Acting has also gotten better too, more natural instead of the over the top stuff they use to do before. Once…
Writing too! The old kdramas came in two varieties: modern makjang or historical makjang. There is a wider diversity of stories and plotlines now. Maybe you liked that stuff, but some of us sure as heck don't. A bit of makjang is ok but not when it's the only option and also when they use the same old over the top storylines, themes, and cliches over and over again.
Yeah no, I def wouldn't say more "westernized" I would say "bigger budget". Kdrama industry has def changed but…
Acting has also gotten better too, more natural instead of the over the top stuff they use to do before. Once again, that is not "more western" though lol it's just more natural.
Yeah no, I def wouldn't say more "westernized" I would say "bigger budget". Kdrama industry has def changed but it still doesn't feel like I'm watching an American series. The Korean entertainment industry just has more $ now so they can invest in bigger and better productions instead of the amateur looking dramas that use to come out 10+ years ago.
https://www.cinemaescapist.com/2021/08/review-netflix-dp-korean-drama/ This article rightly states that without…
True, that was another point. Honestly surprised something like this was able to be made, without Netflix I’m sure no public or even cable station would have picked it up! I’m sure the Korean military industrial complex isn’t happy.
Definitely enjoying these netflix dramas like DP, Extracurricular, Move to Heaven etc. that show a grittier, darker side of Korea that usually isn't portrayed in dramas. Which is also much to do with the fact that these shows are not censored the same way as network dramas. Keep em comin'!
We already there bruh.