I didnt skip a second

I came to watch this movie after watching the drama its ok thats love by Jo In Sung. His mature acting is really a treat to watch.This movie is a masterpiece having the perfect amount of everything. A great story, amazing actors and perfect execution. I didn’t skip a second of this movie
The story where king always felt he is is the supreme and others would do anything for him either its his subjects, wife or love. But each character takes up their chances and makes therier own choice. I also remembered the drama Hwarang were group of men are trained as loyal soldiers to the the king I felt the same vibe with the kunryongwe.
I read the plot and was ready with my box of popcorn and tissues. The love making scenes were done very boldly and perfectly. It really felt they were doing it onscreen. The sex scene between the king and hong lim was a real surprise and It showed the complexity of the movie even precisely. The actors did their part amazingly well. I wont criticize anyone, its the story and it should be apprecited
The betrayal, tragedy, boldness were crazily marvellous. I enjoyed the fight scenes and the sword dance, yes I had seen that In hwarang too. The song played by king on his musical instrument are really heartbreaking.
Rewatch is a must.

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once a watch

Note: if one is going to spout nonsense after watching an incest story, they should probably watch something else.

I come from a conservative society where if we call an unknown person brother, he is a brother, its a respectful term. But I have also seen cousin marriages, so I thought to try this movie. Japanese incest-based stories are emotional and delicate, not hurting anyone's sentiments. After finishing the movie, I didn’t feel guilty too, it was a CLEAN MOVIE, about two teenagers who had a complicated relationship. It doesn't storm the emotional guilt but gains pity for the leads.

The story is twisted to create curiosity but the ending is satisfactory.
Lastly, the portrayal of complicated emotions in the last few scenes could have been a lot better. That is a crucial scene but neither old nor young actors did great.

The songs were pretty nice. The lyrics were fine complimenting the mood of the scenes.

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What sabotages friendship? Fear of society and family put too much pressure on young minds that you should be friends with ones who are at your level. Kids have been taught all human beings are equal but the next day when they play with a poor kid, parents would get anxious and angry.
Kids are fragile brains, they do things to fit in with popular kids, but the wrong things like abusing, stealing, or lying. It may seem petty but the adult world term these as crimes. It is a society that shapes the kids personality and brains.

The movie shows two girls who intentionally or unintentionally hurt each other with their lies. The movie ends with an idea of what goes around comes around. what we give t others comes back to us.

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watch this interview only after you have watched all 3 seasons of Penthouse

●I watched Penthouse when it finished and damn it was HeadBanging. But I found this interview now and am glad I found it now. My illusion of seeing them as bad characters would break cause all the actors are friendly among themselves so it would be a bummer if I watched this while watching Penthouse. All the actors are really different from the characters they portrayed. So I would suggest watching this if you have already watched the 3 seasons.
If you haven't watched this interview might ruin the tension, anxiety, and pain you have toward the drama.

●The Interview was all about discussing characters, and popular scenes in a fun way and the hardship they faced up during shooting. Its also revealed how they were curious about what was going to happen in the next episode. I was a bit sad that the Youngsters were not involved in the interview as much as the adults, so maybe the next season's Interview.

●Felt like adding this from the discussion cause the way it makes sense.
Why Penthouse was a massive success?
Park Eun Seok - cause Not everyone just toiled hard but also because everyone was a great lead role and also an amazing supporting character. I think thats what brought the drama great success. It felt like the main character changed with every episode and they all have a solid storyline. They were all main characters and sub-character. There were no plot holes.

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Not my type

I didn’t like this movie, I was bored but confused. But hold on am not biased to the story concept cause I have watched such things way more than you think not just movies but real life too. I am not sensitive to the topic but the storytelling is slow and tedious. It is like a documentary film with an unstable camera view and natural sounds. Nothing grasped my interest throughout the story, the characters, the kiss, the confusion, and more.

The camera angles went more unstable whenever the leads were close and showed half of the faces, if anyone thinks it's art then it is fine. Cause I don’t know anything about it but I wanted to see the subject properly.

The acting was average, not exemplary. It felt like seeing two people around the corner or the house trying to hide their feelings from themselves and the world.

I really liked the sounds. walking tone, water flows, rains, winds, cars.

If you want to watch, you can just 2x or cause there is nothing to skip. But there are more good movies, I won't recommend this movie Kissing Cousine.

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its not about the title

This drama is almost 10 years old but historical things don't change so its fine. I first thought the drama would be about the journey of Gumiho’s finding The Gu Family Book but he only got the purpose and gives up on finding the book.

The drama is based on an orphan gumiho who has lived between humans and as human. But once the villain appears he recognizes himself, learns to control his strengths, falls in love, and wants to become human and spend his life with his lover. To become human he has to pray for 100 days and then find GU FAMILY BOOK. But a whole lot of political plot is built using the Japanese invasion. I enjoyed the drama that I forgot there is a book to be found. And I am a whole lot disappointed at the end of the drama cause there was not a single attempt of finding GU FAMILY BOOK. Both the father and son failed to take an attempt to find the book. I felt like a fool at the end of the drama for not seeing it. Although the end was satisfactory it wasn’t for me.

I think the writers should have named it just GU FAMILY, cause that sums up the story. There is gumiho who comes to acknowledge his identity and use his powers for good, falls in love, and wants to become human. Also, there is a demon who had a more heartbreaking love story.

The acting was awesome tbh. Kang Chi aka Lee Seung gi was awesome as gumiho. He never disappoints with his acting chops.
Suzy as Yeo Wol playing a tomboy girl, swinging swords with perfection was eye pleasing.
Choi Jin Hyuk had a small role but he got a more impactful short story and guess what I wanted more of CJH.

I wasn’t impressed by the ending so there is no rewatch for me.

If you want to watch this drama don’t connect it with a title which I did and then you will be able to enjoy it more. The story and chemistry of the leads are superb.

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Unsoviing the Mystery Of 70 Billion Won

●FIRST IMPRESSION
What are you gonna do if you have 70 billion won?
Honestly, I was intrigued by this question, when I saw the trailer and the only thing I could think of was a house and higher education just like any common person. pretty similar to the dreams of FL, Oh InJoo who is an average working woman.
The dreams of a common person are a house, a car, and a comfortable life with the family. But what comes with 70 billion is the responsibility, danger, and greed of evilness.

●PLOT VIEW
LITTLE WOMAN, is a drama that takes the audience on a journey of more than a 70billion won.
Murders, accidents, politics, ambition, corruption, greed, broken family, and 3 LITTLE WOMAN in the midst of such chaos
Featuring infamous BLUE ORCHIDS and an illustration of CLOSED ROOMS. The story using these elements as core develops into a thrilling mystery action drama with just a pinch of sweetness. After every episode, it leaves the audience wanting more of everything after and it left the audience at the end even though complete but a pinch of incompleteness.

also, this drama has a spoonful of supernatural delight which goes hand in metaphor for BLUE ORCHIDS.
The background of the Vietnam war terrifying but interesting too. I learned many things about it post-drama.
Even though it was perfect in storytelling, untying the mysterious knots but few bits remained uncleared. I would like to list it all down but then it would be a spoiler I guess.

●CHEMISTRY
This drama also breaks the stereotypes of romance in Kdramas, it was just beautiful and endearing. No cheesy script but a pure trustworthy and understanding relationship.
There are also many relationships, not just romantic ones but friendship, InJoo, HwaYoung, and InHye and HyoRin
which we don't get to see like in other dramas. They had a such pure friendship that it made me fall in love with them.
also, InJoo and Do-il's unsaid relationship is a breaking of the stereotypes of relationships in Kdrama.
InKyung and JungHo were mature friends who understood each other deeply.

●ACTING/CAST
About the cast and acting, it was phenomenal. Whoever did the casting deserves a raise, they were more than perfect. Every character can be a character study because they were deep and layered. Even though you see them first you realize they have more depth after a few episodes for any drama lover.
Park Ji Hu, as Oh Inhye the youngest of the Oh family was annoying and I ended up disliking her but as a young actress, she showed varied emotions of determination in any situation.
Nam Ji-Hyun as Oh InKyung was a stubborn, positive, and moral character who refuses to give up and back away. NJH's soft voice gives a sweet and innocent depth to her character.
Kim Go-Eun as Oh InJoo was flawed yet kind, strong, and daring. She takes all the chances to give her sisters a better life and gets into trouble. KGE was perfectly displaying not just InJoo but all those average working class who work bones to make ends meet. She shows grief, stubbornness, confusion, greed, trust, loyalty, and madness with perfection.
Wi Ha-Joon as Choi DoIl was a magnificent character who was not easy to decipher until the end. WHJ maintained his smile balance and eye depth to make the audience confused. And seeing his previous works every1 is obliged to think of him as a grey character. But when the drama ends he left an impression that won't be forgotten for a long time.
KangHoon as JongHo was a sweet adorable guy who just stood by InKyung. KH seemed so sweet in this character.
Uhm Ji Won, and Uhm Ki Joon were toxic as hell. They were a core subject that can't be ignored, also inspite of having negative characters they can't be hated, for the character portrayal was brilliant. They did the job as actors awesomely.


●MUSIC
This drama had the least OST of the dramas I have watched previously. there are many songs used in the drama sequence which get repeated until you start to humm but this drama, mostly used musical tones rather than lyrical tracks, which was very refreshing.
La Vie was a beautiful undertone song but the lyrics of the song were heard just once. Only the music was used heavily.
The ghost orchid music was powerful. It gives chills down the spine with its ghostly monotonous tone.

●REWATCH
I wish I could forget everything and watch it all over again for the first time. Am rewatching this.

●APPRECIATION
The director deserves appreciation to unfold a mysterious drama mysteriously and keep it mysterious until the end.
The cinematographer deserves applause to show us the astonishing beauty of colors in the form of heels, flowers, clothes, and places many more.

●CRITICISM
The writer and directors were to be blamed who fell short in wrapping up all the loose ends as they wanted to keep everything mysterious until the end and the secrets remained secrets. Not a spoiler but if you are not deep into the drama you won't even notice these details.

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Good movie but unimpactful

●There is a phrase in my country “every man's heart way is through his stomach” but my opinion is “every person's hearts way is via the stomach regardless of gender”
If we eat a dish made with love even after a long time it will be imprinted on our memory.

●This movie had many elements in the story inclusive of amnesia, accidents, soul-switch, delicious food cooking, Piano playing, childhood friendship, and wedding. Despite having all such crazy stuff it is subtle and calm.

●Nothing is overdone and tragedy, romance, drama everything is well incorporated. Just like a meal consisting of various dishes and everything is delicious and enjoyable.

●Acting is average. No one impresses actually. But I really liked the FL and her way of savoring each dish. She was truly happy eating those dishes.

●Story is simple and sends up a message If You love someone and afraid to lose, be brave to confess if you can't let go.
The music is isnt great. and rewatch is not possible for such an unimpactful movie.

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when you don't have time

This sci-fi time-stop concept feels so similar to the people who sacrifice their sleep and work hard to complete their tasks and studies, to make their life and future better.

When you have no time left, nature gives you extra time to live, what an irony life is. Sometimes they try to mend an unfortunate accident about to occur. Sometimes they do adventurous activities. The lost time brought hope to two strangers, who had lost their future goals and doesn't seem to know what they want. In the beginning, I though that they were given extra time but by the end, I see that the future was not deprived to the leads. The teen love story was so natural and cute as friendship turned into love

The story probably took me off my feet with all the sci-fi secrets, but its worth the twists of the story. The acting was top notch like melted butter flowing in the pan. The actors just brightened up the HATSUKOI LOSS TIME with their charm. Itagaki Mizuki and Kiryu Sakura were great picks, otherwise, innocence gets lost when directors pick mature actors to play young teen roles. They were actually teens when the movie was made so it gives another kind of satisfaction.
Lastly, it is a good movie, if you like you might want to rewatch it. Otherwise once a watch is a must to appreciate the beauty of actors.
If you like a romantic teenage movie, give this a try. A simple story but sweet.

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A rumor can ruin lives

I watched this movie because there are millions of such real-life cases that have ruined the lives of people. they either live with the guilt or commit suicide leaving behind their sufferings.
I myself had been a victim of rumor, it wasn't a big deal but still, as I had a cheerful personality and tend to forgive and forget things. but that rumor had a bad stamp on my teen life when I heard about it and how people misunderstood and badmouthed me behind my back. so I always believe and stay strong towards the girls/women. even if they might be wrong and rumors are true, I do not forward them. I stop the rumor myself and ask my friends to also not to believe them.

coming back to a movie where the teen girl is rumored to be in a sex clip. the word travels from mouth to mouth as a rumor and some boys also rape her based on the rumor.
my feelings are 1> the teacher was wrong for approaching a minor for love/sex. It's a punishable offense so he is guilty.
(2) sexual relationships should not be recorded. It's a personal secret box, and if found by others might ruin their lives.
(3)even if she is the girl in the clip, no other guy has the right to touch her body without consent. whatever she did with her boyfriend is her personal choice. touching a girl in any manner against her will is a punishable offense.
(4) spreading false rumors without any proof causing a damaging to reputation, honor or dignity before a third party. It can be oral or written and is considered defamation.
the movie had a conflicting sensitive concept as the storyline was powered by top-notch acting. the actors are new to me but they are excellent.
(5) family should support and believe their kids. also even if they are wrong, punish them but also support them and save them from such a bitchyy and selfish world.
lastly, watch the movie till the end,, you will see the sex clip-making. the makers did a fantastic job of not making the actors uncomfortable. they had taken complete care of her.

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Annara Sumanara is my magical words healing words now

●HOW I CAME TO IT
This is my first Ji Chang Wook Drama, after a thorough recommendation from MDL’s I picked TSOM.

●FIRST IMPRESSION
I have never been to a musical but I have been to a circus show just once in my lifetime and this drama brings back the memories of my trip to of circus, there were so many acrobats, jugglers, rope walkers, clowns and a magician, filled with musicians and dancers.
The magic show at the end of the circus made me forget everything else, I know those were all tricks but it was fantastic for my childhood memory.

●PLOT VIEW
The Sound of Magic tells a tale about a mysterious magician Ri Eul, who meets two teens, stressed up from the adult pressure of society. He shows them some magic and that's the best part because we cannot differentiate between what is real magic and fake magic. If just happens to be one’s faith and belief, if you believe there is god and it is everywhere if you don’t believe in its existence it isn't anywhere. Ri Eul shows magic shows which heals the soul and takes away the pain at that moment.

●ACTING/CAST
Big applause for the casting directors. They picked an ensemble cast, not just with facial beauty but talent in singing and acting too. Ri Eul played by Ji Chang Wook is pure bliss. He takes up the job to make us feel that magic is real, he is just perfect in that magician robe and hat. His past added that extra glimpse of that pain behind the smile.
Hwang In Yeop as Na Il Deung was also a perfect choice because we have seen him in arrogant, bully roles. It's kind of refreshing to see him as a nerdy student. He flows in his character like he has been doing this for ages. Il Deung means number 1 in Korean and here as a top student, he works hard that he develops illness too.
Choi Eun Sung as Yoon Ah Yi, the name means child in Korean, also represents that a child is more attracted to magic and fairies. She is perfect, a quick wit, weak and enthusiastic. She literally made my heart feel at ease when she performed magic.

●MUSIC
About the music, all the musicals are upbeat, uplifting, and ensembled with beautiful lyrics. My playlist is updated and I got all the musicals to the video list. The musicals are a huge plus point of the drama

●REWATCH
I already watched it twice because it's short and just 6episodes so didn’t really keep engaged. It gives an accomplishment and a happy feel.

●APPRECIATION
This is my first musical drama and highly grateful for it. Its cinematography, and esthetic are just magical.

●FAV SCENE
Ri Eul and Ah Yi giant wheel magic.
Na Il Deung singing with a guitar in the fields.

●RECOMMENDATION
It is such a good drama, short sweet, and motivational. If anyone is going through any slump, they will get a magic healing session.

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not recommending

This is such a waste of time. It had an average story completed with average acting. There isn't any impressive twists or turn, and all of the stories are provided in the synopsis. A university guy for survival works part-time at a surfing store and gets a place to stay. There is an unnecessary fight because he gets charmed by a girl and has a surfing competition. With no previous experience, he practices a lot and participates with all tricks and tips earned from his senior, which are not so great.

we can blame the scriptwriters because the actors did what they had to do. But the acting doesn't suffice the storyline and keeps on dropping the interest of viewers. nobody shows any kind of emotions, they just said their lines in front of the camera.
also, it's shot at a beach but the beauty of surfing and the sea beach isn't shown, I was highly disappointed in that matter. I love aesthetic beauty

Except for the surfing lessons, I can't remember anything about the movie.
Not recommending anyone to watch this.

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I wanna eat that emperor chicken

I am one of those who watched the Chinese remake Lobster Cop, first and overall kind of liked it, but when I watched the Original Korean Movie “Extreme Jobs” I was stunned. I felt like what crap did the Chinese do to such a good movie. The original movie is 1000 times better.

Story: “Extreme job” which is running the restaurant is their undercover but it also shows how they are trapped in the crime while trying to entrap a criminal gang.

Acting: the actors seem to be made for the characters. They not just acted but they lived the characters. Their dialogues and expressions were spot on. Actors looked unattractive with rugged and rough language, but that was the beauty. They are not on some fashion show, but cops who catch criminals so their personalities and looks suited them.

Humor: is extremely good. It is situational-based and not forced. Every act feels like my jaw would drop laughing.

Action: it is awesome. I just love it. They fight like humans, not superheroes. They get hurt and bruised but they continue with all their might

Music: in action movies what counts as music, gunshots or the fight squeaks, or walking with shoe sounds. Otherwise, BGM is done finely.

Rewatch: this movie is worth rewatching. It can make one laugh and happy.

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Watched only for Kim Hye Yoon

With the title “The Girl On The Bulldoze” the curiosity is high as what does a petite girl doing on the bulldozer.
FL life turns upside down in a day she get a clue of whats happening when her father has an accident. She runs her brain and finds clues which suggest murder or suicide.She is tries to be tough and protect her only brother, because the world is full of greedy people who try to snatch a hard earned chump from the poor.

This is another movie showing how the rich people keep oppressing the poor. They show off their richness and don’t feel an ounce of guilt to frame them into crimes and destroy families.

With the truth unfolding I actually guessed in midway of movie, that why she is on the bulldozer. She has high rage and wouldn’t tolerate a single misbehavior from adult, which I liked personally. Why does every adult think its OK to smack and spit nonsense and they should every younger person should respectfully listen to them. I felt satisfied when she doesn’t take the shit and slap back the others the same way.

While many audience think that FL should think rationally, I was actually convinced that whatever she did was best to survive. She was not a nerd brainy teenage but a tough and violent one. And when the adults overpower and try to kick her down she does what she is best at. Because we all know the wealthy would twist laws to their own favour and being a minor she wouldn’t get justice

I am highly impressed by Kim Hye Yoon acting, her expression was on spot rude and violent. Only thing I missed was some physical fight/action but considering it portrays the teen girl who is unable to fight she uses the bulldozer as her weapon.

The story is a bit lacking but overall is a good watch if you connect with the emotions of Kim Hye Yoon.

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RELIVE THE NOSTALGIC CHILDHOOD MEMORIES

STORY: 9.5
though I didn’t exist in 1988 I was taken aback by the nostalgic feel of the representation of the era. Since my country had a slow development hence I experienced most of the family dramas that happened in the Sangmungdong, such as watching TV with friends since only 1 TV existed in our neighborhood, listening to news over the radio, and sending food to each other household, and many more.
Everything is priceless about this drama and I guess 70 percent of the viewers will definitely relate to something or the other with the specific time period. Scriptwriting is awesome, I loved the thought process involved in the scenes, it gives more insight into the character's feelings and their overall aura. Sometimes I would get so absorbed in the process to eventually pause and record my own overwhelming thoughts about that particular scene.
The only thing I didn’t like about the drama is the ending. Why did every family have to move out and then those places were left like an abandoned streets. I mean if that place had a development plan then it would make sense otherwise no place is left abandoned. I know many cant go back to their childhood places but IF you go back to your old street, you might not find those old houses but you can still find those old ice cream stores, those bus stops, and many others which will bring back the faded memories.

ACTING: 10
I was overwhelmed when I saw that all the parents actually had used their original names in the drama. It was amazing giving a more real feeling.
Everyone played an excellent part from parents, kids, and supporting characters.

MUSIC: 10
Listening to old songs magical feel. that orchestra music somewhat felt healing to my soul from the painful memories.

REWATCH: 10
whether I watch one episode or all its overwhelming and I am in no mood to cry again so will watch this later but definitely must watch.

FRIENDSHIP: 10
The friendship of Five was outstanding. They supported each other like family. And keeping friendship above relationship is overwhelming. I actually wanted to cuss out on the guys but couldn’t do it because of their pure friendship.
The friendship between the parents was funny, simple yet lively. also, the friendship of Sung Deok Mi and Kim Sung Kyun was heartwarming, they surely made the drama light

Lastly, the guest appearance of JUNG HAE IN is soooo sweet.

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