Justice Never Sleeps
I kind of started this drama a bit late, so I binge watched it for a few days. And like any drama, there is always an element of going back and forth from the past to present, revealing little by little the characters.
It is nice to see how they were able to have the old bulky monitors and the old flip phones with antenna. Those are very nostalgic. However, some elements of the set are not really 100% true to the period, but who cares, the story itself is cohesive.
The office politics, the slush funds and even family grip to a corporation can still be present in our times today. However, since the period is in 1998, intel is not yet that fast. I was a bit disappointed that President Kang suddenly died in episode 1 and we only see him in flashbacks in other episodes. We didn't get to see his past beyond presidency, but in a way opened to a key for Miss Hong.
As much as Park Shin Hye delivered well with the character of a lion hidden behind a 20 newbie at work, I love the character played by Ha Yoon Kyung. I love how Bok Hui transformed from the antagonist to a fierce partner in crime for Hong Geum Bo. she may be a thief, but she learned later how to empathize and care for others when she received care from Geum Bo/Jang Mi.
Up to the end, we are at the edge of our seats as we wait for Nora to make her decision who is the swing vote. I am glad that the Yuiedo Pirates won and that those who had stolen and killed due to their greed were punished. I am glad that Mr. Bang finally came forward that help seal the case.
I should say each actor/actress gave their best performance. Those who are evil, you would want them caught and punished, while the underdogs, you want them to succeed. Even little Bom is really a spring to all of them. And Ms. Hong's parents are not to be underestimated. Though we are not acting, it seems we are in the story itself, trying to figure out Miss Hong's next step. We only see a glimpse of past love, but as the undercover work is the center, we don't see them getting back. Nine years apart without trying to understand each other would need some time to heal. I like what Miss Hong's boss told Mr. Shin, that perhaps he still sees her as the girl he knew 9 years ago. It is an eye opener for Mr. Shin to not judge Miss Hong of her present actions based on their past.
The end of this drama may hint a second season. And who knows if Geum Bo and Jeong U still meet perhaps after 2 years?
It is nice to see how they were able to have the old bulky monitors and the old flip phones with antenna. Those are very nostalgic. However, some elements of the set are not really 100% true to the period, but who cares, the story itself is cohesive.
The office politics, the slush funds and even family grip to a corporation can still be present in our times today. However, since the period is in 1998, intel is not yet that fast. I was a bit disappointed that President Kang suddenly died in episode 1 and we only see him in flashbacks in other episodes. We didn't get to see his past beyond presidency, but in a way opened to a key for Miss Hong.
As much as Park Shin Hye delivered well with the character of a lion hidden behind a 20 newbie at work, I love the character played by Ha Yoon Kyung. I love how Bok Hui transformed from the antagonist to a fierce partner in crime for Hong Geum Bo. she may be a thief, but she learned later how to empathize and care for others when she received care from Geum Bo/Jang Mi.
Up to the end, we are at the edge of our seats as we wait for Nora to make her decision who is the swing vote. I am glad that the Yuiedo Pirates won and that those who had stolen and killed due to their greed were punished. I am glad that Mr. Bang finally came forward that help seal the case.
I should say each actor/actress gave their best performance. Those who are evil, you would want them caught and punished, while the underdogs, you want them to succeed. Even little Bom is really a spring to all of them. And Ms. Hong's parents are not to be underestimated. Though we are not acting, it seems we are in the story itself, trying to figure out Miss Hong's next step. We only see a glimpse of past love, but as the undercover work is the center, we don't see them getting back. Nine years apart without trying to understand each other would need some time to heal. I like what Miss Hong's boss told Mr. Shin, that perhaps he still sees her as the girl he knew 9 years ago. It is an eye opener for Mr. Shin to not judge Miss Hong of her present actions based on their past.
The end of this drama may hint a second season. And who knows if Geum Bo and Jeong U still meet perhaps after 2 years?
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