[1ST IMPRESSION WITHOUT SPOILERS] As expected from this drama. It introduces our main protagonist's backstory before the heyday of his empire. Cinematography's perfectly fine, even some action sequences. For beginners, this is entirely better for your eyes, and I (reluctantly) agree with some of your stances, but there are some reasons why these 1st 3eps have mixed reviews from some viewers (including medias and youtubers)
and I assure you, finding romance is not the answer. The other male lead: a police officer
As I can see the pattern (deja vu), My Liberation Notes: it's gonna be slow expectations than when you're riding to a whole new lore, EP5. The first 4eps are all about Cha Moosik's origin story, which we'll also await as to why from that ep3 ending, to fill the youth of his days, and why he's being called legendary
What makes this different from any other usual 18+ kdramas is that this drama, uses lots of vulgar, swearing words in their homeland language; and it ain't the typical swearing words you often hear while learning. Second: Cha Moosik. He's totally different from any other typical gambler you've been encountered because *little spoiler* he's a man of principle, and that still akin to his today's personality, no doubt. And also, his resolve to each problem. He knew best to his utmost efforts, which I'm still looking forward onto
Unfortunately, I have some bad news for you: to anyone who awaits the inspector (and yes, blame Disney+ for not promoting this kdrama well), he'll appear on EP5. Voila
There are three main lores, which I mentioned earlier. Others are: Bolton Casino's glory days in 8eps (ep5 - ep12 [S2 ep4]), and final lore: The Fallen for last 4eps (ep13 - ep16 [S2 ep5 - ep8]) (the given lores are indeed my theory, so it doesn't mean I'm entirely right for this one. Just a personal opinion)
We'll see how far his story goes to his heydays in a latter time, in 2023
I love the show but I don't understand why when there is a female and male protagonist they always have to end…
same here after seeing overall; but sometimes... maybe to preserve the community and be less lonely of whatever they feel, might be the main reason, since they're different unlike any of us *sigh*
It'll take a while ngl. Esp. the final editing one, I don't want this sequel befallen to the same case as Casino (delay post-production for longer time editing)
actually, I haven't watched last 2eps yet, just waiting; but for now (correct me) I've heard that Jinhan is dead, right? Cuz I know who replaced him, it's FL along with Taekrok
did they really film in the Philippines? The venues look familiar, might be Okada or Solaire.
yes! as stated from the tags, they filmed abroad before heading back to SK for finishing filming on the set/stages. some fans are lucky to meet them back then
it's for 'compensation' for post-production delay, which originally planned to release this week (but take a little long to edit from the director himself)
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and I assure you, finding romance is not the answer. The other male lead: a police officer
As I can see the pattern (deja vu), My Liberation Notes: it's gonna be slow expectations than when you're riding to a whole new lore, EP5. The first 4eps are all about Cha Moosik's origin story, which we'll also await as to why from that ep3 ending, to fill the youth of his days, and why he's being called legendary
What makes this different from any other usual 18+ kdramas is that this drama, uses lots of vulgar, swearing words in their homeland language; and it ain't the typical swearing words you often hear while learning. Second: Cha Moosik. He's totally different from any other typical gambler you've been encountered because *little spoiler* he's a man of principle, and that still akin to his today's personality, no doubt. And also, his resolve to each problem. He knew best to his utmost efforts, which I'm still looking forward onto
Unfortunately, I have some bad news for you: to anyone who awaits the inspector (and yes, blame Disney+ for not promoting this kdrama well), he'll appear on EP5. Voila
There are three main lores, which I mentioned earlier. Others are: Bolton Casino's glory days in 8eps (ep5 - ep12 [S2 ep4]), and final lore: The Fallen for last 4eps (ep13 - ep16 [S2 ep5 - ep8]) (the given lores are indeed my theory, so it doesn't mean I'm entirely right for this one. Just a personal opinion)
We'll see how far his story goes to his heydays in a latter time, in 2023
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2Mu1UndYrXjIOYCLjbV6Vs
YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nAQaJpV-xfyWtI9I049Ovbtu0V73u0IO4
Show Down MV: https://youtu.be/-tD9TJVzOrg
and... it's almost a hundred tracks. 92, to be exact; so don't complain
oh forgot, my country also will be release to cinema rn as well :")
https://youtu.be/-74Kgca_RjQ
yes, it's R-rating
and as usual per following the guideline of OTT format, this kdrama is also divided into two seasons (confirmed); 8ep per seasons