That's the thing that I just cannot grasp. It would be a different story if they lived together and both had some…
It doesn't look like that big a place and maybe there is only one bed. Again, I've been there, not with quite as much animosity that Wen seems to feel, but I think lots of people sleep in the same bed with folks they don't love anymore.
However, I applaud the show for showing Wen as a complicated character who isn't an angel. I like the complexity of showing us someone, as you point out, who probably could have made better choices. Could he have put a mat on the floor, for instance? Is he punishing Alan for something by remaining in the bed?
I'm 100% here for messed up Wen. And messed up Jim, for that matter.
That's the thing that I just cannot grasp. It would be a different story if they lived together and both had some…
I've been there. The relationship is over but there are logistics to finding another place to live, or you know it's over and are not brave enough to say it and take action. There are lots of scenarios that would lead to this situation.
How have I never watched this show in all my years of kdrama viewing? It's so freaking good. Every character is unique, the writing is great and Jung Kyung Ho with all his great coats. And one hundred other things. Captain Na is a good villain.
A 37 year old woman acting like a teenager..... . ......the plot is so old and characters are not likable. It…
I think selfishness transcends age. My mother is selfish and she's 89. I like Yeo Reum because she's complicated. Definitely on the taking end of all her friendships and I hope that her journey over the show is that she realizes it and changes. I've had friends like her that I still loved even though I realized that I gave more than they did. I also hope that Jae Hoon realizes it, too.
That said, it is an old trope. I think the charm of all the actors carries it.
I don't often yell "I hate you" at a screen but I did during that conversation between In and Mol. The actress is doing a fine job portraying a miserable person who is lonely, longing for love and admiration and has no idea how cruel she is. And I hate her. She spreads the vitriol of her narcissism in almost every encounter she has.
And if Wang suffers his father's fate... I don't even want to think about it.
This show slays me every week. And I so appreciate all the insightful and thoughtful comments about each episode from everyone.
What stuck with me this week was how both actors held space for each other. There are so many moments one of them is listening so intently to the other and it is riveting. The listening is so filled with love and longing, it almost hurts. And when In is so willing to answer Wang's questions in the first part of the episode, I kept thinking how much Wang needed to have a conversation that was devoid of all the mine fields he has with his mother. Her selfishness is highlighted in this scene and she's not even there.
And that mother - I dread her coming back. I just dread it.
Yes I know In is a complicated human being but Wang's mother is the most confusing character here.It's obvious…
The mother is selfish and narcissistic. She loves nothing better than having all eyes and attention on her and all conversations to be about her and her needs and desires. Wang's birthday party is even about her.
There are flashes of a less guarded and manipulative person in there but most of the time she doesn't truly think of anyone else but herself. At first I just found her irritating, now I find her a bit scary.
painting .. ha ha.. the first time saw mom and girl i so knew she is painting in her name.. This is like Korean…
I'm also the person who can never guess the end of the mystery novel. I thought that it was just a legit portrait of their daughter that they were paying for.
It's only 12 episodes so perhaps it won't lose steam like most of these 16 episode kdramas.
I'm so glad it's only 12. I wish all kdramas would restrict themselves to 12. Alchemy of Souls - my goodness - 20 and still going. I fast forwarded through so much of that. Filler scene after filler scene. E-gads.
However, I applaud the show for showing Wen as a complicated character who isn't an angel. I like the complexity of showing us someone, as you point out, who probably could have made better choices. Could he have put a mat on the floor, for instance? Is he punishing Alan for something by remaining in the bed?
I'm 100% here for messed up Wen. And messed up Jim, for that matter.
Maybe add a spoiler tag to your post?
That said, it is an old trope. I think the charm of all the actors carries it.
And if Wang suffers his father's fate... I don't even want to think about it.
What stuck with me this week was how both actors held space for each other. There are so many moments one of them is listening so intently to the other and it is riveting. The listening is so filled with love and longing, it almost hurts. And when In is so willing to answer Wang's questions in the first part of the episode, I kept thinking how much Wang needed to have a conversation that was devoid of all the mine fields he has with his mother. Her selfishness is highlighted in this scene and she's not even there.
And that mother - I dread her coming back. I just dread it.
There are flashes of a less guarded and manipulative person in there but most of the time she doesn't truly think of anyone else but herself. At first I just found her irritating, now I find her a bit scary.