A Home and a Love Worth Defending
Near perfection in acting, stunning cinematography and imagery, direction with great attention to detail, and a masterful storyline combine to capture the mind and heart of the viewer, as we are transported to Joseon, oblivious to our present-day existence. In fact, One becomes so invested in the love story between Eugene and Ae-sin that finally, when that love is verbalized, we, along with Eugene, exhale in existential relief.The musical score could arguably be one of the most beautiful in all K-Dramas, especially blessed by the heart-piercing vocals of Park Hyo-shin.
Separate yet intertwined stories lend critically to an intricate, multi-faceted plot of rectifying past sins, fighting for a country's future, and grappling with the issues of love, longing, loss, resentment, and sacrifice.
The theme dwells on righteous allies, unlikely friends, and evil enemies. This struggle to save a nation, and those who love it and each other will take your emotions to a new territory. Be prepared. There are times your heart swell with joy, but there are also times when it will break.
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