I’ll get straight to the point because I need to catch up with the backlog of dramas to write about. Things that I like: 1. The floral title This kind of extra attention to details makes me inclined to like this writer. Since the story is about the Joseon flower crew, the writer uses flower […]
Belated Happy Boyfriend Day!
I’ll mark my calendar for next year to help me remember that October 3 is National Boyfriend Day. This is two days late, but here’s my “incomplete” list of unforgettable fictional super- Boyfriends to celebrate. 1. Xiao Nai from Love O2O The gold standard here in our blog. Who can forget this moment when he […]
Flower Crew: Joseon Marriage Agency Ep 2 Highlights
I blame Jane Austen. source: usatoday The reason I can’t drop “Flower Crew: Joseon Marriage Agency” for “Tale of Nokdu” is Jane Austen. Let me explain in my usual meandering way. Let’s go back to Episode 1. The King/Blacksmith/Soo hears thunder and immediately goes in search for GaeDong (GD). GD has a paralyzing fear of thunderstorms, […]
Vagabond: Eps 5 & 6 Post Spoilers Here
We’re going over this spy thriller with a fine-tooth comb to look for lice infestation… I mean, bloopers, blunders, inconsistencies, and comedy. Please post your rants, raves, theories, and analyses for Episodes 5 and 6 here.
Tale of Nokdu: Eps 1 & 2 First Impressions
I’m in trouble. I can’t decide which fusion sageuk to blog: the “Flower Crew: Joseon Marriage Agency” or the “Tale of Nokdu.” They’re both televised on the same days, dubbed by Viki, and feature male leads that I like. Should I let you decide for me? That way if the show turns out weird, I […]
Vagabond: On Shin Sung Rok’s Character
It’s wacky Wednesday so here’s my wacky theory on Shin Sung Rok’s character, Gi Taeung. What do I have so far on Gi Taeung? 1. I think Gi Taeung was the interviewer. 2006/08/05 Interview Interviewer: Why do you want to join NIS? HR: My father was a colonel in the Marine Corps. A fire broke […]
Flower Crew: Joseon Marriage Agency Ep 1 Review
After all these years of kdrama, I don’t think I’ve seen a sageuk or a historical drama. All the ones that I watched are fusion sageuk, which are fictional stories with a historical backdrop. They’re called “fusion” because the script gets elements of history, i.e., a notable person or a significant event, and fuses or […]
Vagabond: Eps 3 & 4 Review
Eventually this site will be known as “nitpick central” of Vagabond. All the other sites seem to have been blinded by the “optics” of Vagabond, and I think we’re the only ones who remain skeptical of the fanfare, and hold both the writer and director to high standards. I’m giving Episodes 3 and 4 a […]
Tale of Nokdu: Eps 1 & 2 Post Spoilers Here
Thanks, @agdr03 and @nrllee, for watching “Melting Me Softly.” You took one for the team! @agdr03 and I have the same sense of humor and if she couldn’t find anything funny in the first two episodes, then I know the show wouldn’t tickle my funny bone. Meanwhile, @nrllee and I have the same sense of […]
When the Camellia Blooms: Ep 3 & 4
This kdrama may lack all the bells and whistles of the current blockbuster “Vagabond,” but I think it’s charming in its simplicity. It doesn’t try too hard but the plot delivers. 1. “Don’t be a Joke” Episode 3 is when the Joker’s connection with Dongbaek is revealed. I’m going to forget this so I’m writing […]
Vagabond: Eps 3 & 4 Post Spoilers Here
You know the drill. Please post your raves, rants, spoilers, theories, analyses here. Thanks. (Tell me when Shin Sung Rok appears, okay?) It’s always interesting when a graphic artist chooses a shattered glass for the poster. The origin of the cracks in this picture appears to be Jessica. The words “Wheels turn on their Axis” […]
Vagabond: LSG’s Shower Scene
What is it with kdrama heroes brooding in the shower? Since @nrllee, @DEY and @agdr03 have been talking about the stills of Lee Seunggi’s shower scene so I searched for pics online. Soompi had them. source: Brooding Showers I’m quoting @nrllee here on the significance of brooding showers. lol. @DEY indeed. It is a well known fact […]
Go Go Squid: Episode 15 Highlights
Okay…where are we? Where did I leave off writing about this Cdrama? Go Go Squid! Eps 13 & 14 Review 1. Reunion Two weeks after their break-up, Nian is still waiting for Shangyan to talk to her after the audition. She knows that Shangyan isn’t mad with her anymore after he sent her the “confession” […]
Vagabond: On Suzy’s Character
This is just a quick note because I’ve to rush out. I know many of us here are frustrated with Suzy’s ditzy character. But we have to remember that just because a) she’s ditzy and b) her cover as NIS agent was blown, her appearance of ineptness does NOT mean that she isn’t a double […]