuff (“my hands are made for writing and accepting awards”), the hint of a guardian angel (after the truck of doom incident), and I think our leads are well suited (each confrontation is well done).
My only frustration with it was the overuse of the last minute phone calls, but apart from that the ending needed to be a fraction longer.