Reviews

Dirt Everywhere

There is dirt everywhere if one goes looking, and it seems like Dong Jae may have found more than his share in the drowning incident to the Segok Station and the Hanjo Group. And Chief Choi appears to be the thread that connects it all. I can’t help but wonder about that phone call between Tae Ha and the Chief; what was said; whatever it was got her so spooked, she went behind Yeo Jin’s back for copies of the report. She could’ve just asked her for it; this is not to say Tae Ha himself didn't do something to Dong Jae. We already know the Chief and Tae Ha are more than capable of creating a ruse to benefit their causes. I wish Yeo Jin didn’t believe or trust in the Chief so much. She’s only bound to be disappointed. I was so relieved to see Dong Jae alive, but with that last scene -- nooo, he couldn’t have been murdered, could he; he better not have gotten himself murdered, please be okay Seo Dong Jae. That cliffhanger ending, tomorrow can't come soon enough.

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Same Love, New Place

We enter this episode meeting Teh and Oh-Aew as they say their last goodbyes to Phuket, their hometown. They are in a committed relationship with each other and share sweet, funny moments. Teh shares excitement about moving to Bangkok, while Oh-Aew seems reluctant to leave the beautiful island with its ocean and close proximity to his family. In this episode, we get to explore how both characters begin to cope with life in the busy city of Bangkok while also starting their college years. I love this first episode for its gradual pacing as well as its development for both our main characters in this time and space. I feel like within the hour the audience was allowed to really feel for Oh-Aew. The symbolism of the last scene really struck me. It is as if Oh-Aew is witnessing a fear of his, to open his eyes and not see Teh by his side. The episode does a good job at introducing new characters, who will most likely add to the complexity and drama that I foresee in the later episodes. One of the things I loved about the first season was its cinematic feel and its gradually paced storytelling. I'm definitely seeing that in this season as well and I am excited to see where this all goes.

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HIlarious

Tang San moves out & goes to school. In this episode, there are several new characters introduced, however, I think only 2 of them are really important to the main plot line. However, there does seem to be a mini "bad guy/bully" that is of course a complete jerk. I thought it was absolutely hilarious the banter Tang San had with the bully - it seemed to be very smooth & not forced into the plot. Honestly there were a lot of scenes that just had me laughing. The introduction of the Master was also interesting - thought the actor did a really good job so far. I also loved the blacksmithing scene - it looked absolutely amazing. Especially the way they filmed the scene with the fire crackling in the same frame. Episode 2 would definitely still be a part of world building - so not much of the actual story is revealed but still a great entertaining episode that as its own appeal to it. Cinematography is just *chefs kiss*.

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