It has been a long time since a drama left me feeling so conflicted. What is to be said when your interest is kept but the experience isn't exactly enjoyable? In true melodrama fashion, the plot kept conflict coming and left little room for boredom. The issue is that the conflicts were often over the top and low stakes. Characters exhibited selfish, unreasonable behaviors for little reason. Coupled with infuriating love line twists and other common drama irritants (overbearing family, lack of communication, etc.), Feast of the Gods felt like eating something spicy. It can be compelling to have a second bite after initial painful heat, but some people are more acclimated to spice than others. I’m not sure this is a very re-watchable show, that being said. The acting is a mixed bag. For instance, Sung Yu Ri did fine as a hardworking “candy.” Around the halfway point though, the script has her Jun Young all over the place in terms of characterization. It may be the fault of the writers but her performance sometimes felt schizophrenic. On the other hand, Seo Hyun Jin played woman I positively hated – and did a great job of being villainous. She never found my sympathy though…which is unfortunate, because it was clear you were supposed to feel sorry for her. The men fared somewhat better, though neither got the story line attention they needed and deserved. I have to thank Feast of the Gods for introducing me to handsome Joo Sang Wook though. He was a pleasure and this experience gave me the push to see some of his other, higher-rated performances. Many viewers will find Lee Sang Woo lovable and I see the appeal. His character is mysterious and the actor himself feels like Hyun Bin and Park Shi Hoo all wrapped into one guy. While I liked the OST well enough, I think they utilized it badly. There were occasions a song would play during the most inappropriate scene. Vocal pieces were all fine in practice, but aside from “Did You Forget” by Lee Seung Chul, I can hardly remember them.