So now that Seung Nyang is a girl I get to slowly watch her become a damsel? I know it's different now, but I still expect her to save herself and actually look like she's plotting. Show that head servant who's boss, one quelling and it would be over. Or if she thinks that's a bad course of action do it a more sneaky way.
Looks like she may not be in that position long though.
This series is moving so swiftly. So I applaud that. Also that Seung Nyang was found out so soon. It's more realistic that way. Though the King of Goryeo and Seung Nyang have to realize that parting was so much more then loyalty. Right?
The bad guys are really winning everywhere here. The good guys/other people need to have some small victories. The only one with real game is Empress Dowager, you go girl!
That note I'm very excited to see the King of Goryeo, Tal Tal, and the general team up. They could make some great allies.
Oh, and I'm still peeved at the Emperor. I get it the fans love Ji Chang Wook, doesn't mean his character is great.
Looks like she may not be in that position long though.
This series is moving so swiftly. So I applaud that. Also that Seung Nyang was found out so soon. It's more realistic that way. Though the King of Goryeo and Seung Nyang have to realize that parting was so much more then loyalty. Right?
The bad guys are really winning everywhere here. The good guys/other people need to have some small victories. The only one with real game is Empress Dowager, you go girl!
That note I'm very excited to see the King of Goryeo, Tal Tal, and the general team up. They could make some great allies.
Oh, and I'm still peeved at the Emperor. I get it the fans love Ji Chang Wook, doesn't mean his character is great.
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Nobuta wo Produce Episode 2
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Wow, this feels like a classic anime. Maybe that's just because I tend to like these kind of stories for my anime. Who knows? That said I like how Nobuko struggles with getting the courage to really accept getting "produced". I also like that it's this gradual thing and she's a work in progress.
What would really make this awesome is if neither boy or Nobuko fell in love. If they just became friends.
I love the feeling of this drama and how it makes me smile. Especially as Akira decided to make the paint thing so popular! He's cool enough to do it and makes it a trend. I loved the mafia suit that one student painted on. >_< I also love that it shows the struggles of adulthood. That you can't just be yourself and you need to enjoy youth why you've got it.
Just like this has a classic anime feel I'm wondering if all the foreshadowing will lead to something sad. Such as Nobuko giving up and killing herself. Just something along those lines.
Either way I really like this drama so far and feel like it could really take off.
What would really make this awesome is if neither boy or Nobuko fell in love. If they just became friends.
I love the feeling of this drama and how it makes me smile. Especially as Akira decided to make the paint thing so popular! He's cool enough to do it and makes it a trend. I loved the mafia suit that one student painted on. >_< I also love that it shows the struggles of adulthood. That you can't just be yourself and you need to enjoy youth why you've got it.
Just like this has a classic anime feel I'm wondering if all the foreshadowing will lead to something sad. Such as Nobuko giving up and killing herself. Just something along those lines.
Either way I really like this drama so far and feel like it could really take off.
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Nobuta wo Produce Episode 1
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This episode reminded me of why I like anime. However, it might not be anime. Instead it just might be the way Japanese stories are. Or, I don't know. It made me feel very nostalgic.
This is the start of a very non-typical way to tell a very universal and typical story. The loneliness of adolescent. Clicks. Bullying. Life. Youth.
Akira is the cool guy who works at being cool and liked by everyone. He pretends to have it all together and tries to believe that he thinks life is a game. At times he seems sage and wise. Others sadly lost.
Nobuko (AKA "Nobuta") is the odd girl out who is immediately targeted by bullies. Why her frank talk about suicide seemed like a rough place to start. The reveal that as a child she called her step-dad "dad" and he turned her down resonated. That one single action caused her to shut down and give up. It's amazing and it goes to show that no matter the age you can cause damage.
Shuji is an odd rich kid. Personally I feel like he's a pot head. He's got to be on something. (Though I've suddenly become very aware about my own arming flapping down flights of stairs. What can I say it makes it feel like I'm flying!)
I like the theme of creating your own world. Or to me it seems like your own happiness or place that you belong. The bookstore being a safe haven is something I can relate to. (I miss you Border and Waldens!)
There's a lot going on in this episode and I won't address everything. I will say I really like Sada Yoko the vice principal. She's fun/insane. The monkey hand thing was creepy and hilarious! World peace fools!
This is the start of a very non-typical way to tell a very universal and typical story. The loneliness of adolescent. Clicks. Bullying. Life. Youth.
Akira is the cool guy who works at being cool and liked by everyone. He pretends to have it all together and tries to believe that he thinks life is a game. At times he seems sage and wise. Others sadly lost.
Nobuko (AKA "Nobuta") is the odd girl out who is immediately targeted by bullies. Why her frank talk about suicide seemed like a rough place to start. The reveal that as a child she called her step-dad "dad" and he turned her down resonated. That one single action caused her to shut down and give up. It's amazing and it goes to show that no matter the age you can cause damage.
Shuji is an odd rich kid. Personally I feel like he's a pot head. He's got to be on something. (Though I've suddenly become very aware about my own arming flapping down flights of stairs. What can I say it makes it feel like I'm flying!)
I like the theme of creating your own world. Or to me it seems like your own happiness or place that you belong. The bookstore being a safe haven is something I can relate to. (I miss you Border and Waldens!)
There's a lot going on in this episode and I won't address everything. I will say I really like Sada Yoko the vice principal. She's fun/insane. The monkey hand thing was creepy and hilarious! World peace fools!
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Wow. What the heck is with this over the top and stupid humor? If this episode was trying to take it's over the top and drug out plot funny with over the top humor. So that wonderful balance of dark themes and humor that I talked about just got taken out to the shed. Boom! Shot all up.
Not to mention that I find Jun Oh super annoying. He's even worse than when he was first introduced. Not to mention that Bong Hee suddenly got stupid Bong Hee. What happened to the savvy survival girl? The one who thought about things?
I can't believe how the tone of the show and the writing took a dive. All the wonderful character building dead. I was so bored by this episode that I actually skipped/fast-forward. I tried to sit through it. The urge to dump this is strong. However, I need to know how it will end. Plus, considering how much I liked it in the beginning I need apparently suffer through the horrible "last part of the drama just killed it" episodes. Because I don't love myself enough.
I never would have guessed this show would have gone this way. I gave it too much credit and was enamored by it. Heck, I was so busy overthinking how cool the plot would be, and all the amazing twists, that I never predicted it would deteriorate like this. Not only is the plot predictable, but it's now just boring. I honestly don't expect much out of this ending.
Not to mention that I find Jun Oh super annoying. He's even worse than when he was first introduced. Not to mention that Bong Hee suddenly got stupid Bong Hee. What happened to the savvy survival girl? The one who thought about things?
I can't believe how the tone of the show and the writing took a dive. All the wonderful character building dead. I was so bored by this episode that I actually skipped/fast-forward. I tried to sit through it. The urge to dump this is strong. However, I need to know how it will end. Plus, considering how much I liked it in the beginning I need apparently suffer through the horrible "last part of the drama just killed it" episodes. Because I don't love myself enough.
I never would have guessed this show would have gone this way. I gave it too much credit and was enamored by it. Heck, I was so busy overthinking how cool the plot would be, and all the amazing twists, that I never predicted it would deteriorate like this. Not only is the plot predictable, but it's now just boring. I honestly don't expect much out of this ending.
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One of the most stupist and painful episodes I've had to watch. Why you might ask? Because the writing . . . was atrocious. So Prosecutor Yoon already knows that other survivors will be at risk. So yeah for getting there super fast before anyone else. Yet when someone calls him with proof of So Hee's murder he goes running.
Huge stupid issues that any freaking moron would realize:
1) How is there proof, the witnesses are proof. ( I mean the murder happened on a deserted island. Isn't the whole rush for survivors is because they're testimonies are the proof???)
2) Why would you ever leave the witnesses (your only proof!!!!!) unguarded. Especially after what already happened to two of them?
3) How could you not see it as a trap?
4) Just why!!!!???
Not only was this episode based on the idea that ALL the good guys are dumb, but then no one had a smart idea. Bad guys are entering the hospital and looking for Ji Ah and Gi Joon. They are on the first floor. These bad guys are locking things up. Firstly I don't think regulations will let hospitals put grates over the windows unless it's a psych ward. Thirdly they are on the ground floor. By fire code (yes it's the same for hospitals in China and since this was a ritzy one I'm sure it had to follow code) the window should open for fire escape reasons. Their might be a screen. If that HUGE window somehow didn't open why not immediately break the glass and get out? As Bong Hee did a bit later to escape after all the stupid stuff happened.
I'm so disgusted I can't even bask in the afterglow of Ji Ah and Bong Hee kicking serious butt.
Because Gi Joon and Ji Ah caved and sided with Tae Ho. Personally I would have said I'd go along and then at the conference say Jun Oh didn't do it. Or statements were coerced and that stupid woman was well aware of it. Because how could you EVER be safe with Tae Ho and CEO Jang? The instant they can you're dead. It's just the way they work. Besides that Tae Ho is a serial killer. He killed people when he didn't have too! I mean WTF!?
So girl power awesome. Gi Joon and Ji Ah's banter in the hospital adorable. The ending pretty cool. I was sooooooooooooo upset, and then boom the hilarious twist. Though I'm guessing he doesn't know what happened. I'm betting that the only smart person is Reporter Kim Ki Wan. Who probably sent the proof to the one prosecutor he knew that would probably be interest in it.
Huge stupid issues that any freaking moron would realize:
1) How is there proof, the witnesses are proof. ( I mean the murder happened on a deserted island. Isn't the whole rush for survivors is because they're testimonies are the proof???)
2) Why would you ever leave the witnesses (your only proof!!!!!) unguarded. Especially after what already happened to two of them?
3) How could you not see it as a trap?
4) Just why!!!!???
Not only was this episode based on the idea that ALL the good guys are dumb, but then no one had a smart idea. Bad guys are entering the hospital and looking for Ji Ah and Gi Joon. They are on the first floor. These bad guys are locking things up. Firstly I don't think regulations will let hospitals put grates over the windows unless it's a psych ward. Thirdly they are on the ground floor. By fire code (yes it's the same for hospitals in China and since this was a ritzy one I'm sure it had to follow code) the window should open for fire escape reasons. Their might be a screen. If that HUGE window somehow didn't open why not immediately break the glass and get out? As Bong Hee did a bit later to escape after all the stupid stuff happened.
I'm so disgusted I can't even bask in the afterglow of Ji Ah and Bong Hee kicking serious butt.
Because Gi Joon and Ji Ah caved and sided with Tae Ho. Personally I would have said I'd go along and then at the conference say Jun Oh didn't do it. Or statements were coerced and that stupid woman was well aware of it. Because how could you EVER be safe with Tae Ho and CEO Jang? The instant they can you're dead. It's just the way they work. Besides that Tae Ho is a serial killer. He killed people when he didn't have too! I mean WTF!?
So girl power awesome. Gi Joon and Ji Ah's banter in the hospital adorable. The ending pretty cool. I was sooooooooooooo upset, and then boom the hilarious twist. Though I'm guessing he doesn't know what happened. I'm betting that the only smart person is Reporter Kim Ki Wan. Who probably sent the proof to the one prosecutor he knew that would probably be interest in it.
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Totsuzen Desu ga, Ashita Kekkon Shimasu Episode 4
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Well I'm definitely not going to be suffering from second lead syndrome. I hate it when they're all conniving trying to get the girl by chasing off the other guy. Akito should focus on actually romancing and getting to know Asuka first! Why does this not seem like the obvious idea? Hmmmmm.
This episode was a great step in Ryu realizing that he needs to give up his past love Sakuragi Yuko. It showed that she might be conniving and I'm glad the misunderstanding was quickly discussed. Also that Asuka had a back bone and that she was upset with Ryu. I hate it when the female leads just hold it all in and make themselves suffer over it.
For me this was a bit of a slower episode, but a great stepping stone for their relationship. Though it shows me in my mind to not live life with romantic goals! It makes you start fretting over a future that hasn't happened. I'm a big believer in living for the moment. Yes, you need to have goals in life.
Though Akito's actions maybe dirty, I like that Ryu is getting a warning. Asuka is awesome and not all the men out there are idiots about her. ^_-
(Oh, I loved that the lyrics of the song were timed perfectly to say kiss when they kissed! It always tickles me when the sound team does that!)
This episode was a great step in Ryu realizing that he needs to give up his past love Sakuragi Yuko. It showed that she might be conniving and I'm glad the misunderstanding was quickly discussed. Also that Asuka had a back bone and that she was upset with Ryu. I hate it when the female leads just hold it all in and make themselves suffer over it.
For me this was a bit of a slower episode, but a great stepping stone for their relationship. Though it shows me in my mind to not live life with romantic goals! It makes you start fretting over a future that hasn't happened. I'm a big believer in living for the moment. Yes, you need to have goals in life.
Though Akito's actions maybe dirty, I like that Ryu is getting a warning. Asuka is awesome and not all the men out there are idiots about her. ^_-
(Oh, I loved that the lyrics of the song were timed perfectly to say kiss when they kissed! It always tickles me when the sound team does that!)
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Totsuzen Desu ga, Ashita Kekkon Shimasu Episode 3
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Hmmmmmmm. I have to be serious here Asuka thought Akito's criteria for just wanting to marry her was odd? That's what she had been doing to find a guy to date. What should of stuck in her craw is that he's not sure if he likes her and isn't interested in romancing her so far.
What I like is that Asuka knows her end goal, she's still willing to risk her heart to change Ryu's mind.
Oh, and speaking of Ryu, actor Yamamura Ryuta is so cute in this role! I love watching him. >_<
Overall this is a fun episode and my appreciation for the OST has hit new heights. "What is love?" He-he.
Great stepping stone episode and I'm wondering just how far did they go? Hmmm? *queue raised eyebrow*
What I like is that Asuka knows her end goal, she's still willing to risk her heart to change Ryu's mind.
Oh, and speaking of Ryu, actor Yamamura Ryuta is so cute in this role! I love watching him. >_<
Overall this is a fun episode and my appreciation for the OST has hit new heights. "What is love?" He-he.
Great stepping stone episode and I'm wondering just how far did they go? Hmmm? *queue raised eyebrow*
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Totsuzen Desu ga, Ashita Kekkon Shimasu Episode 1
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Okay, how awesome is the closing credits? Love the way they set it up with Asuka messing with everyone paused. Very cute. I'm guessing this will be a theme with the drama.
Anywho this is a fun premise. I've heard of the manga before, but just didn't really care for the idea. However, I like the execution here. It helps that Asuka is truly likable. While being a stay at home mom is far from my dreams, I think her passion for her dream is wonderful. I doubt she's blind to the bad side of it, but she knows from her own family experience that it can be wonderful.
Ryu is an interesting character and the setup with his affair from the past is tantalizing. Clearly the cougar (I think she's older) married woman still likes him. Ryu and her have that in common, they want what they shouldn't/can't have.
Oh, and accidental kiss. Which happens to lead into a weird accidentally kissing people all the time thing. Ah, I'm back to my anime and magna days. Kiss hijinks.
Overall this is a decent setup, and while we're at face value with the characters what has been setup is fun. I really enjoy the cast and the music for the OST is pretty fun.
What's more is I like a strong lead. Asuka works hard and she knows her mind. That's what I want. Just because Ruy tries to put the moves on her doesn't mean she has to mindlessly swoon.
Yeah! Really fun and I look forward to seeing this drama develop.
Anywho this is a fun premise. I've heard of the manga before, but just didn't really care for the idea. However, I like the execution here. It helps that Asuka is truly likable. While being a stay at home mom is far from my dreams, I think her passion for her dream is wonderful. I doubt she's blind to the bad side of it, but she knows from her own family experience that it can be wonderful.
Ryu is an interesting character and the setup with his affair from the past is tantalizing. Clearly the cougar (I think she's older) married woman still likes him. Ryu and her have that in common, they want what they shouldn't/can't have.
Oh, and accidental kiss. Which happens to lead into a weird accidentally kissing people all the time thing. Ah, I'm back to my anime and magna days. Kiss hijinks.
Overall this is a decent setup, and while we're at face value with the characters what has been setup is fun. I really enjoy the cast and the music for the OST is pretty fun.
What's more is I like a strong lead. Asuka works hard and she knows her mind. That's what I want. Just because Ruy tries to put the moves on her doesn't mean she has to mindlessly swoon.
Yeah! Really fun and I look forward to seeing this drama develop.
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Kuzu no Honkai Episode 5
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"I at least knew that it wasn't really Okay. I knew, but . . . I couldn't stop."
Oh, my drama. This episode just opened up a whole new can of mind worms! This is a huge game changer! Huge!! Not to mention that maybe Hanabi is going mental, there's no way that's just her conscious speaking up. I tell you it's more sinister.
"I filled my void with Ecchan. And I am somewhere much more cold. All alone"
This is a huge game changer as Hanabi uses Ecchan (AKA Ebato). At least she never lies about loving her, Ecchan just doesn't want to here it. Though I myself am totally enchanted by Echhan. Stalking and all. Here little cheek moles are so cute! Plus, I just think she's cute. I know that's nothing to base anything off of, but this show is messed up so I side with Ecchan at this point.
The biggest game changer is Akane admitting so much to Hanabi. Then the BIGGEST REVEAL! Mugi knows that Akane is a man-eater. Totally aware. I wonder if Akane knows and that's why she hasn't preyed on Mugi. Or simply that Mugi hasn't been desired by another woman so she doesn't want to prey on him yet?
See! SEE! My mind is totally consumed by this drama. To be honest I wish the episodes were longer just so I could explore this mind *bleep*! That's probably it's biggest downfall right now is that I feel like there is so much more room to explore there minds. To be honest I do not expect this drama to end on a happy note, and to be quite honest I'd be disappointed if it did. (Unless the writing totally pulls out a HEA that works. I doubt it though.) That said I think things are getting even steamier. Ecchan's scenes with Hanabi totally had me fanning myself. Yet somehow the simple makeout session on the roof where Mugi and Hanabi confront each other about sleeping with other people was *fans self*. Because it was all so messed up.
Not sorry this is consuming my mind. With the previews for the next one bring it on. >_< (I know everyone is so shocked by this drama . . . I've read worse so I want more. He-he.) Though I wonder why Hanabi isn't a little worried about Brother being preyed upon?
Oh, my drama. This episode just opened up a whole new can of mind worms! This is a huge game changer! Huge!! Not to mention that maybe Hanabi is going mental, there's no way that's just her conscious speaking up. I tell you it's more sinister.
"I filled my void with Ecchan. And I am somewhere much more cold. All alone"
This is a huge game changer as Hanabi uses Ecchan (AKA Ebato). At least she never lies about loving her, Ecchan just doesn't want to here it. Though I myself am totally enchanted by Echhan. Stalking and all. Here little cheek moles are so cute! Plus, I just think she's cute. I know that's nothing to base anything off of, but this show is messed up so I side with Ecchan at this point.
The biggest game changer is Akane admitting so much to Hanabi. Then the BIGGEST REVEAL! Mugi knows that Akane is a man-eater. Totally aware. I wonder if Akane knows and that's why she hasn't preyed on Mugi. Or simply that Mugi hasn't been desired by another woman so she doesn't want to prey on him yet?
See! SEE! My mind is totally consumed by this drama. To be honest I wish the episodes were longer just so I could explore this mind *bleep*! That's probably it's biggest downfall right now is that I feel like there is so much more room to explore there minds. To be honest I do not expect this drama to end on a happy note, and to be quite honest I'd be disappointed if it did. (Unless the writing totally pulls out a HEA that works. I doubt it though.) That said I think things are getting even steamier. Ecchan's scenes with Hanabi totally had me fanning myself. Yet somehow the simple makeout session on the roof where Mugi and Hanabi confront each other about sleeping with other people was *fans self*. Because it was all so messed up.
Not sorry this is consuming my mind. With the previews for the next one bring it on. >_< (I know everyone is so shocked by this drama . . . I've read worse so I want more. He-he.) Though I wonder why Hanabi isn't a little worried about Brother being preyed upon?
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Behind Your Smile Episode 4
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Apparently Yi Ting wronged the farm too. What did he do? I love that Xin Yu is willing to investigate and find the truth. Not to mention that she realizes that she was spoiled and wouldn't have been able to sympathize if she wasn't in her current situation.
Points for Yin Ting admitting her mom being a good mother, but a bad person. Detract points for creepy sleep watcher. That's wrong. So wrong. Why is the stalker crap so "hot" in dramas? Eek.
Also, telling her she's running away from the situation. Clearly it's dangerous for her and if getting yourself out is smart do it. He created the mess for her to muck around in anyway. Bad situation get out. Besides she was trying to protect Xia Yui. Not to mention that by being in Qian Ni's presence meant she was being abused. If it was a boyfriend she'd leave, so why can't she get away from Qian Ni? Hmmmmmm?
Oh, and the whole robot thing does not make me pity him or feel bad. He is a demon. A very yummy demon.
Poor Xiao Yue. She truly cares about Xin Yu. It breaks my heart to watch them bond as Xiao Yue feels more guilt.
Behind Your Smile is right on the cusp of greatness for me. >_<
Points for Yin Ting admitting her mom being a good mother, but a bad person. Detract points for creepy sleep watcher. That's wrong. So wrong. Why is the stalker crap so "hot" in dramas? Eek.
Also, telling her she's running away from the situation. Clearly it's dangerous for her and if getting yourself out is smart do it. He created the mess for her to muck around in anyway. Bad situation get out. Besides she was trying to protect Xia Yui. Not to mention that by being in Qian Ni's presence meant she was being abused. If it was a boyfriend she'd leave, so why can't she get away from Qian Ni? Hmmmmmm?
Oh, and the whole robot thing does not make me pity him or feel bad. He is a demon. A very yummy demon.
Poor Xiao Yue. She truly cares about Xin Yu. It breaks my heart to watch them bond as Xiao Yue feels more guilt.
Behind Your Smile is right on the cusp of greatness for me. >_<
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Behind Your Smile Episode 2
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Holy cow the OSTs! Life! I'll stop. Promise.
So I'm bascially going to have to disregaurd everything I thought I knew about his drama when it was just going to air. Because no one knew anything.
So far this is a story of vengence for Yi Ting! Xin Yu's mother, Lin Man, did something to his father? Or he somehow blames her for it. So he ruined Lin Man's business, and is going after her. However, it looks like he's really going after Xin Yu. Nothing is a concidance and everything--and one--have been planed by him. Scary as heck!
Oh, that opening OST is making all kinds of since right now. This boy is a stalker out for revenge and doesn't care who is innocent or not. Everyone must pay.
Though I don't think he planned for her to teach him to waltz. Fool. You will eventually be putty in her hands.
Because Xin Yu is so awesome! I love her strength. Not to mention that she is intelligent! Thank you. Though the clumsy thing is a bit over the top. I noticed her strap around the wine canister. I noticed it over the man candy lurking in the background!
I am bummed that Yi Ting's evil plans are probably involved her roommate. You can tell the girl likes Xin Yu and is starting to feel bad. I thought it was planned when they first met because Yi Ting had time to setup their encounter. Womance, is this goodbye?
Anywho, I am loving the tone and feel of this drama. The previews are promising even more wicked tricks from Yi Ting. Gosh that evil laugh he gave Qian Ni when Xin Yu was hauled off? Creepy. All that piled on top of the fact that he is so gonna fall for Xin Yu. There better be some punishment for him, or some serious redeeming quality. His evil smirk will not be able to redeem him!
(Okay, I'm totally into this.)
My biggest complaint is that Xin Yu isn't seeing the scary red flags of doom. Yi Ting is clearly antagonizing Qian Ni. Lying about Xin Yu stealing the ring. Buying her a skirt and giving it to her in front of Qian Ni. So on. She's grown a lot. However, I don't think naïve equals ignoring the warning signs. Especially after the fingerprint thing. Or his rushed question about another contact for her mother.
So I'm bascially going to have to disregaurd everything I thought I knew about his drama when it was just going to air. Because no one knew anything.
So far this is a story of vengence for Yi Ting! Xin Yu's mother, Lin Man, did something to his father? Or he somehow blames her for it. So he ruined Lin Man's business, and is going after her. However, it looks like he's really going after Xin Yu. Nothing is a concidance and everything--and one--have been planed by him. Scary as heck!
Oh, that opening OST is making all kinds of since right now. This boy is a stalker out for revenge and doesn't care who is innocent or not. Everyone must pay.
Though I don't think he planned for her to teach him to waltz. Fool. You will eventually be putty in her hands.
Because Xin Yu is so awesome! I love her strength. Not to mention that she is intelligent! Thank you. Though the clumsy thing is a bit over the top. I noticed her strap around the wine canister. I noticed it over the man candy lurking in the background!
I am bummed that Yi Ting's evil plans are probably involved her roommate. You can tell the girl likes Xin Yu and is starting to feel bad. I thought it was planned when they first met because Yi Ting had time to setup their encounter. Womance, is this goodbye?
Anywho, I am loving the tone and feel of this drama. The previews are promising even more wicked tricks from Yi Ting. Gosh that evil laugh he gave Qian Ni when Xin Yu was hauled off? Creepy. All that piled on top of the fact that he is so gonna fall for Xin Yu. There better be some punishment for him, or some serious redeeming quality. His evil smirk will not be able to redeem him!
(Okay, I'm totally into this.)
My biggest complaint is that Xin Yu isn't seeing the scary red flags of doom. Yi Ting is clearly antagonizing Qian Ni. Lying about Xin Yu stealing the ring. Buying her a skirt and giving it to her in front of Qian Ni. So on. She's grown a lot. However, I don't think naïve equals ignoring the warning signs. Especially after the fingerprint thing. Or his rushed question about another contact for her mother.
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Behind Your Smile Episode 1
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This OST is killing it! Especially the opening one and the lovely video that went with it. I also like the instrumental theme music that's inspired by that opening OST. Actually the whole first episode has awesome OSTs.
"I can rely on myself!"
So far I like the messages here. Her mom had to take on the family business and support her daughter. They clearly had a great relationship. Xin Yu clearly has faith that her mother didn't do all that. It really makes you wonder what is going on. Quite honestly I hope Xin Yu is right! Her mother is innocent. Which makes me all the more invested.
I had no idea that Lee Sean was in here! Oh my! I fear he's already become the perfect second lead. My poor boy! Great setup for Yi Ting and Qian Ren crossing paths, though we have no idea if they actually have a history. He was so sweet to Xin Yu. Though it was all very much a setup for second lead syndrome/pity. ^_-
Ah! I love the whole thing where Xin Yu decided she had enough and helped out the parking ticket girl! I was so relieved when she turned around and help her too. Girls gotta stick together. It felt like they could have a great friendship and maybe even a womance? >_< Though some might find it cruel that she offered her a place to live and then turned around and told her she had to pay rent. She's helping her on the right path, because without any contacts it has to happen.
Oh, and the finger stamp thing has been confirmed. It doesn't count. As it shouldn't. (You know when the finger print is forced on a contract/check.) I wonder if this is a new change in the law or if it's been a while? Because I always thought a fingerprint was crazy. Too easily forced obviously!
So Yi Ting is the perfect cold broody male lead. With just enough warmth to thaw him out for a bit between being a jerk. Ha-ha. I really wonder what he plans with slipping that engagement ring in Xin Yu's pocket? Oooooooooo, after he tore down her mom he plans to exploit the daughter. But he doesn't know her and pities her/regrets his action.
To be quite honest from the first synopsis and some of the comments I put this drama off. Even though I really wanted to watch it. This first episode is very promising. Xin Yu is a very cute lead, but I like that she has some backbone. I'm curious to get to know her more and this plot. It's a very promising first episode.
"I can rely on myself!"
So far I like the messages here. Her mom had to take on the family business and support her daughter. They clearly had a great relationship. Xin Yu clearly has faith that her mother didn't do all that. It really makes you wonder what is going on. Quite honestly I hope Xin Yu is right! Her mother is innocent. Which makes me all the more invested.
I had no idea that Lee Sean was in here! Oh my! I fear he's already become the perfect second lead. My poor boy! Great setup for Yi Ting and Qian Ren crossing paths, though we have no idea if they actually have a history. He was so sweet to Xin Yu. Though it was all very much a setup for second lead syndrome/pity. ^_-
Ah! I love the whole thing where Xin Yu decided she had enough and helped out the parking ticket girl! I was so relieved when she turned around and help her too. Girls gotta stick together. It felt like they could have a great friendship and maybe even a womance? >_< Though some might find it cruel that she offered her a place to live and then turned around and told her she had to pay rent. She's helping her on the right path, because without any contacts it has to happen.
Oh, and the finger stamp thing has been confirmed. It doesn't count. As it shouldn't. (You know when the finger print is forced on a contract/check.) I wonder if this is a new change in the law or if it's been a while? Because I always thought a fingerprint was crazy. Too easily forced obviously!
So Yi Ting is the perfect cold broody male lead. With just enough warmth to thaw him out for a bit between being a jerk. Ha-ha. I really wonder what he plans with slipping that engagement ring in Xin Yu's pocket? Oooooooooo, after he tore down her mom he plans to exploit the daughter. But he doesn't know her and pities her/regrets his action.
To be quite honest from the first synopsis and some of the comments I put this drama off. Even though I really wanted to watch it. This first episode is very promising. Xin Yu is a very cute lead, but I like that she has some backbone. I'm curious to get to know her more and this plot. It's a very promising first episode.
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Kuzu no Honkai Episode 4
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"There is nothing much more greater in this world . . .
. . . than being desired by people."
Holy cow! We just got a look into Akane's mind. That's a scary place. Not to mention all the creepy smiles. Poor Hanabi is her perfect prey. It's not just the hunt of making men desire her, but taking the man away from the person who desires them. Worst seeing the total destruction it causes to that person.
This is why I believe in confessing/starting things up right away, or moving on. I mean the likelihood that this type of scenario will happen. Probably 0. It's the self torture I can't stand!!!! Emotional turmoil like that gets old fast. Plus, I lose self respect for myself if I just can't woman up and take the hit. Whether it leads to success or not.
While some of the story has lost it's shock value I love the terribly dark and twisted themes here. Hanabi needs help. I totally believe this is not healthy and she needs to learn to move on. I wonder if the writer will explore some of these characters self destructive personalities more? Because there is plenty to play off here. Not to mention this drama is so out there it could pull some crazy twists.
Speaking of crazy. From the previews it looks like things are gonna get cray-cray soon! Or, well, more crazier than they already are! I'm so excited!!! >_< Dang I know I'm weird. It makes me wonder if poor "Brother" is the only innocent bystander here. Oh, and points to Sanae Ebato for saying she hates Mugi and only likes girls. She's got guts.
. . . than being desired by people."
Holy cow! We just got a look into Akane's mind. That's a scary place. Not to mention all the creepy smiles. Poor Hanabi is her perfect prey. It's not just the hunt of making men desire her, but taking the man away from the person who desires them. Worst seeing the total destruction it causes to that person.
This is why I believe in confessing/starting things up right away, or moving on. I mean the likelihood that this type of scenario will happen. Probably 0. It's the self torture I can't stand!!!! Emotional turmoil like that gets old fast. Plus, I lose self respect for myself if I just can't woman up and take the hit. Whether it leads to success or not.
While some of the story has lost it's shock value I love the terribly dark and twisted themes here. Hanabi needs help. I totally believe this is not healthy and she needs to learn to move on. I wonder if the writer will explore some of these characters self destructive personalities more? Because there is plenty to play off here. Not to mention this drama is so out there it could pull some crazy twists.
Speaking of crazy. From the previews it looks like things are gonna get cray-cray soon! Or, well, more crazier than they already are! I'm so excited!!! >_< Dang I know I'm weird. It makes me wonder if poor "Brother" is the only innocent bystander here. Oh, and points to Sanae Ebato for saying she hates Mugi and only likes girls. She's got guts.
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Kuzu no Honkai Episode 2
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It's official I can barely remember the manga! Which is a good thing as this episode pulled a twist. I was kind of hoping it would go that way, just so it would be more daring. It did.
Right now I'm torn between the shock value of their contract and the steamy chemistry the characters have when they make out, and needing more-more-more from the story. I'd like to have more of them interacting outside of pining and talking about their pinging for those people. However, I get they're not at that stage. They're feeling the physical stuff and reaffirming that they like other unattainable people.
Again some really great shots and I love the constant theme and frame work of them.
It will be interesting to see if and how other characters enter and effect they're story. (Because I can apparently barely remember anything from the manga.)
The actors are doing great work and I love how much they're faces give away.
On a side note "Brother" and Akane's romance is so cute. Little do they know the havoc their adorable romance is causing . . . .
Oh, and props to Hana. Last time someone asked me to stick out my tongue in a serious sexual fashion I bust out laughing. How is that sexy? "Stick out your tongue!" (Though oddly enough that actor delivering that line made me all like "Girl don't think just do." Ha-ha.)
Right now I'm torn between the shock value of their contract and the steamy chemistry the characters have when they make out, and needing more-more-more from the story. I'd like to have more of them interacting outside of pining and talking about their pinging for those people. However, I get they're not at that stage. They're feeling the physical stuff and reaffirming that they like other unattainable people.
Again some really great shots and I love the constant theme and frame work of them.
It will be interesting to see if and how other characters enter and effect they're story. (Because I can apparently barely remember anything from the manga.)
The actors are doing great work and I love how much they're faces give away.
On a side note "Brother" and Akane's romance is so cute. Little do they know the havoc their adorable romance is causing . . . .
Oh, and props to Hana. Last time someone asked me to stick out my tongue in a serious sexual fashion I bust out laughing. How is that sexy? "Stick out your tongue!" (Though oddly enough that actor delivering that line made me all like "Girl don't think just do." Ha-ha.)
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Holy politics! It's insane that even though the King of Goryeo saw that guy's sons shooting at Toron (is that what they're calling the Prince of Yuan) he still can't take action! They even mutilated an innocent man without a committee or hardcore proof. *bleep* That is corruption.
This episode was one heck of a rush . . . while some how still managing to be slower. It's building up the situation. There's many close calls for Seung Nyang's gender to come out, and definitely one confirmed find out.
Goryeo is in danger as the succession for the next Emperor is playing out. (Man do the commercials make me soooooo afraid.) This episode definitely does a lot more to expand the characters. Not to mention that there is a lot of people who want vengeance against Yuan.
Ah, and the Prince of Yuan (AKA Emperor to be) is slowly growing up. Here part of the hard truth from Seung Nyang will help him on his way to becoming a better (and hopefully less whiny) Emperor.
Things are getting realer, and I'm very curious if Seung Nyang will soon take a step towards greater revenge.
Random things that made me laugh: The whole chest wrap reveal and Prince Yuan is so innocent he just asks why and if she's okay! Ha-ha. The whole thing with straining so hard that he didn't just fart . . . oh gross!
This episode was one heck of a rush . . . while some how still managing to be slower. It's building up the situation. There's many close calls for Seung Nyang's gender to come out, and definitely one confirmed find out.
Goryeo is in danger as the succession for the next Emperor is playing out. (Man do the commercials make me soooooo afraid.) This episode definitely does a lot more to expand the characters. Not to mention that there is a lot of people who want vengeance against Yuan.
Ah, and the Prince of Yuan (AKA Emperor to be) is slowly growing up. Here part of the hard truth from Seung Nyang will help him on his way to becoming a better (and hopefully less whiny) Emperor.
Things are getting realer, and I'm very curious if Seung Nyang will soon take a step towards greater revenge.
Random things that made me laugh: The whole chest wrap reveal and Prince Yuan is so innocent he just asks why and if she's okay! Ha-ha. The whole thing with straining so hard that he didn't just fart . . . oh gross!
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