Jung has a lot of the classic Darcy elements, but I don’t see him as a Darcy—at least, not wholly. Going full Darcy would soften the interpretation of Jung’s character quite a bit more than we’re meant to, I think, and would possibly even distort the story being told. Darcy was largely misunderstood and misrepresented, and didn’t get a chance to tell his side of the story until the prejudices against him had already taken root. In Jung’s case, I’m learning to wait for the full story, because history has shown us that Seol’s initial impressions are often incomplete, and the full story is never quite as upsetting as her fears.
Still, we’re given enough glimpses into Jung’s character from his perspective, outside of those misunderstandings, that I think make him quite a different character.
It is reassuring that what sparks his temper and subsequent actions is often a sense of righteous anger, of doing something in the name of righting a wrong. To read him in a different light, if we were watching a vigilante thriller I think I’d be happily cheering him on—it’s actually this drama’s mixing of that kind of steely undertone with introspective human drama and light rom-com elements that makes it feel a little off-kilter. In a good way, I think, though it also carries with it a sense of narrative unease.
Even so, the way he acts on those feelings is problematic, and I personally can’t give someone a free pass purely for meaning well; actions and intent are related, but discrete, issues. He’s menacing and frightening and shows an unsettling lack of ability to empathize with others’ feelings, and if I were Seol’s friend I’d probably want her to steer clear. But what I hope for the drama is that rather than showing us that we’ve had the wrong picture of him all along—that he’s really a nice guy who just wanted to do nice things for the girl he liked—we’re getting a story of a guy who meant well and expressed it badly, but was guided back toward the realm of healthy communication styles and emotional
As much as I love to Ship Jung and Seol there are moment where I think that Seol doesn't deserve Jung. Why is…
Also another excellent point. But you forget though that they WANT us to feel insecure about Yoojung dark tendencies. Realistically speaking, the way he handles situations is a bit "dark" than the average person, but I think this is why I LOVE his character. He doesn't fit in the "norm"which makes him a unique male lead
As much as I love to Ship Jung and Seol there are moment where I think that Seol doesn't deserve Jung. Why is…
Thank you for raising this point. I recall InHo also beat up her stalker (the only difference though is that when he was about to punch him in the face, he stopped because of seol, and in return hurt his hand)
But realistically, what is wrong with your husband or boyfriend if they beat someone who was trying to harm you? I would feel protected. But I think the show is trying to make us doubt our own ideas on what is normal and not normal?
And I'm so curious as to what Jung sees in Seol! That flashback scene seems to suggest only when the change of…
@Domo lol I just mentioned this same exact scene as a reply to you on top. But you are seriously are right, it got me thinking back to our observation discussion here, and immediately felt there is more to seol than what we know. Plus Yoojung is excellent in observing people mannerisms, so for him to say that means something much deeper
Why do i feel like theyre planning to make us fall in love with jungxsul ship then theyll make the major twist…
@Domo I liked that moment when Yoojung told the theif "she is just like me" I feel Yoojung knows more about seol than all of us.or perhaps he sees she accepts such dark behaviour and it doesn't push her away
Not sure if someone already posted this beloved OST we've all be waiting for but here, enjoy! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OHm3Cl8qC14
Omggggggggggggg @Jay I can just hug you chingu seriously, thank you soooo much. I've been dying for this song to be released. When he follows her :)
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Jung has a lot of the classic Darcy elements, but I don’t see him as a Darcy—at least, not wholly. Going full Darcy would soften the interpretation of Jung’s character quite a bit more than we’re meant to, I think, and would possibly even distort the story being told. Darcy was largely misunderstood and misrepresented, and didn’t get a chance to tell his side of the story until the prejudices against him had already taken root. In Jung’s case, I’m learning to wait for the full story, because history has shown us that Seol’s initial impressions are often incomplete, and the full story is never quite as upsetting as her fears.
Still, we’re given enough glimpses into Jung’s character from his perspective, outside of those misunderstandings, that I think make him quite a different character.
It is reassuring that what sparks his temper and subsequent actions is often a sense of righteous anger, of doing something in the name of righting a wrong. To read him in a different light, if we were watching a vigilante thriller I think I’d be happily cheering him on—it’s actually this drama’s mixing of that kind of steely undertone with introspective human drama and light rom-com elements that makes it feel a little off-kilter. In a good way, I think, though it also carries with it a sense of narrative unease.
Even so, the way he acts on those feelings is problematic, and I personally can’t give someone a free pass purely for meaning well; actions and intent are related, but discrete, issues. He’s menacing and frightening and shows an unsettling lack of ability to empathize with others’ feelings, and if I were Seol’s friend I’d probably want her to steer clear. But what I hope for the drama is that rather than showing us that we’ve had the wrong picture of him all along—that he’s really a nice guy who just wanted to do nice things for the girl he liked—we’re getting a story of a guy who meant well and expressed it badly, but was guided back toward the realm of healthy communication styles and emotional
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But realistically, what is wrong with your husband or boyfriend if they beat someone who was trying to harm you? I would feel protected. But I think the show is trying to make us doubt our own ideas on what is normal and not normal?
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@desertbanshee lol it literally is that way with a new episode :D
@Phoenix0607 LOVE your backup plan :P
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