It turns out that I jumped to a few conclusions last week, and this week’s episodes of “Pride and Prejudice” had to set me straight. We’re digging deeper into the mystery of Kang Soo’s origins, and how they do—or don’t—relate back to Han Byeol, Chang Gi, and the huge web of corruption in the country’s… Continue reading Highlights: “Pride and Prejudice” Episodes 10 and 11
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Recap: Masterpiece of Legends – Fly to the Sky with Gummy
WOW! Where can I even begin with describing this concert? Fly to the Sky had their “Masterpiece of Legends” concert, with Gummy as a guest, on November 29th at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium. Fly to the Sky is a 90s R&B duo that is mostly known for their ballads and their harmonious vocals, therefore people… Continue reading Recap: Masterpiece of Legends – Fly to the Sky with Gummy
Back to the Basics: “Dad! Where Are We Going?” Episode 97
I don’t think I’ve discussed it in any of my previous highlights of this show, but lately, “Dad! Where Are We Going?” has been branching out and trying new ideas. As fun as some of these ideas have been, I felt it was due time to return to the foundation of this show and have… Continue reading Back to the Basics: “Dad! Where Are We Going?” Episode 97
Highlights: “Modern Farmer” Episode 14
Episode 14 of “Modern Farmer” keeps things moving along in terms of everyone’s relationships. With things looking up for Han Ki Joon and Bul Ja, and a romance seemingly blooming between Kim Soon Boon and Han In Ki, at least a few relationships aren’t becoming complicated. However, things are going to be roughening up for… Continue reading Highlights: “Modern Farmer” Episode 14
Top Ten K-Drama Moments Of The Week – December Week 1
Welcome to a fresh week of top 10 picks! As usual, K-dramaland had no shortage of scenes that made us chortle, tear up, and fist pump, and we wish we had extra hours in a day to commit ourselves to repeating our favorite moments. Without further delay, check out our list!
Highlights: “Birth of a Beauty” Episode 10
Love is finally in the air on “Birth of a Beauty“! Han Tae Hee (Joo Sang Wook) and Sa Ra (Han Ye Seul) are officially together. With romance due for next week, villainy rises with new heights featuring Lee Kang Joon (Jung Gyu Woon), a cheating husband turning into a vengeful sociopath, and Gyo Chae Yeon (Wang Ji… Continue reading Highlights: “Birth of a Beauty” Episode 10
Highlights: “Modern Farmer” Episode 13
Drama begins to bubble up again in episode 13 of “Modern Farmer.” Though tension is still built up between Lee Min Ki and Kang Hyuk, the latter brushes it off as nothing when Kang Yoon Hee confronts him about it. While the main relationships bring out drama in this episode, others are looking up! Han… Continue reading Highlights: “Modern Farmer” Episode 13
Highlights: “Birth of a Beauty” Episode 9
Things are starting to be set in motion in episode 9 of “Birth of a Beauty.” With Sa Ra deciding to leave Sa Geum Ran behind and truly become a new person, she accepts her new fame. But with Gyo Chae Yun secretly knowing Sa Ra’s real identity, the future is looking a bit unsure.… Continue reading Highlights: “Birth of a Beauty” Episode 9
5 Things I Loved About “Misaeng” Episodes 13 and 14
The problem, if you can even call it that, with writing weekly commentaries about a show like “Misaeng” is that you start to sound like a broken record. How many times can I write about how great the writing is, how clear the vision of the director is, the specific and effective use of the background… Continue reading 5 Things I Loved About “Misaeng” Episodes 13 and 14
Comparing the Japanese and Korean Versions of “Liar Game”
Before we get to the discussion, a little background on “Liar Game“: Nao Kanzaki (Nam Da-Jung in the Korean version) is a student who’s honest and trusting to the point of naivete. “It’s better to be a nice person,” she believes, preferring to believe that most people have the best intentions, for better or for… Continue reading Comparing the Japanese and Korean Versions of “Liar Game”