Apr 29, 2012

umm... what?

I also had a hard time following who was who & why was what. I get the sense that there will be rivalries for the throne, and for love, but err... I could barely keep track of who everyone was. I thought the acting was good, and the story was interesting enough to get me excited about the next episode. I see elements of fantasy & prophecy which already makes this less boring than I expected it to be, but all the talking in codes & riddles can be a bit frustrating when you are trying to follow the story.



I'm sure it will make perfect sense in time... i hope...
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IRIS Episode 5
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Apr 29, 2012

Not my favorite

This episode was a slow and a bit draggy to me. After the first fight scene, a lot of time was spent on scenes of the wounded Hyun Joon seeking walking about and seeking shelter. It seems that Hyun Joon has been thrown into the fire by NSS. The action picked up in the later half and that saved the rating a bit. I kept coming up with theories in my head about what is going to happen and none of them were resolved, so I found myself feeling disappointed.
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Apr 29, 2012

Soooo sad...

I really hoped that they would be saved, but at some point it was a logical storyline for Jae Ha to become King (for some reason). Jae Ha will become more mature from now on for sure.

At least the princess were alive, I really like her and the soldier - I hope they'll still make a couple.

I just hate those "terrorists". But I guess the story must be interesting enough somehow.
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Apr 29, 2012

This show really is something...

Episode two does set our two worlds better (Joseon era and modern Seoul) and presents us with a hand-filled surprise - which is pleasant, I didn't see that happening. It was sudden yet so smoothly done. Have I mentioned about the style of the director? No? One word: AmazinglyEXCITING. There you go, one word.



Also we get to see more of Kim Boong Do (Ji Hyun Woo) past and more character revelations. Really well performed, with a few mysteries on our hands.



After this episode I can say this: I absolutely love the chemistry between Yoo In Na and Kim Jin Woo (Han Dong Min). This guy portrays his character so well, and it is such a joy to watch him. Now I am looking forward to the torn and heartbroken side of him that will hopefully come through well.

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Apr 29, 2012

um

Okay so, If he went to heaven he must have come back because it said he reigned for 23 years :)...I think they lived..who knows I'll just make up a happily ever after ending :)
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Apr 29, 2012

Rooting For The Bad Guy???!

Tae Moo finally realizes that all that Se Na has been saying is a total lie. Karma is a bitch yall! Even though he is a jealous, murderous freak, I was sitting there rooting for him. He's the one that has all the pieces put together in the whole Se Na and Park Ha situation. The sweetest moment of this episode had to be when The Prince realized that he actually likes Park Ha, and gives her a big smack-a-rooney in the final scene. Why!! Oh, why God!!! did the episode have to end theeeerrree!!!! Great ending though. I don't think I can wait a whole week to see the next to episodes. :( This is going to be a long, hard week.
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Apr 29, 2012

Flipped Off!

Gong Xi shows many admirable traits in this episode, she also proves that she has what it takes to be an amazing actress without any experience. I laughed like crazy, though, when Gong Xi flipped off Lian...I was so was not expecting that. I'm glad that Shang is being introduced more in the show now. I really miss seeing his sexy face.
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Apr 29, 2012

Amazing

This is my favorite episode yet. Where do I start.....



Lee Gak realizing he likes Park Ha. I am glad he finally figured it out and the kiss at the end... I was not expecting that. The next step is for him to figure out the real reason he is there is to meet Park Ha and the find out she is the reincarnation of who he was meant to be with. Also I will be happy when he finds out what type of person Se Na is in this life and in her past life.



Tae Moo finding out Se Na is a liar. It took him long enough, but I couldn't believe the deal her offered her. He was already pathetic but this just made him look so much worst. I can't wait until he is exposed by Lee Gak.



Se Na is by far the worst villain I have come across while watching dramas. How many characters evil spans two lifetimes? She is so manipulative and underhanded. She has to be a sociopath to do all that she does and still be able to sleep at night. I am hoping she takes Tae Moo's deal so that it can all backfire in her face.



I'm also glad to see Mimi and Becky back. They seemed to be MIA for a couple of episodes.

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Apr 28, 2012

Fantasting

The best episode so far.. The ending seen was just great.. :D

At the beginning I was mad at Jae Ha for being so cruel, but they're both like teenager afraid of their own feelings..

I even might start to see them as a couple ;)
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Apr 28, 2012

Great start!

I've heard from a few people that this was a really good drama and I've been wanting to watch something with Lee Min Ki in it since his cameo won me over in Shut Up Flower Boy Band.



This first episode is already promising and I can tell already I'm going to love it! There wasn't a minute I was bored with this first episode and once Lee Min Ki showed up it just continued to get better!
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Apr 28, 2012

Nice episode..

It was sure interesting to watch. But I don't get Jae Ha - he's like fooling her - I'm glad Hang Ah didn't fall for him. But at the same time I'm sad that she didn't. Because they both have feelings for sure but they still hide it, because Jae Ha's feelings weren't sincere, unfortunately. Seems like he's just trying to prove that she likes him.
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Apr 28, 2012

pregnant black phenox

At this point Kiha is even wearing black clothes..looks like she slept with the other prince to cover her bases. Dragon has finally come into the picture (atleast he is a cutie) The King is really starting to look kingly I see now why he got this part.

This is an amazing story so far
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Apr 28, 2012

I'm not dropping..

This was a really thrilling episode. So I won't drop it. Both of the main characters are slightly changing their attitude.. :) and the storyline seems to be eventually speeding up a little.
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Apr 28, 2012

Better..

Now I saw what I wanted to see. They are gradually becoming closer.

Many part of this episode was rather thrilling and funny, also sweet. For now I'll continue watching it.. I just hope it gets more better.. .)
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Apr 28, 2012

What a cute revenge

The most nerve wrecking episode yet! The tension when Lee Jae Ha was being captured was just ridiculous. Hang Ah saving him was expected, i was glad they made the scene look cool. I must say out of all the villains i've seen on the other dramas, no one beats John Mayer/Kim Bong Gu. I am genuinely scared of him (bravo to the awesome acting for actually making me feel that), he's like a psycho maniac that you just can't help but hate.



*Not related but did anyone else recognize that exact funfair park from the recent episode of Running Man? Or was i just seeing things.



I also love how the love line has blossomed bcs i'm dying for some, truthfully this drama doesn't have as much love line as usual. The way Jae Ha proposed Hang Ah was just sdgfhjlk i literally had to pause the video to get myself together as i was too excited, and kept replaying that scene.



Towards the end it looked like Jae Ha and Hang Ah were going to do some kind of announcement. It wasn't clear so i can't predict myself. Cant wait for episode 13!

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