After twenty episodes, the flower boy warriors “Hwarang” must bid us adieu. Park Seo Joon, Kim Taehyung (BTS’s V), and Minho have redefined the pretty sageuk male in this cute, fun, drama that draws its inspiration from the historical Silla hwarang. The show followed the journey of these young men from different social classes who come… Continue reading Final Review: “Hwarang”
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First Impressions: “Rebel: Thief Who Stole The People”
“Rebel: Thief Who Stole the People” is a new MBC Monday-Tuesday drama starring Yoon Kyun Sang, Kim Ji Suk, Honey Lee, and Chae Soo Bin. The drama is based on the life of Hong Gil Dong, a popular Korean literary figure — with ties to a real-life person — who stole from nobles in order… Continue reading First Impressions: “Rebel: Thief Who Stole The People”
First Impressions: “Tomorrow With You”
If you’re like me, you liked this drama even before you watched the first episode. Mainly because of her: But mostly because of these two together: tvN has been producing some amazing dramas lately. From the big hit “Signal” last year to “Goblin,” I put a lot of my faith in this drama being a… Continue reading First Impressions: “Tomorrow With You”
First Impressions: “Chief Kim”
“Chief Kim” is a new KBS 2TV drama starring Namgoong Min, Nam Sang Mi, and 2PM’s Junho. This offbeat, office comedy airs every Wednesday and Thursday. If you want to escape the seriousness of real life, then “Chief Kim” is perfect for you! Warning: Contains spoilers The Plot Kim Sung Ryong (Namgoong Min), an exceptional… Continue reading First Impressions: “Chief Kim”
First Impressions: “Defendant,” Starring Ji Sung And Girls’ Generation’s Yuri
Ji Sung returns to SBS in a new Monday-Tuesday drama, “Defendant,” also starring Kwon Yuri (Girls’ Generation) and Uhm Ki Joon. It’s an action-packed thriller about a prosecutor out to prove his innocence in the suspected murder of his wife and child. While fans of Ji Sung and Yuri were excited to hear about their casting,… Continue reading First Impressions: “Defendant,” Starring Ji Sung And Girls’ Generation’s Yuri
Final Review: “Goblin”
So here we are. Most of the last season’s most anticipated dramas are wrapping up, and “Goblin” is one of them. I went into this drama with pretty low expectations, and it didn’t take much for the first episode to really blow me away. But after that… well. As a whole, “Goblin” failed to deliver.… Continue reading Final Review: “Goblin”
Final Review: “Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo”
AHH IT WAS SO CUTE AND I FEEL SO FUZZY AND WARM INSIDE. This drama was a joy and a delight to watch. It hit all the right notes with its heart and comedy. While youth can be messy, there’s an odd beauty to it too, and this drama captured that feeling wonderfully through its… Continue reading Final Review: “Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo”
First Impressions: “Hwarang”
Christmas came early for us this year. Hwarang is the new Monday-Tuesday KBS drama starring the beautiful Go Ara and Park Seo Joon. There are also several other cast members who I know a lot of woman are excited to see, including Park Hyung Sik, Choi Minho, Do Ji Han, Jo Yoon Woo, Kim Taehyung (BTS’s… Continue reading First Impressions: “Hwarang”
Review: “My Annoying Brother” Starring Jo Jung Suk And EXO’s D.O.
Oh man. Just give me a second to get a grip — these feelings!!! Ok. Now onto the review. “My Annoying Brother,” also called “Hyung,” is a new comedy film starring Jo Jung Suk, EXO’s D.O., and Park Shin Hye. I know there was a lot of excitement before this movie came out and also a… Continue reading Review: “My Annoying Brother” Starring Jo Jung Suk And EXO’s D.O.
First Impressions: “Goblin”
I was hesitant to start this drama because one, I have finals coming up, and two, this writer was also the writer for “Descendants of the Sun” and “Heirs.” She was also the writer for “Secret Garden,” and I will give her points for that, but “Descendants of the Sun” and “Heirs” sort of negated those… Continue reading First Impressions: “Goblin”