Episode 2 gave us a time jump – a full 19 years ahead in the future. ChungGi and Ram are 28 years old and it’s the 28th year of King Seongjo’s reign. Highlights. I have to limit myself to three because I’ve guests coming over for barbecue. Happy Labor Day to my fellow Americans! 1. […]
Lovers of the Red Sky: Eps 3 & 4 Open Thread
The thread is now open for spoilers and discussions. Gifs from liveasbutterflies’ tumblr source: liveasbutterflies’ tumblr Let’s enjoy the show!
Lovers of the Red Sky: Ep 1 On the Second Prince
Before I start writing on Episode 2, here’s an addendum for Episode 1. link: Lovers of the Red Sky: Ep 1 First Impressions 4. The 2nd Prince During the water ritual, the two younger princes (or the “spares”) went off to investigate the painting of the old King. Mawang succeeded in tempting the 2nd Prince to […]
Lovers of the Red Sky: Ep 1 First Impressions
Move over, HP2. This is the kdrama that captured my interest. Here are the things I like about Episode 1. 1. The world-building I appreciate the drama giving us the creation myth because I’m not well-versed in Korean mythology. A creation myth is important because it reveals how the characters perceive cause and effect in […]
Lovers of the Red Sky: Eps 1 & 2 Open Thread
Oh dear. Not another love triangle! This is written by the screenwriter of “The Moon Embracing the Sun,” and “Sungkyunkwan Scandal” so we know that the OTP (or “One True Pairing” in kdrama lingo) is already established. Hong Chun Gi (played by Kim YooJun) is a Joseon Era painter. Her leading man is Ha Ram […]