He needed to heal, if they had been together they would probably end in divorce because he was so incredibly insecure…
Had to scroll a bit to find a comment I wanted to reply to, but exactly this. He really needed to heal first. If he and Xi Guang had ended up together, his insecurity about her wealth would have plagued their entire relationship. I’m not sure if you’ve ever seen Crazy Rich Asians or read the source material, but it reminds me of Astrid’s marriage, not a lack of love, but a partner who couldn’t handle the imbalance and forced her to make herself smaller. That wouldn’t be a happy ending for her.
In real-life scientific theory of time travel, everything that should happen already happened. So, for example,…
Absolutely, I totally see what you're saying about the "fixed time" trope and how it's unfolding in the show. Her best friend’s words really seem to have struck a chord with IS, making her more aware of the broader effects of her actions.
Take the mix-up with her mom—IS encouraged her to go on a trip, thinking it was a romantic escape, not knowing her mom was actually heading to the hospital for surgery. When her mom was going over the house rules, IS jokingly said they’d be fine without her, not realizing the real reason behind her mom's trip. That slip really shows how IS's good intentions can sometimes lead to misunderstandings or even hurt, especially when the full picture isn’t clear.
It’s these twists that really add layers to the story, showing how IS's attempts to tweak the past can lead to unexpected results. So, I’m really looking forward to seeing how they handle IS’s approach to any future time traveling because, with her newfound awareness, she definitely won’t be able to be as freespirited in her actions as before.
True, but at the same time, Sol had already changed her friends future. She hadn't married her brother before,…
I see what you’re saying, but just to clarify, my focus wasn’t specifically on her brother and best friend’s future. While the actual conversation discussed those two, I thought an underlying message—or a second meaning—might actually relate to her and RSJ’s future. She didn’t go back in time to change the futures of her brother and her best friend; that was merely a butterfly effect. Her main goal was to alter RSJ’s past. Yet, despite her efforts, events from the original timeline are repeating, and RSJ is back in the hospital again after being attacked by the same person who kidnapped her in both timelines (though we don’t technically know if he died this time).
I really liked how they set up the ending of episode 8 with IS talking to LYJ (her best friend) and how some events kept repeating. It’s sad to think about, and I know she’s gonna start blaming herself as well. It kind of makes you wonder, right? Like, sure you changed the past to try and fix the future, but what if this future is actually meant to happen? Maybe the events you’re trying so hard to stop are supposed to unfold after all.
Recently, I've been hooked on shorter dramas with 20-25 episodes. However, last weekend, I found myself binge-watching a 30+ episode one. Now, thanks to Zhao Lusi and a cute edit I saw on YouTube, I'm really considering another checking this one out. Her acting is always so enjoyable to watch, and she never disappoints. I can totally see myself getting hooked on period dramas all over again🤧🤧
dramacool, YouTube one has two sets, one on the video and one for the closed caption option. but neither are super clear. dramacool makes sense but I can’t comment on its overall accuracy
I hate YZ’s character he’s just so annoying. The sound effects only made it more so for him 🫠. The time they took fleshing out his character should have focused on her best friend and her desk mate instead. they’re more interesting
it's probably a cultural thing - but I am on episode 10 and the mom is just TOO MUCHAngry because her daughter…
I don’t know if it’s because I read this comment first but I honestly don’t know if I can sit through this show. Literally 15 min time stamp and I’m already out of patience
When this was initially released, I tried to watch it. But for some reason, I couldn't seem to follow the story and it honestly felt boring without KJY. However, after watching the movie Midnight (10/10, I recommend checking it out) I came across part 1 on PrimeVideo. I thought it would be the perfect chance to attempt part 2 again so I jumped at the opportunity . I have to say, it made a world of a difference.
The critiques of other reviewers definitely hold true, part 2 falls flat when compared to the first movie. This might in part be due to my own confusion over the beginning of the movie as well as the constant introduction to and switching between of new characters. Although they were choreographed well and were further enhanced by cgi, the fight scenes (which were a huge reason why I appreciated part 1) seemed less like action sequences and more like stages to meant to present and differentiate the level of power each generation possesses. I also saw others commenting on how boring the mc's character was and while I cannot deny that this characterization is incredibly common for heroines, I think the only body of work this movie should be compared to is part 1. For anyone who chooses to watch this movie, I implore you not to compare the mc to anyone other than Kim Dami's character in part 1 and the other second-generation super-humans. Please remember, we have no information on the girls's upbringing, her being a "blank slate" (as others have referred to her as) is done deliberately as we have no background on how she was groomed by the researchers and now have crucial information on the second generation that we did not get in part 1. However, much like Kim Dami's character in part 1, the mc is presented differently than others of her generation and it is done to an even greater extent for a reason— one that I hope we all come to learn of and appreciate upon the release of part 3.
I think a lot of people went into this thinking that we would be focused on Kim Dami's character, this not being the case made it difficult to appreciate this movie for what it was: an opportunity for world building. While there is still much to be revealed, not only were we given a glimpse of the first generation, who by the way were only mentioned once (I can't quite recall) in part 1, we also got more information on the origins of the second generation as well as what separates them from their predecessors. If you found yourself wanting to learn more about the super-humans, Kim Dami's character, and why she was so much stronger than the others while watching part 1, then this is definitely something to check out. If not, then please take what I've said in mind and just have a bit of patience. Also, remember that as usual any acting done in english will leave you questioning your sanity.
SPOILERS AHEAD * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * With that being said, I think that there are two main groups of super-humans. Both of which were introduced in part 1. My understanding may not be entirely accurate as I can only work with the information we've been given in each part. Despite our love for it, I think we all know that part 1 didn't give us much beyond KJY's story and whatever vague information we got from the conversations of Dr Baek and other individuals involved with the company and its experiments. Moreover, part 1 failed to give any really understanding of the second generation's powers beyond their violent nature and speed. To add on, the telekinesis and healing abilities we witnessed were minuscule in comparison to what was presented in part 2. This may be due to an increased budget after the success of part 1 or simply the Chinese group belonging to whole other category altogether but I honestly would not know.
I believe the Chinese group hired by KJY in part 2 is of the same generation as Choi Wooshik's character in part 1. Although we weren't able to see extensive fight scenes between super-humans in part 1, their violent nature which is what categorized them as monsters by others involved in the company remains true in part 2. As for Lee JongSuk's group, as well JH's group (Seo Eunsoo's character) and the agents tailing them, they are all apart of the first generation. While their cognitive and fighting abilities are strong, their healing abilities are incredibly weak in comparison and their speed seems to fall behind what was shown by the Chinese group. As for KJY and ADP/the girl, while they may be a part of the second generation, they are much stronger than their counterparts. This is most likely because their mother was actually pregnant with them because aside from their strength, the only difference given between them and others belonging to their generation is that their mother (the girl shown in the beginning) carried them in her womb.
The beginning of part 2 reveals that their mother was used to create their entire generation. And when she was kidnapped by Jo Minsoo's characters (Dr Baek and her sister) she was already pregnant with whom I presume to be ADP. This can easily be deduced based on the fact that KJY said their mother only ever "reached out" to ADP. In addition, while KJY relies on the injectable serums to use her powers in their entirety (much like others of their generation), ADP does not have the same weakness. As they were both carried by their mother, the only likely reason for this difference in strength would be ADP being the first twin and KJY being the implanted one. Which, is also why until part 3 releases, I believe that ADP is stronger than KJY. Most likely, KJY's birth not being 'naturally' occurring makes her weaker than her sister. While its possible this weakness stems from her need for the serum, it could also be that her abilities are simply weaker than ADP's. However, until each aspect of KJY's powers are presented in the same manner as her sisters and she finds the "permanent" solution to her need for serums, I will continue to hold this belief.
And on the subject of KJY and ADP's mother, there is a strong possibility that she was also a part of some experimentation or screening and was either released or managed to escape much like ADP and KJY. This likely led to Dr Baek and her sister's desire for her DNA and her subsequent kidnapping. I think part 3 will likely include tidbits (maybe even more than that) surrounding her story and I honestly hope to learn more about her.
I look forward to the eventual release of part 3. I hope the pacing is a little better and that I don't get whiplash trying to follow any new characters. I plan to do the same next time and watch parts 1 and 2 before starting part 3 so I can refamiliarize myself with the story once again. It probably won't be released until 2024 or 2025 and I don't plan to religiously follow updates or information regarding its release, but I do think I'll find news of its release as a happy surprise.
Sorry, but I’ll never get 2nd ml syndrome. Only Kim Woobin in The Heirs gets that treatment from me.
Take the mix-up with her mom—IS encouraged her to go on a trip, thinking it was a romantic escape, not knowing her mom was actually heading to the hospital for surgery. When her mom was going over the house rules, IS jokingly said they’d be fine without her, not realizing the real reason behind her mom's trip. That slip really shows how IS's good intentions can sometimes lead to misunderstandings or even hurt, especially when the full picture isn’t clear.
It’s these twists that really add layers to the story, showing how IS's attempts to tweak the past can lead to unexpected results. So, I’m really looking forward to seeing how they handle IS’s approach to any future time traveling because, with her newfound awareness, she definitely won’t be able to be as freespirited in her actions as before.
The critiques of other reviewers definitely hold true, part 2 falls flat when compared to the first movie. This might in part be due to my own confusion over the beginning of the movie as well as the constant introduction to and switching between of new characters. Although they were choreographed well and were further enhanced by cgi, the fight scenes (which were a huge reason why I appreciated part 1) seemed less like action sequences and more like stages to meant to present and differentiate the level of power each generation possesses. I also saw others commenting on how boring the mc's character was and while I cannot deny that this characterization is incredibly common for heroines, I think the only body of work this movie should be compared to is part 1. For anyone who chooses to watch this movie, I implore you not to compare the mc to anyone other than Kim Dami's character in part 1 and the other second-generation super-humans. Please remember, we have no information on the girls's upbringing, her being a "blank slate" (as others have referred to her as) is done deliberately as we have no background on how she was groomed by the researchers and now have crucial information on the second generation that we did not get in part 1. However, much like Kim Dami's character in part 1, the mc is presented differently than others of her generation and it is done to an even greater extent for a reason— one that I hope we all come to learn of and appreciate upon the release of part 3.
I think a lot of people went into this thinking that we would be focused on Kim Dami's character, this not being the case made it difficult to appreciate this movie for what it was: an opportunity for world building. While there is still much to be revealed, not only were we given a glimpse of the first generation, who by the way were only mentioned once (I can't quite recall) in part 1, we also got more information on the origins of the second generation as well as what separates them from their predecessors. If you found yourself wanting to learn more about the super-humans, Kim Dami's character, and why she was so much stronger than the others while watching part 1, then this is definitely something to check out. If not, then please take what I've said in mind and just have a bit of patience. Also, remember that as usual any acting done in english will leave you questioning your sanity.
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With that being said, I think that there are two main groups of super-humans. Both of which were introduced in part 1. My understanding may not be entirely accurate as I can only work with the information we've been given in each part. Despite our love for it, I think we all know that part 1 didn't give us much beyond KJY's story and whatever vague information we got from the conversations of Dr Baek and other individuals involved with the company and its experiments. Moreover, part 1 failed to give any really understanding of the second generation's powers beyond their violent nature and speed. To add on, the telekinesis and healing abilities we witnessed were minuscule in comparison to what was presented in part 2. This may be due to an increased budget after the success of part 1 or simply the Chinese group belonging to whole other category altogether but I honestly would not know.
I believe the Chinese group hired by KJY in part 2 is of the same generation as Choi Wooshik's character in part 1. Although we weren't able to see extensive fight scenes between super-humans in part 1, their violent nature which is what categorized them as monsters by others involved in the company remains true in part 2. As for Lee JongSuk's group, as well JH's group (Seo Eunsoo's character) and the agents tailing them, they are all apart of the first generation. While their cognitive and fighting abilities are strong, their healing abilities are incredibly weak in comparison and their speed seems to fall behind what was shown by the Chinese group. As for KJY and ADP/the girl, while they may be a part of the second generation, they are much stronger than their counterparts. This is most likely because their mother was actually pregnant with them because aside from their strength, the only difference given between them and others belonging to their generation is that their mother (the girl shown in the beginning) carried them in her womb.
The beginning of part 2 reveals that their mother was used to create their entire generation. And when she was kidnapped by Jo Minsoo's characters (Dr Baek and her sister) she was already pregnant with whom I presume to be ADP. This can easily be deduced based on the fact that KJY said their mother only ever "reached out" to ADP. In addition, while KJY relies on the injectable serums to use her powers in their entirety (much like others of their generation), ADP does not have the same weakness. As they were both carried by their mother, the only likely reason for this difference in strength would be ADP being the first twin and KJY being the implanted one. Which, is also why until part 3 releases, I believe that ADP is stronger than KJY. Most likely, KJY's birth not being 'naturally' occurring makes her weaker than her sister. While its possible this weakness stems from her need for the serum, it could also be that her abilities are simply weaker than ADP's. However, until each aspect of KJY's powers are presented in the same manner as her sisters and she finds the "permanent" solution to her need for serums, I will continue to hold this belief.
And on the subject of KJY and ADP's mother, there is a strong possibility that she was also a part of some experimentation or screening and was either released or managed to escape much like ADP and KJY. This likely led to Dr Baek and her sister's desire for her DNA and her subsequent kidnapping. I think part 3 will likely include tidbits (maybe even more than that) surrounding her story and I honestly hope to learn more about her.
I look forward to the eventual release of part 3. I hope the pacing is a little better and that I don't get whiplash trying to follow any new characters. I plan to do the same next time and watch parts 1 and 2 before starting part 3 so I can refamiliarize myself with the story once again. It probably won't be released until 2024 or 2025 and I don't plan to religiously follow updates or information regarding its release, but I do think I'll find news of its release as a happy surprise.