Well this packed a punch. Bravo to In Ha for making up her own mind and for using the words that were used on her back to the person who should have heard them.
Dal Po's character is . . . sad. He barks and bites the wrong person. Then when his chance comes up he backs down.
Though I get it, Dal Po is having some serious life crisis. He needs to figure out what to do about his brother.
I really enjoyed all of the stories with the side characters. I love so many of them it's great seeing them affect the story and have their own stories going on.
Considering the episode synopsis states Dal Po reveals his identity to his brother, I'm just going to say I was very surprised that they did it so soon. I love how fast paced Pinocchio is going! Hope they can keep it up to episode 20.
Dal Po's character is . . . sad. He barks and bites the wrong person. Then when his chance comes up he backs down.
Though I get it, Dal Po is having some serious life crisis. He needs to figure out what to do about his brother.
I really enjoyed all of the stories with the side characters. I love so many of them it's great seeing them affect the story and have their own stories going on.
Considering the episode synopsis states Dal Po reveals his identity to his brother, I'm just going to say I was very surprised that they did it so soon. I love how fast paced Pinocchio is going! Hope they can keep it up to episode 20.
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Cheese in the Trap Episode 7
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Seol is justifying Jung's crazy and rude behavior. Yuck. To be honest I think it needs to be delved into at this point how different Jung thinks. Because right now he's not coming off very good. Especially with all those questions as to why he would make Seol's life hell like that. Just for saying that Jung could have easily posted those things online, and in away he did. He played with someone else's emotions to make it happen. He toys with a lot of people to get what he wants.
I won't lie, there where a lot of cute couple moments. But if Seol is having these kind of doubts that she won't even let him kiss her (that was one awkward would be kiss scene!) then she needs to end things.
Especially now that the stalk storyline is introduces. Being stalked is serious and I can't believe it would suddenly become part of the story now. That kind of things affects you and I don't think Seol would be the type to suppress the memory until it comes up.
AND if you're being stalked you report it right away and document everything! Report everything. In the states it's so hard to get someone convicted of stalking, not sure about South Korea. That's why it's important that you do not stay quiet about it.
That said there's a lot of crazy stuff that got piled into the story. The perverted panty thief. The classmate who now wants to look like Seol and is become obsessed with her. Plus, this crazy stalker.
It was a mess. I still have found but the writing is brushing of important things and can easily become very convoluted at this point. This is over the top dramatic drama fodder. I'll admit I'm still enjoying it. (I do love my soap operas after all.) At this point I would say that Eun Taek is the real dream guy of this drama. Bo Ra is one lucky lady!
I won't lie, there where a lot of cute couple moments. But if Seol is having these kind of doubts that she won't even let him kiss her (that was one awkward would be kiss scene!) then she needs to end things.
Especially now that the stalk storyline is introduces. Being stalked is serious and I can't believe it would suddenly become part of the story now. That kind of things affects you and I don't think Seol would be the type to suppress the memory until it comes up.
AND if you're being stalked you report it right away and document everything! Report everything. In the states it's so hard to get someone convicted of stalking, not sure about South Korea. That's why it's important that you do not stay quiet about it.
That said there's a lot of crazy stuff that got piled into the story. The perverted panty thief. The classmate who now wants to look like Seol and is become obsessed with her. Plus, this crazy stalker.
It was a mess. I still have found but the writing is brushing of important things and can easily become very convoluted at this point. This is over the top dramatic drama fodder. I'll admit I'm still enjoying it. (I do love my soap operas after all.) At this point I would say that Eun Taek is the real dream guy of this drama. Bo Ra is one lucky lady!
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Cheese in the Trap Episode 6
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I really enjoyed the conversation between Seol and Jung had in Seol's dream. It was a great to see Seol thinking about it from his view point. Not to mention her comment once she woke up. I loved the visual of the table pushing them further apart as they argued. Very dramatic!
Wow, this episode had a lot going for it. Despite myself I'm enjoying the love triangle. I'm sure a lot of the stuff is Jung being mistaken and taken the wrong way. But I definitely have second lead syndrome now!! Sadly though I like Jung now too! How did this happen?
Hong Seol has become a pretty amazing character. She's very well developed and those scenes where she opens up to Jung are wonderful.
I have some questions as to Seol's stalker suddenly appearing. In the flashback of him he stated that Jung sent him to her. Then in present day. First off I get that she doesn't side with stalker. However, if that crazy stalker said that before that would have been the first thing I'd have asked Jung before dating him. Stalkers are scary, and this one seems drama style scary, so why wouldn't that have been at the forefront of her mind? Memory suppression.
At this point I'm really surprised by how much I enjoying Cheese in the Trap. It's a slower pace, but I am feeling all the emotions! I want to know what's happening with In Ho! Why is this guy looking for him? What is the misunderstanding between Jung and In Ho? Yadda, yadda. Clearly I'm hooked.
(I loved Jung's flashback memory as to when he started liking Seol. It was terribly cute!)
Wow, this episode had a lot going for it. Despite myself I'm enjoying the love triangle. I'm sure a lot of the stuff is Jung being mistaken and taken the wrong way. But I definitely have second lead syndrome now!! Sadly though I like Jung now too! How did this happen?
Hong Seol has become a pretty amazing character. She's very well developed and those scenes where she opens up to Jung are wonderful.
I have some questions as to Seol's stalker suddenly appearing. In the flashback of him he stated that Jung sent him to her. Then in present day. First off I get that she doesn't side with stalker. However, if that crazy stalker said that before that would have been the first thing I'd have asked Jung before dating him. Stalkers are scary, and this one seems drama style scary, so why wouldn't that have been at the forefront of her mind? Memory suppression.
At this point I'm really surprised by how much I enjoying Cheese in the Trap. It's a slower pace, but I am feeling all the emotions! I want to know what's happening with In Ho! Why is this guy looking for him? What is the misunderstanding between Jung and In Ho? Yadda, yadda. Clearly I'm hooked.
(I loved Jung's flashback memory as to when he started liking Seol. It was terribly cute!)
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"Shut up and stop giving me a headache already!"
Min Ja, I feel ya. I feel ya. Healer is out of control! I get that his mother's life was on the line, but by rushing in like that he could have really put her in more danger. Plus, I would have thought as Healer put himself out risk to have his identity revealed he would have realized whom would be in danger.
That said the history between Healer and his mother was moving. Especially the scene where he cuts ties with her. I loved seeing him say no with his expressions. It makes me wonder how much his mother really knows about his activities? Either way moving.
This episode also reavealed some of Min Ja's past. Head of Cyber Crimes. I was wondering. Now I really want to know what it was that made her leave and become a rogue hacker?
Not to mention that Myung Hee is starting to think! I wonder how much of her medication is to keep her crippled and controlled by Moon Shik? I'm wondering how she will play the game.
Healer wasn't the only one acting weird. Yeong Shin's reaction to finding out who Healer was is disappointing. But makes perfect since and I understand where she was coming from. My vision was unrealistic, but I like that the writers kept it real.
Dear teacher. I hope he's playing Moon Shik. Please let him be fooling everyone! Please. ;_;
Min Ja, I feel ya. I feel ya. Healer is out of control! I get that his mother's life was on the line, but by rushing in like that he could have really put her in more danger. Plus, I would have thought as Healer put himself out risk to have his identity revealed he would have realized whom would be in danger.
That said the history between Healer and his mother was moving. Especially the scene where he cuts ties with her. I loved seeing him say no with his expressions. It makes me wonder how much his mother really knows about his activities? Either way moving.
This episode also reavealed some of Min Ja's past. Head of Cyber Crimes. I was wondering. Now I really want to know what it was that made her leave and become a rogue hacker?
Not to mention that Myung Hee is starting to think! I wonder how much of her medication is to keep her crippled and controlled by Moon Shik? I'm wondering how she will play the game.
Healer wasn't the only one acting weird. Yeong Shin's reaction to finding out who Healer was is disappointing. But makes perfect since and I understand where she was coming from. My vision was unrealistic, but I like that the writers kept it real.
Dear teacher. I hope he's playing Moon Shik. Please let him be fooling everyone! Please. ;_;
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Healer's smile at the end was pure perfection.
This episode was great! It's really starting to pull that picture together. I like the idea that there was an original Healer and that this current one is his protégé.
Like Healer I'm very fond of Young Shin. She's well realized and I like the anthology that he used to describe her. The reason why he felt drawn to keep staying buy her side.
What bothers me is that Young Shin didn't think of having recording device audio, or video, for her "interview"! Journalists can use them and for a reporter that would be wise. I mean this guy just gave her proof! WTF! I know it's the drama way, but still.
The action scenes are so well done. Especially that scaffolding fight. Not to mention that there was actually a yo-yo tossed in and I didn't laugh as it was used as a weapon.
(Yeah, I'm going to have to buy the OST.)
This episode was great! It's really starting to pull that picture together. I like the idea that there was an original Healer and that this current one is his protégé.
Like Healer I'm very fond of Young Shin. She's well realized and I like the anthology that he used to describe her. The reason why he felt drawn to keep staying buy her side.
What bothers me is that Young Shin didn't think of having recording device audio, or video, for her "interview"! Journalists can use them and for a reporter that would be wise. I mean this guy just gave her proof! WTF! I know it's the drama way, but still.
The action scenes are so well done. Especially that scaffolding fight. Not to mention that there was actually a yo-yo tossed in and I didn't laugh as it was used as a weapon.
(Yeah, I'm going to have to buy the OST.)
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Cheese in the Trap Episode 5
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Wow. That was a twist. I thought this was going to be one of those shows where the cold male leads actions can be bad, but he knew that they weren't right. Instead a new idea present. Maybe Jung does think differently. Maybe he can't quite make those emotional connections, and thus understand people actions. However, blaming him for the things that have gone isn't right either. Because everyone else has done things wrong to lead them to those circumstances. Being caught and blaming others is easier.
I like the idea that Jung actually does think differently. It's very cool that more dramas are getting behind the idea of mental illness, and how others may not think the same way. It's an emotional puzzle that Cheese in the Trap is presenting.
I will say I'm very disappointed how Seol is so willing, again and again, to distrust Jung. Even though after she jumped the gun a lot and blamed him for a lot of things that he didn't do. If she just thought about it for a moment she'd realize all the hard stuff he "made her endure for a year" was caused by a jealous girl. Not to mention rude people.
It will be very interesting to see how this plays out. I'm guessing that Jung may not have had a real hand in In Ho's misfortunates, but maybe his lack empathy acts as a catalyst? I love speculating. Those flashbacks are finally happening and it's very interesting to see In Ho and In Ha's past being revealed. I can see why In Ha is that way, how she sees being a leech on people as an acceptable way to live. In Ho needs to quite enabling his sister, but I'm wondering if there's something even deeper going on there? It's all just one big tease at this point.
Taek and Bo Ra are so adorable together. It was moving to see Taek and Seol rally to Bo Ra. It's great how emotionally charged Cheese in the Trap is. Jung has becoming a very interesting character and it will be interesting to see Seol realize some things. It's not just monetary differences, he does think differently. Sadly apparently his differences are going to be making him look like a villain!
I like the idea that Jung actually does think differently. It's very cool that more dramas are getting behind the idea of mental illness, and how others may not think the same way. It's an emotional puzzle that Cheese in the Trap is presenting.
I will say I'm very disappointed how Seol is so willing, again and again, to distrust Jung. Even though after she jumped the gun a lot and blamed him for a lot of things that he didn't do. If she just thought about it for a moment she'd realize all the hard stuff he "made her endure for a year" was caused by a jealous girl. Not to mention rude people.
It will be very interesting to see how this plays out. I'm guessing that Jung may not have had a real hand in In Ho's misfortunates, but maybe his lack empathy acts as a catalyst? I love speculating. Those flashbacks are finally happening and it's very interesting to see In Ho and In Ha's past being revealed. I can see why In Ha is that way, how she sees being a leech on people as an acceptable way to live. In Ho needs to quite enabling his sister, but I'm wondering if there's something even deeper going on there? It's all just one big tease at this point.
Taek and Bo Ra are so adorable together. It was moving to see Taek and Seol rally to Bo Ra. It's great how emotionally charged Cheese in the Trap is. Jung has becoming a very interesting character and it will be interesting to see Seol realize some things. It's not just monetary differences, he does think differently. Sadly apparently his differences are going to be making him look like a villain!
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Cheese in the Trap Episode 4
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Second lead syndrome. It's my curse, my pain, and--sometimes--my absolute pleasure. Ah. I kept wondering how it would happen. If it would happen. Well play Cheese in the Trap. Well played.
Another great thing was how the writers played up the awkwardness of dating. Seol and Jung are very different people. So it's only natural that they clash. What I liked even more was that it was awkward for monetary reasons. Seol is poor and she's frugal. (Which I relate too.) Saving money is important. I like how even a coupon shows her how Jung is completely different. He's rich. He's use to having the best and money isn't an issue. It's something I've really enjoyed seeing so far, and love how it is shown as an issue. Seol isn't intimated or in awe of his wealth. She even questions him paying for everything, or trying to cover her extra course.
Jung is a cold character so I'm not 100% if he's picked up on that yet. But I enjoyed that that awkwardness of trying to get to know each other was there. There's miss communications and I'm curious to see him and Seol click. For him to open up and actually yield to the relationship. Especially since this episode also shows some personality traits that they both have, views that they stand on.
But I was talking about second lead syndrome before. In Ho really shines here. It's easy to fall for him with his easy personality and charisma. Especially when Seol has no problem communicating with him. They even have an amazing, fun, rain scene that just gave me the feels.
Even more importantly he doesn't just hit and run Seol with advise. He actually shows her and tells her how to stand up for herself. To not just bow and say "No it's not hard", "Yes, I'll work harder", and "I just need to work harder". It's awesome. And I love that Cheese in the Trap is saying it's a good thing for a woman--person--to thing. Even more they're showing how you can work up your courage. Standing up for yourself doesn't have to be big and showy.
So I'm at episode 4 and I still stand by my decision at episode 3. I'll be watching this drama to the end. I have a feeling that a lot of Jung's cruelness and cold demeanor is misunderstood. Growing up with people always wanting something from him, and who knows what else, has probably made him less trusting of people. I think that's why he likes Seol. She didn't want anything to do with him, and she didn't like him. It was probably refreshing. It's so refreshing how much I want all the back story now, even eager for those impending flashback. (I think Cheese in the Trap will pull them off flawlessly.) It's refreshing to just let the present story unfold and let some of the past events be mysterious. It will have more impact because we care for the characters now and already have impressions of them.
(I'm kind of sad that Seol will be moving. That door light is kind of a character now, I'll miss it.)
Another great thing was how the writers played up the awkwardness of dating. Seol and Jung are very different people. So it's only natural that they clash. What I liked even more was that it was awkward for monetary reasons. Seol is poor and she's frugal. (Which I relate too.) Saving money is important. I like how even a coupon shows her how Jung is completely different. He's rich. He's use to having the best and money isn't an issue. It's something I've really enjoyed seeing so far, and love how it is shown as an issue. Seol isn't intimated or in awe of his wealth. She even questions him paying for everything, or trying to cover her extra course.
Jung is a cold character so I'm not 100% if he's picked up on that yet. But I enjoyed that that awkwardness of trying to get to know each other was there. There's miss communications and I'm curious to see him and Seol click. For him to open up and actually yield to the relationship. Especially since this episode also shows some personality traits that they both have, views that they stand on.
But I was talking about second lead syndrome before. In Ho really shines here. It's easy to fall for him with his easy personality and charisma. Especially when Seol has no problem communicating with him. They even have an amazing, fun, rain scene that just gave me the feels.
Even more importantly he doesn't just hit and run Seol with advise. He actually shows her and tells her how to stand up for herself. To not just bow and say "No it's not hard", "Yes, I'll work harder", and "I just need to work harder". It's awesome. And I love that Cheese in the Trap is saying it's a good thing for a woman--person--to thing. Even more they're showing how you can work up your courage. Standing up for yourself doesn't have to be big and showy.
So I'm at episode 4 and I still stand by my decision at episode 3. I'll be watching this drama to the end. I have a feeling that a lot of Jung's cruelness and cold demeanor is misunderstood. Growing up with people always wanting something from him, and who knows what else, has probably made him less trusting of people. I think that's why he likes Seol. She didn't want anything to do with him, and she didn't like him. It was probably refreshing. It's so refreshing how much I want all the back story now, even eager for those impending flashback. (I think Cheese in the Trap will pull them off flawlessly.) It's refreshing to just let the present story unfold and let some of the past events be mysterious. It will have more impact because we care for the characters now and already have impressions of them.
(I'm kind of sad that Seol will be moving. That door light is kind of a character now, I'll miss it.)
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Cheese in the Trap Episode 3
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The camera work and lighting is amazing guys. There's this one scene where In Ho and Seol are walking together. It could have been the typical scene where Jung "catches" them together. But instead as In Ho and Seol interact you can see Jung in the background. As the move he's still there getting smaller in the distance. It was moving. I couldn't believe just how well the camera work and lighting was that it intensified the scenes. Especially the ending scene. Taking that emotional cliffhanger to the next level. (I actually held my breath!)
Group projects. Ugh. Like Seol I loath them, and like her I've been in many where you're the sole person working on the project. And I've had those teachers claim that getting your partners to work on the project is part of the grade. (I call bull. In the real world those lazy asses would be fired.) It was an interesting backdrop for Seol's character growth. I like it when a characters flaws are pointed out and she sees them. And reflects on what she might want to do to improve her life. Thankfully Seol's smarts are not up on the chopping block, so we can explore other aspects.
Overall I think In Ho doesn't have a chance at this point as the third wheel. But it's a nice effort. I'm actually surprised how fast things are going with Seol and Jung. I'm wondering how things will pick up the next episode. At this point it doesn't feel too trappy. But I think Jung is still deciding on the best cheese. (If that makes any sense.) The build up for the backstory between In Ho and Jung is well done. I am actually looking forward to these flashbacks.
Overall episode three is another wonderful episode. The series so far is pretty cliché, but the solid writing and interesting cast is keeping it fresh. I love how real the characters are and how they're actions/reactions fit well with what is going on. (Somebody better have given Bo Ra a hug.) Usually I wait until I've watched episode 4 to call it, but I'm doing it now.
Looks like I'll be watching this drama to the end!
Group projects. Ugh. Like Seol I loath them, and like her I've been in many where you're the sole person working on the project. And I've had those teachers claim that getting your partners to work on the project is part of the grade. (I call bull. In the real world those lazy asses would be fired.) It was an interesting backdrop for Seol's character growth. I like it when a characters flaws are pointed out and she sees them. And reflects on what she might want to do to improve her life. Thankfully Seol's smarts are not up on the chopping block, so we can explore other aspects.
Overall I think In Ho doesn't have a chance at this point as the third wheel. But it's a nice effort. I'm actually surprised how fast things are going with Seol and Jung. I'm wondering how things will pick up the next episode. At this point it doesn't feel too trappy. But I think Jung is still deciding on the best cheese. (If that makes any sense.) The build up for the backstory between In Ho and Jung is well done. I am actually looking forward to these flashbacks.
Overall episode three is another wonderful episode. The series so far is pretty cliché, but the solid writing and interesting cast is keeping it fresh. I love how real the characters are and how they're actions/reactions fit well with what is going on. (Somebody better have given Bo Ra a hug.) Usually I wait until I've watched episode 4 to call it, but I'm doing it now.
Looks like I'll be watching this drama to the end!
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Oh My Ghost Episode 11
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The chemistry and emotions here between the characters is pure magic! Maybe some viewers will find this to be slow. However, the characters and plots are developing. There are no flashbacks. You know those annoying dramatic ones where they flash mindless amounts of the couples romance to intensify things. So far this a dash of flashback as Sun Ae tries to regain her memory and then a tiny flashback on the romance between them. OK, so that's there. But it was short, sweet, and there was actually a romance to flash in on.
What I love more is that this isn't just a romance between Bong Seon/Sun Ae and Seon Woo. Bong Seon and Sun Ae have developed a relationship. Bong Seon see's Sun Ae as not only an older sister, but as one of her first real friends. One who knows her struggles with ghosts and what she's done to hide herself from people. While it's not as developed as their relationship could be, I appreciate the writers going there none the less.
Oh My Ghost captures my heart in that there is legit romance. A lot of times with dramas we're lucky if the leads ever truly get a decent kiss, let a lone hold hands on purpose. I enjoy that they've had real kisses, plenty of cute physical contact, and that sex is part of their discussions. It feels more real. It helps that I do find the characters developed enough that I've made an emotional connection with them. Especially now that things are getting scary. Sun Ae is suspicious of her death, and now Seong Jae is even more clued in! Not to mention that Sun Ae's time is running out. There's also the pressure of Bong Seon not really being in residence enough to carry on her romance without Sun Ae, not to mention that her cooking skills have not developed. It's a minor thing, but I'm pretty sure things are going to start crumbling down. The suspense is killing me!
What I love more is that this isn't just a romance between Bong Seon/Sun Ae and Seon Woo. Bong Seon and Sun Ae have developed a relationship. Bong Seon see's Sun Ae as not only an older sister, but as one of her first real friends. One who knows her struggles with ghosts and what she's done to hide herself from people. While it's not as developed as their relationship could be, I appreciate the writers going there none the less.
Oh My Ghost captures my heart in that there is legit romance. A lot of times with dramas we're lucky if the leads ever truly get a decent kiss, let a lone hold hands on purpose. I enjoy that they've had real kisses, plenty of cute physical contact, and that sex is part of their discussions. It feels more real. It helps that I do find the characters developed enough that I've made an emotional connection with them. Especially now that things are getting scary. Sun Ae is suspicious of her death, and now Seong Jae is even more clued in! Not to mention that Sun Ae's time is running out. There's also the pressure of Bong Seon not really being in residence enough to carry on her romance without Sun Ae, not to mention that her cooking skills have not developed. It's a minor thing, but I'm pretty sure things are going to start crumbling down. The suspense is killing me!
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Being possessed is scary. I had wondered how the possession thing would work in Oh My Ghost. So after laughing and having a good time while poor Bong Seon was possessed it was a like getting a bucket of ice water to the face. The writers and actress did a good job showing viewers the terror of losing time. Falling a sleep and then waking up a whole week later. Not remembering what had happened or . . . anything. It's scary!
This episode does a good job of fleshing out Bong Seon, but more as a fearful person. She calls her grandma. But clearing the advice of ignoring ghosts has never worked. Her grandmother is a shaman, why don't they have the knowledge to protect themselves? Clearly being scared all the time is not a solution.
Seon Woo definitely shines here! He may seem like a mean person, but he's got a heart of gold. It's nice to see how much he cares. Giving second chances and going out of his way to help employees. Seon Woo is so awkward and charming that I adore him. His little finger snapping is so cute!
That said I'm enjoying all the sub plots and other plotlines. The Shaman who is supposed to be looking for Sun Ae is a curious woman. She has a gift but she's definitely working Seon Woo's mother for money. And I'm very curious as to whether or not Seong Jae is possessed. Something is fishy there! And I love it.
Overall another solid episode. My biggest complaint is Sun Ae. It never registered to her how scared Bong Seon was. Maybe if she apologized and felt remorse they could talk. Figure some things out. The way the episode's cliffhanger left things made me . . . annoyed. I get it it's an emergency, but Sun Ae is not coming out looking good from this. Despite all this the Oh My Ghost is still a really warm and funny series. Here's to hoping that Sun Ae and Bong Seon will soon be friends and can help each other out.
This episode does a good job of fleshing out Bong Seon, but more as a fearful person. She calls her grandma. But clearing the advice of ignoring ghosts has never worked. Her grandmother is a shaman, why don't they have the knowledge to protect themselves? Clearly being scared all the time is not a solution.
Seon Woo definitely shines here! He may seem like a mean person, but he's got a heart of gold. It's nice to see how much he cares. Giving second chances and going out of his way to help employees. Seon Woo is so awkward and charming that I adore him. His little finger snapping is so cute!
That said I'm enjoying all the sub plots and other plotlines. The Shaman who is supposed to be looking for Sun Ae is a curious woman. She has a gift but she's definitely working Seon Woo's mother for money. And I'm very curious as to whether or not Seong Jae is possessed. Something is fishy there! And I love it.
Overall another solid episode. My biggest complaint is Sun Ae. It never registered to her how scared Bong Seon was. Maybe if she apologized and felt remorse they could talk. Figure some things out. The way the episode's cliffhanger left things made me . . . annoyed. I get it it's an emergency, but Sun Ae is not coming out looking good from this. Despite all this the Oh My Ghost is still a really warm and funny series. Here's to hoping that Sun Ae and Bong Seon will soon be friends and can help each other out.
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Hello Monster Episode 4
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There are definitely a lot of players here now. They're balanced out well enough here that things don't feel too crowded, while giving us a little bit more on these side characters. Or as I fondly like to think of them as "suspects". As the mystery is who and where are Min and Jun Yeong.
It's very interesting how things are being handled with Ji An boldly stating that she is Lee Hyun's stalker. And she admits to others that she's stalked people. Even stranger is how she so casually talks with her aunt about it. Debating whether she should just start up stalking Lee Hyun again. It's so creepily talked about that I don't feel total disgust with her right now. Even when her aunt reveals that Ji An stalked Lee Hyun whenever he came back to Korea. And that clearly the stalking started when they were children. WTF?
Anywho someone does not want Lee Hyun to get any information, that he's not supposed to have on Jun Yeong. It feels less smart that he would flee a crime scene rather then just be cleared. Not worthy of his intelligence. Sure it's probably going to go he solves the crime or at the very least clears himself. All that hiding suspense stuff. Though seeking Ji An's help seems a dumb move with her lack of investigate of skills. Especially since she's been demoted. (And if I was Ji An I'd turn him in as she could only get in more trouble from there. And the demotion was enough of a price to pay that she should have no debt to Lee Hyun.)
Overall this was a solid episode. The writing is still on point and is handling adding new characters well. I enjoy the slow reveal and character development. Sometimes info dumps can bog down the progression of a show. I Remember You is so well paced. Every episode is a rush!
It's very interesting how things are being handled with Ji An boldly stating that she is Lee Hyun's stalker. And she admits to others that she's stalked people. Even stranger is how she so casually talks with her aunt about it. Debating whether she should just start up stalking Lee Hyun again. It's so creepily talked about that I don't feel total disgust with her right now. Even when her aunt reveals that Ji An stalked Lee Hyun whenever he came back to Korea. And that clearly the stalking started when they were children. WTF?
Anywho someone does not want Lee Hyun to get any information, that he's not supposed to have on Jun Yeong. It feels less smart that he would flee a crime scene rather then just be cleared. Not worthy of his intelligence. Sure it's probably going to go he solves the crime or at the very least clears himself. All that hiding suspense stuff. Though seeking Ji An's help seems a dumb move with her lack of investigate of skills. Especially since she's been demoted. (And if I was Ji An I'd turn him in as she could only get in more trouble from there. And the demotion was enough of a price to pay that she should have no debt to Lee Hyun.)
Overall this was a solid episode. The writing is still on point and is handling adding new characters well. I enjoy the slow reveal and character development. Sometimes info dumps can bog down the progression of a show. I Remember You is so well paced. Every episode is a rush!
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Hello Monster Episode 3
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What solid writing I Remember You has! Each new episode is even more solid with the last. It's weaving quite the tangled web. So Jun Yeong is definitely baiting Lee Hyun. Who is Yeong now? Especially since he's stating he's already in Lee Hyun's life. How long ago did he alter that tape. How is Min, Le Hyun's younger brother, tying into everything? Is that Min's art? Lee Hyun seemed to have strong suspicions that Min would be the man captured.
Which makes me think that my theory that Min may have been doing all those things and Lee Hyun was covering up seem like a possibility. Did Yeong find Min and now their in cahoots? So many questions! And all created by just the first three episodes.
That being said I already dislike how incompetent Ji An is at her job. Though in all fairness the entire unit is not good at their jobs. It's understandable that the writers want Lee Hyun to shine and for his brilliant intelligence to wow us. It just seems so annoying that this team wouldn't no some of the basics on solving a murder case. Or how to link up serial killings. I'm no cop/detective but even I know the basics.
At this point there is some romantic . . . twinges. But I wouldn't call I Remember You a romance. This is a mystery thriller! Everything about his drama has been pure perfection for me. Lee Hyun is becoming one of the most well developed male leads that I've viewed in dramas. Sadly we know little about Ji An and so far she's just a generic character. But since the show took expert steps in setting up Lee Hyun and the world he's living in I have faith that other aspects will soon be fleshed out. Especially with this latest cliffhanger.
Overall I Remember You has surpassed any expectations that I had for this show. It's currently one of my fave shows airing. And if things go right it's most likely to score a spot on my favorite dramas list.
Which makes me think that my theory that Min may have been doing all those things and Lee Hyun was covering up seem like a possibility. Did Yeong find Min and now their in cahoots? So many questions! And all created by just the first three episodes.
That being said I already dislike how incompetent Ji An is at her job. Though in all fairness the entire unit is not good at their jobs. It's understandable that the writers want Lee Hyun to shine and for his brilliant intelligence to wow us. It just seems so annoying that this team wouldn't no some of the basics on solving a murder case. Or how to link up serial killings. I'm no cop/detective but even I know the basics.
At this point there is some romantic . . . twinges. But I wouldn't call I Remember You a romance. This is a mystery thriller! Everything about his drama has been pure perfection for me. Lee Hyun is becoming one of the most well developed male leads that I've viewed in dramas. Sadly we know little about Ji An and so far she's just a generic character. But since the show took expert steps in setting up Lee Hyun and the world he's living in I have faith that other aspects will soon be fleshed out. Especially with this latest cliffhanger.
Overall I Remember You has surpassed any expectations that I had for this show. It's currently one of my fave shows airing. And if things go right it's most likely to score a spot on my favorite dramas list.
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I Hear Your Voice Episode 15
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I Hear Your Voice keeps tugging on my heartstrings. Many times in this episode I was a hairs breath away from letting my moist eyes cry me a river. But I sniffed back my tears. And fell in love with Prosecutor Seo. She's truly become a magnificent women. Sure some of her views are stubborn and cruel. But she's taken what she doesn't like about herself and made herself into a better person. She also shows that she can learn and sympathize. That cruel girl we met years ago is gone. That said I have to commend the actress Lee Da Hee playing Prosecutor Seo--no Do Yeon she's earned it--of showing an ice queen and conveying heart and conviction all at once.
Hye Sung irritates me with her inability to not relate to others. To fathom that not everyone feels and thinks like she does. And for not hearing So Ha's voice yet again. Clearing something is bothering him, but she's so busy in her own silly, shallow, thoughts that she's not paying attention. It's one of her greatest weaknesses. One that he's constantly learning a lesson from. Maybe one day it will stick. For now . . . I just except her flaw. And resist the urge to bop her head on my screen.
The cast of IHYV is amazing! Everyone is doing there part and just when you think they couldn't deliver better they do. Especially as the "end" draws near. Everyone is in play here in the episode and it works. Even if their part seems unnecessary it all fits and every character is growing and developing. Bravo! Bravo.
Hye Sung irritates me with her inability to not relate to others. To fathom that not everyone feels and thinks like she does. And for not hearing So Ha's voice yet again. Clearing something is bothering him, but she's so busy in her own silly, shallow, thoughts that she's not paying attention. It's one of her greatest weaknesses. One that he's constantly learning a lesson from. Maybe one day it will stick. For now . . . I just except her flaw. And resist the urge to bop her head on my screen.
The cast of IHYV is amazing! Everyone is doing there part and just when you think they couldn't deliver better they do. Especially as the "end" draws near. Everyone is in play here in the episode and it works. Even if their part seems unnecessary it all fits and every character is growing and developing. Bravo! Bravo.
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I Hear Your Voice Episode 14
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Everything is coming together. I even love the humor that was put into Cha's replacement.(Oh, I laughed so hard.) It was a great little treat as everything is starting to come together. It's one of my favorite parts of dramas. Normally it's awkward and things get stretched. I Hear Your Voice is crafted so well that it's all effortless.
While I've said the love triangle has been one heck of a decision from the beginning, I knew who's team I was on from the get go. Even with the writers making me fall head over heels for both men. I'm still standing by my team and I am so happy with the developments and growth of the relationship. Not to mention Hye Sung.
Ah, Hye Sung. My how she has grown! She's fearless in this episode. Her fear and doubts taking a back seat as she grows and realizes how to finally see the whole picture. Learning from everyone and realizing that she needs to grow as person. Thus creating who she wants to be. She decides whom she should love and not to doubt her choices. She's become a great Attorney, and I'm hoping we get to see more of that very soon with this case coming up. Her mother would be, no is, very proud of her.
Another solid episode. It also looks like Prosecutor Seo will finally get some more time as fate has apparently tied Hye Sung and her together. On this ending note I hope JUDGE Seo gets what's coming to him. Way to late, but I love a good just karma flip.
While I've said the love triangle has been one heck of a decision from the beginning, I knew who's team I was on from the get go. Even with the writers making me fall head over heels for both men. I'm still standing by my team and I am so happy with the developments and growth of the relationship. Not to mention Hye Sung.
Ah, Hye Sung. My how she has grown! She's fearless in this episode. Her fear and doubts taking a back seat as she grows and realizes how to finally see the whole picture. Learning from everyone and realizing that she needs to grow as person. Thus creating who she wants to be. She decides whom she should love and not to doubt her choices. She's become a great Attorney, and I'm hoping we get to see more of that very soon with this case coming up. Her mother would be, no is, very proud of her.
Another solid episode. It also looks like Prosecutor Seo will finally get some more time as fate has apparently tied Hye Sung and her together. On this ending note I hope JUDGE Seo gets what's coming to him. Way to late, but I love a good just karma flip.
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I Hear Your Voice Episode 12
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OK, I'm a bit of a snob about flashbacks. Very few stories ever use them right. This episode didn't do too bad. However, there were multiple flashbacks of one event and that weighed it down heavily. Some were used very well to help flesh out the situation and characters. So if I think about it they actually were very well done. It's just it nocked my enjoyment down a little bit. As I've said I am a flashback snob. There were a number of them that could have been cut down on.
Now other then those slowing bits this was a great episode. The amnesia has served it's purpose in showing that both characters do genuinely love each other. Most importantly it shows that Soo Ha still loves Hye Sung no matter what. So it was a pretty good confirmation.
This episode is bring in a lot of crazy stuff though. Hints about why Soo Ha's father may have been killed. A chance meeting by a certain prisoner that is briefly cut to and then totally dropped!! WHAT! But most importantly Prosecutor Seo gets some development. And I genuinely like her now. She may be flawed but she spent her 11 years making herself into the woman she truly wanted to be. She learned from her mistakes and became a pretty darn good Prosecutor. (Yeah, I'm looking at you Hye Sung. Looking at you.)
Overall the emotional suspense of this episode was great. It hurt a little to have those bad flashbacks peppered in cutting out some intensity from my announce. But I have a feeling most viewers won't have that problem. Anywho. The plot of this series is really tight, well thought up, and I'm enjoying how far the scope of this thing is going. While I'm nervous about that too quick scene, I have faith that the writers are going to deliver.
Now other then those slowing bits this was a great episode. The amnesia has served it's purpose in showing that both characters do genuinely love each other. Most importantly it shows that Soo Ha still loves Hye Sung no matter what. So it was a pretty good confirmation.
This episode is bring in a lot of crazy stuff though. Hints about why Soo Ha's father may have been killed. A chance meeting by a certain prisoner that is briefly cut to and then totally dropped!! WHAT! But most importantly Prosecutor Seo gets some development. And I genuinely like her now. She may be flawed but she spent her 11 years making herself into the woman she truly wanted to be. She learned from her mistakes and became a pretty darn good Prosecutor. (Yeah, I'm looking at you Hye Sung. Looking at you.)
Overall the emotional suspense of this episode was great. It hurt a little to have those bad flashbacks peppered in cutting out some intensity from my announce. But I have a feeling most viewers won't have that problem. Anywho. The plot of this series is really tight, well thought up, and I'm enjoying how far the scope of this thing is going. While I'm nervous about that too quick scene, I have faith that the writers are going to deliver.
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