Episode 2 is definitely better than episode 1. But something bothers me to the point I find it funny... No one…
omg. i was thinking the same thing! out of all of the things that bothered me from the first two eps (which admittedly, wasn't alot), the fact they had her running around Barcelona barefoot and in a white nightgown every time she escaped, was weird for me. if she was smart enough to escape (and it seems like she's done it several times over the years), you'd think she'd be able to score some shoes and clothes to be less conspicuous.
Due to watching W, I think I had brain damage that I can't even manage drama analysis atm... Why does Annie's…
one thing is clear -- annie's mom has a couple of screws loose. otherwise why would she want her child, both in life and death, to stay away from home at all costs?
with only 2 episodes in, there is a lot that is unclear. but I think annie caused some sort of accident (i'm thinking there is a dead sibling that hasn't been mentioned yet), that has caused the mother to go a little crazy. hence the comment from the grandmother to Hye Won, 'tell her it's okay, to come with no worries.' And then HW tells Annie, 'don't come. do as you promised. why do you think your father sent you to me?'
one important question is, who is annie's biological father? the drama leads us to believe that Seo Do Woo isn't her real father, however, annie shares his last name. SDW could have adopted annie when he married HW -- but it seems odd that her real father (who seems to be alive) would have his daughter moved to another family registry. unless the real father had issues with annie as well.
another take is that the real father has the same last name and is potentially related to SDW and the grandmother. it would explain why HW has become such an integral part of the family knotting business, and why SDW seems to love Annie so much. I could be wrong, but SDW and HW don't seem to have been married that long, which leads me to believe Annie was a part of SDW and the grandmother's life (via the real father) before SDW married HW.
this movie is difficult to watch, but necessary. it shows us the atrocities people are capable of committing against others --- especially during war time.
i wanted to like this one, but the acting was pretty bad. it's also my first time watching ji il joo.... throughout…
i just finished age of youth. jij is better in that drama, but he still has this weird smile that often looks forced. it's just my personal opinion though...there are some actors that you can't warm up to, and jij is one of them for me unfortunately.
i would have loved to be a fly on the wall when the writer was coming up with all of the crazy sh*t that is happening in this drama. as W has progressed, the plot has become more chaotic, even slightly frenzied -- but all in a good way. W is pushing the envelop when it comes to fantasy genre, taking you on an adventure of non-stop twists and turns (if you can keep up with them! lol). the high-energy dynamic, and not knowing what will happen next, has made W so much fun to watch! the rules are as limitless as the writer's creativity -- and from what i've seen, she isn't holding back any punches!
What a lovely drama. I cried and laughed right along with the characters. My only regret is that I waited this long to watch it. The pacing was on point, the storytelling was beautiful and the actors were phenomenal. Truly one of the best dramas of 2016. This is a 10 for me.
I think IU is doing perfectly fine -- certainly no worse than many lead actresses cast in your average kdrama. Sure they could have used a more experienced female lead, but I think with LJG and KHN playing her opposite, that she's in great hands and will do okay.
Regarding the non-lead princes, hopefully as the show progresses and they are shown in more one-on-one scenes, the initial awkwardness will disappear. Even Ji Soo who has done brilliantly in other dramas, seems a little out of his element in this one --- and naturally so. In just the first episode, we've got scenes with a WHOLE lot of princes trying to juggle screen time and lines. So it doesn't surprise me that their pacing isn't quite there yet.
The Chinese version handles this aspect better because they have the luxury of 35 episodes. They slowly and naturally introduce the princes, as well as give them more individual screen time and lines. This goes a long way in helping an actor round out his role and showcase their acting skills.
we've gotten some amazing dramas this year and it's only august! W so far, is doing brilliantly with all of the crazy twists and turns...and still keeping it credible as far as fantasy genres go. absolutely loving the rollercoaster ride!
This drama doesn't begin to shine until about the 7th episode...but once it picks up momentum, the viewers get a pretty solid drama. Entertainment value-wise, it's certainly comparable (if not better) than currently airing dramas. So it's kind of disappointing that they cut it by a couple of episodes due to low ratings. I'm just thankful the writers/director were able to pull off a fantastic ending, and that the cut didn't affect the overall story.
I have a question , does it have romance? Or it's only about crimen and police?
very little romance. the drama from beginning to end focuses on the scams, how the con artists play them out, and the stumbling blocks they encounter (and overcome) along the way.
this drama is downright cheesy...but im still having a blast watching it. as others have mentioned, the costumes and backdrop scenery are beautiful -- making it worth a watch so far. let's see if the acting/dialogue gets better....otherwise not sure if i can hang in there for 62 eps.
Admittedly, some parts were frustrating and they could have ended this at 16 eps (isn't that usually the case?), but I still enjoyed the overall drama. That ending was so touching -- really loved it.
with only 2 episodes in, there is a lot that is unclear. but I think annie caused some sort of accident (i'm thinking there is a dead sibling that hasn't been mentioned yet), that has caused the mother to go a little crazy. hence the comment from the grandmother to Hye Won, 'tell her it's okay, to come with no worries.' And then HW tells Annie, 'don't come. do as you promised. why do you think your father sent you to me?'
one important question is, who is annie's biological father? the drama leads us to believe that Seo Do Woo isn't her real father, however, annie shares his last name. SDW could have adopted annie when he married HW -- but it seems odd that her real father (who seems to be alive) would have his daughter moved to another family registry. unless the real father had issues with annie as well.
another take is that the real father has the same last name and is potentially related to SDW and the grandmother. it would explain why HW has become such an integral part of the family knotting business, and why SDW seems to love Annie so much. I could be wrong, but SDW and HW don't seem to have been married that long, which leads me to believe Annie was a part of SDW and the grandmother's life (via the real father) before SDW married HW.
would love to hear your theory as well.
Regarding the non-lead princes, hopefully as the show progresses and they are shown in more one-on-one scenes, the initial awkwardness will disappear. Even Ji Soo who has done brilliantly in other dramas, seems a little out of his element in this one --- and naturally so. In just the first episode, we've got scenes with a WHOLE lot of princes trying to juggle screen time and lines. So it doesn't surprise me that their pacing isn't quite there yet.
The Chinese version handles this aspect better because they have the luxury of 35 episodes. They slowly and naturally introduce the princes, as well as give them more individual screen time and lines. This goes a long way in helping an actor round out his role and showcase their acting skills.