Love Me If You Dare Episode 4
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After 4 episodes I'm definitely sticking this drama out. I really like the mesh of my favorite crime shows from the US with drama land additions and twists to the plot. It's this magical feeling!
I'm very curious as to whom the picture taker is. Either a serial killer that is obsessed with Bo, or a government agency. My guess would be whoever chained him up in the first episode flashbacks! I do love a good build up.
I loved the look on Jian Yao's face when she saw the father and sun reunite. In the end I know she'll choose to stay on as Bo's assistant, but I loved her take on events. So I look forward to watching the process as she finally decides to take the job.
Overall a great episode and I love the character interactions that the writers have created. Especially as the actors execute them. Love Me if You Dare is one of those rare treats that creates excellent chemistry with its cast and develops the characters. I suppose at this point it can be considered a slow drama, but it makes up for it in the build up of the world and characters.
I'm very curious as to whom the picture taker is. Either a serial killer that is obsessed with Bo, or a government agency. My guess would be whoever chained him up in the first episode flashbacks! I do love a good build up.
I loved the look on Jian Yao's face when she saw the father and sun reunite. In the end I know she'll choose to stay on as Bo's assistant, but I loved her take on events. So I look forward to watching the process as she finally decides to take the job.
Overall a great episode and I love the character interactions that the writers have created. Especially as the actors execute them. Love Me if You Dare is one of those rare treats that creates excellent chemistry with its cast and develops the characters. I suppose at this point it can be considered a slow drama, but it makes up for it in the build up of the world and characters.
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Lucky Romance Episode 6
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Wow, this was an intense episode. With the IF project time line coming to an end, not to mention Bo Nui needs to find a Tiger and catch him. ^_- Thing is the situation is crazy dangerous. Meeting a total stranger and trusting them to just keep it to sex and hopefully the sex is vanilla!
Su Ho was right, and he saved her more than once. But you can't help but feel for Bo Nui and her stupid actions. She knows it's crazy, but she will do anything for her sister.
I really love that aspects of the side characters as they all interact with eahtoher. I am shipping people now! Even a couple characters with multiple girls! I just can't decide who I ship more.
Su Ho is bordering on one of those jerk leads. He's saved her from her own stupidity, but I feel like he's doing it in a cruel way. Not to mention that he wanted answers from Bo Nui, who's more than willing to give answers, but cuts her off and then just insults her. He is judging her.
I suppose a man like Su Ho needs to figure it out for himself. Though he is given the answer, so I feel like he should at some point really communicate with Bo Nui.
Because, I won't lie, I'm feeling the chemistry between Bo Nui and Su Ho. But they honestly haven't had that much interactions with each other. When they are interacting it's mostly yelling at each other! What I have now is a serious case of second lead syndrome. Gary (Gary Choi/Gun Wook) has my heart in this romance. The moments the two have been beautifully played out and Lee Soo Hyuk as Gary stole my heart. Not to mention that both Bo Nui and Gary have not only been developed, but have the most development thus far.
The ending cliffhanger was so cruel. I'm pretty sure that Su Ho is not there for a quickie. If they writers really go this far this early, my hats off to them. It will make for a very interesting drama. One way or another I'm captivated by this drama and it's characters. I feel like things may go for a tragic twist . . . my speculations will be in my feeds update.
Su Ho was right, and he saved her more than once. But you can't help but feel for Bo Nui and her stupid actions. She knows it's crazy, but she will do anything for her sister.
I really love that aspects of the side characters as they all interact with eahtoher. I am shipping people now! Even a couple characters with multiple girls! I just can't decide who I ship more.
Su Ho is bordering on one of those jerk leads. He's saved her from her own stupidity, but I feel like he's doing it in a cruel way. Not to mention that he wanted answers from Bo Nui, who's more than willing to give answers, but cuts her off and then just insults her. He is judging her.
I suppose a man like Su Ho needs to figure it out for himself. Though he is given the answer, so I feel like he should at some point really communicate with Bo Nui.
Because, I won't lie, I'm feeling the chemistry between Bo Nui and Su Ho. But they honestly haven't had that much interactions with each other. When they are interacting it's mostly yelling at each other! What I have now is a serious case of second lead syndrome. Gary (Gary Choi/Gun Wook) has my heart in this romance. The moments the two have been beautifully played out and Lee Soo Hyuk as Gary stole my heart. Not to mention that both Bo Nui and Gary have not only been developed, but have the most development thus far.
The ending cliffhanger was so cruel. I'm pretty sure that Su Ho is not there for a quickie. If they writers really go this far this early, my hats off to them. It will make for a very interesting drama. One way or another I'm captivated by this drama and it's characters. I feel like things may go for a tragic twist . . . my speculations will be in my feeds update.
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Lucky Romance Episode 5
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Lucky Romance is definitely growing on me. The love that Bo Nui has for her sister is staggering. It hit me while I was watching that all of her superstitions and craziness about sleeping with a man born of the tiger, is because she needs to hold on desperately to the belief that her sister will wake up. She knows it all sounds crazy, but if her doing all that could some how help her sister she would do it. Truly that depth of love is beautiful. It may be a gimmick for the show, but in this episode the writer, director, and actress made me believe it. ;_;
On the butterfly talisman, I thought the shaman said it was for protecting Su Ho from Bo Nui's unluckiness? So the shaman is lying? If all the superstitions are to believe is the Shaman scamming her, or trying to sneakily help?
The story and cast is really growing on me. They all play off of each other well. Despite myself I have definitely fallen for this drama, it's addicting. Not to mention that it is making me laugh as the humor finds it's self, want to cry with Bo Nui, and have a good time. It's crazy, all of it! That's part of it's charm and I think episode 5 pulls all of the craziness together to create a solid episode.
On the butterfly talisman, I thought the shaman said it was for protecting Su Ho from Bo Nui's unluckiness? So the shaman is lying? If all the superstitions are to believe is the Shaman scamming her, or trying to sneakily help?
The story and cast is really growing on me. They all play off of each other well. Despite myself I have definitely fallen for this drama, it's addicting. Not to mention that it is making me laugh as the humor finds it's self, want to cry with Bo Nui, and have a good time. It's crazy, all of it! That's part of it's charm and I think episode 5 pulls all of the craziness together to create a solid episode.
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Dear My Friends Episode 8
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What games are Choong Nam playing? She was ready to step out on the her fancy of Sung Jae because she didn't really want a man that bad, or at least him. I think her nephew is right, she's bored!
What a great episode. While it left us in a cliffhanger about Park Wan and Nan Hee, it did build up the suspense quite well.
Overall another solid episode. I love watching the relationships unfold. There were so many wonderful heartfelt moments. Not to mention that I love the music for this drama, especially how well it's used.
What a great episode. While it left us in a cliffhanger about Park Wan and Nan Hee, it did build up the suspense quite well.
Overall another solid episode. I love watching the relationships unfold. There were so many wonderful heartfelt moments. Not to mention that I love the music for this drama, especially how well it's used.
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Dear My Friends Episode 7
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It's coming the face off between Park Wan and Nan Hee. Personally I'm on Park Wan's side and adherently hope she tells her off. I hate it when people go sneaking and lurking to find out what they want. Instead of simply asking that person face to face. If Nan Hee does something foolish (like the previews are showing) she could damage her daughter's reputation and lose her her job!
Overall I thought this episode was grand. Suk Kyoon and Sung Jae had some great fun getting revenge for Suk Kyoon's daughter. I love the music that accompanied them. Sung Jae is annoying me with this love triangle game he's playing. Clearly he knows Hee Ja is his main goal, and he likes that she's saying know. Poor Choong Nam is the back up. I'm excited at the prospect of Choong Nam facing him and telling Sung Jae off.
The funeral was lovely and moving, and I had never thought of the fact that as an older person losing your parent you become an orphan. It's true, everyone has to grieve their parent at some point.
Dear My Friends is turning out to be a potent show of raw emotions. I love the cast here, especially the decades long friendships and histories. I for one am thrilled for wherever this show takes me. (And I wonder if Min Ho will be on man patrol for his mother? ^_-) It also breaks my heart that Suk Kyoon is doing what he can to fix his mistake and to help his daughter, but has he truly waited to long to change?
Well I'm off to what is going to be one dramatic episode.
Overall I thought this episode was grand. Suk Kyoon and Sung Jae had some great fun getting revenge for Suk Kyoon's daughter. I love the music that accompanied them. Sung Jae is annoying me with this love triangle game he's playing. Clearly he knows Hee Ja is his main goal, and he likes that she's saying know. Poor Choong Nam is the back up. I'm excited at the prospect of Choong Nam facing him and telling Sung Jae off.
The funeral was lovely and moving, and I had never thought of the fact that as an older person losing your parent you become an orphan. It's true, everyone has to grieve their parent at some point.
Dear My Friends is turning out to be a potent show of raw emotions. I love the cast here, especially the decades long friendships and histories. I for one am thrilled for wherever this show takes me. (And I wonder if Min Ho will be on man patrol for his mother? ^_-) It also breaks my heart that Suk Kyoon is doing what he can to fix his mistake and to help his daughter, but has he truly waited to long to change?
Well I'm off to what is going to be one dramatic episode.
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Beautiful Gong Shim Episode 8
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Since the hide and seek game we've known what kind of self esteem Gong Shim has. (Well, honestly since before then.) She picked the garbage to hide in. So it breaks my heart after watching her stand up for herself, and me basically falling in love with her episode after episode, to see her still not proud of herself.
It's amazing that Beautiful Gong Shim is not taking it's time. The best part are the men aren't wishy-washy. They know their feelings, so there's no dancing back and forth between two women. I felt the sincerity of Dan Tae and Joon Soo.
I think the bigger arc is coming into play, and roles may reverse. I wonder if Gong Shim will go and there will be a two year time jump? While I normally hate time jumps (as it usually means the writing gets of course or the writer(s) ran out of ideas) I think it might be a cool concept for this show. Though why did she change to horticulture? I thought she wanted to go to Italy to paint? Though, you can always have two passions. I love plants/flowers too, so I feel you Gong Shim!
Either way I loved this episode! Gong Shim's mom stands up for her in a glorious fashion, and I'm so proud after how they treated her at the beginning. Gong Mi is still evil, glad her sister quit because her working there went against her grand plan. I really hope Gong Mi can change. The sheer honesty of Joon Soo, Dan Tae, and Gong Shim's emotions was absolutely movie this episode. I love that this episode, and the entire show, brings up the value of ones self and inner beauty. This show has some of the most wonderful male leads and my favorite female lead.
Probably why this is currently the best show airing. At least from what I'm currently watching.
It's amazing that Beautiful Gong Shim is not taking it's time. The best part are the men aren't wishy-washy. They know their feelings, so there's no dancing back and forth between two women. I felt the sincerity of Dan Tae and Joon Soo.
I think the bigger arc is coming into play, and roles may reverse. I wonder if Gong Shim will go and there will be a two year time jump? While I normally hate time jumps (as it usually means the writing gets of course or the writer(s) ran out of ideas) I think it might be a cool concept for this show. Though why did she change to horticulture? I thought she wanted to go to Italy to paint? Though, you can always have two passions. I love plants/flowers too, so I feel you Gong Shim!
Either way I loved this episode! Gong Shim's mom stands up for her in a glorious fashion, and I'm so proud after how they treated her at the beginning. Gong Mi is still evil, glad her sister quit because her working there went against her grand plan. I really hope Gong Mi can change. The sheer honesty of Joon Soo, Dan Tae, and Gong Shim's emotions was absolutely movie this episode. I love that this episode, and the entire show, brings up the value of ones self and inner beauty. This show has some of the most wonderful male leads and my favorite female lead.
Probably why this is currently the best show airing. At least from what I'm currently watching.
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Lucky Romance Episode 2
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A step up from the first episode. At least it's actually laying down the plot and foundation for the show. So it will not only be about Bo Nui's superstition, but a common goal of software designing and gaming. I'll admit it's original. Don't forget that Gary Choi is a professional tennis player, and I will give the writers props for making it all come together. (Please, like Gary won't be one of the game idols?)
Overall it's a step in the write direction. I don't want to dump the show right now, but it still has a long way to come.
It's crazy I find Hwang Jung Eum totally stunning to look at. No really, when ever she has a quiet scene where she's not talking I'm enthralled. I'm literally thinking "Man she's a beautiful woman!" But there's something I find off putting about her character, Bo Nui. I'm glad that the tragic events and her belief that she is bad luck hasn't made her dark, scary, angry, and so on. But I think part of the disconnect is that I am not a superstitious person and believe fully that her shaman is tricking her. AND! I don't care for overly . . . scatter brained characters. Phones in the fridge is cute, vomiting everywhere, bodily fluids shared, crazy drunk moments, and way too much over the top stuff!
Maybe I'll click with her later, but for now the writing hasn't done much to develop her. Oh, I've got an idea.
The rest of the cast of main characters is stunning to look at! I really enjoy them. The acting isn't anything to phone home about, but it's not bad either.
I think what I'm really having trouble with is the writing. I love humor and fun, but I don't like a mess. Good writing is always a must, even if the drama is wacky. Which so far that is what Lucky romance is. I will be giving this series 4 episodes to impress me. I enjoy the cast of actors and I like the idea that the writer of the original comic is writing the show. (Though I never read them.)
Fighting!
Overall it's a step in the write direction. I don't want to dump the show right now, but it still has a long way to come.
It's crazy I find Hwang Jung Eum totally stunning to look at. No really, when ever she has a quiet scene where she's not talking I'm enthralled. I'm literally thinking "Man she's a beautiful woman!" But there's something I find off putting about her character, Bo Nui. I'm glad that the tragic events and her belief that she is bad luck hasn't made her dark, scary, angry, and so on. But I think part of the disconnect is that I am not a superstitious person and believe fully that her shaman is tricking her. AND! I don't care for overly . . . scatter brained characters. Phones in the fridge is cute, vomiting everywhere, bodily fluids shared, crazy drunk moments, and way too much over the top stuff!
Maybe I'll click with her later, but for now the writing hasn't done much to develop her. Oh, I've got an idea.
The rest of the cast of main characters is stunning to look at! I really enjoy them. The acting isn't anything to phone home about, but it's not bad either.
I think what I'm really having trouble with is the writing. I love humor and fun, but I don't like a mess. Good writing is always a must, even if the drama is wacky. Which so far that is what Lucky romance is. I will be giving this series 4 episodes to impress me. I enjoy the cast of actors and I like the idea that the writer of the original comic is writing the show. (Though I never read them.)
Fighting!
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Beautiful Gong Shim Episode 6
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Man I'd be so ticked at Dan Tae's antics if he wasn't so darn cute!! It's strange normally I'd be very annoyed against Dan Tae: he's aggressive, possisive, tricking the Gong Shim for attention, and so on.
However, it really works for Dan Tae's character. To behonest I get where he is coming from. He's realized that he likes Gong Shim, but he's too awkward and inexperienced to get her to notice. Because Gong Shim is socially awkward. Not to mention that she thinks she dislikes Dan Tae and is trying to woo Joon Soo.
So this is the episode that's making this love square even more of a reality. I truly feel bad for Gong Mi. But she makes it hard for me to take her side. She's scheming again and I'm worried about poor sweet Joon Soo.
I enjoyed the Butterfly reveal this episode (that slow motion scene where the woman is hit by the truck is really creeping me out). I wonder when the Butterfly will be officially discovered? I'm looking forward to the reveal, I love a good plot to take over the company! Good thing Soon Cheon is a crafty woman. Though I really wish she'd treat Joon Soo better. She could have him on her side in a heart beat!
On that note I loved the gag real at the end of this episode in place of the previews. He's eating the straw!
However, it really works for Dan Tae's character. To behonest I get where he is coming from. He's realized that he likes Gong Shim, but he's too awkward and inexperienced to get her to notice. Because Gong Shim is socially awkward. Not to mention that she thinks she dislikes Dan Tae and is trying to woo Joon Soo.
So this is the episode that's making this love square even more of a reality. I truly feel bad for Gong Mi. But she makes it hard for me to take her side. She's scheming again and I'm worried about poor sweet Joon Soo.
I enjoyed the Butterfly reveal this episode (that slow motion scene where the woman is hit by the truck is really creeping me out). I wonder when the Butterfly will be officially discovered? I'm looking forward to the reveal, I love a good plot to take over the company! Good thing Soon Cheon is a crafty woman. Though I really wish she'd treat Joon Soo better. She could have him on her side in a heart beat!
On that note I loved the gag real at the end of this episode in place of the previews. He's eating the straw!
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Beautiful Gong Shim Episode 4
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Extreme rich guy hunting! It's real and it relies heavily on stepping on your sisters back to do it. Dang! Gong Mi I both applaud and fear you. She's a woman who knows what she wants and goes for it. Though the fact that she's betraying my beloved Gong Shim means I'm obligated to hate her. *shrugs*
That's fine. Gong Shim and Joon Soo have serious chemistry, but Gong Shim and Dan Tae are freaking amazing together!! No really. I am shipping them hard. So hard. >_<
I love role reversel moments in dramas, so when Gong Mi has to career a drunk Dan Tae home I cried with laughter. It's only far as last episode Dan Tae did it for her! Maybe they can both be sick together and take care of each other. There are so many hilarious ways the writers could take this.
Again I love the humor and joy of this show. It's a little dark with the secret reveal of what happened to Joon Pyo. Yeah, I don't think the writers are going to pull a fast one where Dan Tae and Joon Pyo are concerned. That's okay because I think the route that the show is going with Dan Tae's parents and aunt is going to be pretty shocking.
Oh, and the punching scene! Gong Mi was going to get that punch in no matter what. Especially after learning the secret of her target. Who says she's dumb? Not worldly, sure.
That's fine. Gong Shim and Joon Soo have serious chemistry, but Gong Shim and Dan Tae are freaking amazing together!! No really. I am shipping them hard. So hard. >_<
I love role reversel moments in dramas, so when Gong Mi has to career a drunk Dan Tae home I cried with laughter. It's only far as last episode Dan Tae did it for her! Maybe they can both be sick together and take care of each other. There are so many hilarious ways the writers could take this.
Again I love the humor and joy of this show. It's a little dark with the secret reveal of what happened to Joon Pyo. Yeah, I don't think the writers are going to pull a fast one where Dan Tae and Joon Pyo are concerned. That's okay because I think the route that the show is going with Dan Tae's parents and aunt is going to be pretty shocking.
Oh, and the punching scene! Gong Mi was going to get that punch in no matter what. Especially after learning the secret of her target. Who says she's dumb? Not worldly, sure.
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Dear My Friends Episode 5
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Wow, that was a really bad joke. REALLY bad. I thought last episode I was doomed with this show and that I would have to give it up. But it was all a setup . . . for a bad joke. I do admire that it made the characters reflect on their lives and morals.
What brought Dear My Friends back on course was that we finally get to delved in the other characters! Especially Choong Nam! Despite myself I fell in love with her and was waiting for the development! Not to mention Yeong Won's past. I really want more friendship moments with Choong Nam Yeong Won! The few sprinkled in this episode wasn't enough.
Park Wan and Yeon Ha's love story went exactly how I predicted. (Sometimes hunches and previews for the next episode is all you need to spoil a show!) It's interesting that Yeon Ha is moving on after he finally got Park Wan to talk about his legs. Park Wan's reaction is interesting. (And who saw! The secrets are going to have to come out at some point.) I'm really hoping that there's more to her dumping her crippled boyfriend than because what her mom is telling her. She's with a married guy, so clearly disobeying her mom is not a issue.
Overall this brought me back on board. Though I really hope the writer doesn't do any thing like this again. I'm glad that we're diving deeper into the other main characters and the "older" people are hanging out. It's great to see them all having fun and to discover their past connections. This cast has such great chemistry together.
What brought Dear My Friends back on course was that we finally get to delved in the other characters! Especially Choong Nam! Despite myself I fell in love with her and was waiting for the development! Not to mention Yeong Won's past. I really want more friendship moments with Choong Nam Yeong Won! The few sprinkled in this episode wasn't enough.
Park Wan and Yeon Ha's love story went exactly how I predicted. (Sometimes hunches and previews for the next episode is all you need to spoil a show!) It's interesting that Yeon Ha is moving on after he finally got Park Wan to talk about his legs. Park Wan's reaction is interesting. (And who saw! The secrets are going to have to come out at some point.) I'm really hoping that there's more to her dumping her crippled boyfriend than because what her mom is telling her. She's with a married guy, so clearly disobeying her mom is not a issue.
Overall this brought me back on board. Though I really hope the writer doesn't do any thing like this again. I'm glad that we're diving deeper into the other main characters and the "older" people are hanging out. It's great to see them all having fun and to discover their past connections. This cast has such great chemistry together.
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Beautiful Gong Shim Episode 3
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Best hide and seek game ever! (Though I'm a little disheartened that my beloved Gong Shim's choices. The dog would have been perfect. Who doesn't love an adorable snuggle partner!) I'm not sure if I've ever scene a game of hide and seek in a drama before, but this one takes the cake! I could not stop laughing.
Actress Min Ah as Gong Shim has definitely become a favorite of mine. Her comedic timing is perfect, and the thing is Gong Shim is mostly dark and . . . creepy. I don't know. She's quiet and serious, and somehow Min Ah makes it amazing. So when Gong Shim is big and loud it blows you away!
Normally I'm not for love triangles, but I like this one! We're getting a great character development that makes you feel for them as individuals. Which is the point as this show is about whether outer or inner beauty is more important. What's is even more important is that there is no insta-love. At this point there might be a budding crush/minor interest on some fronts. I love a slow build up!
Gong Mi is definitely turning into a typical villainess as she stalks Joon Soo. When someone told her about the concept of husband hunting she took it to mean the extreme! No really. Forget about developing Gong Mi and her work place issue! We're seeing the claws come out. I think my dreams of sisterly affection are definitely brutally murdered in this episode.
Beautiful Gong Shim's writers have out done themselves with the level of writing here! Comedy, character devlopemnet with well realized characters, and I even have faith that they might pull a fast one on viewers about the kidnapped son bit. (Hey, a girl can dream!) Even if they don't pull a twist it's still great writing. I'm beyond impressed with the cast here! Everyone plays off each other so well.
Actress Min Ah as Gong Shim has definitely become a favorite of mine. Her comedic timing is perfect, and the thing is Gong Shim is mostly dark and . . . creepy. I don't know. She's quiet and serious, and somehow Min Ah makes it amazing. So when Gong Shim is big and loud it blows you away!
Normally I'm not for love triangles, but I like this one! We're getting a great character development that makes you feel for them as individuals. Which is the point as this show is about whether outer or inner beauty is more important. What's is even more important is that there is no insta-love. At this point there might be a budding crush/minor interest on some fronts. I love a slow build up!
Gong Mi is definitely turning into a typical villainess as she stalks Joon Soo. When someone told her about the concept of husband hunting she took it to mean the extreme! No really. Forget about developing Gong Mi and her work place issue! We're seeing the claws come out. I think my dreams of sisterly affection are definitely brutally murdered in this episode.
Beautiful Gong Shim's writers have out done themselves with the level of writing here! Comedy, character devlopemnet with well realized characters, and I even have faith that they might pull a fast one on viewers about the kidnapped son bit. (Hey, a girl can dream!) Even if they don't pull a twist it's still great writing. I'm beyond impressed with the cast here! Everyone plays off each other so well.
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Wow, I'm so happy that it wrapped up that mystery. To be honest I thought the Hwaseong serial murders case was going to be the overall arc of the series. However, I won't lie. The idea of the cases taking on a personal tone, specially to Park Hae Yeong, is very appealing. As I've said I like the cast of characters and I want to know more about them.
If there is eventually a romance I'd love for it to be Soo Hyun and Jae Han. Jae Han deserves some happiness after what happened. Plus, if it's like the movie there's a chance for them . . .
I'm astonished how well the writers are doing. Stepping away from the Hwaseong case will be tough, but I love bold steps and the fact that they're not trying to phone it in. I hate it when a plot line is milked to death.
It was chilling to see the father defending his son. Because you realize there's something really off with the dad. That he was unable to realize that by protecting his son at all costs he tore family's and lives apart. The flimsy excuse that his son was motherless couldn't even be defended. As a mother of two was killed because of them. He didn't even bat an eye. I blame both people for the murders.
Overall Signal is shaping up to be 2016's best drama. The actors are amazing, visually it's stunning fitting both time lines, and the writing is amazing. There's no question that Signal passes the 4 episode trial period. I have to see this drama to the end.
If there is eventually a romance I'd love for it to be Soo Hyun and Jae Han. Jae Han deserves some happiness after what happened. Plus, if it's like the movie there's a chance for them . . .
I'm astonished how well the writers are doing. Stepping away from the Hwaseong case will be tough, but I love bold steps and the fact that they're not trying to phone it in. I hate it when a plot line is milked to death.
It was chilling to see the father defending his son. Because you realize there's something really off with the dad. That he was unable to realize that by protecting his son at all costs he tore family's and lives apart. The flimsy excuse that his son was motherless couldn't even be defended. As a mother of two was killed because of them. He didn't even bat an eye. I blame both people for the murders.
Overall Signal is shaping up to be 2016's best drama. The actors are amazing, visually it's stunning fitting both time lines, and the writing is amazing. There's no question that Signal passes the 4 episode trial period. I have to see this drama to the end.
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Mirror of the Witch Episode 2
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As someone on Viki said, I'm feeling a Tangled vibe. Well a darker vibe of it. A clumsy money hungry thief with boyish charms stumbles onto the screen. Soon discovering a fair maiden trapped in a, err, hole/house that she can't leave.
While I immediately wanted Sea Ron, Seo Ri (AKA Princess Yeon Hee), to take over the story I admire that it focused immediately on Heo Jun. We get to know him, his world, and are left with just enough questions about him to keep him interesting. ^_- Heo Jun's lines are well delivered and I can see that actor Shi Yoon is going to be a great comedic relief.
For any dark fantasy well written and delivered humor is a most. I'm a huge dark fantasy fan and I know humor is a big factor. It makes the story more interesting and relatable. There's just enough dark elements here that viewers can't forget the creepiness of the first episode.
The CGI of the white Tiger is so well done. Especially for a TV show. Sure you wouldn't say "I thought it was real" and at times the tiger moved strangely. But I was impressed by the chase scene and how well the tiger fit into the real world scenes.
Of course Sae Ron captures my attention immediately as Seo Ri. I enjoy her fierce personality and I can already see she is quite the stubborn spirit. I'm hoping as the story fleshes her out that she will be a woman who can stand on her own and take on the dark magic around her. Not hide behind male leads.
Sae Ron's brother, Poong Yeon, is a bit of a let down. Already sporting a crush and at this point it might be premature to call it a silly trope. However, I think it would be more interesting if they had just a brother and sister relationship/feelings.
Overall this was a pretty solid follow-up. We're introduced to Crown Prince Soon Hwea (you know Seo Ri's twin brother) and get a basic feel for him. The more important part is seeing the dynamics of the palace and how things are 17 years after events of the first episode. Heo Jun being the character that the story follows and picks up at I'm very curious as to his role in the scheme of things. I can't wait to see more of Seo Ri and Soon Hwea. Especially when and how they meet.
While I immediately wanted Sea Ron, Seo Ri (AKA Princess Yeon Hee), to take over the story I admire that it focused immediately on Heo Jun. We get to know him, his world, and are left with just enough questions about him to keep him interesting. ^_- Heo Jun's lines are well delivered and I can see that actor Shi Yoon is going to be a great comedic relief.
For any dark fantasy well written and delivered humor is a most. I'm a huge dark fantasy fan and I know humor is a big factor. It makes the story more interesting and relatable. There's just enough dark elements here that viewers can't forget the creepiness of the first episode.
The CGI of the white Tiger is so well done. Especially for a TV show. Sure you wouldn't say "I thought it was real" and at times the tiger moved strangely. But I was impressed by the chase scene and how well the tiger fit into the real world scenes.
Of course Sae Ron captures my attention immediately as Seo Ri. I enjoy her fierce personality and I can already see she is quite the stubborn spirit. I'm hoping as the story fleshes her out that she will be a woman who can stand on her own and take on the dark magic around her. Not hide behind male leads.
Sae Ron's brother, Poong Yeon, is a bit of a let down. Already sporting a crush and at this point it might be premature to call it a silly trope. However, I think it would be more interesting if they had just a brother and sister relationship/feelings.
Overall this was a pretty solid follow-up. We're introduced to Crown Prince Soon Hwea (you know Seo Ri's twin brother) and get a basic feel for him. The more important part is seeing the dynamics of the palace and how things are 17 years after events of the first episode. Heo Jun being the character that the story follows and picks up at I'm very curious as to his role in the scheme of things. I can't wait to see more of Seo Ri and Soon Hwea. Especially when and how they meet.
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Rooftop Prince Episode 9
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It's understandable that the main characters tend to be the underdogs. After all we're here to cheer them on and watch them do battle. No matter what type of drama. We're watching for the drama. HOWEVER. There is a certain balance that needs to be kept. Where the good guys score one every now and then. Not to mention that they maybe think outside the box.
What I really love is when the main characters get devious and score one on the baddies. However, most of the time I'd just settle for the leads to use their brains. Maybe go on the offensive. Tell someone off.
Park Ha is driving me crazy. Even after getting her memories back she never thinks! She leaves herself open to getting trampled on. And why is no one locking the doors? Especially after what happened in the last episode. One horrible thing after the next. She never gets a break. Not to mention when she gets her memories back she squanders any chances, or lessons, letting Se Na use the truth as a weapon against her! Yes, this makes Se Na pretty awesome as an obstacle/enemy. But it's tiring watching the leads of this drama do stupid things and never learn.
The time travel aspects are definitely dying out. Sure there's some jokes about them not being modern men and they have to learn something. Sadly I think the stoplight boys aren't going to get enough time to be developed into amazing side characters. They're awesome and I think one of them is way more worthy of Park Ha. * sighs* I know that will never happen.
Honestly this drama has passed into the average area. There's a lot more annoying things about it then good. Sure I get that Tae Yong is seeing his dead princess in Se Na. But it would feel more real that in the present reality he knows he cares more for Park Ha, but reality after grief can be rocky. What I'd prefer more of character development so I could buy it all.
What I really love is when the main characters get devious and score one on the baddies. However, most of the time I'd just settle for the leads to use their brains. Maybe go on the offensive. Tell someone off.
Park Ha is driving me crazy. Even after getting her memories back she never thinks! She leaves herself open to getting trampled on. And why is no one locking the doors? Especially after what happened in the last episode. One horrible thing after the next. She never gets a break. Not to mention when she gets her memories back she squanders any chances, or lessons, letting Se Na use the truth as a weapon against her! Yes, this makes Se Na pretty awesome as an obstacle/enemy. But it's tiring watching the leads of this drama do stupid things and never learn.
The time travel aspects are definitely dying out. Sure there's some jokes about them not being modern men and they have to learn something. Sadly I think the stoplight boys aren't going to get enough time to be developed into amazing side characters. They're awesome and I think one of them is way more worthy of Park Ha. * sighs* I know that will never happen.
Honestly this drama has passed into the average area. There's a lot more annoying things about it then good. Sure I get that Tae Yong is seeing his dead princess in Se Na. But it would feel more real that in the present reality he knows he cares more for Park Ha, but reality after grief can be rocky. What I'd prefer more of character development so I could buy it all.
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Rooftop Prince Episode 7
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It's like a game of cat and mouse. The cats are winning.
To be honest I enjoy seeing how everything is weaving together. It's fun. However, if Se Na keeps getting away with things it will become tiring fast. She's unlikable, so even when her "heart" is broken I didn't care.
I'm also wondering if Se Na and Lee Gak are supposed to get their dead selves' memory back? Since the fantasy elements are just a side note I find it hard to believe. But I'm gussing that the actions of the present are supposed to echo the past. If so that means someone will try to kill Se Na again. Or is it really Boo Yong floating in the water? The yellow butterfly is supposed to be her. (Maybe body swapping?)
While I still have issues with how many drama tropes are floating in, I'm very curious how it will all end. There's enough things that I do like about this drama that I don't think I can quit.
To be honest I enjoy seeing how everything is weaving together. It's fun. However, if Se Na keeps getting away with things it will become tiring fast. She's unlikable, so even when her "heart" is broken I didn't care.
I'm also wondering if Se Na and Lee Gak are supposed to get their dead selves' memory back? Since the fantasy elements are just a side note I find it hard to believe. But I'm gussing that the actions of the present are supposed to echo the past. If so that means someone will try to kill Se Na again. Or is it really Boo Yong floating in the water? The yellow butterfly is supposed to be her. (Maybe body swapping?)
While I still have issues with how many drama tropes are floating in, I'm very curious how it will all end. There's enough things that I do like about this drama that I don't think I can quit.
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