Marriage, Not Dating Episode 10
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The lie is over! Sadly this episode is plagued by one, actually two, of my least favorite things. The female lead drunkenly dealing with her problems that kind of reveals her true emotion. Secondly that everyone is pretending not to know everyone elses' true feelings.
This did show a bit of how Se Ah and Yeo Reum might find themselves together. Bonding over the person they like falling for another person.
How tiresome.
What I really wanted was for Jang Mi at some point to totally drop the hammer on how Ki Tae's mom treated her own mother. That she belittled her to such a point that her mom actually took out loans for a dowry so that Jang Mi wouldn't feel inferior. Why is no own addressing that? Why can't anyone get angry at the wicked mother sneaky evil "polite" attacks. Just because it's disguised by nice words and manners does not make it any less mean.
Points to Hoon Dong for immediately saying "I'll protect you!" and then trying to get it on with Hyun Hee in the monastery place. (I think that's what it was.) That monk breaking it up was priceless.
Detract points for the granny finding out the truth. Ugh. Poor Yeo Reum. Jang Mi needs to make up her mind and realize how cruel she's being. I get it, but it's still mean. Justifying it because it was a "fake marriage" is silly. If she wanted out for real she should have just did it earlier.
(Love that Hoon Dong still thinks Ki Tae is gay!! Yet he still wants to help regardless. Ha-ha.)
Now that their front as a fake marriage is over we can get to the real stuff.
This did show a bit of how Se Ah and Yeo Reum might find themselves together. Bonding over the person they like falling for another person.
How tiresome.
What I really wanted was for Jang Mi at some point to totally drop the hammer on how Ki Tae's mom treated her own mother. That she belittled her to such a point that her mom actually took out loans for a dowry so that Jang Mi wouldn't feel inferior. Why is no own addressing that? Why can't anyone get angry at the wicked mother sneaky evil "polite" attacks. Just because it's disguised by nice words and manners does not make it any less mean.
Points to Hoon Dong for immediately saying "I'll protect you!" and then trying to get it on with Hyun Hee in the monastery place. (I think that's what it was.) That monk breaking it up was priceless.
Detract points for the granny finding out the truth. Ugh. Poor Yeo Reum. Jang Mi needs to make up her mind and realize how cruel she's being. I get it, but it's still mean. Justifying it because it was a "fake marriage" is silly. If she wanted out for real she should have just did it earlier.
(Love that Hoon Dong still thinks Ki Tae is gay!! Yet he still wants to help regardless. Ha-ha.)
Now that their front as a fake marriage is over we can get to the real stuff.
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Marriage, Not Dating Episode 9
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I feel very conflicted, especially with that ending. Jang Mi and Yeo Reum's relationship is so sweet. It also swept me off my own feet when he came to runaway bride her. However, the reality is that Jang Mi and Yeo Reum haven't had enough time to date. They're just starting out. Sadly that means there is room for others to butt in. Which would be Ki Tae and their fake marriage.
Though Ki Tae has had his moments, and we get to see some of his charity work. The hardest part for me to understand is seeing who she's been receiving true affection from. Yeo Reum is the one who's been comforting her and touching. I know to some that doesn't seem like much, but those are all real connections. Though I guess that's how it happens. Looking past the one in front of you that is giving you love, to the next person.
It's understandable. Which is why I'm so conflicted! Darn it! Poor Yeo Ruem could see it building and I think when he looked back as he ran away he knew. Ki Tae was the one too push it and Jang Mi was being "good". I was right their first kiss was nice. (Nothing like Yeo Reum and Jang Mi's kitchen one though! Which is probably another reason I'm so conflicted.)
This was a really fun episode and this looks like the one to settle things. Hyun Hee's plight was so obvious, but I'm still curious how Hoon Dong will eventually handle it. I acutally really felt for Se Ah. She did love Ki Tae and she only wants a child from him because of that. I actually felt for her, even though her plan is a bit crazy.
The beach fun was great! Especially the "Flip her, flip her!" bit. Not to mention Hoon Dong gving Yeo Reum the throat slice, thumbs down, and watching you hand signs! So vicious!
In the end I think what this episode did was show off both Ki Tae and Yeo Reum. From Ki Tae's rational and prepared side. To Yeo Reum's rush actions and unpreparedness. In a lot of ways Jang Mi and Yeo Reum are so alike. Which is probably why they're great together, but would both also be great as couples with Ki Tae and Se Ah. Good setup.
Though Ki Tae has had his moments, and we get to see some of his charity work. The hardest part for me to understand is seeing who she's been receiving true affection from. Yeo Reum is the one who's been comforting her and touching. I know to some that doesn't seem like much, but those are all real connections. Though I guess that's how it happens. Looking past the one in front of you that is giving you love, to the next person.
It's understandable. Which is why I'm so conflicted! Darn it! Poor Yeo Ruem could see it building and I think when he looked back as he ran away he knew. Ki Tae was the one too push it and Jang Mi was being "good". I was right their first kiss was nice. (Nothing like Yeo Reum and Jang Mi's kitchen one though! Which is probably another reason I'm so conflicted.)
This was a really fun episode and this looks like the one to settle things. Hyun Hee's plight was so obvious, but I'm still curious how Hoon Dong will eventually handle it. I acutally really felt for Se Ah. She did love Ki Tae and she only wants a child from him because of that. I actually felt for her, even though her plan is a bit crazy.
The beach fun was great! Especially the "Flip her, flip her!" bit. Not to mention Hoon Dong gving Yeo Reum the throat slice, thumbs down, and watching you hand signs! So vicious!
In the end I think what this episode did was show off both Ki Tae and Yeo Reum. From Ki Tae's rational and prepared side. To Yeo Reum's rush actions and unpreparedness. In a lot of ways Jang Mi and Yeo Reum are so alike. Which is probably why they're great together, but would both also be great as couples with Ki Tae and Se Ah. Good setup.
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Marriage, Not Dating Episode 8
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Okay, I admit it. I wanted him to give chase! Though I have lost a lot of respect for Ki Tae. He created the whole mess and is supposed to be the one to clean it up. After all Jang Mi is just too nice, and she wanted to break it off well before things got this out of hand. I lay all responsibility at Ki Tae's feet.
Though Jang Mi is annoying the crap out of me! It's not her real mother in law. Even if she was I hope she would have enough back bone to say I'm marrying him. Not you! I get that family is super important, but she should be brave enough to fight for her ideals. Not to just be plowed over. Plus, what she's doing to Yeo Reum is really cruel. Knowingly stranding him is worse to me. Especially since she likes him, and he clearly like her for putting up with all that.
Se Ah is very suspicious. Or maybe it finally struck her that she can't keep doing what she's doing it's not working.
I also felt like Jang Mi's mom should have stood up for her daughter. Maybe she can't quite tell how rude Ki Tae's mom is being to her and her daughter.
"The marriage blessing sounded like a death sentence." - Yeo Reum
With a mother-in-law like that it really is! (Oh, and it's cute that Ki Tae has Jang Mi's mom as mother-in-law in his phone.) What I hate is now Ki Tae is not wanting to tell the truth not just because it will hurt her parents, but because he really feels for her.
I'm frustrated that they can't at this point simply fake a break up. After all Jang Mi has all the ammo. She needs to stick to her desires and say: "I am not a brood mare nor will I quit my job to feel ideals that I don't hold. I'm not a pregnant housewife that's only good for that! I'm a freaking person."
This episode had plenty of fun moments and such. However, it's gone on too long. Jang Mi, no matter how nice, needs to show her fire and just do it. Why can't they just break up instead of revealing the lie!!!!!? Most of my emotional build up is from frustration. I never like it when the female lead makes the second lead wait, especially even more now that her and Yeo Reum are actually a thing. It feels way crueler. It looks like the next episode may clear things up, or just be senseless beach fun. I hope it pushes ahead.
Though Jang Mi is annoying the crap out of me! It's not her real mother in law. Even if she was I hope she would have enough back bone to say I'm marrying him. Not you! I get that family is super important, but she should be brave enough to fight for her ideals. Not to just be plowed over. Plus, what she's doing to Yeo Reum is really cruel. Knowingly stranding him is worse to me. Especially since she likes him, and he clearly like her for putting up with all that.
Se Ah is very suspicious. Or maybe it finally struck her that she can't keep doing what she's doing it's not working.
I also felt like Jang Mi's mom should have stood up for her daughter. Maybe she can't quite tell how rude Ki Tae's mom is being to her and her daughter.
"The marriage blessing sounded like a death sentence." - Yeo Reum
With a mother-in-law like that it really is! (Oh, and it's cute that Ki Tae has Jang Mi's mom as mother-in-law in his phone.) What I hate is now Ki Tae is not wanting to tell the truth not just because it will hurt her parents, but because he really feels for her.
I'm frustrated that they can't at this point simply fake a break up. After all Jang Mi has all the ammo. She needs to stick to her desires and say: "I am not a brood mare nor will I quit my job to feel ideals that I don't hold. I'm not a pregnant housewife that's only good for that! I'm a freaking person."
This episode had plenty of fun moments and such. However, it's gone on too long. Jang Mi, no matter how nice, needs to show her fire and just do it. Why can't they just break up instead of revealing the lie!!!!!? Most of my emotional build up is from frustration. I never like it when the female lead makes the second lead wait, especially even more now that her and Yeo Reum are actually a thing. It feels way crueler. It looks like the next episode may clear things up, or just be senseless beach fun. I hope it pushes ahead.
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Marriage, Not Dating Episode 5
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Ah, poop. (All puns intended.) So first of all I love how adult this drama is. That kitchen scene between Jang Mi and Yeo Reum was perfection. What a wonderful and adult kiss, I can't wait for the real couple to get their first kiss. >_< Or how Ki Tae went chasing out after her when he realized where she was. The build up will be brilliant and I expect an excellent kiss.
I was super nervous when Yeo Reum said being mysterious was his thing. I thought that meant he'd be mysterious to the viewers as well. However, I love that there was a glimpse into his past that confirmed exactly what Jang Mi said. I think because Jang Mi is so kind and open hearted she can read and relate to people so easily.
What even more is that we get to see a more human side to Ki Tae's mom. First hiding from her husband's lover. Than helping Jang Mi out with the Typhoon. If you're worried about crapping your pants you don't hold back! Because you can't take crapping your pants back. There are times when you throw all the manners out the window.
Ki Tae constantly holding things over Jang Mi's head to get her to do things is horrid. Such as him holding her mom as hostage for blackmail purposes. Or now the crap pants thing.
Oh, and did anyone else catch granny's yoga! How awesome. As someone who loves yoga to keep my neck and back pain in check I love seeing someone older doing it.
Oh, and this cliffhanger was too cruel. After the amazing chemistry between Yeo Reum and Jang Mi we (and she) get to see the payment of information and services. How is Jang Mi ever going to trust a man again?
I was super nervous when Yeo Reum said being mysterious was his thing. I thought that meant he'd be mysterious to the viewers as well. However, I love that there was a glimpse into his past that confirmed exactly what Jang Mi said. I think because Jang Mi is so kind and open hearted she can read and relate to people so easily.
What even more is that we get to see a more human side to Ki Tae's mom. First hiding from her husband's lover. Than helping Jang Mi out with the Typhoon. If you're worried about crapping your pants you don't hold back! Because you can't take crapping your pants back. There are times when you throw all the manners out the window.
Ki Tae constantly holding things over Jang Mi's head to get her to do things is horrid. Such as him holding her mom as hostage for blackmail purposes. Or now the crap pants thing.
Oh, and did anyone else catch granny's yoga! How awesome. As someone who loves yoga to keep my neck and back pain in check I love seeing someone older doing it.
Oh, and this cliffhanger was too cruel. After the amazing chemistry between Yeo Reum and Jang Mi we (and she) get to see the payment of information and services. How is Jang Mi ever going to trust a man again?
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Marriage, Not Dating Episode 4
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Props for character building. There are two things that could break this show for me though. That's Jang Mi's drinking. During her date with Yeo Reum (which I'm sure doesn't "count" as a date in some weird Korean way since they're supposed to just be food friends), I was like "quit guzzling that freaking bottle!" Which lead me two my second problem which is the men in Marriage, Not Dating seem to only care about Jang Mi when she is caring for other men. It's very odd. I guess they see how sweet she is and want it all to themselves.
It seems like loud and free spirited girls in K-dramas have to drink. Why? You don't need alcohol to be that happy. Or whatever. This seems to be a trend with dramas, and I don't care for it.
That said I did like how Jang Mi was the only one to see Ki Tae's mother and sympathize. Since she's not in the family she can see outside of the mom's people management. She can see someone who works very hard and no one acknowledges it. Yet Jang Mi was still able to stand up to that mother and tell her that she expected her to work, but have no rights.
This episode also had a few other things that I liked addressed. First off the piggyback ride reversal! Ki Tae is a lot like his mother, and blustering to hide his real emotions. Jang Mi just leaving work has bothered me, she would lose her job. So her boss has a talk with her. Jang Mi also mentions that she worked late too when asked about cracking those nuts. Though Ki Tae's mom was quick to say her son's hands are precious because he's a surgeon. (I doubt that he protects his hands.) Jang MI didn't cave and even made a joke about him being a surgeon and not being able to do a good enough job with his hands! (In her own way she still stuck to her guns.)
Yeo Reum is a bigger mystery. He took money from Se Ah and she even seems like she's making him a spy. So his intentions towards Jang Mi are a bit shady. We see him as a happy guy, who clearly wants to become a chef. I hope as a character we get to see more. I also like that he waited for Jang Mi like he said he would and didn't try to hide it behind some manly façade.
I'm also confused about Jang Mi's friend. Hyun Hee clearly likes Hoon Dong. Yet she thinks, and tries to point, Hoon Dong and Jang Mi in the "right" direction. It's all odd. That whole plot line is a bit muddy. If she was a true friend she'd realize that Hoon Dong was so abusive that it broke something in Jang Mi and she's smart enough to never go there again.
Jang Mi also showed a little fang towards Ki Tae about the whole situation and his unhelpfulness. Go girl. He deserves more after using her parents situation against her to cover his family's issues.
Overall this drama is crazy fun, and funny. I think it could truly be something amazing if it keeps developing the characters more, and cutting back on Jang Mi's drinking.
It seems like loud and free spirited girls in K-dramas have to drink. Why? You don't need alcohol to be that happy. Or whatever. This seems to be a trend with dramas, and I don't care for it.
That said I did like how Jang Mi was the only one to see Ki Tae's mother and sympathize. Since she's not in the family she can see outside of the mom's people management. She can see someone who works very hard and no one acknowledges it. Yet Jang Mi was still able to stand up to that mother and tell her that she expected her to work, but have no rights.
This episode also had a few other things that I liked addressed. First off the piggyback ride reversal! Ki Tae is a lot like his mother, and blustering to hide his real emotions. Jang Mi just leaving work has bothered me, she would lose her job. So her boss has a talk with her. Jang Mi also mentions that she worked late too when asked about cracking those nuts. Though Ki Tae's mom was quick to say her son's hands are precious because he's a surgeon. (I doubt that he protects his hands.) Jang MI didn't cave and even made a joke about him being a surgeon and not being able to do a good enough job with his hands! (In her own way she still stuck to her guns.)
Yeo Reum is a bigger mystery. He took money from Se Ah and she even seems like she's making him a spy. So his intentions towards Jang Mi are a bit shady. We see him as a happy guy, who clearly wants to become a chef. I hope as a character we get to see more. I also like that he waited for Jang Mi like he said he would and didn't try to hide it behind some manly façade.
I'm also confused about Jang Mi's friend. Hyun Hee clearly likes Hoon Dong. Yet she thinks, and tries to point, Hoon Dong and Jang Mi in the "right" direction. It's all odd. That whole plot line is a bit muddy. If she was a true friend she'd realize that Hoon Dong was so abusive that it broke something in Jang Mi and she's smart enough to never go there again.
Jang Mi also showed a little fang towards Ki Tae about the whole situation and his unhelpfulness. Go girl. He deserves more after using her parents situation against her to cover his family's issues.
Overall this drama is crazy fun, and funny. I think it could truly be something amazing if it keeps developing the characters more, and cutting back on Jang Mi's drinking.
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Marriage, Not Dating Episode 2
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I feel second lead syndrome coming on strong. That is as long as Yeo Reum is sincere. I don't want him to just be helping that other girl get the guy she wants.
Overall I like seeing the personalities of everyone. I was worried when Jang Mi wanted revenge. It sounded good, but I'm glad to have confirmation that she's just too nice to do something like that. It was also very moving to see the quirks that made you love someone, disgust you into wondering why you loved them in the first place. Or maybe you were willing to be a fool with them when you loved them?
An interesting setup to have Jang MI and Ki Tae caught in their lies. Though I really want Jang Mi to go on that date with Yeo Reum! Oh, dear. Second lead syndrome.
Wow, I don't think Ki Tae's mom is a personality manager. She's just a nosey control freak. It would be so tiring to look at the world of dating and love as people management. What's the point then? Myabe that's why Ki Tae doesn't care for anyone. Either way you can see that Ki Tae's family is suppressed and tired of his mom. I'm with grandma, Jang Mi is just the right kind of crazy awesome to shake up their world.
Overall this is fun. I really like how developed that characters are. This episode showed their inner psyche and just by watching other characters' faces you could see what they all thought of one another. I couldn't even help myself from pitying Hoon Dong. Though I was shocked that when he looked at Jang Mi he didn't realize the type of wonderful person and love he had destroyed. While she realized that he was a player and that she answered a call he would have taken from just anyone.
Moving.
Overall I like seeing the personalities of everyone. I was worried when Jang Mi wanted revenge. It sounded good, but I'm glad to have confirmation that she's just too nice to do something like that. It was also very moving to see the quirks that made you love someone, disgust you into wondering why you loved them in the first place. Or maybe you were willing to be a fool with them when you loved them?
An interesting setup to have Jang MI and Ki Tae caught in their lies. Though I really want Jang Mi to go on that date with Yeo Reum! Oh, dear. Second lead syndrome.
Wow, I don't think Ki Tae's mom is a personality manager. She's just a nosey control freak. It would be so tiring to look at the world of dating and love as people management. What's the point then? Myabe that's why Ki Tae doesn't care for anyone. Either way you can see that Ki Tae's family is suppressed and tired of his mom. I'm with grandma, Jang Mi is just the right kind of crazy awesome to shake up their world.
Overall this is fun. I really like how developed that characters are. This episode showed their inner psyche and just by watching other characters' faces you could see what they all thought of one another. I couldn't even help myself from pitying Hoon Dong. Though I was shocked that when he looked at Jang Mi he didn't realize the type of wonderful person and love he had destroyed. While she realized that he was a player and that she answered a call he would have taken from just anyone.
Moving.
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Marriage, Not Dating Episode 1
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"I loved by myself. I was the only one who felt love." With those words this show interested me. I know some think this episode didn't have much. Well I disagree strongly. This episode established out crazy awesome lead—Jang Min—and emotionally hooked me. Without heavy flashbacks or "complex" story telling it developed the cast and immediately made me empathize with Jang Min. I feel invested now.
First off I'm so excited to see Jeong Min, he's so crazy and I love that I get to see him in a role so quirky. Of course one that fits what I keep seeing of him. However, this time instead of a devoted boyfriend he's a user. Though just as much woman crazy.
In this day and age men woman aren't supposed to be in love. If they want to get serious it's expected to wait and see if the boyfriend runs. She should just know when it's over. However, many forget that she most likely was in love. The jerk never established anything. Looking at Jang Min and Hoon Dong's sweet moments it's hard to believe that he wasn't in love too. It broke my heart. It can be argued that because they only met at hotels she should have seen the writing on the wall. That all the feedback she got was enough to tell her that what she felt wasn't real on his end and that he had betrayed her.
However, I am a firm believer in breaking up face to face. Getting it out between the two involved. Jang Mi has it right. Even when she discovered it was one sided. That jerk owed it to her to say it face to face. (I feel patiently about this as it's happened to many of my girlfriends.)
It was also helpful seeing Ki Tae realize that his best friend used this girl. He was and is still being cruel to her. I like that in the end he stepped up. Even though he's clearly a jerk, he did right by a total stranger.
The whole cast may not be totally established, but I like it. It's simple and it packed quite an emotional wallop for me. I'm very curious how the rest of the show will go. Great characters and emotions are what I thrive on. Despite judging Marriage, Not Dating before watching I am now very hopeful for this drama.
(Jang Mi and Hoon Dong are so crazy alike together. If you think about it Ki Tae is falling for the female "more innocent" version of his best friend.)
First off I'm so excited to see Jeong Min, he's so crazy and I love that I get to see him in a role so quirky. Of course one that fits what I keep seeing of him. However, this time instead of a devoted boyfriend he's a user. Though just as much woman crazy.
In this day and age men woman aren't supposed to be in love. If they want to get serious it's expected to wait and see if the boyfriend runs. She should just know when it's over. However, many forget that she most likely was in love. The jerk never established anything. Looking at Jang Min and Hoon Dong's sweet moments it's hard to believe that he wasn't in love too. It broke my heart. It can be argued that because they only met at hotels she should have seen the writing on the wall. That all the feedback she got was enough to tell her that what she felt wasn't real on his end and that he had betrayed her.
However, I am a firm believer in breaking up face to face. Getting it out between the two involved. Jang Mi has it right. Even when she discovered it was one sided. That jerk owed it to her to say it face to face. (I feel patiently about this as it's happened to many of my girlfriends.)
It was also helpful seeing Ki Tae realize that his best friend used this girl. He was and is still being cruel to her. I like that in the end he stepped up. Even though he's clearly a jerk, he did right by a total stranger.
The whole cast may not be totally established, but I like it. It's simple and it packed quite an emotional wallop for me. I'm very curious how the rest of the show will go. Great characters and emotions are what I thrive on. Despite judging Marriage, Not Dating before watching I am now very hopeful for this drama.
(Jang Mi and Hoon Dong are so crazy alike together. If you think about it Ki Tae is falling for the female "more innocent" version of his best friend.)
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Vaccines! Get your vaccines! Ha-ha. "After getting stabbed a few times, it hurts less than getting a vaccine!" A my dear Woong Cheol has such humor, the best part is that Jung Moon bantered back. Not to mention that he's saved Woong Cheol twice now.
This was a pretty awesome and creepy episode. The Madame is perfect, and it's hilarious I just read the article on the actress and her creepy ways.
This is a high paced episode. Everyone was brilliant and I love how the characters, and cast are playing off each other. Even going for breakfast after getting the baddy.
The kid bit was creepy and I wonder why and how they were all there? What will the police do with them? I just have a lot of questions. However, I know those aren't important.
What a rush of an episode, and creepy. I wonder now what we'll be moving on to. Not to mention all the mysterious building up around the characters.
This was a pretty awesome and creepy episode. The Madame is perfect, and it's hilarious I just read the article on the actress and her creepy ways.
This is a high paced episode. Everyone was brilliant and I love how the characters, and cast are playing off each other. Even going for breakfast after getting the baddy.
The kid bit was creepy and I wonder why and how they were all there? What will the police do with them? I just have a lot of questions. However, I know those aren't important.
What a rush of an episode, and creepy. I wonder now what we'll be moving on to. Not to mention all the mysterious building up around the characters.
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This was Goo Tak's episode, though it wasn't hard to guess want happened from the flashbacks of the first episode. I thought it would dive further in, but it stuck to the basics.
This episode again shows how all the Bad Guy's operate. Though sadly it looks like Mi Yeong will get to play sidekick to all the male leads.
This was a solid episode. Human trafficking is a very hot topic issue, especially organs now. Though the media likes to hush it up and not dwell too long on it. This is one lucky girl considering how big the whole setup is.
Overall a solid episode though it didn't really delve to much further into the characters.
This episode again shows how all the Bad Guy's operate. Though sadly it looks like Mi Yeong will get to play sidekick to all the male leads.
This was a solid episode. Human trafficking is a very hot topic issue, especially organs now. Though the media likes to hush it up and not dwell too long on it. This is one lucky girl considering how big the whole setup is.
Overall a solid episode though it didn't really delve to much further into the characters.
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So it has it's flaws, still so awesome. This type of drama is my jam! First off was Woong Cheol using a bible for a pillow? Ha-ha! It's the little touches.
This episode was clearly Tae Soo's. Brining up part of his past and clearly the woman that changed his future. The one that saved his life and led him to seeking "redemption". (Or at least turning himself in.) He's at least giving her money--at least he thinks he is or is doing and she's not accepting. This episode did bring up some interesting thoughts on Jung Moon. So he blacks out and has no memories, so no guilt. Though do true psychopaths feel love and guilt?
It was also very cool seeing how each Bad Guy went about solving the case. Woong Cheol working the neighborhood turning other bad guys into his minions would have got the villain first if Goo Tak hadn't messed things up. Though Jung Moon was close behind. It was fitting that Tae Soo was the one in the end because of the story and his connections. Though I find Goo Tak's method stupid and the one that put lives in jeopardy the most. I'm very curious what everyone's ties are. Jung Moon looked like he helped Woong Cheol up and he was the first to share information. Goo Tak is actually more of a bad guy.
On that note the killer's blade was really clever for his serial compulsion needs. Very creepy, but cool. I know I've seen a couple shows with something similar, but still very unique. There's also a shoe in for the birth of another killer, or at least someone trying to cover up a murder. Clearly this will get the boys out again. Because despite all the talk this was the only case the team was assembled for. I'm sure the tie in will pull them back in the game.
This episode was clearly Tae Soo's. Brining up part of his past and clearly the woman that changed his future. The one that saved his life and led him to seeking "redemption". (Or at least turning himself in.) He's at least giving her money--at least he thinks he is or is doing and she's not accepting. This episode did bring up some interesting thoughts on Jung Moon. So he blacks out and has no memories, so no guilt. Though do true psychopaths feel love and guilt?
It was also very cool seeing how each Bad Guy went about solving the case. Woong Cheol working the neighborhood turning other bad guys into his minions would have got the villain first if Goo Tak hadn't messed things up. Though Jung Moon was close behind. It was fitting that Tae Soo was the one in the end because of the story and his connections. Though I find Goo Tak's method stupid and the one that put lives in jeopardy the most. I'm very curious what everyone's ties are. Jung Moon looked like he helped Woong Cheol up and he was the first to share information. Goo Tak is actually more of a bad guy.
On that note the killer's blade was really clever for his serial compulsion needs. Very creepy, but cool. I know I've seen a couple shows with something similar, but still very unique. There's also a shoe in for the birth of another killer, or at least someone trying to cover up a murder. Clearly this will get the boys out again. Because despite all the talk this was the only case the team was assembled for. I'm sure the tie in will pull them back in the game.
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Slower more obvious plot lines. The abortion thing was clear as day. I wonder if Seung Nyang figured it out and pull a fast one over the bad guys.
The idea that the Emperor is more worried that a girl is better than him at being a man was annoying. How about being worried that she is the real Seung Nyang because he betrayed him? I guess I'm supposed to assume he didn't know general Ki was her father and what truly happened to Seung Nyang. Still. I'm already tired of his obsession. Not to mention his anger about it. He needs to pause for a second and realize that he betrayed Seung Nyang AND probably more since she ended up there.
Even though many of the women are despicable and I love it! They are just as power hungry as the men, yet they have to play by different rules. In the end I like that the woman and men can be the same. It's as lethal and vicious!!!!
That said this episode was a bit slower. I want the Emperor to actually plan on becoming stronger and smarter than his enemies. The story of both the royal politics and the war that the King of Goryeo are fighting a bit to obvious for my tastes. Still really awesome.
The one thing I truly like is the friendship that Seung Nyang and Lady Park are forming. This will be something I look forward to developing. (Oh, and I'm knocking off more points for not only the Emperor's pining, but for Seung Nyang's pining. Sheesh.)
The idea that the Emperor is more worried that a girl is better than him at being a man was annoying. How about being worried that she is the real Seung Nyang because he betrayed him? I guess I'm supposed to assume he didn't know general Ki was her father and what truly happened to Seung Nyang. Still. I'm already tired of his obsession. Not to mention his anger about it. He needs to pause for a second and realize that he betrayed Seung Nyang AND probably more since she ended up there.
Even though many of the women are despicable and I love it! They are just as power hungry as the men, yet they have to play by different rules. In the end I like that the woman and men can be the same. It's as lethal and vicious!!!!
That said this episode was a bit slower. I want the Emperor to actually plan on becoming stronger and smarter than his enemies. The story of both the royal politics and the war that the King of Goryeo are fighting a bit to obvious for my tastes. Still really awesome.
The one thing I truly like is the friendship that Seung Nyang and Lady Park are forming. This will be something I look forward to developing. (Oh, and I'm knocking off more points for not only the Emperor's pining, but for Seung Nyang's pining. Sheesh.)
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So. Boring. It hurts how much the show built up and how much credit I gave it. Now it's just . . . turned into this boring and typical story.
I can't tell you how much I want it to be over.
The characters no longer feels developed, they feel like the stereotypes they started out. Overall Bong Hee is now being dragged in and I'm waiting for the video of her pushing Tae Ho.
I just want this to be over with. I just can't believe that all this amazing potential is wasted. Wasted.
I can't tell you how much I want it to be over.
The characters no longer feels developed, they feel like the stereotypes they started out. Overall Bong Hee is now being dragged in and I'm waiting for the video of her pushing Tae Ho.
I just want this to be over with. I just can't believe that all this amazing potential is wasted. Wasted.
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Nobuta wo Produce Episode 3
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School festival! The standard episode for pretty much any High School themed Japanese story. Not much happens, but a lot does.
The ghost/spirit story seemed to be obligatory, but I do like the way it tied in. The idea that you should enjoy and have fun because the memory will be what you hold onto in your old age. That the people you meet now will walk out of your life. Never to meet some again. It's nice to think you can help strangers and make happy memories.
Who wants to bet that the creepy smile girl who trashed the haunted ghost story is Akira's "girlfriend" it just feels like it.
Okay what is with Shuji? It feels like he's constantly on drugs, especially that laugh. It is like that crazy anime character who always laughs loud and flails their arms in the air.
The message that Nobuko wrote was beautiful. I also think it was necessary for her to continue on becoming produced. Now she needs to keep working on her smile.
It was very interesting seeing Akira work so hard and how in demand he was. It was also very interesting to see Akira through his little brother's eyes. Not to mention that Akira then tells his little brother to not be like him, but his little brother sees the good and bad in him. It's warming.
The ghost/spirit story seemed to be obligatory, but I do like the way it tied in. The idea that you should enjoy and have fun because the memory will be what you hold onto in your old age. That the people you meet now will walk out of your life. Never to meet some again. It's nice to think you can help strangers and make happy memories.
Who wants to bet that the creepy smile girl who trashed the haunted ghost story is Akira's "girlfriend" it just feels like it.
Okay what is with Shuji? It feels like he's constantly on drugs, especially that laugh. It is like that crazy anime character who always laughs loud and flails their arms in the air.
The message that Nobuko wrote was beautiful. I also think it was necessary for her to continue on becoming produced. Now she needs to keep working on her smile.
It was very interesting seeing Akira work so hard and how in demand he was. It was also very interesting to see Akira through his little brother's eyes. Not to mention that Akira then tells his little brother to not be like him, but his little brother sees the good and bad in him. It's warming.
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Finally the Emperor is figuring it out! Yes, it's not a coincidence that she looks just like him! Even with the proof of her responding to the name. Though I guess she could have just been started. It's a relief that he's finally going to find out that she is Seung Nyang. (Oh, and I guess she goes by Nyang, but then it was Ki somewhere in there before.) Still I can't believe he didn't know right away. -_-
Ha-ha! Battle of the Empresses! It's fierce and scary. Those to woman have more balls then most of the men! Not only are the Empresses and Seung Nyang)fierce, but now Batolu is a confirmed as a woman! Yes! I thought so. So cool. I am beyond happy that this drama has so many amazing woman.
Not only that but the balance of battle and court intrigue struck the perfect balance. Just enough of each to not becoming over powering. I love the intrigue and strategy of the King of Goryeo. Sadly he won't be taking credit it seems.
I will confess that the wedding scene of Seung Nyang becoming Empress clearly ruins who won't die and make it to the day. So in that aspect some of the suspense is taken away. Yet I am at the edge of my seat. The journey of these characters is what makes it worth it.
The inner dialogue is still a wonderful touch as we get to see into the minds of the characters. Truly the best thing for developing them. There's a lot of ground covered here. The most important thing is how Seung Nyang is going to handle being recruited by the Empress. She has an opportunity here to be a double spy and take out her real enemies.
Ha-ha! Battle of the Empresses! It's fierce and scary. Those to woman have more balls then most of the men! Not only are the Empresses and Seung Nyang)fierce, but now Batolu is a confirmed as a woman! Yes! I thought so. So cool. I am beyond happy that this drama has so many amazing woman.
Not only that but the balance of battle and court intrigue struck the perfect balance. Just enough of each to not becoming over powering. I love the intrigue and strategy of the King of Goryeo. Sadly he won't be taking credit it seems.
I will confess that the wedding scene of Seung Nyang becoming Empress clearly ruins who won't die and make it to the day. So in that aspect some of the suspense is taken away. Yet I am at the edge of my seat. The journey of these characters is what makes it worth it.
The inner dialogue is still a wonderful touch as we get to see into the minds of the characters. Truly the best thing for developing them. There's a lot of ground covered here. The most important thing is how Seung Nyang is going to handle being recruited by the Empress. She has an opportunity here to be a double spy and take out her real enemies.
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"My heart is black with despair."
So many struggling characters! Ah, my heart. Especially the romance. I know everyone is so ticked that the Emperor isn't making the love cut. Let's be real, it's not about the actor in the end it is about the characters. With the development I'm firmly on King of Goryeo's side. There's still room for more, as in the Emperor to grow. That said I love that the King of Goryeo figured out the people weren't enough to keep fighting an living, it was Seung Nyang, (Now Ki Seung at the palace.)
How freaking dense is the Emperor? I mean he saw Seung Nyang with a wrap around his torso, and now someone who looks completely like him? Duh? Goodness. It especially annoys me since the Emperor was supposed to be clever.
Oh, and I've been wondering this whole time what Seung Nyang thought would happen once she killed the Emperor? She even realizes that he isn't truly the one to blame. She's after vengeance from the wrong people. Ugh. Even after realizing the consequences she's wallowing a bit. I get it though, I'd wallow as well. Plus, it's not easy going from the freedom of a man to the prison of a woman of the time.
The new Empress is interesting. Well evil. I have to applaud the actress, she has range. I've been watching her in Missing 9.
The war scenes ended up dragging a bit, but I love the build up of them. I think they could use a bit closer cutting though. I bet the Kind of Goryeo already regrets not killing Yom.
So many struggling characters! Ah, my heart. Especially the romance. I know everyone is so ticked that the Emperor isn't making the love cut. Let's be real, it's not about the actor in the end it is about the characters. With the development I'm firmly on King of Goryeo's side. There's still room for more, as in the Emperor to grow. That said I love that the King of Goryeo figured out the people weren't enough to keep fighting an living, it was Seung Nyang, (Now Ki Seung at the palace.)
How freaking dense is the Emperor? I mean he saw Seung Nyang with a wrap around his torso, and now someone who looks completely like him? Duh? Goodness. It especially annoys me since the Emperor was supposed to be clever.
Oh, and I've been wondering this whole time what Seung Nyang thought would happen once she killed the Emperor? She even realizes that he isn't truly the one to blame. She's after vengeance from the wrong people. Ugh. Even after realizing the consequences she's wallowing a bit. I get it though, I'd wallow as well. Plus, it's not easy going from the freedom of a man to the prison of a woman of the time.
The new Empress is interesting. Well evil. I have to applaud the actress, she has range. I've been watching her in Missing 9.
The war scenes ended up dragging a bit, but I love the build up of them. I think they could use a bit closer cutting though. I bet the Kind of Goryeo already regrets not killing Yom.
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