Reading comments and finding people have such strong opinions about the ML. I do have one grouse with him. He came back and asked about a specific maid, and I'm assuming that was his concubine. If he cared enough to remember her, knowing the woman he married, shouldn't he have found a way to protect her while he was away? He really thought he'd come back after six years and she'd be waiting?
Grouse aside, he hasn't fully registered for me in the plot. He's mostly background noise at this point.
Is your point that the characters' suffering is exaggerated compared to reality/history? Is the drama based on…
I've started it and seen the scene you're talking about. Isn't that the point of any art - to affect your emotions? How the writers choose to show tragic events is up to their creative license, and if it's too much for you, then that's a you thing, not a flaw in their work.
For that family, their integrity and dignity were more important than life itself. For both old and young, the conviction was deeply ingrained. That's the reason behind their actions. What you call manipulation, I call the writers being true to the characterisation and setting up the conflict for the rest of the plot to unfold.
But as you said above, it's your opinion. It's okay to share it and have healthy conversations about it.
I guess I should feel something but I can't. The visuals are gorgeous, acting is really good but still, to me…
Is your point that the characters' suffering is exaggerated compared to reality/history? Is the drama based on real historical events? I haven't started the drama yet. Your comment just made me curious.
It's a 50-ep drama. Pace yourselves and save some anger for the future.
Gyu-rim is selfless to the point of self-sabotage, but I like that she's beginning to put herself first. Look at the twins she raised. Look how lovely they are. Gyeol too is an absolute darling. Glad she's found the courage to share the truth.
Anyone who has lost a baby either in utero or full-term understands how very personal such a loss is. You're the only one for whom the child was 100% real. The grief is unrivalled, no matter how much time passes. I feel so bad for Gyu-rim carrying that grief, hiding that grief, all this time.
Unfortunately, I binge watched the first 3 episodes, and now it sucks that I have to wait a whole week for the…
Truth is stranger than fiction... And the film industry as a whole (everywhere in the world) is fucked up. Rich kids can buy their way in. Getting in without connections sets you up for all kinds of abuse, no matter how talented you are, etc etc.
I see why James had to be Nine. He brings the character to life. That entire shot of Third and Wan in the pool and I was WAITING for the camera to pan to Nine. The hate was just pouring off him.
Something I really like about this series is that they haven't made the other industry workers caricatures. It's so nice to see non-screeching agents/managers.
I enjoyed all of this drama. It was so comforting. Super cute too. The vibe from the start was very much no angst, no major incidents. The kiss was actually the surprise. Didn't think we'd get more than a hug. I'm more than satisfied. That shoelace bit was a bit of lazy writing and unnecessary imo but otherwise, sold show.
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Grouse aside, he hasn't fully registered for me in the plot. He's mostly background noise at this point.
But that man's going to betray her so badly. Love? There is no way it ends well. I kinda feel sorry for her in advance.
For that family, their integrity and dignity were more important than life itself. For both old and young, the conviction was deeply ingrained. That's the reason behind their actions. What you call manipulation, I call the writers being true to the characterisation and setting up the conflict for the rest of the plot to unfold.
But as you said above, it's your opinion. It's okay to share it and have healthy conversations about it.
Gyu-rim is selfless to the point of self-sabotage, but I like that she's beginning to put herself first. Look at the twins she raised. Look how lovely they are. Gyeol too is an absolute darling. Glad she's found the courage to share the truth.
Anyone who has lost a baby either in utero or full-term understands how very personal such a loss is. You're the only one for whom the child was 100% real. The grief is unrivalled, no matter how much time passes. I feel so bad for Gyu-rim carrying that grief, hiding that grief, all this time.
Something I really like about this series is that they haven't made the other industry workers caricatures. It's so nice to see non-screeching agents/managers.