The drama is a realistic take on this genre, where the real focus is not about the reveal of culprit but the systematic corruption and incompetency within the authorities. 'Scarecrow' here has multiple meanings than just the serial killer. Tone of the drama is dark and stressful, viewers expecting a satisfying ending and redemption arc may find it difficult to watch. But overall it's very well written, produced and acted.
The concept is refreshing, a potential banger if the script lives up to the idea. Don't end up being a mess like the writer's previous work LND.. No makjang, no cancer/ amnesia plot ok?
Is this one good? Do you recommend it? I remember it from when it was released, but I haven't watched it.
A masterpiece imo. I'd recommend it to anyone who enjoys unique premise and complex characters. The pacing was slow at the beginning, but once the treasure dig kicked in (around EP5), it kept me hooked until the end..
The drama peaked at episode 6 - good pacing, engaging audit cases and well-developed relationship between the main leads. The 2nd half felt like a different drama, no more interesting case but instead having unnecessary love square and cliched succession war which was like something I've watched many times. The chemistry of main couple was good tho, very natural despite the age/ corporate status gap.
Just found out the actor playing Jang Beol Gu [Mokpo gangster leader] was TVXQ's Yunho. Haven't paid much attention to 1st gen K-pop groups before, so he's a complete new discovery for me. His performance in the drama was fantastic.
Congrets to Ryu Seung-ryong on winning Daesang. It's been an incredible year for him, both 'Dream Life of Mr. Kim' and 'Low life' are masterpieces and his performances are just phenomenal. It is an art award so primarily its more about artistic value, not about hallyu wave and viewership. RSR is a role model for all actors, his works always balance artistic and commercial value. Well deserved win.
They should make more slice of life romcoms like this. The drama was cute and relatable, perfect for viewers looking for a chill vibe. I'm fine with the 8 eps short form that focusing on the development rather than prolonged dating era which is usually filled with unnecessary subplots and abrupt shift. Directing and writing were consistent. KGE delivered as always. KJW wasn't top notch, but surprisingly well suited for the role. Sin Sun Rok wasn't a walking green flag type of ML but a right person for her matured self.
The ultimate message conveyed by the cells of all seasons: Whoever is the destined partner, the protagonist of her life can only be herself.
Her feeling for him didn't come in a sudden. I think she started liking him since he helped her with the reverse driving, its the first time he did something that impressed her. The driving scene was well directed and acted btw, you can see her micro expression changes (from hate to appreciation) through KGE's acting and cells conversation. Then on the train to Busan, the way he didn't argue or confront her but calmed her down with a big smile showed his mentality and manner. All these were good qualities that would attract women. And yeah he also got the look. I like how the writer narrated the development of relationship in a subtle way rather than being too straightforward like most romcoms.
9/10.
8/ 10.
Director: Katou Yuusuke (Operation Love 2007)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xRMI8U5GEOs
The ultimate message conveyed by the cells of all seasons: Whoever is the destined partner, the protagonist of her life can only be herself.
9/10.