My Liberation Notes

He is ... I really like their interactions

I think your theory is flawed. None of the actors are in my top 10 favorite list, but I like and relate to all the characters they play. Not only that, I think this drama is veering to become one of the best of 2022 for me. You bet the actors are slowly but surely edging their way on my list of favorites because of the characters they play and how they play them. You say you tried, but cannot relate to any of the characters. Are you then saying it's because none of the actors are a favorite of yours; it seems like it based on your comment.

Something about this drama draws me to it and keeps me wondering how can such a quiet drama say so much to me, so much so that I find myself not only relating to each character, but also living their moments with them -- I can see parts of my life in each of them. This drama may only be in it's first two weeks but it's surely shaping to be the best of 2022, at least for me.

My first thought when I saw this article was okay, so what if they are dating... I hope it works out if they are, and if they aren't, there goes another rumor.

What I appreciated about the second episode is the message and courage it took to shed light on the effects of bullying on the bullied first and foremost (the trauma mentally and physically), but also the bullies, especially those who become celebrities, choices have consequences. The message is loud, clear, and relevant -- every time we turn our heads, one celebrity or another is in the news for teenage bullying. The message is that people (teenagers and adults alike) have to be weary of the choices they make, because some choices can follow a person to their grave and beyond. Life is karma -- what one gives they get in one way or another and when least expected.

Yes, that's me

What an opener. I am looking forward to losing myself in this fantasy world with the beauty of Kim Hee Sun, the pleasantness of Rowoon, and the mystifying sexiness of Lee Soo Hyuk and his voice, but more the message behind the story. I like that it's a completely different outlook on grim reapers who, rather than cause death by collecting souls, try to save them, and in the process make those who seek death realize that there is hope in life, no matter how bleak it may seem, and given a choice they should always choose life over death.

I love the choices the director makes with this drama, and the ease with which the present and the past are interlinked, especially the scenes that seem so unrelated yet brilliantly connected. I have to say I didn't expect this 4th episode to be as emotional. It had me wallowing in tears the entire time. Everything from Sunja and Pastor Ishka's tender moments to her and her mom's anguish to the grandmother and Solomon's liberating moment, and even Sunja and Hansu's cruel yet strangely sad moment. I could feel his pain, jealousy and fear for what lies ahead for her in an unforgiving land with unforgiving people. It made me wish he had told her he loved her when he had the chance, but I doubt even he knew. But the moment that touched me the most was the singer, as she beautifully and proudly represented what being free truly meant.

Miss you, please come back soon

What a great talent, I am am shocked and disappointed in myself for not knowing you before Pachinko regardless though I am glad I know you now. Love you in Pachinko, I would love to see you recieve the "scene stealer" award.

I liked this drama when it started, but somewhere along the way something went wrong and it all started feeling forced -- all the relationships and acting seem superficial, like everyone is trying very hard. It may be a directorial issue, rather than an acting issue, but I find I struggle to relate to the stories or even care, and that's sad, since I like all the actors a lot.

That is it.. but rather than the actors it's really a director issue .. everything seems very forced.

You expressed my thoughts perfectly but not only that I feel like everything is forced -- all the relationships -- this drama started out so well but went totally wrong and I can't even say when that started but I can't bring myself to watch a whole episode anymore.

Yoon Doo Joon, he is missed!

Two of my favorite people, it couldn't get any better

I love Kim Jong Kook's mom

Love her, I hope she accepts!

What a busy time for Kim Nam Gil, loving it

Happy Birthday!

How can you judge it a downgrade when the show hasn't even aired?