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Wow, they should've hired you to do their marketing for this film, haha. It sounds great. I've seen one of the earlier adaptations, but I can't remember exactly which one, I guess it wasn't very memorable. I've been meaning to read the book since I read a prequel to it entitled Wide Sargasso Sea by Jean Rhys. I'm not sure if you've read it, but it takes his "crazy" wife in the attic and closely examines her as a character. Who is she, why has she become this way, and why was she portrayed in this manner. It was a compelling read by Rhys, she was a post-colonial author, so it is critical of England.

Wow, that sounds very interesting, the Amy Foster adaptation. If it's something similar, then I agree. If the director really does an in-depth interpretation, then the result can be good, but if the main goal is to sell tickets/get views, then the result is usually disappointing. So I guess film as opposed to movie adaptations is what I'm talking about.
You know, Many European educational systems only require 3 years for a BA, but in the US its usually 4 years, and I have friends who got their BA in 5 or even 6 years. I honestly don't see the need for the extra year, its mostly just a bunch of requirements that the university forces you to take as General Education Requirements, but they just keep you in school for longer needlessly. The MA is usually 2 years here as well, but only a select number of fields offer the BA/MA option, which in turn saves you a year of schooling.

Since you enjoy family stories, I think this one is a great pick for you. It is also a tearjerker, maybe not in the beginning, but towards the later episodes! God, I think this is the drama that made me cry the most. And it has a good ending, kind of similar to TPM in that it wasn't overly sentimental.
Oh, yes! Ma Roo, I love his and Dong Joo's relationship, it was very touching. And his story alone is very well written. I'm feeling nostalgic towards this drama now, lol.

I agree about the brothers' relationship, but I will write more about after you've seen more episodes, I don't want to spoil anything for you.

Yeah, I agree, but I really do believe that I'm just not watching the right jdramas, because there are just so many people who enjoy kramas who also love them. Maybe I'll take a break and pick up one of the ones you recently recommended. Really? w=With 36 episodes, they have enough time to get the ending right, but now that I know that it'll be rushed, maybe it won't impact me that much.
Yes, I see that you picked up CYHMH, it is an amazing drama too, I think you will like it despite the makjang. But I believe it is makjang done right with this drama though, it didn't overpower or detract from the story. Haha, I understand about you not being able to put it away, I was watching as it aired, and whenever the subs were released, I would put everything on hold and watch the new episodes. It knows how to grab the audience.

I'm glad it was helpful to you. If you're looking for a sports drama, then MoH is definitely not it.
This makes me feel accomplished, lol. Someone has read, and benefited from my review, haha.
BTW, the drama that's replacing MoH, Wild/Aggressive Romance is also supposed to be a rom-com sports drama, but it hasn't aired yet, so lets just hope it remains faithful to its theme.

How is Prosecutor Princess, I've been meaning to watch it. It's been on my list for so long. Oh, yeah, TPM won quite a few awards at the KBS Drama Awards last week. Congrats to them :) they deserve it.

I haven't seen latest JE, but I've been wanting to since its release. Have you? I've actually never read the novel either, but its on my list.
Hmm, time travel sounds interesting, I don;t think I've seen any Asian dramas with that theme, I'll take a look at them sometime. I don't know why, but I just don't think Jdramas are my cup of coffee so to speak. I can't seem to really enjoy them.
I am really enjoying JJW though, It has an intriguing story that seems to be moving along very well thus far. I was a little afraid of the length, but I see why it's longer, it takes it's time telling the story, which I'm enjoying.

No, I wish the PhD was continuous, but you need to apply to the program you want, whether it's at the uni you got your BA from or another of your choice. It's also extremely competitive, with about 10-20 acceptances per 300-400 applicants, that's the part that keeps me up at night, literally.
I think taking a year off is a good choice, that's what I'm doing as well. This is my senior year, but I'm not applying until the fall of 2012. Ideally, I should've applied this past fall, but I didn't feel ready...
I agree about adaptations, but for me it's hard to separate the movie and novel, especially when I'm so passionate about the latter. I did enjoy one thing in the BBC miniseries of Emma though. They began the story with the three kids who had the same fate, but because of family status, their lives progressed very differently. I found that an interesting take on the story.

That's interesting. In the states, there are certain programs that are a BA/MA, meaning you work towards your MA while pursuing your BA, and it's usually 5 years too, but you get both degrees simultaneously. I'm not aware of any programs that go straight for the MA without a BA, but I guess it's the same concept. Yes, guidance is a must!
I was referring to the credits you earn when you complete a course. For example, as an undergrad, if you earned X credits at one university, you are able to transfer to another university and usually most, if not all, of your credits will transfer over, so you just need to continue your studies without starting all over. At the graduate level, that doesn't happen. So, if you earned credits for an MA, they most likely will not transfer over into a PhD.

I'm glad you decided to watch it. I've never seen him in anything else, but form what I hear, this was his best performance to date. He did a great job playing the lead, so I hope he continues to impress you. The first episode is good, but it's just the beginning of the story, there's so much that will happen as the story progresses that will have you hooked, so be prepared lol.

Straight for an MA, that sounds challenging, but its good that you skip a step along the way. I ultimately want a PhD, but might have to do an MA along the way. My biggest issue with that is the credits won't transfer, so essentially its like doing the MA unnecessarily.
We do have a good relationship, thank god. And, yes, thar is very important. I have friends who are basically doing their research on their own, which is unreasonable to expect from an undergrad, but they have no choice.
Very well put, it is a long, difficult road to take, but it will be rewarding in the end :D

The only adaptations of Austen's novels I've seen are the recent ones, so I've seen some of the BBC miniseries, but I didn't really like their interpretations, so I haven't ventured into any others. Adaptations will never get the story right, and I don't think they should replicate it, but if it isn't done precisely, I can't bring myself to enjoy it. I hear the older ones are better portrayals, and I'll give them a chance someday, but for now, I'm satisfied with the novels.
After reading the novel, I didn't enjoy the Knightly version of P&p either, but it was my introduction to Austen, so I do have a soft spot for it. Lol, I agree about the American ending, they over did it w/ that scene.

Thank You, Happy New Year to you too!!

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Happy New Year!! I hope this year brings you joy and happiness :D

Thank you! Happy New Year to you as well!! I hope this year brings you joy and happiness ...and great dramas :D

Oh, and Happy New Year! I hope this year brings you joy and happiness

I haven't seen many historical dramas either, but I still highly recommend it. It takes a little getting used to at first because it's a very different lifestyle, but that doesn't detract from the story. If your interested, I say definitely go for it. It was the best drama this year, in my opinion, and you it's worth a try, you won't regret it.