Seeing as today is Thursday and the perfect time for a quick throw-back article, we’ve invited phoenixbasilisk of Picadrama to write about a great drama from the not-so-distant past – “It’s Okay, That’s Love” and the many pieces that make this drama both unique and unforgettable! Like a jigsaw puzzle, life is something you need… Continue reading The Puzzle Pieces of “It’s Okay, That’s Love”
Category: Review
“Secret Door” – First Impressions
“Secret Door” is one of the few dramas I was anticipating after “The Joseon Gunman.” I couldn’t wait to watch this series because finally, SBS has stepped up to do a live representation of one of the biggest mysteries of the Joseon era. Korean history still can’t provide a clear explanation behind the execution of Crown Prince… Continue reading “Secret Door” – First Impressions
“My Lovely Girl” – First Impressions
Disclaimer: The following review is an opinion written solely by the writer, lovelymorning, and does not in any way reflect the opinions of the rest of the Soompi team. lovelymorning is a Korean drama addict that lives and breathes for dramas of all genres. When she’s not engrossed in one drama or another (or when… Continue reading “My Lovely Girl” – First Impressions
“My Spring Day” – First Impressions
“My Spring Day” premiered on MBC last week and I was very surprised by its setting. Initially, I found the couple’s pairing a bit odd due to the considerable age gap. However, thinking about it, a rookie actress could find more experience if she plays and learns alongside an experienced actor. The story uses an interesting… Continue reading “My Spring Day” – First Impressions
“It’s Okay, It’s Love” Premiere – First Impressions
This drama is a crazy warm mix of surprisingly refreshing themes, immersing itself in mental illnesses, adult romance and complicated relationships. It touches on the border of taboo discussions present in Korean culture and has an emphasis on psychiatry which explores the brain’s various states and the enormous capabilities of the human mind. The concept… Continue reading “It’s Okay, It’s Love” Premiere – First Impressions
[First Impressions] “Cunning Single Lady” Is a Fun Love Story of Divorced Ex-Lovers
The new MBC drama Cunning Single Lady is a fun and modern drama about love and revenge. The drama portrays the relationship between divorced lovers when they meet again after three years of no contact. The ex-husband Jung Woo (Joo Sang-Wook) is now a top business man and multimillionaire, and the ex-wife Na Ae Ra (Lee… Continue reading [First Impressions] “Cunning Single Lady” Is a Fun Love Story of Divorced Ex-Lovers
[First Impressions] “Age of Feeling” is an Intricate and Action Packed Drama
KBS2’s “Age of Feeling” is an intricate and action packed drama with plenty of fight scenes. The drama is about the various gangs that rule and operate the smuggling underworld of China. In the first two episodes, we are introduced to a slew of gangsters and criminals that play a role in the smuggling operations… Continue reading [First Impressions] “Age of Feeling” is an Intricate and Action Packed Drama
[First Impressions]”Miss Korea” – Comedic, but Touches on Serious Societal Issues
MBC’s new drama “Miss Korea” touches on some deep societal issues, yet does it in a funny and light hearted way. One of the first things we notice is that many of the actors appeared together on the drama “Pasta.” This should not be surprising as director Kwon Seok Jang and screenwriter Seo Sook Hyang… Continue reading [First Impressions]”Miss Korea” – Comedic, but Touches on Serious Societal Issues
[First Impressions] “Prime Minister And I” – Just a Bunch of Mildly Jolly Fellows
My last first impressions article for “1 Night, 2 Days Season 3” went over fairly well. Got some great discussions going and it was nice to see that my opinions weren’t completely off kilter. So with my new found confidence I’m going to step far outside of my comfort zone and write some first impressions… Continue reading [First Impressions] “Prime Minister And I” – Just a Bunch of Mildly Jolly Fellows
[First Impressions] “1 Night 2 Days” Season 3 – Giving An Old Dog A Fresh Coat Of Paint
Disclaimer: The writer is not really an expert at anything much and is just a mere casual fan of “1 Night 2 Days.” The writer has been known to be rather weird and cynical at times. The writer’s opinions certainly DO NOT reflect the opinion of Soompi’s news team or Soompi as a whole. I… Continue reading [First Impressions] “1 Night 2 Days” Season 3 – Giving An Old Dog A Fresh Coat Of Paint