I have rewatched this an unhealthy amount of times - just to see Sugino's intense gaze and then that damn smile! ❤️I need him to take rom-com dramas! (And someone to sub it all - still waiting for Mountain Doctor)
1) Does anyone else feel Serial Killer J is going to be Satan? 2) Could Arong be just be a demon who is very strict…
Thanks for sharing your theory - I guess we all agree on these areas similarly.
I honestly do not want Season 2 though - cause I can't wait long for it. Multiple seasons in my opinion seem to dilute the show experience and excitement.
1) Does anyone else feel Serial Killer J is going to be Satan? 2) Could Arong be just be a demon who is very strict…
4 - I am also thinking second son killed/stabbed her and father witnessed it. He therefore wants to hide it and is keeping tabs on Bitna should her memories return. Or it could be Son 1 as well, maybe Bitna was against the redevelopment for some reason.
We do not know how she came to stay in that apartment - like was Bitna always staying there or Justicia had to take the apartnment cause of her overspend? I do not recall.
But if Bitna was already staying there - then maybe she was against the redevelopment and while she must have joined hands with Assemblyman and sons at some point of time - for this she must have put her foot down. Which is why she was killed by them - but then cause she had previously done some sins - or rather collaborated - she was put into hell.
So she was in hell - just the wrong kind, like you shared.
3) but can you share more on the fake hell - I want to understand this one more. Like I said I love long explanations - so if you have time, please do share what are you thinking when sharing about this concept.
1) Does anyone else feel Serial Killer J is going to be Satan? 2) Could Arong be just be a demon who is very strict…
I love long answers - and thanks for taking the time to share your theories. I love it - personally gunning for a happy ending, but the other one is more realistic/logical though it will make me immensely sad.
Or the fact that they will give a sad open-ending for Season 2 - that is also something I do not want cause I like my drama shows to be short and crisp, without the long waiting period.
Let's see - love the fact that the show is so exciting for you as well :) Will come back and discuss when it all ends :)
After Ep 8 - I have the following questions, Adding them as first comment under spoiler tag. Want to know what…
1) Does anyone else feel Serial Killer J is going to be Satan? 2) Could Arong be just be a demon who is very strict with following the rules laid out for her - or there could be more - like being a sidekick of Satan? Is she just serving a punishment as human + additional task of rounding up demons who have gone astray as per Bael's or Lucifer's instruction as she let the human Bitna get away somehow OR she really is Satan's follower? 3) What happened to human Bitna? Where is she - in hell or has she escaped? 4) Who could have stabbed human Bitna - I feel it could be Son #1 or #2 of the Assemblyman, or Assemblyman himself - but why? Or was it Serial Killer J / Satan himself? 5) How will it all end - will Justicia go back to hell or stay human?
Finally they have joined hands 🤝❤️ This is going to more badass for the sinners but then I am hoping for a happy ending for the leads (please writers 🙏🏼)
I felt much like you and even commented about it to some commenters. However, after I read The End of Eternity…
I have had other friends on MDL who recommended this drama to me share the same thing, when I pointed out that I cannot get into this drama cause I cannot understand this romance and the FL's delivery of it. But then if this is the case - then the screenplay is wrong, because the drama does not focus on this confusion, rather it is taking majority of the audience to focus on the "cute moments, the heart fluttering kisses and situations, the good looks of the couple"
I admit I have not completed the drama but I have seen majority of it - and no where are these things being questioned by any character, to the point that it also makes the audience aware.
In your other comment you have mentioned that "Hollywood has been using movies and TV shows as a way to promote social change and question the morality of something for years. Why can't Asian dramas do the same?" I think there are Asian dramas that do question and promote some social changes - just that this drama probably is not good example.
I usually do not watch C-dramas, cause somehow am not able to get into it. RESET has been the only exception, so much so that it has made to my Top 10 dramas of all time.
This drama has always been highly recommended on MDL and social media - and while I was not truly excited by the story summary - I decided to give it a try myself. I tried and tried multiple times to watch but ended up putting on hold and finally dropping it some months ago.
Today again I thought of picking it up and came across your review and you've rightly pointed out everything that I have felt this drama is lacking and therefore I am unable to understand the hype. Especially the FL's baby voice+acting plus the fact that how is this considered an epic romance, where all they had were cute moments/kisses without the deep conversation or anything else. They just randomly thought and fell in love - seemed very weird to me.
And going by the comments seems like am not the only one - there are a lot of people who felt happy watching it, but then it does not connect with all due to some fundamental weak points in story and acting.
Agreed with your review. This drama was a hype, but tried watching a few ep and had to put it on hold as something…
Thank you, Megumi for taking the time and reading the review. Yes, I was about to drop it but managed to pull through. It is something am trying this year to not drop many dramas unless they are extremely horrible.
Good that you have put it on hold, so maybe sometime in future you can try it. But yes, for now not worth the time and effort - there are other better dramas imo!
Question for Ep 5 - scene where the White Tigers are chasing the Queen's carriage and use those hooks to slow it down. Mu Gol - chops off the top of the carriage where the hooks were caught, why couldn't he just chop off the ropes instead?
It would have been easier to cut the 4-5 ropes, than the wood :/
completely agree! He's so good and the way he carries himself, just legendary. Action man in The Fiery Priest.…
Save Me has intrigued me in terms of the premise/story summary - but then I really do not like Seo Yea Ji 🙈 which is why I never saw the show. Does Go Jun have good screentime - then I can think about watching the show for the story and him 🥹
completely agree! He's so good and the way he carries himself, just legendary. Action man in The Fiery Priest.…
I really want to see that dance now - if you have the video link, please do share! Also, I checked out your profile and it has the fight and walk scenes from Save Me #swoon!
Go Jun is such a FREAKING AMAZING AHJUICCY Actor! #fangirling and #drooling like crazy! 😍
Binging this show non-stop and on Ep 11 - but I had to stop and write this for him. He is playing the character of detective so well - bringing in such diverse expressions and emotions - that intense gaze as he looks for the truth, the empathy towards ML for the obvious injustice, cleverly trapping the wrong-doers/liars, being sarcastic and funny and the action! #swoooon ❤️ I am watching it for the mystery to unfold - but mainly for this guy - who has played the detective with such finesse.
This is technically the 2nd time I am watching him - first time being Misty, but the range this character has is much more. Totally swoon-worthy character and actor ❤️ Looking to finish this drama and look for his other works in future - definitely an actor to lookout for!
Also it was funny how FL was just trying to have a baby through different means, then she met a guy who loved…
Really curious - who does she end up with? I have not watched the show and frankly not in the mood for it. But really want to know who out of the 3 did she go with - or did she not choose any one of them?
HAHAHA HERE FOR THE SAME REASON, I'M OBSESSED WITH JAE YOUNG TOO
High-five, fellow fangirl! 🙌🏼 Hahah, hope you are enjoying the shows. Also like I mentioned - do watch Running Man, if you get a chance. Overall that variety show is always good - and with Jae Young in it, well you'll love it when you see it :)
Personally, I have not liked PSH in the shows I have seen her so far cause I think she was stereotyped as the…
Hmm - sorry that you disliked it, but really hoping the next one that you watch turns out better - from start to finish! :)
I know some of the comments/reviews can seem biased or not something for you - but can be used a reference. Of course the ultimate decision lies with us to watch or drop.
Or could she too be in a different body?
I honestly do not want Season 2 though - cause I can't wait long for it. Multiple seasons in my opinion seem to dilute the show experience and excitement.
We do not know how she came to stay in that apartment - like was Bitna always staying there or Justicia had to take the apartnment cause of her overspend? I do not recall.
But if Bitna was already staying there - then maybe she was against the redevelopment and while she must have joined hands with Assemblyman and sons at some point of time - for this she must have put her foot down.
Which is why she was killed by them - but then cause she had previously done some sins - or rather collaborated - she was put into hell.
So she was in hell - just the wrong kind, like you shared.
3) but can you share more on the fake hell - I want to understand this one more. Like I said I love long explanations - so if you have time, please do share what are you thinking when sharing about this concept.
Or the fact that they will give a sad open-ending for Season 2 - that is also something I do not want cause I like my drama shows to be short and crisp, without the long waiting period.
Let's see - love the fact that the show is so exciting for you as well :)
Will come back and discuss when it all ends :)
2) Could Arong be just be a demon who is very strict with following the rules laid out for her - or there could be more - like being a sidekick of Satan? Is she just serving a punishment as human + additional task of rounding up demons who have gone astray as per Bael's or Lucifer's instruction as she let the human Bitna get away somehow OR she really is Satan's follower?
3) What happened to human Bitna? Where is she - in hell or has she escaped?
4) Who could have stabbed human Bitna - I feel it could be Son #1 or #2 of the Assemblyman, or Assemblyman himself - but why? Or was it Serial Killer J / Satan himself?
5) How will it all end - will Justicia go back to hell or stay human?
Want to know what others think!
This is going to more badass for the sinners but then I am hoping for a happy ending for the leads (please writers 🙏🏼)
I admit I have not completed the drama but I have seen majority of it - and no where are these things being questioned by any character, to the point that it also makes the audience aware.
In your other comment you have mentioned that "Hollywood has been using movies and TV shows as a way to promote social change and question the morality of something for years. Why can't Asian dramas do the same?" I think there are Asian dramas that do question and promote some social changes - just that this drama probably is not good example.
This drama has always been highly recommended on MDL and social media - and while I was not truly excited by the story summary - I decided to give it a try myself. I tried and tried multiple times to watch but ended up putting on hold and finally dropping it some months ago.
Today again I thought of picking it up and came across your review and you've rightly pointed out everything that I have felt this drama is lacking and therefore I am unable to understand the hype.
Especially the FL's baby voice+acting plus the fact that how is this considered an epic romance, where all they had were cute moments/kisses without the deep conversation or anything else. They just randomly thought and fell in love - seemed very weird to me.
And going by the comments seems like am not the only one - there are a lot of people who felt happy watching it, but then it does not connect with all due to some fundamental weak points in story and acting.
Good that you have put it on hold, so maybe sometime in future you can try it. But yes, for now not worth the time and effort - there are other better dramas imo!
It would have been easier to cut the 4-5 ropes, than the wood :/
Binging this show non-stop and on Ep 11 - but I had to stop and write this for him. He is playing the character of detective so well - bringing in such diverse expressions and emotions - that intense gaze as he looks for the truth, the empathy towards ML for the obvious injustice, cleverly trapping the wrong-doers/liars, being sarcastic and funny and the action! #swoooon ❤️ I am watching it for the mystery to unfold - but mainly for this guy - who has played the detective with such finesse.
This is technically the 2nd time I am watching him - first time being Misty, but the range this character has is much more. Totally swoon-worthy character and actor ❤️ Looking to finish this drama and look for his other works in future - definitely an actor to lookout for!
Also like I mentioned - do watch Running Man, if you get a chance. Overall that variety show is always good - and with Jae Young in it, well you'll love it when you see it :)
I know some of the comments/reviews can seem biased or not something for you - but can be used a reference. Of course the ultimate decision lies with us to watch or drop.