SeanFletcher

This is a gem of a satire regarding the Kdrama industry. There are so many wonderful characters and elements. KMM and JRW are so good (and are very good together). CSW turns in a very fine comedic performance and OJE is delightful. It’s worth investing some time to have a look.

I think the last two episodes were a bit of a mess just to get to that final scene of the “face off”. I also think the writers are struggling re how it will end as the preview for the final episodes show that NS ends up with the you know what. If that is the case, then I find that a bit disappointing. I believe you need to see it through to the end as you have been such an advocate for NS and the show.

What I really liked here is that Asimov’s three laws of robotics finally came into play because of the tear:

A robot may not injure a human being or, through inaction, allow a human being to come to harm. A robot must obey orders given it by human beings except where such orders would conflict with the First Law. A robot must protect its own existence as long as such protection does not conflict with the First or Second Law.

My mistake! It’s fine.

I found episode one was borderline for me. However, episode two really hit its stride. Survival Marriage has a tight script, is well acted and a certain charm. Haru is excellent.

As much as I wanted to like Risky Romance, I couldn’t get past the first two episodes. The concept is a good one and the preview for the coming episodes shows it has promise. I just found the quirkiness wasn’t tight enough. Perhaps I will have another look down the track.

I thought the first episode (eps 1 & 2) was quite good. However, I found 3 & 4 were a bit all over the place and not as tight as it should be (maybe due to being spoilt by the production values re Switch and Lawless Lawyer) and I felt Han Soo Ho’s character took a big backward step - maybe it was intentional, but it was almost too juvenile for a sophisticated situation. The other roles are quite good.

I thought the start was well done. It contrasts nicely with Switch. In other words, the twins have a much different story, both impacting on their Mum in different ways (who is also the mum from Secretary Kim) - one’s aloof (very smart), the other a (not so bright?) trouble maker. There are creepy personalities, sad back stories, some funny elements, lost love and intrigue.

My favourite line: when’s his birthday - oh right, we’re twins! Lol.

It is a very nice show and the characters are a real delight. I rate it quite highly. The romance elements are also in full swing. There are also some very strong themes running underneath it all and treats them in a very sensitive way.

This show has started off okay. I’m not sure that the overview is correct though re the characters respective roles.

I think it depends on whether you can put up with some of the unpleasant characterisations and there are some suspend disbelief moments/elements. Normally, I would have dropped it, but I’m at episode 40 (the first few episodes were good, then becomes challenging and evens out after episode 20) and enjoying the Lee In Hye and Alex storyline and some other bits and pieces. It does have a good cast and seems to have solid ratings.

I enjoyed the story and overall concept even though at times our leads did get into trouble time and again. I thought the leads were great and even liked the relationships between the bad guys. There was good acting throughout, some nice touches and a hint of sadness. Dean takes the cake as the crazy bad guy - some of his expressions were priceless!

Our leads were fabulous. Overall it’s not a bad show. However, I found the storylines to be all over the place. The Show’s concept was a good one, but many of the plots seemed to vanish into thin air. There were good characters and ideas throughout, it just lacked cohesiveness.

Episode 12: this has turned into such a nice show. It’s gentle, not pushy escapism. Our leads are starting to open up to one another and the relationships regarding the friends are handled respectfully. Take it one breath at a time.

Some nice musings. Maybe treat the cinematography as an extension of the characters. There was a wonderful moment where they were going down the river and he splashed her ever so slightly with an oar - it was like a reality check. The scene at the railway station was very powerful and well done. If our hotel owner hadn’t broken the atmosphere at that point, you have to wonder what might have happened next. We are starting to see Yoo Jin realise its not appropriate to behave as an oppressor. Koreans are people too. The Lady Ae Sin is wonderful.

There is some very good acting going on in episodes 23-24. Kang Joon has taken things up a notch with his enhanced portrayal of human Nam Shin (an on point reminder of how much of a jerk he can be) and the interactions between NSIII and So Bong are delightful (in fact very human). The character I am liking more and more though is David - it’s a very natural portrayal by Deok Moon.

I like the way Partners for Justice ended. The final scene was beautifully done. Season two here we come!

Epic in its scope, grand in its design and breathtaking in its storytelling. Dive in and enjoy every moment.

At the conclusion of episode 15 my thoughts are that Long Time No See is quite well done. Duo Dou and He He are very good characters as are He He’s parents and the other protagonists in this show. The story is developing at a nice pace and there are moments of joy, anguish, affection and self discovery.

A remarkable and thought provoking show. I found it became very much like the jigsaw of life – a tapestry if you will of the uneven and broken pieces each character experiences that somehow come together to complete the canvas.

TFHML is so well written, filmed and acted. I liked that you saw detailed insights into the characters and their hierarchy of needs. Even the most minor character is well fleshed out. This show could not be done with different actors, I’m convinced of that. The awards it has received are well deserved.