Kat39

Fun mood and relatable characters.
Looking forward to Tuesdays and Fridays!

I am pretty sure that you are right that the Kiki/Asaba ending may be out.
But I still feel that KIki has feelings for Asaba especially because of that moment when Asaba helps Kiki with her seatbelt, he pauses and it feels like they will kiss, but they let the moment pass.
When Kiki gets inside her home she is still appears shaken by this.

I feel like even though Kiki is young and likes Asaba, she always stands her ground and does not hide her true self. And Asaba respects her for this. He also listens to her and learns from her.
She is honest about her taste in music, food, art etc and she argues openly with Asaba and she guides him. I feel they see and treat each other as equals in this way.
Although Makoto also supports her , I just don't feel a spark between them.

In episode 9, Asaba and Kiki have such chemistry and a desire to be together especially in the quiet moments. Even when they do not enjoy the same activities, they are still genuinely playful and having fun together.

Unfortunately, the episode left a strong possibility for a Kiki /Makoto and Asaba/ Riho ending since both Kiki and Makoto have lived similar experiences so they both enjoy the same activities. and they both long to be chosen for the first time.

I will still be hoping for Kiki /Asaba till the very end.

I wish I would have waited till the drama completed.
There are wonderful moments in episode nine that make it very clear that Kiki and Asaba have intense chemistry and the desire to be together.
But parts of the episode make me feel as if the story is leading toward a Kiki/Makato, and Asaba/ Riho ending.
The episode was very good, but also very frustrating.

I liked the drama "The Smile has Left Your Eyes" . But I didn't really enjoy Bad Papa, Or When the Devil Calls Your Name. I liked the song much more than I liked the drama itself.

Thank you.

Thank you for this article, I never heard "Days and Moons" before. It's Beautiful! Her voice reminds me of Regina Spektor.

Many of these songs are among my favorites, but I was so happy to see "Dirt" on this list. It has always been a favorite, but I see it on so few lists.

Others that you may also like

Lost - Ahn Ji Yeon ( The Smile Has Left Your Eyes)
Say to Myself - Sondia (When the Devil Calls Your Name)
Masitnonsoul - Hyukoh (Entrouge)
Golden Goat - Oh Hyuk ( Bad Papa)

Actually, I would highly recommend any of Hyukoh /Oh Hyuk's music - starting with their earlier albums.

Well said.

:) LOL

To come sooooo close and have to wait till the final episode. Please let it be Kiki and Asaba.

I cannot stop thinking about this drama. The actors did an amazing job of bringing these characters to life and making us feel connected to them.
I even miss the most twisted of characters, and I miss the game.

I wish that there was more fan love for Asaba. :( He and Kiki care so much for each other and have more chemistry together.

I share your struggle.

Exactly.

Thank you for decades of uniquely beautiful, at times disturbing, but always thought-provoking, and moving films.
Rest In Peace, Kim Ki Duk

Riho was just as desperate, she encouraged Makoto by telling him to "make it happen" and "absolutely not let Kiki get away"
She didn't do this for Makoto's sake, she did it out of her own fears.

I just hope that Makoto lets go as well.

I am HOPING that the scene in ep 8 where Kiki and Makoto were discussing their take on a game show means that all Makoto's effort will be wasted in the end, Asaba will make a comeback, and Kiki and Asaba will live happily ever after!

Watching KKA and seeing this actress for the very first time.
Her acting is very natural and believable. I feel joy, love, and pain right along with her character.
I look forward to seeing more of her work.

I am still enjoying Start Up and look forward to it every week.

I love LDW, and I was looking forward to TOTNT, but I dropped it at ep. 6 and wish that I had dropped it at ep. 3.
I just check back now and then to see if it might be worth another try.