First, I’m going to treat this kdrama as a coming-of-age story rather than a typical romcom. Since my focus is on how the heroine Na Heedo navigates her passage into adulthood, I won’t be dragged into speculating about the father of her daughter. I’ll allow the writer and director to keep the identity a secret […]
Twenty-Five Twenty-One: Eps 5 & 6 Open Thread
The thread is now open. Since I’m behind you all, I’m avoiding any gifs from Episodes 3 and 4. But I can’t help posting this. We know what it’s all about, right? Right? source: kimgoeun’s tumblr He was “flexing.” I think flexing his biceps/triceps is including in his contract in lieu of naked torso. hahaha. […]
2D1N: Ep 112 The First Mission
Thanks, @nrllee, for the allkpop link about the spike in ratings. allkpop.com/na-in-woo I badly needed a break from the world last night, but since I already had my 🚨Emergency🚨Ben and Jerry’s ice cream for dinner, this show was my happy pill. According to wiki, this weekend’s episode had a nationwide rating of 15.6% and Seoul rating […]
Goblin: Rewatch Ep 16 on Sat Feb 26
The thread is open for the final Goblin rewatch. Growing_Beautifully, Cleopatra, Welmaris, Janey, Fern, Kuroshio, FGB4877, and Carolina, did you all have fun? Usual time: 13:00 UTC 08:00 am EST 05:00 am PST 09:00 pm Singapore, Philippines 08:00 pm Indonesia 03:00 pm Greece Enjoy the show!
Grid: Eps 1 & 2 My Notes
Here are my notes. I. Administration Bureau A. Function The bureau has a dual function: keep the Grid running and re-establish contact with founder/creator of Grid. But there’s an inter-office rivalry between the two teams in charge of running the Grid and locating the Grid founder. B. Creation The Grid was activated in 2005 to […]
2D1N: First Impressions
I’m breaking with tradition and writing a review of a variety show because it’s Na In Woo’s debut on the program. 2D1N stands for “Two Days, One Night” which is the length of time the cast members have to spend exploring different regions of South Korea. They play games against to determine who among them […]
Twenty-Five Twenty-One: Eps 3 & 4 Open Thread
The thread is now open. lol. I’m sure you all saw the connection between the peeing boy unable to pee and the fountain scene at the end. source: candlewinds’ tumblr Gifs from kimgoeun’s tumblr source: kimgoeun’s tumblr And I’m sure you also saw that she named her shop “2521” in memory of that year […]
Goblin: Ep 15 Rewatch Sat Feb 19
The thread is now open. Growing_Beautifully, Cleopatra, Welmaris, Janey, Fern, Kuroshio, FGB4877, and Carolina, just brief me on your decision for your next rewatch. It’s probably best to post it on any thread that I’m active on. 🙂 Usual time: 13:00 UTC 08:00 am EST 05:00 am PST 09:00 pm Singapore, Philippines 08:00 pm Indonesia […]
Grid: Open Thread
As requested by Cleopatra, the thread is now open for spoilers and analyses. The premise of the drama is interesting. “Grid,” is a mystery thriller about different individuals trying to track down a person known as the Ghost, each for their own reasons. 24 years ago, the Ghost created a shield called “the Grid” to […]
Our Beloved Summer: Ep 14 Life Is Beautiful
I wrote a separate review of “Life is Beautiful.” The movie is too good to be treated as a mere companion piece for my analysis of our kdrama. Link here: Life Is Beautiful: A Retrospect Here are the similarities that I can see. 1. Willpower In the movie, the hero Guido believes in willpower to alter […]
Life Is Beautiful: A Retrospect
This movie is too good to be merely discussed in passing for my write-ups on “Our Beloved Summer.” It was released 1997 in Italy and 1998 in the US. Although it’s already 25 years old, its core themes are enduring. Some of the scenes, I found eerily relevant in my world which has been hyper-polarized […]
Thirty-Nine: Open Thread
The thread is open for spoilers and discussion. With news of Son YeJin and Hyun Bin’s nuptials, this drama will be on many fans’ watchlist. It’s produced by that network JTBC so I’m skeptical about the plot. No makjang please! But I’ll give it a try since a. JTBC didn’t stir any controversy in the […]
Our Beloved Summer: Ep 13 Love Actually
“Love Actually” (2003) is one of those dramas that didn’t age well but I’m glad that people have finally caught up with my Bitch’s Romantic Standards. I remember leaving the movie theater, mystified by the general public’s outpouring of adoration for the screwed-up vignettes of love relationships. I’m sorry. But Colin Firth’s handsome face couldn’t sell […]
Goblin: Rewatch Ep 14 on Sat Feb 12
The thread is now open. Growing_Beautifully, Cleopatra, Welmaris, Janey, Fern, Kuroshio, FGB4877, and Carolina, do you want to continue your Saturday rewatch sessions? Please pick and choose your next drama. Usual time: 13:00 UTC 08:00 am EST 05:00 am PST 09:00 pm Singapore, Philippines 08:00 pm Indonesia 03:00 pm Greece Enjoy the show!